ESCORTED TOURS
The worry-free way to travel.

Join Danni Mann on this fabulous adventure across Costa Rica, visiting the magical cloud forests of Monteverde and the spectacular (and live!) Arenal Volcano whilst not forgetting the miles and miles of pristine beaches along the Pacific coast. Swim with your horse in the sea, visit the Costa Rican wildlife reserve and stroke sloths and monkeys, gallop through the surf and bathe in the stunning waterfalls. FULL

Kyrgystan: Tien Shan Valleys
24 August - 1 September 2012

Gemma Johnson
The Tien Shan mountains are the most distant, unknown and captivating, in central Asia - a boundless expanse of peaks, many of which have never been explored. The immense fertile and virtually unknown valleys are populated only by flocks of sheep and nomadic shepherds on horseback. Make a list of everything you expect from a great trip – beautiful landscapes, exotic culture, companionship – they’re all here in this camping trail though the hidden valleys and lush meadows of the Tien-Shan mountains. Flight inclusive price £1,689

Madagascar Trail
5 - 15 October 2012

David LO Smith
We ride through one of the most unknown and beautiful parts of Madagascar on this trail: through volcanic regions with crater lakes, hot springs, waterfalls and traditional villages and across the savannah to the remote geographical centre of Madagascar. Riding good quality local horses, descended from racehorses bred by the royal family for centuries, we are immersed into the little known culture of Madagascar. This is a pioneering trip and many inhabitants of the villages en route have never or rarely encountered non Malagasy or horses. FULL

Chile: Atacama Desert Trail
27 October - 10 November 2012

Gemma Johnson
In the rain shadow of the Andes Mountains we find the driest desert and most dramatic landscapes on earth made up of salt basins (salares), hotsprings, sand and lava flows. We ride for 10 days following saline river systems, encountering pre Inca (Atacameno) civilizations an an amazing amount of wildlife, always in the shadow of snow capped volcanoes in this remote corner of the Atacama near Bolivia, Argentina and Chile. We finish in San Pedro de Atacama. A once in a lifetime adventure. Flight inclusive price £3,235

Cuba: Tabaqueros Trail
25 November - 3 December 2012

Rachel Presnail
Cuba is not limited to its revolutionary history and offers a unique cultural and natural heritage that is welcoming and generous to visitors.We set off on horseback to Pinar del Río, the westernmost and certainly one of the most beautiful provinces of Cuba. Within these valleys grow the tobacco leaves used to produce the Habanos, the finest cigars in the world. The lush and tropical vegetation in the "garden of Cuba" is also home to the stunning mountainous landscapes of Viñales and Mil Cumbres with its 'mogotes' - a rare geological feature and Unseco designated World Heritage Site. No trip to Cuba would be complete without a visit to Havana to admire its colonial architectural treasures. Spain and Africa have combined here to form a wonderful blend of culture. A culture spiced with music, dancing and mojitos! Flight inclusive price £2,519

Argentina/Chile: Andes Crossing
10 - 19 February 2013

Gemma Johnson
On this historic trip we cross the Andes on horseback following the route taken by San Martín in 1817 to free the people of Chile. This wilderness is flanked by the highest mountains in America, Mount Aconcagua (20 900ft.) and Mount Mercedario (20 700 ft.), uninhabited places, accesible only on horseback, where huge herds of guanacos roam and the Andean condors nest. This is a classic traverse and a "must do" ride for all serious adventure riders.

South Africa: Gold Fever and Wild Coast
17 - 30 May 2013

Danni Wittman
Led by our South Africa expert, Danni Wittman, this off the beaten track itinerary encompases the bushveld (including Kruger Park) for game viewing and some of the beach riding in South Africa on the aptly named Wild Coast. Join the locals in the know when you explore "Jock of the Bushveld" territory, see the Big 5 in the Kruger Park and immerse yourself in the Xhosa culture in Nelson Mandela's birthplace on this diverse itinerary.

Canada: Rocky Mountain Pack Trip
14 - 24 July 2013

Lucy Montgomery
In the west of Canada lie the Rocky Mountains, immense and unpopulated with towering views. On this camping trip all our gear is carried on pack horses. We stop in unspoilt locations surrounded by vast nature as the first explorers of this country did, enjoying food made on camp fires and working together in an awe-inspiring but demanding land. Get into the real back-country, relax and recharge your batteries in the splendour of nature, learn more about western riding, and enjoy the companionship of horses. For all levels of rider.

Madagascar Trail
20 - 30 September 2013

David LO Smith
We ride through one of the most unknown and beautiful parts of Madagascar on this trail: through volcanic regions with crater lakes, hot springs, waterfalls and traditional villages and across the savannah to the remote geographical centre of Madagascar. Riding good quality local horses, descended from racehorses bred by the royal family for centuries, we are immersed into the little known culture of Madagascar. This is a pioneering trip and many inhabitants of the villages en route have never or rarely encountered non Malagasy or horses.

India: Pushkar Fair
2 - 15 November 2013

Wendy Hofstee
Mounted on Marwari horses, forward going, quick and kind, ideally adapted to the desert sand of Rajasthan we ride for seven days through the deserts and villages to the mountain fort of Kumbalgarh. En route we stay in historical forts and old palaces (sometimes grand, sometimes modest) as well as fully serviced camp sites. We end at the Hotel Lake Pichola Palace in Udaipur to relax and shop. We visit all important sights en route and have many opportunities to visit villages while riding. All in all a perfect balance between culture and riding for intermediate riders onwards.