Tarifa Beaches Ride Southern Spain Spain Enjoy a horseback holiday along the beaches, dunes, mountains and wonderfull views of southern Andalusia! During this stationary riding holiday, we will discover the Parque Natural Del Estrecho de Gibraltar, with its beautiful beaches, valleys and small fishermen towns. This program is ideal for intermediate riders who want to gain more trail experience. It is also a perfect program for those who want to do short rides and have some time to relax at the same time. Family Vacation Center-based ride Meeting: Los Barrios Airport: Malaga Transfer: Malaga Airport Riders: Min 4 riders Max 10 riders Trip Brochure (PDF) Trip Rating

Packages and Options

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Rates Note:

Discounts might be possible for groups of 4+ riders

Transfer and Other Charges:

We recommend renting a car to explore the surrounding area and have more restaurant options for lunch and dinner.
Pick-up/ drop-off are available from Malaga Airport or Algeciras train station. Pick-up on Day 1 can is scheduled for earlier than 6pm. On the last day, you will be dropped off at the airport after 7am.
Transfers are also available from Malaga bus or train station at no extra cost.

Sample Itinerary - subject to changes

Day 1: Arrival
We will pick you up from Malaga airport (or Algeciras train station) and transfer you to your accommodation. We will then match horses with rider based on various criteria such as height and riding experience.
Meals included: None
Overnight at Hotel in Tarifa city center

Day 2: Dunes of Punta Paloma
Today, we ride from Punta Paloma through a pine forest along the Atlantic coast and we will enjoy splendid views on the African continent. We will have a lot of fun riding the beaches of Tarifa.
Riding approx. 4 hours
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight at Hotel in Tarifa city center

Day 3: Towers of Hércules
Our ride for the day follows what could be considered the southernmost route of the Iberian Peninsula. It runs parallel to the coast through an old livestock route. The whole route offers a splendid view over the Strait, Morocco, and the colony of Gibraltar, with the pillar of Hercules and the Djebel Musa, forever standing on the other side.
The Djebel Musa was a mythological element in the strait of Gibraltar. It was the boundary of the Greek World until, according to Greek historian Herodotus, Colomo Satos went through, back in 7th century BC.
Riding approx. 6 hours
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Hotel near Tarifa

Day 4: From Mountain to Sea
Today, we will go to the foot of the mountains, where we will get to learn more about the life of the locals and the native animals of the area.
Riding approx. 3.5-4 hours
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight at Hotel near Tarifa

Day 5: Real Tesoro Ride
Our tracks go through through the Sierra, allowing us to enjoy unbeatable views of the Strait of Gibraltar, and if visibility is good, of the entire North-African coast…Passing through a wind farm, we will descend through a beautiful pine forest with magnificent views of the Ojén Valley.
Riding approx. 4 hours
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight at Hotel near Tarifa

Day 6: Los Lances Ride
Today, we go on a circular ride through the natural setting of the lances, with splendid views of the far mountains of Africa.
We will cross rivers and ride on a beautiful white sand beach.
Riding approx. 3 hours
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight at Hotel near Tarifa

Day 7: Departure
We will transfer you back to the airport after breakfast.
Meals included: Breakfast


Non Riders
Non-riding companions are welcome to join this trip. It is best to have a car in order to do some sightseeing while the rest of the group explores on horseback.

                                                Tarifa area

Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Average High Temperature (°F)	60	60	62	64	67	72	76	77	74	70	65	61
Average Low Temperature (°F)	52	52	54	55	59	64	67	69	66	62	57	54
Average High Temperature (°C)	16	15	17	18	20	22	24	25	23	21	18	16
Average Low Temperature (°C)	11	11	12	13	15	18	20	20	19	17	14	12
Average Precipitation (days of rain)	7	7	6	6	3	1	0	0	1	5	7	8

Source: NOAA


Seasons
Andalusia benefits from a Mediterranean climate with mild winters and warm summers.
Rainfalls are not common in this region as the sun shines on average 300 days a year. Most of the rain falls during the winter months, but it very rarely rains for a long time.

This list is only a guideline for you

Travel documents and Voucher

Flight tickets

Passport

Visa (check with your consulate)

RIDING GEAR

Riding pants or Jodhpurs (used if possible!)

Riding boots + Minichaps

Riding helmet

Riding gloves

Hat (with chin strip) for sun protection

Rain coat/Wax jacket

PERSONAL CLOTHING

Jacket or sweater for cool evenings

Comfortable T-Shirts/Shirts

Jeans

Shorts

Underwear and socks

Pyjama

Bag for dirty clothes

Light summer jacket

Warm jacket

Comfortable shoes/sneakers

Swimsuit

Bandana

ADDITIONAL THINGS TO BRING

Personal Toiletries

Insect protection

Personal medications

Sore cream (for the emergency)

Sewing kit

Handkerchiefs

Adapter for electric appliances

Camera and enough extra films

Belt pack

Water bottle

Sun glasses with strap

Sun cream and lip balm

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Accommodations
This is a stationary ride, so nights will be spent at the same location.

Description
This lovely beach hotel offers simple and comfortable guestrooms, all equipped with private facilities, air conditioning, heating, a TV, free Wi-Fi and a phone.
There is a small garden with an outdoor pool where guests can relax in the evening.

Room Occupancy
In case we do not find you a roommate, single supplement fees apply.


Meals
All breakfasts are included, as well as 1 lunch during the full day ride and dinners during the last four days of the program.

Dietary Restrictions
We can cater to dietary restrictions given prior notice.

This trip can accommodate special dietary requests.

Tack:		English
Horses:		Andalusian and Arab-Andalusian mix
Pace:		Approx. 4 hours in the saddle per riding day | Walk | Trot | Canter |
Level:		(2.5 out of 5)    Low Intermediate
Age:		Min 13
Weight:		Max 200 lbs / 90 kg
Riders:		Min 4 riders	Max 10 riders

Passports

Passport valid for at least three months beyond length of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart except:

(a) 1. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card.

Note: EU nationals are only required to produce evidence of their EU nationality and identity in order to be admitted to any EU Member State. This evidence can take the form of a valid national passport or national identity card. Either is acceptable. Passports held by EU nationals need only be valid upon entry to and exit from Spain. Possession of a return ticket, any length of validity on their document, sufficient funds for the length of their proposed visit should not be imposed.

Passport Note

Spain is a signatory to the 1995 Schengen Agreement.



Visas

Not required by nationals of EU countries regardless of purpose and/or length of stay; 2. not required by nationals of other countries referred to in the chart above for stays of up to 90 days.

Visa Note

Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements 

 

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.