Who It's For
Every Person Deserves This Connection
These walks are for anyone who needs to slow down, breathe, and reconnect — with nature, with themselves, and with something gentle and alive. No experience with horses needed.
Anxiety & Stress
When the World Feels Like Too Much
Horses are extraordinarily sensitive to human energy — they respond to your nervous system in real time. Walking beside ShangriLa naturally slows your breath, quiets anxious thoughts, and brings you fully into the present moment.
Guests who struggle with anxiety consistently describe the walk as one of the most grounding experiences they've had. No screens, no noise, no pressure — just open air, a quiet trail, and a gentle creature who meets you exactly where you are.
Someone who suffers with anxiety, this really helped calm my nerves, keep me grounded and in the present moment.
— Nana, Santa Clarita CA
Children & Families
Joy, Wonder, and Connection for All Ages
Children naturally open up around horses. ShangriLa's calm, gentle energy creates a safe space for curiosity, laughter, and real connection — for kids of all ages and the families who love them.
Whether it's a child's first time meeting a horse or a family looking for a meaningful shared experience, these walks create memories that last. Silvia is warm, patient, and wonderful with children of all ages.
Fantastic first encounter with a horse for my nine year old granddaughter. Silvia was extremely kind and answered all of her questions.
— Cherolyn, Ann Arbor MI
Autism & Special Needs
A Connection Beyond Words
Many autistic children and those with special needs find a unique, profound connection with horses. The sensory experience — the warmth, the texture, the rhythm of walking — can be deeply calming and regulating in ways that are hard to find elsewhere.
ShangriLa communicates without words, which makes her uniquely accessible. She is patient, gentle, and responsive. Silvia is a certified peer support specialist with deep experience supporting individuals with diverse needs.
ShangriLa is intelligent, full of personality and absolutely gorgeous. The experience was unlike anything else.
— Liz, Santa Monica CA
Anyone Seeking Peace
You Don't Need a Reason
Sometimes you just need to step away from the noise. A walk with ShangriLa along the horse paths of Huntington Beach and through the Urban Forest is a rare chance to slow down, be present, and feel the simple magic of being with a beautiful, gentle creature.
Guests leave feeling calm, grounded, and rejuvenated — sometimes for days afterward. Whether you're going through something hard or simply craving a moment of peace, this walk is for you.
Afterwards, my friend and I felt so calm and rejuvenated. It was an amazing day!
— Lindsay, Huntington Beach CA
Ready to Experience It?
Book your Equine Healing Walk with ShangriLa. Around 1hr 15min, up to 6 guests, no riding, no experience needed.
Huntington Beach, CA · $109 per guest · Free cancellation