Branchsto Equestrian Park in BSD City
Finding an outdoor family-friendly attraction can be challenging for those with small children, especially in and around Jakarta where open spaces are scarce.
Those looking to take a breath of fresh air while having quality time with their families can visit Branchsto Equestrian Park in BSD City, Tangerang – only about an hour’s drive from Jakarta – where adults and children alike can enjoy a variety of attractions from horse-riding to driving ATVs in a cowboy-themed environment.
Better yet, entry to the park is free, making it one of the few attractions in and around Jakarta that won’t hurt your pocket while still allowing you and your family to have a good time.
Take horse and pony-riding lessons
Two girls riding horses at Branchsto Equestrian Park
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The park’s main feature is its riding arena right at the center, where visitors can take riding lessons for Rp. 400,000 (~USD27.44) per 45 minutes accompanied by experienced trainers – the price includes riding equipment such as helmets and boots.
A man and a little girl riding at Branchsto Equestrian Park
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Pony-riding lessons are also available for children under 6 years of age, costing Rp. 300,000 (~USD20.60)Â – equipment included – for a 45-minute session.
A horse carriage at Branchsto Equestrian Park
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Alternatively, the park also offers casual pony rides around the area which adults and children alike can enjoy, costing Rp. 30,000 (~USD2.06) for rides on smaller ponies or Rp. 40,000 (~USD2.75) for the bigger ones, as well as horse carriage rides for Rp. 50,000 (~USD3.43).
Archery lessons and ATV riding
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Another popular feature at the equestrian park is its archery range, where visitors can try their hands at using a bow and arrow like Katniss Everdeen for only Rp. 25,000 (~USD1.72), which includes rental equipment.
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The park also has a small off-road track which you can enjoy on a rental ATV for Rp. 50,000 (~USD3.43), as well as scooters that you can rent for Rp. 25,000 (~USD1.72) to ride around the area.
The park also has a mini-zoo with ponies and other animals
No worries if you’re visiting with kids under 6 years of age, as the park has a mini zoo with ponies and other animals such as iguanas, birds and tortoises.
A family feeding a horse at Branchsto Equestrian Park
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Kids under adult supervision can get up close to the ponies and feed them for Rp. 15,000 (~USD1.03), which makes for a great educational activity that you can do with your younger children on weekends.
Branchsto Equestrian Park in BSD City
While family-friendly entertainment in the capital can be pricey, there are still places around the city that offer fun activities for adults and children alike at little to no cost such as Branchsto Equestrian Park, with its free entry and affordable fees for a wide range of attractions.
For your next weekend family getaway, look no further than the equestrian park – where you can indulge your kids in a variety of educational activities while taking in the fresh air just outside the city.
Address:Â Jalan BSD Raya Barat, Pagedangan, Serpong, Tangerang, Banten 15339
Opening hours:Â 9AM-5PM, Tuesday to Sunday
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