Idaho Small Private Sleigh Ride

Highlights

Description

Nestled in the snowy heart of Garden Valley, Idaho Sleigh Rides offers a cozy, private sleigh adventure that captures the spirit of winter. This 45-minute ride is perfect for couples or small families seeking a quiet escape into nature. Glide through glistening meadows and pine forests as jingle bells echo softly behind your team of black-and-white draft horses. Keep your eyes open for wild elk grazing nearby—a breathtaking sight that makes this sleigh ride truly special. After your journey, return to the lodge for a complimentary hot drink and cookie beside the crackling fire. The warm hospitality and rustic charm create the perfect backdrop for laughter, connection, and lasting memories. Whether bundled close with a loved one or sharing the experience with family, this Idaho sleigh ride delivers timeless holiday magic. Even without snow, your sleigh is fitted with wheels, so the adventure continues across the same scenic trails. It’s a simple, beautiful way to celebrate the season, where nature’s quiet beauty and human warmth meet under the wide Idaho sky.

Itinerary

1:45 PM Check-In → Arrive 15 minutes early at the Idaho Sleigh Rides lodge. 2:00 PM Departure → Meet your driver and horses, then board the sleigh. 2:05 PM Ride Begins → Glide through meadows and watch for elk and deer. 2:40 PM Return → Arrive back at the lodge for cocoa and cookies. 3:00 PM Relax → Sit by the fireplace or browse the lodge’s snack bar.

Price & Availability

$300 per private sleigh (up to 4 guests). Children 3 & under free. Non-refundable; reschedules available for weather.

Food & Drink

Hot drink and cookie included; optional Dutch oven dinner available for add-on.

Instructions

Arrive 15 minutes early; check-in at lodge; sleighs convert to wagons if no snow.

Restrictions

Not wheelchair accessible; all ages welcome; weather-dependent operation.

Transportation

Parking available at 1099 Banks Lowman Road, Garden Valley.