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Vonfidel Ranch
A private equestrian estate in Sri Lanka

Bespoke equestrian journeys shaped by trust, terrain, and the living partnership between horse and rider.

Sri Lanka’s home of signature, low-volume horseback riding journeys

From jungle trails to open countryside, every ride is shaped by balance, trust, and the living partnership between horse and rider. Our tailor-made horseback riding holidays and expedition-style horse safaris are guided by uncompromising welfare standards and offered on a strictly limited, appointment-only basis.

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Not a resort ride

This is the Vonfidel Way.

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Private horseback riding holidays and curated horse safaris in Sri Lanka

Discover a quieter, more deliberate form of horseback travel at Vonfidel Ranch. From immersive riding holidays and guided trail expeditions to purposeful training stays, each experience is shaped around trust, precision, and uncompromising, welfare-first horsemanship.

Journeys here are not packaged — they are composed, one rider and one horse at a time, in the spirit of the Vonfidel Way.

Riders enjoying a breathtaking sunset ride during a signature riding holiday at Vonfidel Ranch, Sri Lanka’s premier equestrian destination.
Bespoke Equestrian Holidays in Sri Lanka
Vonfidel Ranch’s Signature Riding Holidays are not pre-designed itineraries — they are bespoke equestrian journeys shaped around trust, timing, and the living partnership between horse and rider. From quiet, meditative countryside rides to long-form trail expeditions and expedition-style horse safaris, every detail is guided by exceptional horses, attentive horsemanship, and Sri Lanka’s untamed landscapes.

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Institutional Foundation

The Vonfidel Doctrine

Vonfidel Ranch operates under a formal ethical doctrine that governs every rider, every horse, and every decision. It is the quiet architecture behind our selectivity, our welfare standards, and our calm authority.

“Trust must never be extracted from an animal for human entertainment. It must be earned, protected, and preserved.”

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Essential Information

Operational notes for booking, transfers, and access.

Major credit cards and bank transfers are accepted. Formal electronic receipts are issued upon confirmation.
Bookings are confirmed exclusively via the official reservation form or through direct consultation for bespoke itineraries.
Private transfers may be arranged from airports, coastal hotels, and regional transport points on request.
A 50% deposit confirms all bookings. Deposits are generally non-refundable but may be credited toward a future date subject to operational discretion and weather conditions.
All horses operate under controlled workloads, structured rest cycles, regular veterinary oversight, and individualized conditioning programs. No horse is worked beyond welfare thresholds.
The current maximum riding weight is 77 kg. Minimum age is 16 for riding holidays and 12 for training holidays, subject to individual assessment.
A Different Way of Riding | Vonfidel Ranch
Quiet horsemanship at Vonfidel Ranch
A Different Way of Riding

At Vonfidel Ranch, each journey is composed rather than staged — shaped by discipline, landscape, and the quiet partnership between horse and rider.

In the quiet outback of Punani on Sri Lanka’s east coast, Vonfidel Ranch offers a rare form of equestrian travel — grounded in horsemanship rather than spectacle. Pace, terrain, and rider are carefully matched, allowing each ride to unfold with intention, balance, and respect for the horse.

  • Curated riding journeys and countryside trail explorations
  • Expedition-style horse safaris shaped by terrain and season
  • Boutique hospitality rooted in ethical, welfare-first horsemanship

Location & Landscape
Punani outback, Sri Lanka’s east coast — secluded, quiet, and deliberately removed from the ordinary.

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Guest Stories
Riders from around the world share their unforgettable Vonfidel Ranch experiences.
  • Chrissi Müller R.
    Trainer & Life Coach
    Here, unspoilt nature meets overwhelming hospitality. The owner Alfie personally looks after the guests and makes everything possible. Show more
  • Thomas and Edith Künzel
    Professor | Director of Technology
    Wir haben 10 Tags Juli 2025 auf der vonfidel ranch verbracht. Zu unserer grossen Freude warren die Pferde gesund und in einem hervorragenden Zustand. Show more
  • Christina Braun
    Equestrian Trainer & Dressage Champion
    Our family vacation in Sri Lanka was truly unforgettable, thanks to Alfie and his family. Show more
Rider on horseback during an ethical riding holiday in Sri Lanka.
Rider connecting with horse during a signature horseback riding holiday in Sri Lanka.

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