2 Day The Gaits of The Desert Horse Riding Holiday in Tabernas, Spain
Short Horse Riding Holiday Spain
Malcaminos welcomes you to this short horseback riding holiday in Spain with a monitor or guide to enjoy three gaits of the horse, going down the steppe of Tabernas.
Key information
- Rider Weight Limit: 220 pounds / 100 kilograms
- Tack Type: English or Western saddle (The rider can choose)
Highlights
- 1 riding day
- 3 hours of horse riding
- Ride through geological, natural, and cinematographic interest areas
- Stunning landscapes
- 1 night accommodation
- Tasty breakfast
Styles
Almería Airport (US$ 129 per person)
Accommodation
Facilities
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Barbeque facilities
- Environmentally friendly
- Kitchen
- Multilingual staff
- Picnic area
- Special menu request
- Terrace
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Ironing / ironing board
- Laundry
- Library
- Wireless internet
There are a total of six rooms: four single rooms and two double rooms. Accommodation and breakfast (self-service) are included.
- Kitchen: You can cook by yourself, or Rancho offers a self-service menu for the days of your stay (extra charge).
- Two toilets or showers: Shared
- Large terrace with views of the Tabernas Desert
- A peaceful place where you can relax and enjoy exceptional views
Note: In case you prefer to stay at Tabernas village or any other hotel in Almería city, Malcaminos can manage for you at an extra charge.
Program
When arriving at the ranch, welcome, protection giving, assign a horse, and contact before departure. The monitor will suggest some options to enjoy the three gaits of the horse during the activity. The itinerary takes place in ramblas, dirt floors, and a small stretch of asphalt, with stops for taking photos in geological, natural, and cinematographic interest areas. There are two different possible itineraries. The choice of one or another depends on the environmental circumstances of the day. This program is not suitable for:
- Younger than 14 years
- People who weigh more than 100 kilograms
- People in low physical shape
- People older than 70 years
For underages, it is required a signed authorisation of the legal guardian and a sign of the discharge of responsibility. Obligatory level.
Location
The Tabernas Desert is the European Hollywood in all its essence. Your hosts offer the riders the chance to experience an adventure on horseback in these unique places. If you are a fan of Western and adventure movies, this is where you will find your place. But, it is also a jewel of landscape with an amazing geologic story and human settlement history. You will ride inside a big sedimentary valley formed over 3,000,000 years at 400 meters inside the Mediterranean Sea. The erosion has formed and continues forming this great landscape, which will remind you of Arizona, California, Nevada, or New México. Tabernas village is two kilometers from Rancho. Almería city is 30 kilometers from Rancho.
Distances
- Tabernas village, 2 kilometers
- Almería city, 30 kilometers
Food
You will be served one breakfast and water included in the price.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
Things to do (optional)
- Extra room for rider: is 40 UR per night single one and 60 EUR per night for double one.
- Extra room for horse: +20 EUR per night in case some of the participants come with their own horse.
- Western scenery towns visit
What's included
- 3 hours of horse riding
- 1 night accommodation
- 1 breakfast
- Water
- Helmet (obligatory for all level riders) and corporal protector (optional)
- Guide or instructor
- Interpretation material (the guide brings it)
What's not included
- Airfare
- Airport transfers
- Other meals
- Extra activities
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Almería Airport
24 km
Transfer available for additional US$ 129 per person
Arrival by airplane
- Airport transfer: 110 EUR (per person)
Please book your flight to arrive at Almería Airport (LEI). The round-trip taxi fare between the airport and Rancho (Airport–Rancho–Airport) is approximately 110 EUR per car. Please note that this price may vary depending on the day—weekday rates are generally lower, while weekend rates tend to be higher. Malcaminos does not profit from this service; they simply coordinate the booking by contacting the local taxi service in Tabernas to arrange pickup.
Arrival by car
If you come with your own vehicle, Malcaminos will send you instructions to reach the ranch. Access to the ranch is easy. It is approximately 2 kilometers from the village of Tabernas. It is already in the desert area and therefore, it is important to follow the instructions we will send you. Free parking at the rancho.
Arrival by motorhome
If you come by motorhome, parking at the ranch is free. It is important to let Malcaminos know in advance that you are coming with this type of vehicle.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 20% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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