Top Four Places to Ride a Horse
I am a traditionalist; for me the best way to see a country is by horseback. Everything slows down and you can see for miles, from rolling hills to astounding beaches. There is nothing better than the thrill of cantering across the sand parallel to the sea. Even if you are a beginner, horse riding whilst on holiday is an experience that everyone should try. Here is a list of some of the best places in the world to go horse riding:
Masai Mara, Kenya
By travelling on horseback you get off the tourist routes which run through the area, by doing this you can experience Kenya like it was a hundred years ago. Plus, not surprisingly, you can get much closer to the animals without the noise of a Land Rover. Travelling by horseback is the best way to go on a safari, in my humble opinion. You can gallop alongside zebras and wildebeests, past elephants, giraffes, lions, and dozens of other animals.
Loire Valley, France
The great castles of the Loire Valley are arguably among the finest legacies history has left us. Chenonceau, Cheverny, and Chaumont are outstanding examples of the tremendous flowering of French culture of the period. The history is brought alive by staying each night in real castles still in private hands and riding into courtyards over drawbridges like knights of old.
Valle de Bravo, Mexico
The cultural and historical value of this ride is to be favourably compared with many European trips. The base is the picturesque, 400 year-old village of Valle de Bravo with its beautiful setting of pristine mountains, pine forests and soft grasslands. On this ride you can see lovely Spanish haciendas and old colonial structures. The horses and tack compare well to those of the European run horse rides.
La Caldera del Rey, Tenerife
Take advantage of the mild climate and beautiful scenery in Tenerife by going on a horse ride. The horse riding stables at La Caldera del Rey are just a 15minute drive from Playa de Las Americas; they offer both hikes and lessons. When you arrive you will find the traditional working farm nestled in a lush valley, surrounded by stunning scenery. Treks last from one to two hours and are available for both beginners and experienced riders, with a maximum of four riders per guide. The lessons are available to everyone including people on Tenerife holiday packages.
Masai Mara, Kenya
By travelling on horseback you get off the tourist routes which run through the area, by doing this you can experience Kenya like it was a hundred years ago. Plus, not surprisingly, you can get much closer to the animals without the noise of a Land Rover. Travelling by horseback is the best way to go on a safari, in my humble opinion. You can gallop alongside zebras and wildebeests, past elephants, giraffes, lions, and dozens of other animals.
Loire Valley, France
The great castles of the Loire Valley are arguably among the finest legacies history has left us. Chenonceau, Cheverny, and Chaumont are outstanding examples of the tremendous flowering of French culture of the period. The history is brought alive by staying each night in real castles still in private hands and riding into courtyards over drawbridges like knights of old.
Valle de Bravo, Mexico
The cultural and historical value of this ride is to be favourably compared with many European trips. The base is the picturesque, 400 year-old village of Valle de Bravo with its beautiful setting of pristine mountains, pine forests and soft grasslands. On this ride you can see lovely Spanish haciendas and old colonial structures. The horses and tack compare well to those of the European run horse rides.
La Caldera del Rey, Tenerife
Take advantage of the mild climate and beautiful scenery in Tenerife by going on a horse ride. The horse riding stables at La Caldera del Rey are just a 15minute drive from Playa de Las Americas; they offer both hikes and lessons. When you arrive you will find the traditional working farm nestled in a lush valley, surrounded by stunning scenery. Treks last from one to two hours and are available for both beginners and experienced riders, with a maximum of four riders per guide. The lessons are available to everyone including people on Tenerife holiday packages.
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