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Horseback riding trip in Andalusia. A special program, designed for those who wish to do less than a full week ride, and possibly extend your stay to visit Andalusia: Granada, Seville, Almeria, Cordoba ...
The Cabo de Gata Park is located in the south-east of Spain in the far south-east of Andalusia, in the Gulf of Almeria. The Cabo de Gata Park is one of the jewels of Andalusia, Spain and the Mediterranean, it is probably one of the few spaces of the Mediterranean coast that has remained wild. Since 1997, the park has been declared a "biosphere reserve" by UNESCO for its ecological wealth. "Where the sun passes the winter": with approximately 2965 hours of sunshine, we can say that it is in this region of Andalusia that the sun passes the winter, with mild temperatures all year round. Small coves with crystal clear waters, ancient volcanoes converted into red lava mountains give the image of the Sierra de Gata, a lunar desert. Oasis of palm trees and small white fishing villages, remind us of the invasions of pirates. Here were shot famous adventure movies like Indiana Jones, Lawrence of Arabia, A fistful of Dollars.
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HORSE RIDING TRIP IN ANDALUSIA
INDICATIVE ITINERARY *
Day 1: Meeting for your horseback riding in Andalusia. Transfer from Almeria airport or bus station to the equestrian center. Presentation of the ride. Dinner. Night in hotel in San José.
Day 2: SAN JOSÉ - GENOVAES BEACH - MONSUL BEACH - SAN JOSÉ.
Genoveses, Monsul, Media Luna, and the Arrecife de las Sirenas (the mermaid reef) are undoubtedly the last wild Mediterranean beaches. With their white sand dunes, they served as film sets such as Indiana Jones, Lawrence of Arabia, "A fistful of Dollars". Picnic at the foot of the cortijo "el romeral", one of the typical facilities that used to be housing for farmers in the area. In the afternoon, you will ride up by the valley "del tesorillo". About 5 hours riding. Dinner. Night in hotel.
Day 3: SAN JOSÉ> RODALQUILAR
North of the park are the mountains of the Sierra de Gata, which have preserved the boilers of the ancient volcanoes, surrounded by a lunar landscape and villages like "Los Albaricoques" where were shot several famous westerns: "For a handful of dolars "," The Good, the Bad and the Ugly ", etc ... The streets names are:" Clint Eastwood "," Sergio Leones "... Lunch in one of the most special sites of the park," el cortijo del Fraile " , where took place the events that inspired Federico Garcia for his work "Bodas de Sangre" (Blood Wedding). About 5.30 hours on horseback. Pace of the day: today the pace is a little slower because of the volcanic terrain. Despite this, you will enjoy the sandy "ramblas" to enjoy 2 gallops in the morning and 2 gallops in the afternoon. Dinner with grilled fish at the seaside in a local restaurant. Night in hotel.
Day 4: RODALQUILAR > LA ISLETA DEL MORO > SAN JOSÉ
You will leave Rodalquilar by a large path that borders the whole coast. These trails were once used to monitor the coast in case of pirate attack, which explains the presence of small castles and vigilance towers. Picnic on the beach of Escullos. About 5-5.30 horseback. Dinner. Night in Hotel.
Day 5 : End of your horseback ride in Andalusia and transfer to Almeria airport after breakfast.
* Indicative itinerary, may be subject to change in case of need.
MEETING:
Day 1 afternoon at 7 pm Almeria airport, or directly at your hotel in San Jose.
DEPARTURE:
Day 5 morning after breakfast. At 9 am, departure of the transfer to Almeria airport, arrival at about 11 am.
TRANSFERS:
Almeria airport: 60 to 65 € / car/ way
Almeria center: 65 to 70 € / car/ way
Malaga airport: 220 € to 270 € / car/ way
Granada airport: 220 € to 270 € / car/ way
Transfers are payable locally cash or by card.
BUSES:
From Malaga airport (terminal 3) or from Granada bus station, you can take a bus to Almeria
See websites: www.busbud.com, www.alsa.es, www.omio.com.
CAR RENTAL:
We recommend car rental, particularly cheap in Spain (from 30 € per week), on the site www.autoeurope.fr if you do not arrive in Almeria: flights are often cheaper to Malaga with many lowcost companies. About 4 hour drive from Malaga, 2 hours 30 from Granada.
RIDING LEVEL: 
You must be able to walk, trot, canter and galop outdoor on open spaces.
GUIDE:
Professional licensed guide. The guide speaks Spanish, French and English.
HORSES:
Mixed Spanish and Arabian horses, well balanced, trail rides professionals.
TACK:
English and trail ride saddles.
ACCOMMODATION: 
In comfortable hotels.
MEALS:
Dinners are taken in hotels or local restaurants. At noon, an assistant prepares nice buffets, some meals may be taken in a local restaurant.
INDICATIVE ACCOMMODATION (depending on availabilities):
Nights 1 & 2 :
Hotel Cortijo El Sotillo
Or :
Hotel Doña Paquita
Night 3 :
Hotel Oro y Luz
Or :
Hotel Naturaleza
Night 4 : Le Hotel Cortijo El Sotillo
2025 PRICE / PER PERSON:
Price calculated for a minimum of 3 riders. A departure can be guaranteed with supplement from 2 riders: contact us.
Low season:
1125 € in 2 person bedrooms
Single beroom supplement *: 140 €
Middle season:
1160 € in 2 person bedrooms
Single beroom supplement *: 170 €
High season:
1251 € in 2 person bedrooms
Single beroom supplement *: 260 €
All dates:
Departure with 2-3 riders: contact us
Almeria airport: 60 to 65 € / car/ way
Almeria center: 65 to 70 € / car/ way
Malaga airport: 220 € to 270 € / car/ way
Granada airport: 220 € to 270 € / car/ way
Transfers are payable locally cash or by card.
Booking fees: 15 €
THE PRICE INCLUDES:
Horse and tack rental, guide, assistant, accommodation, all meals, 1 drink during meals, transfers from/to Almeria (2024), luggage transfers, financial bond for your payments by our travel agent guarantee.
THE PRICE DOESN'T INCLUDE:
Individual insurance, additionnal drinks and drinks out of meals, hot drinks, visits, tips, all that is not indicated in "The price includes".
INSURANCE:
A civil liability and travel insurance (assistance/repatriation) is compulsory. A cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.
A payment by credit card can make you benefit from its possible insurance (check your contract).
We offer to Europe Union, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Norway residents: the Chapka insurances.
Cap Security: full insurance with cancellation. Cap Cancellation: cancellation only.
See prices & information
FLIGHTS:
Flights are not included because it is more interesting to book directly your ticket: a transport package included is generally more expensive with agency commissions. However, we are at your disposal to help you find the best prices or to offer you a flight included package on request.
Main organizer, Manolo: warm and available . Carine our guide. Colorful character, extremely friendly, never short of anecdotes and information. Thanks to Julian for providing support for equipment and meals !
Mali. Sweet mare and pleasant character. Aging upholstery, however full equipment was available.
Hotel Doña Pakyta is very nice. Vast. The staff is very kind. The second hotel (Oro y Luz) did us no good for a last minute hot water issue.
Cap Rando is a great organization ! We had to make a phone call to find out and join the ride. Didier listens and responds instantly.
Main organizer, Manolo: warm and available . Carine our guide. Colorful character, extremely friendly, never short of anecdotes and information. Thanks to Julian for providing support for equipment and meals !
Mali. Sweet mare and pleasant character. Aging upholstery, however full equipment was available.
Hotel Doña Pakyta is very nice. Vast. The staff is very kind. The second hotel (Oro y Luz) did us no good for a last minute hot water issue.
Cap Rando is a great organization ! We had to make a phone call to find out and join the ride. Didier listens and responds instantly.
« The guide is extremely kind and available to share his passion with us. Horses on top ! My mare (Habana) was very attentive, it is a real pleasure to ride a horse in these conditions. We feel that the horses are very well treated, and very well trained to be comfortable on all the paths taken. Very good saddlery, saddle bags at the front and back of the saddles to be able to take small stuff with us all day. Very good hotels, the rooms are very spacious. The restaurants in each of the hotels were also very good.
In summary: Excellent ride with a perfectly trained and comfortable cavalry. The guide is very pleasant, speaking French, English and Spanish to adapt to the needs of the group, and willingly sharing his knowledge of the surroundings but also of course the horses. Everything is perfectly organized so that you only have to worry about enjoying the horses, the landscapes and eating local ! I highly recommend.
Cap Rando services: Excellent relationship with Didier, very responsive to respond to all my requests. »