Situated on the Mighty Belize River and central to all of Belize, this ranch is a place where horses roam free and huge iguanas laze in the branches above the bamboo. The land here is surrounded by evidence of both the ancient Maya and a historic logging tradition. Nestled in a quiet jungle setting, in the midst of birds and other tropical wildlife, the jungle resort features delightful accommodat...
Minimum riding level: Low to Strong Intermediate

This 'Classic Cavalcade' is one of the best rides Hidden Trails has to offer. Everything is first class, the accommodations, the horses, the trails, the scenery and last but certainly not least your fantastic hosts, Lucia and Pepe Schravesande. Both are enthusiastic riders and love to share their beautiful country with you. They will share their knowledge about the history, the culture and the mag...
Minimum riding level: Intermediate

Only 50 miles north of Mexico City, the horseback riding at this ranch is unlimited. Surrounded by three waterfalls and at an elevation of 7.500 ft, the ranch offers spectacular views and weather year-round!  There are no boundaries or fences throughout the magnificent countryside. Discover unsurpassed hospitality, scenery and equestrian riding in the heart of Mexico. Ride past far...
Minimum riding level: Intermediate

"Some of the finest highland scenery in Europe is found in the Rila, Pirin, Rhodope and Balkan mountain ranges" (The Rough Guide - 1995) The Balkans are the longest chain in the peninsula- over 600 km. Dividing Bulgaria into two distinct halves, the Balkans amaze us with their spectacular natural sights- the river canyons, the rocks, the forests and the high picks (the highest is 2376 ...
Minimum riding level: Intermediate

Explore the regions of Perigord, Guyenne and Quercy on this new ride. Explore a region of castles and churches. No other corner of France has such a wealth of medieval and Renaissance architecture emphatically remarkable for its domed Romanesque churches and lovely galleried farmhouses with dovecots that speckle the landscape. The cuisine is distinctive for the elusive truffle, cultivation of waln...
Minimum riding level: Intermediate

This riding holiday is centered in and around the spectacular countryside of the Dordogne in south-western France, near the town of Bergerac. From the moment you turn into the tree-lined drive that leads up to the house, you'll feel your body and mind relax as you realize your dream holiday has really and truly started. As you drive up to the house, you will glimpse through the trees on th...
Minimum riding level: Low Intermediate+

Discover an unspoiled countryside of France, saturated in history, fine wine, peaceful rolling pastures, ripe orchards, lush woods, castles and churches of times past, all connected by a thousand kilometers of horse trails for you to discover. This ride is like a walk through time in the most famous prehistoric region in France - the Perigord Noir. It will take us to the historic bastides, ancien...
Minimum riding level: Advanced

An exploration of the famous Châteaux of the Loire Valley. Visit Chambord, Chenonceau, Saumur and Chinon! The ride is designed for travelers looking for a relaxed getaway with plenty of time to sight-see, take memorable photographs and be spoiled by the mouth watering French cuisine! Overnights are at exquisite castles and manor houses, each with its own charm and history. This riding tour le...
Minimum riding level: Low Intermediate and Good Intermediate

The Medieval Castle Trail follows the boundary between southern Tuscany and northern Lazio, where the tuff rock hills provide both the foundations and the building materials for spectacular towns like Sorano and Pitigliano.  The towns are embedded in an area which displays a very rich cultural and historical background – the first Etruscan settlements and the former border area of the State o...
Minimum riding level: Intermediate

A six night riding holiday holiday for riders who have a great passion for Dressage and  are ready to work hard  for a week to really get a  “push on “ with their riding. The program is aimed for people who are  not only  interested in the Classical Dressage ways of riding,  but also in the procedures used for training these magnificent horses. This is a unique oppo...
Minimum riding level: from Novice to Strong Intermediate

The Grand Alpujarra Trail in Southern Spain is a fascinating journey through the region made famous by author Chris Stewart in his charming book "Driving over Lemons" about life on a rural mountain farm.  The actual route we take is a combination of the best parts of the previous Sierra Nevada rides offered and provides an in-depth experience of this unique part of Spain.  Watered by the...
Minimum riding level: Intermediate

“where the Pyrenees tumble into the sea...” Imagine swimming with your horse, riding, relaxing and sunbathing on this breath taking Mediterranean Coastal Trail which starts off in the Mediterranean Pyrenean wilderness with its rolling foothills heavily forested with oak, cork and beech and finishes on the most spectacular part of Catalonias coast. We canter and gallop our way through forests of r...
Minimum riding level: Good Intermediate

The remote wilderness lodge and base for this trip is located at the north end of Chilko Lake, British Columbia, the gateway to Ts'yl-os Park. This is the dividing point between the stunning Coast Mountain range and the Chilcotin Plateau, where the crystal clear Chilko River winds its way down to the coastal watersheds. The area offers excellent riding country and superb world class...
Minimum riding level: Good Intermediate

To the south of Banff, Alberta lies the fabled Kananaskis Range of the Rocky Mountains. The rugged topography and open forests of the region have made horses the preferred way to get around for centuries, first by the native Plains Indians and more recently by horseback explorers. This trip commences in the foothills south of Bragg Creek at an elevation of 1,350 meters. The ranch is surround...
Minimum riding level: Intermediate

If you have ever rounded up and driven horses in miles of open country, you know it's not just a ride in the park! Driving horses 20 miles a day through all kinds of terrain is an adventure! It's the most exciting thing you have ever done on horseback. It can be hot and it can be cold, it can be wet or dry or dusty, it can be fast and then slow, it can be challenging yet relaxing. It's a horse dri...
Minimum riding level: Strong Intermediate

Explore and ride through an area of great beauty, rich in wildlife, where time flows at its own pace; the ghosts of Russian, Spanish and English adventurers tenaciously cling to this isolated part of the world. Join us for an exceptional equestrian getaway along the north coast of Califonrnia. Canter along deserted ocean beaches, ride the bluffs while the Pacific crashes against rocks far below, ...
Minimum riding level: Good Novice to Advanced

Corrientes is a place where gauchos still drive cattle and horses from one place to another. It's a place where men on horseback calculate distances in terms of the hours they think they'll need to ride them. The Corrientes hinterland is a flat grassland that hides water around every corner and where the only signs of civilization are fences and occasional outpost houses. It's the land of EL DORAD...
Minimum riding level: Intermediate

This fabulous and exciting ride based mainly in Torres del Paine National Park features exciting riding on great, fit horses and the unforgettable scenery of this magnificent part of Patagonia. We start with a night at the beautiful, authentic estancia Rio Verde. It’s a great place to get to know the rest of the group and be introduced to some authentic Patagonian culture. The bar area...
Minimum riding level: Good Intermediate

A journey back in time along ancient Inca and Spanish colonial routes, between the best preserved 'haciendas' (grand colonial farming estates) of South America, in two stunningly beautiful, yet very distinct areas of the Andean highlands. Crossing vast plains and riding through pastoral valleys, we follow the 'Avenue of Volcanoes', skirting the towering, snow-capped peaks of Cayambe & Cotopaxi and...
Minimum riding level: Intermediate

On this ride you will skirt the most diverse landscapes, taste delicious local wines and excellent food, and experience the hidden treasures found on paths less traveled. For those who have a passion for nature, the beach, and being in contact with the traditions of the countries they visit, this riding tour combines some of the oldest and best preserved haciendas with th...
Minimum riding level: Intermediate

Arouse the explorer within you and allow the spirit of a horse to carry you in rhythm with the African beat! This horse safari is in the remote North Eastern corner of Botswana. Home to Mashatu Game Reserve, the “Land of the Giants” is an area of great diversity, magnificent vistas, land formations, history and legend as ancient as time itself. This pristine game viewing land...
Minimum riding level: Good Intermediate

The Delta, created by the flood waters of the Okavango, is so large it can be spotted from deep space like a giant hand, bringing relief to the dry region. Little-known to the outside world until a few decades ago, this secluded 17,000 square km maze of lagoons, channels and islands forms one of the most beautiful and pristine wildlife reserves on Earth - it is the largest inland delta in the...
Minimum riding level: Strong Intermediate

Ride on horseback or jeep up to game such as rhino, giraffe and eland. Discover the mysteries of spoor (animal tracks), and learn the fruits and medicinal use of the local trees and plants. The mountains and gorges create amazing views and vistas of the Waterberg, and make sundowners and surprise bush breakfasts just perfect. The Waterberg safari lodges, located on a private game reserve, are in a...
Minimum riding level: All riding levels