Born out of the sheer love of horses, Angkors Happy Ranch Horse Farm is the brain child of Sary Pann, who first established the venue in 2002. Renowned as the sole western type ranch of its kind in all of Southeast Asia, this quaint farm just 2km from the heart of Siem Reap enjoys an international following among riding enthusiasts of all ages. Occupying a scenic landscape in the captivating Cambodian countryside, the ranch spreads out over an area of 10 hectares, surrounding a charming lake. Boasting a collection of 42 horses, the ranch is famed for its retinue of pure Cambodian breeds, who are the offspring of Mongolian wild horse varieties and Prejwalskis.
Constructed according to international standards and specifications, the premises is fully equipped with more than 40 spacious stable stalls, a circular shaped pen, a 20x40m dressage hall and a grooming and preparation region as well. Having imported a majority of its saddles from Europe and western countries, the stable also provides safe riding helmets for all riding requirements.
Tailor made for those who wish to explore the Khmer countryside on a leisurely horseback ride, the farm offers guests a plethora of riding trails and packages to choose from. Riders can opt for a breezy one hour ride or go in for an invigorating half a day or 4 hour excursion that crisscrosses local villages, paddy fields and ancient temple ruins. Exploring these often overlooked corners of rural Cambodia, guests can expect to get a real sense of Cambodian country life and the breathtaking landscapes of the rice cultivating surroundings.
Riding lessons are also available for the convenience of novice riders, who wish to try their hand at this relaxing past time for the first time. Those travelling in large groups have the option of taking a cart ride across the pastoral environs on board the Happy Ranchs cosy carriages. Venturing throughout the countryside the seven hand-crafted carts at the venue can accommodate up to four passengers at a time and are ideal for families as well. The cart rides also last from 1 hour to 4 hour trips that cover Siem Reap, Angkor and its lesser known attractions.
Tourists in search of a luxury
Siem Reap hotel should look no further than the stylish Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor. Conveniently located within walking distance of the central market and 8km from the airport, this is one
hotel Siem Reap counts among its finest accommodation providers.
