“Horse riding is more than just covering distance on horseback. It’s a moment of reflection, a practice in balance—of both body and mind—and a journey of connection with our horse. It becomes a spiritual and artistic experience, allowing us to feel the deep emotion and joy of reconnecting with nature, from which modern city life so often separates us.”
The beginning
Eduard van Brunschot (better known as Eddy) is a Dutch textile engineer, horseman, and the founder of the Perol Chico Ranch in Peru.
Eddy began his career designing and producing fashion apparel for major European retail chains and private labels, outsourcing production to trusted manufacturers in Europe.
However, as the fast fashion industry boomed, with the mass production of cheap clothes produced in China, Eddy boldly decided to follow his heart and pursue a childhood dream that had always lingered within him. In 1996, he made the life-changing move to Peru, where he turned his dream into reality by founding the Perol Chico Ranch and channelled his passion for horses and the rugged beauty of the Andes into creating extraordinary horseback riding expeditions.
Our Company
Since its inception, our company has been committed to sustainably and conscientiously managing its horseback riding business, guided by humanist principles and values. Tourism in Peru plays a vital role in the country's economy and in expanding human flourishing and dignity within local communities. A significant portion of the company’s revenues is spent, directly or indirectly, in the local economy. From this perspective, booking a riding holiday with Perol Chico contributes to human development and welfare in Peru, impacting both the local community and the broader region.
RECOGNITION
October 2020
“Queremos hacerle llegar nuestra felicitación y reconocimiento por la labor que viene haciendo desde hace 24 años por nuestra Raza Caballar, El Caballo Peruano de Paso.”
“We want to send you our congratulations and appreciation for the work you have been doing for 24 years for our Horse Breed, The Peruvian Paso Horse.”
National Association of Breeders and Owners of Peruvian Paso Horses
Upcoming changes to our Sacred Valley ranch
We’d like to share an important update: beginning in June 2025, our Sacred Valley ranch will undergo a major transformation. As part of this process, we’ll be relocating our riding operation to a nearby hacienda in the Sacred Valley.
During construction, all rides will temporarily start and end at this new location. While the backdrop may shift, the quality of our horseback riding experience remains as exceptional as ever.
