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Horseback riding is a popular activity in Austria, and there are many places to go horseback riding, from the rolling hills of the Alps to the shores of Lake Constance. Here are some of the most popular places for horseback riding in Austria:
- High Tauern National Park: This park is home to some of the most spectacular scenery in Austria, and there are many horseback riding trails to explore. You can ride through forests, meadows, and alpine lakes, and you may even get to see some of the park's wildlife, such as chamois and marmots.
- Salzkammergut: This region is known for its lakes and mountains, and there are many horseback riding trails here that take you through stunning scenery. You can also go horseback riding on the shores of Lake Constance, which is one of the largest lakes in Central Europe.
- Tyrol: This region is home to the Austrian Alps, and there are many opportunities for horseback riding in the mountains. You can ride through forests, meadows, and past glaciers, and you may even get to see some of the region's famous ski resorts.
- Vorarlberg: This region is located in the westernmost part of Austria, and it is known for its beautiful scenery and its traditional villages. There are many horseback riding trails here that take you through the mountains and past waterfalls.
- Burgenland: This region is located in the east of Austria, and it is known for its vineyards and its thermal spas. There are many horseback riding trails here that take you through the countryside and past the region's many lakes.
No matter where you go horseback riding in Austria, you're sure to have a memorable experience. The scenery is stunning, the horses are well-trained, and the guides are knowledgeable and experienced. So saddle up and enjoy the ride!
Here are some things to keep in mind when planning a horseback riding trip to Austria:
- The best time to go horseback riding in Austria is during the spring or fall, when the weather is mild. The summer months can be hot and humid, and the winter months can be cold and snowy.
- Choose a riding company that has a good reputation and that offers rides that are appropriate for your skill level.
- Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and shoes that you can move around in easily. You should also bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.
- Listen to your guide and follow their instructions. They are there to keep you safe and to help you have a good time.
Enjoy your trip to Austria!
Vacations - Austria
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Horseback riding is a popular activity in many parts of Africa, and it is a great way to explore the continent's diverse landscapes and wildlife. Here are some of the best places for horseback riding in Africa:
- Botswana: Botswana is home to the Okavango Delta, one of the world's largest and most pristine wetlands. Horseback riding is a great way to explore the delta's waterways and wildlife, including elephants, lions, and giraffes.
- Kenya: Kenya is known for its safaris, and horseback riding is a great way to get up close to the animals. You can ride through the Masai Mara, one of the world's most famous wildlife reserves, or through the Samburu National Reserve, home to zebras, lions, and elephants.
- Namibia: Namibia is home to the Namib Desert, one of the oldest and driest deserts in the world. Horseback riding is a great way to explore the desert's dunes and canyons.
- South Africa: South Africa is home to a variety of landscapes, from the beaches of Durban to the mountains of Cape Town. You can go horseback riding in the Kruger National Park, one of Africa's largest game reserves, or through the winelands of Stellenbosch.
- Tanzania: Tanzania is home to Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa. Horseback riding is a great way to explore the mountain's foothills and to see some of the wildlife, such as zebras, giraffes, and elephants.
No matter where you go horseback riding in Africa, you're sure to have a memorable experience. The scenery is stunning, the horses are well-trained, and the guides are knowledgeable and experienced. So saddle up and enjoy the ride!
Here are some things to keep in mind when planning a horseback riding trip to Africa:
- The best time to go horseback riding in Africa is during the dry season, which is typically from June to October. The wet season can be muddy and slippery, and some trails may be closed.
- Choose a riding company that has a good reputation and that offers rides that are appropriate for your skill level.
- Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and shoes that you can move around in easily. You should also bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.
- Listen to your guide and follow their instructions. They are there to keep you safe and to help you have a good time.
Enjoy your trip to Africa!
You can find information about Equestrian vacations from the United States to Europe and beyond in our section on Vacations.
Vacations - Africa

Horseback riding is a popular activity in Argentina, and there are many places to go horseback riding, from the lush grasslands of Patagonia to the snow-capped peaks of the Andes. Here are some of the most popular places for horseback riding in Argentina:
- Patagonia: Patagonia is a vast region in southern Argentina that is known for its stunning scenery, including glaciers, mountains, and forests. There are many horseback riding trails in Patagonia, ranging from easy rides to challenging treks.
- The Andes: The Andes Mountains run through Argentina, and there are many opportunities for horseback riding in the mountains. You can ride through high alpine meadows, past glaciers and waterfalls, and even up to the summit of some of the highest peaks in the Americas.
- The Pampas: The Pampas is a vast grassland region in central Argentina. It is home to herds of wild horses, and you can go horseback riding through the grasslands and see these majestic animals up close.
- The Iguazu Falls: The Iguazu Flls are located on the border between Argentina and Brazil. You can go horseback riding to the falls and get a unique perspective of this natural wonder.
- The Esteros del Ibera: The Esteros del Ibera is a wetland region in northeastern Argentina. It is home to a variety of wildlife, including jaguars, caimans, and capybaras. You can go horseback riding through the wetlands and see this amazing wildlife in their natural habitat.
No matter where you go horseback riding in Argentina, you're sure to have a memorable experience. The scenery is stunning, the horses are well-trained, and the guides are knowledgeable and experienced. So saddle up and enjoy the ride!
Here are some things to keep in mind when planning a horseback riding trip to Argentina:
- The best time to go horseback riding in Argentina is during the spring or fall, when the weather is mild. The summer months can be hot and humid, and the winter months can be cold and wet.
- Choose a riding company that has a good reputation and that offers rides that are appropriate for your skill level.
- Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and shoes that you can move around in easily. You should also bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.
- Listen to your guide and follow their instructions. They are there to keep you safe and to help you have a good time.
Enjoy your trip to Argentina!
Vacations - Argentina
- Andean Crossing from Argentina into Chile, Northern Patagonia, ARG
- Argentina Polo Academy, Ruta 6 y rio Lujan, Buenos Aires, ARG
- El Dorado Estancias Ride, Corrientes, ARG
- Inca Trails near Salta, Salta, ARG
- Mountains and Wine Country Ride, Cordoba/Mendoza, ARG
- Patagonia Horseback Riding Vacations, Chile and Argentina, CHI

by DeAnn Sloan
If you’ve ever wanted to visit the sites of your favorite movies from the back of a horse, Tony Daly offers this definitive guide of where to go.
Whether we watch them on the big screen or the small screen, movies don’t just broaden our perspective; they also inspire us to see more of the world, set-jetting — one of the latest buzzwords in travel.
Long before the term came into being, Western movies stirred a passion in many of us, some hooked on horseback riding by those first few brushes with the real Wild West. Take Tony Daly for example, whose initial stay at Arizona’s Tanque Verde Guest Ranch lead to a complete career change.
Now Managing Director of riding holiday specialist, Ranch Rider, Tony is taking the reins with his set-jetting inspiration for 2019. His list covers everything from live-action modern-day Westerns to Disney’s CGI remake of The Lion King.

by Pam Zubeck
It’s as much about safety as courtesy when it comes to knowing how to control your horse on the trail, says Debbie Bibb with Friends of Equestrian Skills Course.
Bibb is one of about 20 regular volunteers who have been building an equestrian trail obstacle course on 15 acres near Norris Penrose Event Center, 1045 Lower Gold Camp Road.
The nonprofit was formed after El Paso County officials approved a new master plan for Bear Creek Regional Park in 2014 and 2015 that included space for the skills course, though county officials warned they couldn’t fund the course itself.
“They said, ‘We can set aside the land for it and provide some materials here and there,’ but for the most part all the money has come from what our group has raised,” she says.
Read more: Equestrian Group Forms Obstacle Training Site for a Safer Trail

by DD Kingscote
It's hard to describe the little bit of magic that happens for me when I put my foot down in Africa, especially Kenya, the land of my birth. It's like taking off a heavy winter overcoat and revealing the skin underneath. There are places in Kenya that are so “right" that they bring comfort to one's very soul. So you can see that I am biased before I even begin to tell you about "my kind of therapy".
I am a rider and for many years was a competitive rider and that was my "skill." Later, due to my enduring love of Africa, I became a small, personalized tour operator and it gives me great pleasure to enable others to feel that "little bit of magic" too.
Imagine my delight when asked to arrange a "proper" luxury tented mobile safari in Kenya. It had to be the real deal.An "Out of Africa", “Karen Blixen" type Safari; high quality, with a dashing guide and well prepared horses, and importantly, "off the beaten track in beautiful areas where wild game roams."
I knew just the outfit, Gordie and Felicia Church of “Safaris (Un) Limited Africa" who would deliver all of the above and more. I approached others who had expressed an interest and so gathered a team of 9 interested riders and myself. They weren't going without me.
Most riders/ travelers have only heard of the famous Maasai Mara as a place to see big game in Kenya. This is a justified and excellent game rich choice and wonderful for both riding and vehicle safaris. I wanted to show off MY favorite part of Kenya so I chose the “Lollboran ride” in Laikipia, a beautiful area resting under the shadow of Mt Kenya. Thankfully my group trusted my judgement and the dates were set.
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