Horse Riding · SPAIN
This is the shortlist you would send a friend who has never been up: 10 mountain and valley horse rides in Spain worth the money, each with its price, its rider verdict and the one thing to check before you commit.
Ride Andalusian horses through Mallorca’s Randa Valley with expert guides, mountain views, grooming, trotting options, and small groups.
“Expert riding instructors, beautiful well schooled horses and a lovely relaxing hack out in the countryside. There were opportunities to trot and canter if you wanted to.”
Ride calm horses through Villajoyosa’s mountains, with Mediterranean views, friendly guides, and useful tips for beginners near Benidorm.
“Fantastic stables and guide really helpful with taxi service for way back.”
Ride through Málaga’s Guadalhorce Valley on a gentle 90-minute horse tour with expert guides, mountain views, citrus groves, and a farm visit.
“Complete satisfaction! A beautiful family-owned horse farm with a great atmosphere. The price also includes a stable tour. The horses are well-trained, so the ride is no problem even for beginners. Everyone is very kind and helpful, and the ride through the valley is an unforgettable experience! Highly recommended!”
Review of Malaga’s one-hour horseback ride through the Guadalhorce Valley, with calm horses, small groups, rural views, and practical tips.
“We had a wonderful and competent guide - sorry, I just don't know how to write your name :-) It was my first time on a horse, but our guide explained everything very well, and helped us, so we felt absolutely relaxed and in good hands. The Horses have been relaxed and well behaved too :-) You get some nice views overlooking Malaga City and the sea, while riding on an easy, but not boring path. I also like that they do the tour, even when in our case we have just been two guests, what made it more of a private trip :-) We had a little problem with…”
Ride through Villajoyosa’s mountains near Benidorm, with Mediterranean views, friendly horses, small groups, and practical tips before booking.
“Atrakcją bardzo fajna, niedroga, piękna trasa i widoki. Raczej nie dla ludzi jadących pierwszy raz i małych dzieci, wymaga nieco samodzielności i wiedzy”
Review of a two-hour horseback tour near Telde, with mountain views, caves, small groups, gear, safety notes, and practical booking advice.
“Goed contact met de begeleider over hoe dag zou verlopen. Hele lieve paarden. Goede instructies bij ongemakken op de route. Hele leuke manege.”
Ride gentle horses beneath Montserrat with a small group, clear instruction, sunset views, and a relaxed two-hour outing from Barcelona.
“It was a wonderful experience! We received a warm welcome. Laura, our guide, explained everything clearly. The horses were super well-behaved! It was a lovely, relaxing ride against the impressive backdrop of Montserrat!”
Ride Andalusian horses through Mallorca’s Randa valleys, vineyards, and monastery country with instruction, photos, and a small group.
“Horses very polite, trail was beautiful and staff very helpful! Grooming the horses before the ride really helped us get back into working with the horse as I hadnt ridden in a while. Would definitely go again!”
Ride Andalusian horses along Tarifa’s beach or pine-covered mountains in a small group, with guides, helmets, wildlife views, and flexible cancellation.
“What an amazing experience! My wife & I had a really fun ride on the beach in the morning. The 2 dogs was a plus!😂. Having experience, we had a fun ride.”
Ride through the Peñas de Aya near San Sebastian, then enjoy a traditional Spanish lunch on this small-group horse-riding tour.
“Super friendly guide, spoke english very good, nice horses and a beautiful area! We also had a super lunch afterwards! Even if it rains it is worth a trip!”
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