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Beach and Rainforest Ride
Rio/Sao Paulo
Brazil
Beach and rainforest ride in Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro is fascinating, known in the world for its rich culture and natural beauty. Rio boasts the famous Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer statue, both UNESCO World Heritage sites.
It is now also an excellent destination for horseback riding.
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Progressive Ride (no camping)
Ride with Gaited Horses
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Meeting:
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Rio de Janeiro
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Airport:
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Rio de Janeiro
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Transfer:
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Rio de Janeiro
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Riders:
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Min
6 riders
Max
10 riders
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Trip Brochure (PDF) 
Trip Rating
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Rates and Dates for 2025
Rates include*:
Accommodations, All meals & 5 riding days
English and German-speaking guides available
| A | 2025 | 7 day trip | 7d / 6n | $3970 |
* prices are per person based on double/twin occupancy
Transfer and Other Charges:
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2025
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Single supplement
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$800
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Pick-up/ drop-off is available from Rio de Janeiro–Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) at anytime of the day. Check-out after breakfast on the last day.
Tour Dates for 2025
This ride is available any date between April and October (expect for the month of July). We need the booking at least 1 month before the date of the ride)
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Rates do not include:
Transfers from/to Rio de Janeiro & Gratuities
Day 1: Transfer from Rio de Janeiro–Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) - if requested. Reception at the ranch located in Niterói, 13 kilometers from the city of Rio de Janeiro on the outskirts of the Serra da Tiririca Ecological Park. Presentation of the horses and brief orientation for the next days' ride.
Overnight in Camboinhas Beach Pousada Hotel*
*The hotel is located only 50 meters from the beautiful and peaceful beach of Camboinhas, and just 15 minutes from Itacoatiara beach, chosen by TripAdvisor as the 12th best Brazilian beach.
Day 2: Start of the trail ride in Serra da Tiririca Ecological Park forest, where we will pass through a section covered by the expedition of naturalist scientist Charles Darwin in 1832. After crossing the mountain, we will follow a dirt road, arrive at Praia de Itaipuaçu. After ride on the beach, we stop for lunch and return to the Ranch.
Overnight at the Camboinhas Beach Pousada Hotel.
Day 3: After breakfast head to the Ranch and start riding towards the beach. After ride on the beach, we stop for snacks and lunch, and return to the Ranch.
Overnight at the Camboinhas Beach Pousada hotel.
Day 4: After breakfast, transfer (2h 30m) to the Pao Grande farm in Paty Alferes, in the heart of the old Vale do Café, a mountainous region in the state of Rio de Janeiro, with beautiful landscapes and many stories of Brazil. A journey through time is part of the experience of staying at one of the most extraordinary Brazilian rural properties. In the afternoon we can do a short ride and visit the Pao Grande horse stud farm, which with more than 250 horses (many of them has won several awards).
Overnight at Pao Grande farm in Paty Alferes.
Day 5 & 6: During the next 2 days we will ride for about 4 hours a day, passing through the eucalyptus plantation at Fazenda da Posse; by Vila Rica Farms; Our Aldeia Farm (Sucupira) where we will discover its agroforestry coffee plantation; Fazenda Santa Lúcia, where we cross forest and pasture areas where around 100 breeding mares of Haras Pao Grande cattle live and we will see a lot of Nellore (Brahman) cattle in the pastures (the farm has around 1000 of them) and the Remonta Instruction Field – Avelar of the Brazilian Army.
Overnight at Pao Grande farm in Paty Alferes.
Day 7: Departure after breakfast.
Note - the itinerary maybe changed depending on weather conditions and in accordance with the prevailing conditions by the organizing team.
Meeting:
Rio de Janeiro
Airport:
Rio de Janeiro
Transfer:
Rio de Janeiro
Distance:
115km / 71.4 miles
Pick-up/ drop-off is available from Rio de Janeiro–Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) at anytime of the day. Check-out after breakfast on the last day.
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Tack:
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Australian
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Horses:
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Peruvian Paso
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Pace:
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Moderate, trots and canters
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Walk |
Trot |
Canter |
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Level:
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(2.5
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3.5
out of 5) Intermediate
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Weight:
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Max
100 kg
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Riders:
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Min
6 riders
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Max
10 riders
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Ride on the coast of Niteroi - Rio de Janeiro is justly famous for its stellar scenery. But not many international tourists bother to view it from the perspective across the bay. Which is a shame. Only 13 kilometers separate the wonderful city of Rio de Janeiro from beauties of Niterói.
Ride on the highlands of Paty Alferes
A bit of history:
The Portuguese royal family moved to Rio de Janeiro with the entire government structure of Portugal. Historians say that between 10,000 and 15,000 people embarked with the Portuguese royal family. British warships escorted the Portuguese ships safely to Brazil. (54 days of travel).
The Orleans and Braganca royal family has its origins in the English and French royal families and ruled Brazil between 1808 and 1889. The Monarchy of Portugal was the political regime that prevailed in Portugal between 1143 and 1910.
During the period they were in Brazil, many nobles built their summer palaces in the highlands near the capital. In one of the most beautiful of these Palaces is the farm that will host us for 3 nights. Today a breeding farm of Manga Larga Marchador (more than 200 horses), the property is not open to tourism and only receives a few private groups per year.
You will have the opportunity to explore the unique and picturesque setting of a famous stud farm. You will see behind the scenes of the stud farm's work.
The Horses – Mangalarga Marchador
The horses are one of the highlights of this ride - the Mangalarga Marchador breed had its origin in the best horses from the Lusitano Alter stud farm that the Portuguese court brought when the Portuguese royal family moved to Brazil in 1808 as result of the Napoleonic Period and the disagreement between France and Portugal over the Continental Blockade.
Trails in the highlands
Nossa Fazenda Vilarejo (Sucupira) – FNV has 180 hectares distributed in areas for the preservation of springs and coffee plantations. One of the few farms that still grows coffee in the region. With its eyes focused on the production of special coffee, the Farm invests in the syntropy model, to establish the bases for its planting in an Agroforestry format, associating the cultivation of typical forest species, such as life cycle trees, in the same management area , along with agricultural crops. They use all available technology to reproduce the perfect functioning of ecosystems, recovering water, forests and soil – a synthesis of nature itself.
Agroflorestal Cafezal: The farm invested in the implementation of thought-out and planned “vegetable gardens”. In addition to the coffee seedlings, many native and fruit trees were planted such as Avocado, Mango, Mangostim, Bananeira, Jamelão, Mutamba and many other species. “We discovered that agroforestry coffee is very special, as it restores the original conditions of coffee cultivation, which is a plant native to African forests. The shade of the trees allows the fruit to develop its full sweet flavor, without burning prematurely under the strong sun.” Our lunch that day will be at the Fazenda's Cafearia, where we will learn about the products selected by the Fazenda and learn about their processes.
Remount of the Brazilian Army – Avelar Instruction Camp - The word coudelaria comes from captain, or more precisely from coudel, which means Cavalry Captain. The term was created in Portuguese lands to designate the head of an establishment where horses of different breeds were bred. One of the best-known stud farms in Rio de Janeiro was installed in the Avelar neighborhood, in Paty do Alferes. The organizations created as Military Remontas comprised Specialized Veterinary Sections directly linked to the Supply Directorate involved with all Military Organizations of the Army that administered an approved animal force ready for use in the country's various security activities. The Avelar Stud Farm was deactivated in 1974.
Passport and Visa Requirements:
Passports valid for at least six months from date of entry required by all nationals referred to in the chart.Passport NoteAll non-Brazillian nationals under 18 years of age, when not accompanied by b. more
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Camboinhas Beach Pousada
Located less than 50 meters from the beach, the Camboinhas Beach Pousada offers its guests all the comfort combined with the tranquility of a family atmosphere on the beachfront inn.
Fazenda Pao Grande
In the main house of the farm, built in 1800, with many materials imported from Portugal and France. In the 1980’s it underwent restoration, maintaining the initial design, preserving as much as possible the details of the furniture, objects and carpets from the 19th century. The bathrooms continue with the same structure and decoration from the colonial era. Spacious halls and bedrooms feature a collection of period furniture, rugs and rare crockery, among other pieces with great significance.
Every little part of the house tells a story. Several important personalities have passed through it over the years; the most illustrious of them was Princess Isabel in 1883. Auguste Sanit-Hilaire, a French naturalist, visiting the Farm, said: “After three days of travel, we arrived at the most important sugar mill I have seen in Brazil.”
This trip
can accommodate special dietary requests.
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Tack:
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Australian
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Horses:
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Peruvian Paso
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Pace:
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Moderate, trots and canters
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Walk |
Trot |
Canter |
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Level:
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(2.5
to
3.5
out of 5) Intermediate
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Weight:
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Max
100 kg
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Riders:
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Min
6 riders
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Max
10 riders
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Ride on the coast of Niteroi - Rio de Janeiro is justly famous for its stellar scenery. But not many international tourists bother to view it from the perspective across the bay. Which is a shame. Only 13 kilometers separate the wonderful city of Rio de Janeiro from beauties of Niterói.
Ride on the highlands of Paty Alferes
A bit of history:
The Portuguese royal family moved to Rio de Janeiro with the entire government structure of Portugal. Historians say that between 10,000 and 15,000 people embarked with the Portuguese royal family. British warships escorted the Portuguese ships safely to Brazil. (54 days of travel).
The Orleans and Braganca royal family has its origins in the English and French royal families and ruled Brazil between 1808 and 1889. The Monarchy of Portugal was the political regime that prevailed in Portugal between 1143 and 1910.
During the period they were in Brazil, many nobles built their summer palaces in the highlands near the capital. In one of the most beautiful of these Palaces is the farm that will host us for 3 nights. Today a breeding farm of Manga Larga Marchador (more than 200 horses), the property is not open to tourism and only receives a few private groups per year.
You will have the opportunity to explore the unique and picturesque setting of a famous stud farm. You will see behind the scenes of the stud farm's work.
The Horses – Mangalarga Marchador
The horses are one of the highlights of this ride - the Mangalarga Marchador breed had its origin in the best horses from the Lusitano Alter stud farm that the Portuguese court brought when the Portuguese royal family moved to Brazil in 1808 as result of the Napoleonic Period and the disagreement between France and Portugal over the Continental Blockade.
Trails in the highlands
Nossa Fazenda Vilarejo (Sucupira) – FNV has 180 hectares distributed in areas for the preservation of springs and coffee plantations. One of the few farms that still grows coffee in the region. With its eyes focused on the production of special coffee, the Farm invests in the syntropy model, to establish the bases for its planting in an Agroforestry format, associating the cultivation of typical forest species, such as life cycle trees, in the same management area , along with agricultural crops. They use all available technology to reproduce the perfect functioning of ecosystems, recovering water, forests and soil – a synthesis of nature itself.
Agroflorestal Cafezal: The farm invested in the implementation of thought-out and planned “vegetable gardens”. In addition to the coffee seedlings, many native and fruit trees were planted such as Avocado, Mango, Mangostim, Bananeira, Jamelão, Mutamba and many other species. “We discovered that agroforestry coffee is very special, as it restores the original conditions of coffee cultivation, which is a plant native to African forests. The shade of the trees allows the fruit to develop its full sweet flavor, without burning prematurely under the strong sun.” Our lunch that day will be at the Fazenda's Cafearia, where we will learn about the products selected by the Fazenda and learn about their processes.
Remount of the Brazilian Army – Avelar Instruction Camp - The word coudelaria comes from captain, or more precisely from coudel, which means Cavalry Captain. The term was created in Portuguese lands to designate the head of an establishment where horses of different breeds were bred. One of the best-known stud farms in Rio de Janeiro was installed in the Avelar neighborhood, in Paty do Alferes. The organizations created as Military Remontas comprised Specialized Veterinary Sections directly linked to the Supply Directorate involved with all Military Organizations of the Army that administered an approved animal force ready for use in the country's various security activities. The Avelar Stud Farm was deactivated in 1974.
Passports
Passports valid for at least six months from date of entry required by all nationals referred to in the chart.
Passport Note
All non-Brazillian nationals under 18 years of age, when not accompanied by both parents, must have a birth certificate (an original or authenticated photocopy). This must be in English, French, Portuguese or Spanish, otherwise an official translation must be presented as well. When travelling alone or with one parent, a declaration from the absent parent(s) must be presented authorising the journey and giving the name and address of the person in Brazil who will be responsible for the minor. In the case of divorced or deceased parents, papers attesting to full custody must be presented.
All travellers must be in possession of onward or return tickets and sufficient funds to cover their stay.
Visas
Required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except the following:
(a) 1. nationals of EU countries (except nationals of Cyprus, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Malta who do require a visa) for touristic and business stays of up to 90 days;
(b) transit passengers continuing their journey to a third country by the same or first connecting flight, provided holding onward documentation and not leaving the airport.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).
Types of Visa and Cost
Tourist: cost varies according to nationality. Generally, it is around £30. Other prices, based on reciprocity, are £28 (for nationals of Australia); £52 (for nationals of Canada); free, but £104 processing fee (for nationals of the USA). British citizens requiring visas with a validity over 180 days will be subject to a processing fee of £124. Business and Transit: cost varies according to nationality; contact the consulate for details.
Validity
Normally 90 days from date of issue, although this is at the discretion of Brazilian immigration officials. Tourist visas can be used for multiple entry within the period of validity. Tourist visas can be extended up to a further 90 days, provided the application is made at least two weeks before the expiration of the visa. Nationals should apply in Brazil to the federal police; this must be done before the visa expires or nationals risk deportation.
Note: Some Brazilian immigration officials have been restricting single male tourists aged 25-50 to stays of up to 30 days, particularly in the north east region, in an effort to combat sex tourism.
Applications to:
Consulate (or consular section at the embassy); see Contact Addresses. Applications made through travel agents or by post are subject to a fee of £8.
Working Days Required
Depends on nationality. Up to three days for applications made in person and 10 days for applications made by a third party. Additional time is required to process applications made by post.
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Yes |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
| Other EU |
Yes |
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| British |
No |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
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1 |
| Return Ticket Required? |
| British |
Yes |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
| Other EU |
Yes |
ENTRY / EXIT REQUIREMENTS FOR U.S. CITIZENS: Brazil requires U.S. citizens to carry a valid U.S. passport and visa when traveling to Brazil for any purpose. You must obtain your Brazilian visa in advance from the Brazilian Embassy or Consulate nearest to your place of residence in the United States. There are no "airport visas" and immigration authorities will refuse entry into Brazil to anyone not possessing a valid visa. The U.S. government cannot assist you if you arrive in Brazil without proper documentation.
Travelers under 18 years of age and their parents should carefully review the visa application requirements. The adjudicating official at the Brazilian Embassy or Consulate may require a birth certificate and notarized travel authorization to issue a visa to a minor.
Visit the web site of the Brazilian Embassy in Washington, D.C. for the most current visa information.
U.S. citizens and other foreign travelers must fill out a small immigration form on arrival that will be stamped and handed back by immigration officials at the airport. It is important to retain this form to hand back to immigration officials upon exit from the country. According to the Brazilian Embassy’s website, visitors who lose this form will have to get clearance from the Brazilian Federal Police to leave the country and may have to pay a fine.
Remember that while in Brazil, you are subject to local law. Showing contempt to a Brazilian government official at the port of entry, or elsewhere, is a serious offense.
Additionally, if you have recently visited certain countries, including most other Latin American countries, you may be required to present an inoculation card indicating you had a yellow fever inoculation or you may not be allowed to board the plane or enter the country. Check with the Brazilian Embassy for more information.
The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for visitors to or foreign residents of Brazil.
For current entry and customs requirements for Brazil, travelers may contact the Brazilian Embassy, which is temporarily located at 1025 Thomas Jefferson St., NW, Suite 300 W (3rd floor), Washington, D.C. 20007-5250, Phone: (202) 238-2805. Travelers may also contact the Brazilian Consulates in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Hartford, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, and San Francisco. Addresses, phone numbers, web and e-mail addresses, and jurisdictions of these consulates may be found at the Brazilian Embassy website.
Special Entry/Exit Requirements for Dual Nationals: U.S. citizens who also have Brazilian nationality cannot be issued Brazilian visas and must obtain a Brazilian passport from the Brazilian Embassy or Consulate nearest to their place of residence to enter and depart Brazil. In addition to being subject to all Brazilian laws affecting U.S. citizens, dual nationals may also be subject to other laws that impose special obligations on Brazilian citizens. Information about dual nationality can be found on our website.
Special Entry/Exit Requirements for Minors: Brazilian minors age 17 years and under, including minors who have both Brazilian and U.S. citizenship, are subject to strict exit requirements. Brazilian minors departing Brazil, if not accompanied by both parents, must prove that both parents authorized the departure. If accompanied by only one parent, the minor must have a notarized letter from the other parent indicating permission to depart the country, a court order proving that the accompanying parent has sole custody, or a Brazilian court order authorizing the child’s departure. If accompanied by neither parent, the minor must have a notarized letter from both parents authorizing departure, or a Brazilian court order authorizing the same. There are no exceptions, even if the child remained in Brazil only a short time. The authorization must be notarized by a Brazilian notary to be considered valid by the Brazilian authorities. If prepared in the United States, the authorization must be in Portuguese or accompanied by an official translation into Portuguese, and must be notarized by either the Brazilian Embassy or a Brazilian Consulate, or notarized by a U.S. notary public and then authenticated at the Brazilian Embassy or Consulate. Prior to departing the United States, parents traveling to Brazil with children who are Brazilian nationals may wish to obtain an authorization for each parent to return with the children to the United States without the other parent, just in case. Note that children adopted from Brazil are still considered Brazilian citizens and must be documented as such should they return to Brazil.
Minors age 17 years and under who are not Brazilian nationals are not technically subject to the same strict travel requirements as Brazilian minors. However, there have been cases where the travel of non-Brazilian minors has been delayed or prevented when accompanied by only one parent or a third party. To avoid potential difficulties, parents of non-Brazilian minors may want to follow the procedures above if their children will be traveling to Brazil accompanied by only one parent or by a third party.
Parents contemplating separation or divorce should resolve custody matters before leaving the country. Pursuant to the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction, to which both Brazil and the United States are party, custody will ultimately be decided by a court in the country where the child is a habitual resident. Information about the prevention of international child abduction can be found on our website. The State Department hotline for Child Abduction Prevention during regular business hours is: (202) 663-3330 and after hours: (888) 407-4747.
For further information about customs regulations, please read our customs information page.
This information is not being updated on a regular basis. Hidden Trails does not
take any responsibility for the accuracy of the above information. Please, consult
the embassy or consulate for updated info.
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Beach and Rainforest Ride
Tour Code:
IT-BRRT12B
7 days /
6 nights
Dates :
April to October (exc. July)
Difficulty :
Riding Level Explained | A | Beginner
 | Beginner A rider who has limited experience, is unable to post the trot and does not canter. | | B | Novice
 | Novice A rider who is capable of mounting and dismounting unassisted, capable of
applying basic aids, comfortable and in control at the walk, moderate length posting
trots, and short canters. | | C | Intermediate
 | Intermediate A rider who has a firm seat, is confident and in control at all paces
(including posting trots, two point canters and gallops), but does not ride regularly. |
| D | Strong Intermediate
 | Strong Intermediate An intermediate rider who is currently riding regularly and is comfortable in the saddle for at least 6 hours per day. | | E | Advanced
 | All of the above, plus an independent seat, soft hands, and capable of handlinga spirited horse in open country. |
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