Horseback riding in Andalusia in the Sierra Nevada. In the south of Andalusia, the Sierra Nevada rises above the Mediterranean: the highest massif in Spain, formed by a succession of domes and donkeys. From the height of 3,478 meters, on clear days, you can see from your horse, the African coast. Due to its isolation and altitude, the massif is the refuge of countless endemic plants adapted to its Mediterranean latitude. It includes 66 plant species as well as 80 animal species. The Sierra Nevada is classified as a biosphere reserve by the UNESCO. A large part of its territory has also been classified as a National Park for its natural resources.
Andalusia in the Sierra Nevada is a privileged destination for horseback riding, whether you ride on its steep southern slope overlooking the Mediterranean with many white villages, or on its southern slope, softer, with at its foot landscapes reminiscent of those of North Africa covered with fields of almond trees, olive trees and many orchards. Extend your horseback riding trip in Andalusia with a visit to Granada and its unmissable Alhambra ! The most prestigious witness of the Muslim presence in Andalusia from the 7th to the 15th century.
Do you want to enjoy horse riding in the great outdoors in a calm and relaxed way ? During your horse riding holiday in Andalusia in the Sierra Nevada, you can learn to ride a horse or improve your horse trekking skills. Ideal for families, couples or non-riders accompanying a rider. You can choose to stay at the Palacio de Oñate in the historic centre of Guadix or at the Hotel El Picón de Jerez in the small mountain town of Jerez del Marquesado. The lessons take place in Lugros, about 15 minutes by car from Guadix. We organise transfers (included in the programme) between the hotel and the horses every morning.
Gain the knowledge to understand your horse's "mentality", correct unwanted behaviours and teach him skills that will allow you to enjoy your relationship. "For many years, Manolo has trained his own horses to ensure his riders have a pleasant, reliable and friendly horse for horseback riding in Andalusia. Using gentle and non-aggressive methods. After discovering the Parelli method through Nadia Soleymanjo. You can choose to stay either at the Palacio de Oñate in the historic centre of Guadix or at the Hotel Picón de Sierra Nevada in the small town of Jerez del Marquesado in the Sierra Nevada Natural Park. The course takes place in Lugros, approximately 25 minutes drive from Guadix and approximately 15 minutes from Jerez del Marquesado. We organise transfers between the hotel…
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5 or 6 days - 4 or 5 nights - 3 or 4 days riding in Andalusia
Horseback trail ride in Andalusia between the Southern slopes of the Sierra Nevada and the Mediterranean, in the Alpujarras. This equestrian trip is offered over 4 or 6 days on horseback. The Alpujarras are marked by a succession of fertile valleys descending from Sierra Nevada to the Mediterranean. A wild region with a climate and Mediterranean vegetation, dotted with white villages, typical of Andalusia, with a strong historical past, the last Moors refuge in Andalusia.
On horseback in Andalusia: a horseback ride on the northern slopes of the Sierra Nevada: the gentler side of this superb mountain range in Southern Andalusia. A new program that is more cultural, more gastronomic, with beautiful canters on the gentle slopes and the immense plains of the north face of the Sierra Nevada. You discover the history of the Moors who remained in these lands after being expelled from Granada, and you walk through villages that have not changed in appearance since the Arab presence.
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8 days - 7 nights - 4 days 1/2 riding in Andalusia - 1 day 1/2 visits
A horse riding trip in Andalusia through the Sierra Nevada nature, discovering the Andalusian gastromy and history, the Andalusian equestrian culture. This ride in the Sierra Nevada Natural Park, allows you to discover a wide variety of landscapes, from the high mountains to the rich Mediterranean valleys. Seat of the meeting between Christians and Arabs, the region is known for the beauty of its white villages. The journey continues with a visit to the Alhambra in Granada, then the Cordoba Mosque, both listed as World Heritage Sites. The last two days are devoted to visiting Cordoba and its Royal Stables, with the possibility of attending an equestrian show around the Spanish Pure Bread horse. And to end this program, a ride through the landscapes of olive trees typical of…
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8 days - 7 nights - 5 days 1/2 riding in Andalusia
Horseback riding in Andalusia. A superb trip on horseback through the beautiful Sierra Nevada to the Tabernas desert. You will discover the wild beauty of the Southern slope of the Sierra Nevada with superb views of the Mediterranean, before reaching the desert of Tabernas where you will ride in the landscapes that have served as a backdrop for many famous westerns.
