Experienced riders and beginners alike will find their match on our horseback riding tours
Choose between 4 different trails and set off in a small group with a maximum of eight participants and multiple guides on horseback. You’ll ride on white-sand dunes and through the salt flats of Sal, with the opportunity to continue along the Kite Beach and beyond.
Salt Flats Trail
An easy and gentle ride across the "Big Salt Flats of Santa Maria" where local people work everyday to satisfy the demand of salt for the whole archipelago. A horseback ride in incredible scenery which will take you back in time and give you the opportunity to learn more about the culture and history of Sal Island.
Kite Beach short Trail
Saddle up and clip clopping in convoy across the barren land of Sal island, you'll head down the beautiful Kite Beach.
Ride gently along the shore and make your horse hoofs wet before heading back to the stables.
A easy ride for all the family and all those beginner riders who do not want to miss the opportunity to ride along the golden sand beach taking great photos from a horseback.
Salt Flats and Kite Beach Trail
Start your trail with a gentle ride across the "Big Salt Flats of Santa Maria". Leaving the Salt Flats behind, you will head up to Kite Beach. An endless golden sand beach trek awaits where you will hear the roar of the waves and the most experienced riders will have the chance to gallop through the surf. Less experienced riders or those who just want to relax and enjoy the landscape, will ride along the shore at walking gait with the assistance of the guides. A fun trail suitable for all the family and one more tick in your "bucket list".
Salt Flats, Kite Beach and Sand Dunes Trail
Leave your tracks on the desert and you will arrive at the "Big Salt Flats of Santa Maria". Riding up a small hill where you will find an amazing view of the salt pans.
Leaving the Salt Flats behind, you will head up to Kite Beach where a great number of kite surfers fill up the sky with their colorful kites during the windy season. An endless golden sand beach trek awaits where you will hear the roar of the waves and the most experienced riders will have the chance to gallop through the surf. Less experienced riders or those who just want to relax and enjoy the landscape will ride along the shore at walking gait with the assistance of the guides. The beach ends up at the foot of the Serra Negra Natural Reserve and you will head back to the stables riding through flat land with green bushes and a small creek where it is common to meet cows, donkeys and endemic birds of Cape Verde.
A fun trail to discover the South Eastern part of the island suitable for all adventurous riders.
USEFULL INFORMATIONS
Helmets, round-trip hotel transport, included in the price.
Comprehensive safety briefing prior to the ride.
Private Rides available on request.
Price: From 50€ (1 Hour) - 90€ Private tour (1 Hour).
TO BOOK
Making a reservation is simple. You can booking directly on web site or by calling at +238 5898121.
Detailed Information: horseexcursionsal.com
DISCLAIMER: Many of the activities promoted by Ocean Suite are carried out by the agencies/partners listed on each card. The partners indicated have been selected based on the quality of the services offered and the professionalism of the individuals involved. Nevertheless, Ocean Suite is in no way responsible for the provision of services and therefore, rates, conditions, and any complaints must be directed to the relevant agency. The possibility of carrying out the activities depends on the availability calendar of the individual agencies.