Moonshine Ranch

Nestled close to the breathtaking Cape Greco, Moonshine Ranch offers a unique horse riding experience that’s perfect for families, beginners, and seasoned riders alike. Open year-round, seven days a week, the ranch provides daily rides across 15 scenic trails that showcase the natural beauty of Cyprus. Whether you’re riding through the serene countryside or along the stunning coastline, every journey is led by Angelo, an experienced instructor with nearly five decades of horse-handling expertise, including a distinguished career as a professional flat racing jockey.

What makes it special

Experience a wonderful ride with stunning views

Interact with well-cared-for horses under the guidance of experienced instructors like Angelo

Enjoy warm hospitality including complimentary water and friendly conversations post-ride

At Moonshine Ranch, safety is paramount. Angelo’s extensive experience ensures that every rider, regardless of their skill level, feels comfortable and confident. The ranch’s well-trained, friendly horses make it an ideal place for children to experience the joy of horseback riding.

Adding to the charm of your visit, the ranch offers free professional photographs of your ride. These snapshots are a perfect way to remember your adventure, capturing moments of joy as you explore the stunning landscapes.

So, whether you’re looking for a family-friendly day out, an introduction to horse riding, or just a relaxing escape into nature, Moonshine Ranch has something for everyone.

Key Amenities:

  • Year-round availability, open 7 days a week
  • Expert guidance by Angelo, a professional jockey
  • Horse riding for children and beginners
  • 15 beautiful off-road trails around Cape Greco
  • Free professional photographs of your ride
  • Cold refreshments post-ride

Ello says

Book in advance to secure your spot as Moonshine Ranch can get busy during peak seasons

Wear appropriate attire such as long pants and closed-toe shoes for a comfortable riding experience

Consider bringing a camera or phone for capturing picturesque moments along the trail

Reviews

Google reviews sit at 3.7 from 121 reviews, while Tripadvisor is at 3.9 from 108, so the response looks consistent across both sources. Recent comments most often mention the service, the setting, and the food.

Google
Google121 reviews
3.7/5
Tripadvisor
Tripadvisor108 reviews
3.9/5

Google rating breakdown

5 stars73
4 stars9
3 stars3
2 stars4
1 star32
5/5

Maja Folwarska

14 June 2024from GoogleGoogle

I highly recommend this ranch if you want to experience a wonderful ride with equally wonderful views. The horses were very obedient and well cared. The horse and ranch owner- Angelo was very nice and cordial. My boyfriend and I came to the ranch on foot from our hotel, he immediately invited us inside and offered us water, we were very gratefull, it was lifesaver in the Cyprus heat. The same thing happened after the ride - he gave us water and we sat chatting for another half an hour. We spent a wonderful evening at the ranch, which we will definitely remember for a long time and when we have the opportunity - we will definitely come back :) It's more than obvious that the owner loves horses and please don’t be fooled by the negative opinions. Angelo is lovely and very nice man :)

5/5

Rick

14 September 2025from GoogleGoogle

Im not a horse rider but my daughter is. The instructor took my daughter and myself for a lovely ride. He was great at what he did and no problem whatsoever. I would definitely recommend this activity.

4/5

Amelia J

20 September 2025from GoogleGoogle

Great experience for such a reasonable price! The horses were friendly and so was the man who owned them. I had never ridden a horse before, so he had shown me how to properly do this. Ignore the 1 star reviews, it was an excellent 1 hour experience!! We even stopped at good viewpoints to take photos, thank you. Only downside was that the horses did not get offered any food or water and were in direct sunlight after the hour ride, which must have been very difficult for them in the heat.

5/5

Ryan McKenna

25 May 2024from GoogleGoogle

Best day with a great riding instructor. Great views and the horses were pleasant and friendly. It was my girlfriend and I first time riding and with this great instructor, he took no time getting the basics across. We will definitely be back again the next time we are in Cyprus. This was one of the most enjoyable activities we done this week.

5/5

Mary Olivia

2 June 2024from GoogleGoogle

We were staying in the local area so decided to book a horse riding session with Angelous. He was very kind, helpful and attentive. He ensured we were riding safely and knew how to keep the horses safe too. Honestly ignore any negative reviews you see because he is simply a down to earth man with a passion for what he does. He also invited us in for a drink after our ride. Great memories we will never forget.

1/5

Anna Lukyanova

7 November 2025from GoogleGoogle

Very disappointed. My daughter was yelled at for no reason, ride was only 40 min instead of 1h. The group was not given an opportunity to choose the route and we had to wait till the guide ends up having his coffee before we could finally pay and leave. One star for the hourses which were healthy and nice. Not recommended.

4/5

Annabel Watson

20 April 2024from GoogleGoogle

After reading some of the comments me (23) and my friend (20) were slightly worried to attend our booking being 2 young girls. However, when we arrived Angelo made us feel welcome and before we knew it we was on the horses. Angelo is firm in his teaching but that is because he wants you to have a great experience and keep both you and the horses safe. Angelo asked if we wanted pictures while on the ride which was lovely as we now have some great photos to look back on.If you get upset easily this isn’t probably the experience for you but if you’re happy for someone to tell you how it is you’ll have a great time! Just like we did!

5/5

Ирина Мазепа

20 July 2021from GoogleGoogle

Great time, with great person Angelos. He is good instructor, with a lot of experience. Just need to listen and enjoy. White horse, Prince😉 I recommend that place if you like horses 👍🐎