Experience the adventure and luxury of a traditional safari holiday like never before with a horse riding safari from Unicorn Trails. Our team of experts can help you find the perfect equestrian safari to suit your preferences. There is nothing quite like exploring the African wilderness on horseback, immersing yourself completely in the natural environment. With our safari horse riding holidays, you will have the incredible opportunity to see wildlife up close, traverse stunning landscapes, and take in magnificent views. Indulge in the thrill of the ride as you gallop through the plains, discovering the true essence of Africa. Join us for an unforgettable adventure and a truly unique equestrian experience.
These safaris lead you off the beaten tourist track and into the heart of the wild, allowing you to avoid the crowds and really become part of the environment. You'll find yourself spending entire days riding without seeing another soul, apart from your small group of fellow riders. What's unique about horse riding safaris is that the horses themselves keep their senses tuned to wildlife, revealing many well camouflaged animals by looking in the direction of their ears. As horses drop their heads to graze, other grazing animals in the area relax too, allowing you to happily drift along with the animals, observing them in their natural habitat. The safari guides on our rides are the best in th
e business, knowing by the impression of a paw print or a battered looking tree that there is game in the area. So, whether you're a seasoned rider or a novice, our horse riding safari holidays offer an unforgettable opportunity to explore the wilds in a fresh and exciting way!
Experience the thrill of adventure and connect with nature in a way like never before with our unbeatable horseback safari holidays. You'll journey through breathtaking African landscapes and get up close and personal with some of the world's most beautiful wildlife. But this isn't your average tourist experience. With our expert guides leading the way, you'll venture off the beaten path and into the heart of the bush, where you'll experience the unspoiled wilderness of Kenya, Botswana, and South Africa like never before. Although, our horseback safaris don't just end in Africa. We also offer unforgettable journeys on horseback through the stunning countryside of Brazil. Our horseback riding safari tours are the perfect way to immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and explore all that the world has to offer.
But the experience isn't just about the adventure – the accommodation on our safaris is truly something special. Imagine waking up to the sun rising over the savannah, the sound of birds singing and wild animals calling in the distance. You step out onto your sun deck and take in the beauty of your surroundings, all while sipping on a cup of hot coffee and nibbling on a few biscuits. This is the experience you'll have on one of o
ur horseback riding safaris, where the accommodation is absolutely exceptional. We offer everything from luxurious eco-lodges to 5* canvas tents, each one offers comfort and convenience. Even on 'fly-camps' - a remote 'basic' camp and a must-do on any horse riding safari - you'll be presented with camp beds and mosquito nets, and have access to private wash stands and bush toilets. And after a day of adventure, you can usually expect to be treated to a 3 or 4-course meal with wine to round off the evening. On our tours, the accommodation and food are just as much a part of the experience as the adventure itself.
Embarking on an equestrian safari is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that combines incredible wildlife sights with exhilarating horse riding experiences. However, it's important to choose a safari that's suitable for your riding skills and comfort levels. With our expert team's help, we'll find the perfect horse riding safari for you. Our independent advice ensures that you'll have an unforgettable time, no matter your experience level.
When riding in areas with big game such as lions, elephants, buffalos, black rhinos, and leopards, you are required to be a confident rider with a secure seat. Although, we offer safaris for all levels, including complete beginners. Even non-riders and families can partake in these incredible adventures. In addition to amazing horseback riding, some of our safaris offer guided walks, game drives, and even mokoro (canoe) rides. And on those hot afternoons, many of our safaris feature refreshing swimming pools, allowing you to relax and take in the sounds of monkeys squabbling overhead. With our team's guidance, you'll soon be off on the ultimate equestrian safari adventure.
On this equestrian safari vacation, horseback rides experience a huge zebra migration and flamingo herds during November to March in Africa's largest ephemeral wetland, or from May to September in a blindingly white desert with game easily located on grass islands with permanent waterholes. Interact with a habituated meercat colony and track with the San among baobab trees. This is an extraordinary horseback riding adventure and ideal to combine with the Okavango Delta for the ultimate safari.
Arguably the best horseback riding safari in the world for good riders. Frequent big game sightings, fantastic horseback riding on an unbeatable team of horses. Luxury accommodation.
This is a 'bucket list' equestrian safari featuring luxury accommodation in the heart of the Okavango delta with fantastic game viewing and superb horses. Perfect for Intermediate and advanced riding skills, and non-riders joining a group.
Mobile camp equestrian adventure in the Okavango Delta, suitable for intermediate and experienced riders onwards.
An equestrian vacation not to be missed at this new luxury tented camp, close to the Santantadibe River in the game-rich Okavango Delta, with great riding for horseback riders, and safari activities for non-riders. Easily accessible from Maun and amazing value.
The Tuli Block is home to a great diversity of wildlife species including large herds of elephant. This is a fast and exciting equestrian safari for confident intermediate horseback riders with comfortable accommodation in a variety of semi-permanent camps around the Mashatu Reserve. A parallel mountain bike itinerary is available on request for non riding guests who are enthusiastic cyclists accompanying riding guests.
This horseback riding holiday is sold exclusively by Unicorn Trails and combines the best of a wildlife safari and cattle work in the largest tropical wetland in the world. Forward going Pantaneiro horses, comfortable fazendas and a night in hammocks with plenty of cultural highlights make for a great equestrian vacation.
This is a once in a lifetime equestrian experience, involving long hours in the saddle and surrounded by the most diverse and numerous species of game in the world. A fast horseback ride suitable for advanced riders of 14-years-old upward, with parallel jeep safaris for non-riders. Hemingway style fully staffed luxurious mobile camps.
Sosian is a 24,000 acre private wildlife conservancy which prides itself on managing a unique blend of tourism, conservation, and traditional cattle ranching in Laikipia’s highlands. Horseback riders wishing to have a relaxed equestrian adventure, traveling with non-riding companions or families in school holiday season, and honeymooners will find few better places in Kenya. Accommodation is extremely comfortable, almost luxurious, while maintaining a warm and homelike atmosphere making for an extremely relaxing vacation.
This is a truly exceptional equestrian trail. Where else can one expect to see game such as elephant, giraffe and rhino in a desert habitat while on horseback? Damaraland is a very spectacular part of the country, almost inaccessible, with amazing colors and vast open spaces, ancient craters and remnants from prehistoric times, not to mention the forbidding Skeleton Coast. Perfect for fit experienced horseback riders who are up for a challenge!
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