Safaris · HORSES
Every trip has one free day too few. These 12 horses tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Ride a calm, well-trained horse with guides such as Engin through Antalya’s tree-lined countryside and along Lara Beach. The outing usually includes about an hour inland and 20 to 25 minutes by the sea. Beginners are welcome, though a €10 fee applies if the guide must hold your horse.
“the staff was real kind and helpful and made as all feel safe and relaxed”
Ride from a Marmaris ranch into pine woods, orange groves, village scenery, and shallow river sections on a calm, guided horse. No riding experience is needed. Guides including Ahmet, Umit, and Beyza help beginners, while children can ride when accompanied by a parent.
“Fantastic way to spend the afternoon with my horse crazy daughter - thank you”
You’ll visit Hacienda Tuko Adventure Park for an eight-line carbon-fiber zipline, buggy ride, and horseback outing. Guide Jeudi has earned praise for clear instructions and humor. Expect a full, active day with a Dominican meal, fruit, drinks, and mountain-road transfers.
“It is a long day for be prepared (8-4pm). The activities were fun and the employees did everything to make sure you were safe. Walking and climbing status are necessary for the zip line activity so be prepared. It was nice that we got to see a local beach. Our guide Jeudi was great. He gave us clear directions before arriving and had us laughing along the way.”
Ride from Megalochori through vineyards and village lanes to Eros Beach, then canter and gallop across black sand before climbing ancient trails above the coast. This two-hour ride suits confident, advanced riders and includes a guide, helmet, chaps, and guide-taken photos.
“The extreme horse riding was amazing! It was an absolute lifelong dream of mine as an equestrian to gallop on the beach! Our guide took us all around the south side of the island, on the cliffs, through the streets of the town and galloping on the beach. You could tell they really care for all their horses and they put them first. Would absolutely do the exact same tour again and would recommend to any friends and family.”
Ride through Dolly Wildlife Estate, about 30 minutes from Arusha, on a two-hour horseback safari with Kaskazi Horse Safaris. Beginners get a gentle ride near zebra, wildebeest, and antelope, while experienced riders may ride faster. Groups are limited to eight, with helmets provided.
“Great experience. Was first time riding and it was amazing. Great for pictures but should ask the guide to slow down when we need to take pics.”
Ride for about an hour through the pine forests above Kemer, with hotel pickup and drop-off from Kiris, Beldibi, and Goynuk. A short lesson helps beginners manage the horse, while guides lead the group along forest paths. Turkish, English, and Russian support is available.
“Es hatt super viel Spaß gemacht perfekt für Anfänger”
Ride for about one hour through Cappadocia’s valleys with a local English-speaking guide, passing fairy chimneys, vineyards, and routes cars cannot reach. Hotel pickup and drop-off, helmets, equipment, and insurance are included. The family-run ranch suits beginners, though photos and food cost extra.
“This tour is run by a family. The owner contacted us by WhatsApp prior to confirm pick up location and he drove us to the ranch. We were are brought to their home and farm, and they set us up with a hair net and helmet. The horses are clearly well taken care of, calm and well manered. The guide helped my youngest (9yrs) who had never ridden before, which was great. Our guide’s English isnt 100% fluent however he understood well enough to decrease the language barrier sufficiently, making it quite pleasant to converse in simple terms. They also had a family member meet us at a picturesque location…”
Spend about four hours with a private guide from Al Annabi Tourism, riding Arabian horses and camels, driving an ATV, tackling dune bashing, and visiting the Inland Sea. Guides including Hamood, Ibtihaj, Shahzeb, and Zohaib are praised for punctual pickups, patient photos, and confident desert driving.
“The whole experience was amazing! Our tour guide (Ismail) was accommodating, friendly and made sure we were enjoying ourselves. I would definitely come back and do this again!!”
Ride for 50 to 60 minutes along a 4 km forest trail near Ölüdeniz, with calm horses, English-speaking guides, helmets, insurance, and striking views toward Fethiye and Hisarönü. The route suits beginners and children, while longer rides for experienced riders cost extra.
“Es macht richtig Spaß. Es ist wirklich zu empfehlen. Man hat sich zu keiner Zeit unsicher gefühlt auch wenn man länger nicht auf einem Pferd gesessen hat. Tolle Tour und ein super Ausblick.”
You’ll ride a quad through desert trails, try camel and horse riding, watch sunset, eat a barbecue buffet, and see Tanura and belly dancing. A professional astronomer leads telescope viewing when selected. Pickup is included from Hurghada, with some resort areas costing extra.
“The quad bike ride could have been a bit more challenging.”
Spend about four hours riding calm horses through Rondeberg Farms near Cape Town, with views of the Atlantic and chances to see zebra, eland, springbok, ostrich, and tortoises. The outing includes lunch and a visit to !Khwa ttu San Heritage Centre. Spring brings carpets of wildflowers.
“We needed a code to get into the park, which was not sent to us. Luckily someone came along that had a code, so we were able to get in.”
Ride at walking pace through a 240-hectare wildlife reserve 12km from Stellenbosch. Gentle horses suit beginners, guides share animal and reserve stories, and small groups reach just six riders. Look for giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and birdlife. The 75kg limit is strictly enforced.
“Ein wunderbarer Ausritt. Es wird genau geschaut, welches Pferd zu einem passt und die Pferde sind in einem sehr guten Zustand. Man sieht viele Tiere.”
Dunes, game drives, camps or snow.
