Riding in Tenerife - Horse treks through pine forest & volcanic terrain in the northwest

4.8 out of 5 based on 5 Reviews
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Guided rides through the fabulously beautiful landscape in the northwest of the island. From Icod de los Vinos we ride with a guide on the back of well-trained horses through pine forest, valleys and volcanic terrain. Tours for beginners and experienced riders (all types of gait). Professional introduction to the riding stable and equipment included.

  • Tour / activity duration: depending on selection
  • Languages: German, English, Spanish
  • Transfer: no, not included
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  • English-speaking service
  • Hassle-free booking change or cancellation
  • Usually cheaper than at site

Overview / General Information

Guided rides on Tenerife (Icod de los Vinos)

Discover the impressive countryside with its forests, valleys, volcanoes and gorges while riding on Tenerife. From Icod de los Vinos (in the northwest of the island) there are several guided rides for beginners as well as experienced riders (in all 3 types of gait). The stable, which has German-speaking management, uses a non-violent riding style with bitless bridles. Rides into the pine forest or to the volcano. The following details apply to every option:

Overview

  • Duration: upon your choice
  • Days: on request
  • Months: possible all-year
  • Languages: German, English, Spanish
  • Pick-up not included
  • Starting points: Icod de los Vinos

Included

  • Professional guide, introduction, accident insurance
  • Helmets, gloves, bags for the mobil and saddle bags

Option 1: Riding on Tenerife - Lomo cuchillo trial horse trek

The 1.5-hour Lomo Cuchillo taster ride is the perfect tour for beginners and non-riders. It leads over a short distance and at a walk in the countryside, once through the village of Cruz del Camino, to a quiet path with beautiful views of the Teide and with forests in the background. Before the ride, the horses are groomed and saddled at the farm. You will receive a briefing. Suitable for children aged 5 and over.

Overview

  • Weight limit : 85 kg
  • Hours: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Riding time: about 1.5 hours

Option 2: Riding on Tenerife - pine forest horse trek

The ride through the pine forest takes you on a circular route over good ground through the evergreen forests with laurel vegetation of the Corona Forestal Nature Park. There is a break during the trek. Non-riders can experience this route at walking pace, beginners can also move up to a trot and good riders can ride all 3 gaits. The horses are saddled together at the beginning of the riding trip and you will be given a briefing by your guide.

Overview

  • Hours: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Riding time: about 3 hours

Option 3: Riding on Tenerife - mountain meadow horse trek

The ride to the mountain meadow in the Corona Forestal Nature Park (north of the island), which lasts round 5 hours, starts with brushing and saddling the horses and a practice run at the stable. You will also be given a briefing and explanations by the guide. You ride the well-behaved horses to a forest clearing that has a small area of grass with apple trees and mushrooms, which is very unique for Tenerife. A unique experience of nature. Riders with experience can enjoy this ride in all 3 gaits.

Overview

  • Hours: 11:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Riding time: about 5 hours
  • Days: every Tuesday

Option 4: Riding on Tenerife - Horse trek to the Black Volcano

A fantastic trek for experienced riders at an altitude of 1,200-1,300m through pine forests and various volcanic landscapes with red earth and black lava sand with great views of valleys and the Atlantic Ocean. Ride past the Chinyero "volcan negro" and enjoy a picnic at the "Arenas negras" barbecue area in the middle of the forest (food not included).

Overview

  • Hours: 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM
  • Riding time: about 7 hours
  • Months: beginning of April - end of October

Price overview

  • Horse riding in Tenerife - "Lomo cuchillo" ride (1.5 hrs) - per person 43.-€
  • Horse riding in Tenerife - "Pine forest" ride (3.5 hrs) - per person 75.-€
  • Horse riding in Tenerife - "Mountain meadow" ride (5 hrs) - per person 90.-€
  • Horse riding in Tenerife - "Volcan negro" ride (7 hrs) - per person 140.-€
Horse riding in magnificent surroundings
Important information

Preconditions

  • Maximum weight: 85 kg

Please bring

Good shoes, long trousers, jacket or sweatshirt, drinks bottle with water (please do not bring any bottles with hard or sharp edges, no aluminium bottles); snacks like an apple, biscuits or a bread roll; sun cream

Riding on Tenerife - Horse treks through pine forest and volcanic terrain around Mount Teide

Experience the magnificent surroundings of the summit of Mount Teide in the northwest of the island on the back of a lovely horse and discover some of the volcanic island’s treasures. Riding on Tenerife means getting to know new terrain, endless expanses and a breath-taking natural backdrop. You are in the best hands for this adventure with the experienced guides and instructors from the stable - whether you want to spend a riding holiday on Tenerife or have just discovered riding for yourself. A day trip on horseback is a good decision. You will enjoy riding on Tenerife if you are looking for an intensive experience of nature. Far away from the usual tourist routes, a unique and varied landscape welcomes you on horseback rides through the pine forest and volcanic terrain around Mount Teide.

The rides through Tenerife's natural environment, some of which last several hours, start in the mountain village of Icod de los Vinos, which is most famous for its thousand-year-old dragon tree and the view of Mount Teide. Spain's highest peak will be a faithful companion on some of the trail rides. The 1.5-hour taster ride into the closer surroundings of Icod de los Vinos is mainly recommended for non-riders and beginners. You can gain your first experience on horseback on a quiet trail at the edge of the field. Like all riding excursions, the riding lesson begins with cleaning and saddling the horses (Andalusian and Arabian crosses), which live here in a social herd. With a stick size between 1.36 and 1.70, there is a horse suitable for every rider. A simple riding style with comfortable saddles and bitless bridles is used at the stable.

Particular attention is paid to the safety and wellbeing of the horses and riders during the riding excursions on Tenerife. This familiarisation therefore includes a thorough briefing and a short trial ride on site. This means that you can prepare yourself for the riding trip and become familiar with your horse. One of the most beautiful rides on Tenerife is the 7-hour trek to the black volcano at more than 1,000 metres above sea level with constantly changing landscapes, over red and black earth, through valleys and with a view of the Atlantic Ocean.

Conditions

Valid on the reserved day or for 12 months after date of purchase if no date has been selected. You will receive the tour operator's details with the purchased ticket. Attention: reservation is required! The reservation can be made through sunbonoo as part of the booking process or later by contacting the tour operator directly via phone or email.

Customer Reviews Guided rides on Tenerife (Icod de los Vinos)

4.8  /5
based on 5 Reviews
Rafa G. wrote on Apr 29, 2025
Overall rating
5 von 5

horses and volcanoes in Tenerife, a unique experience

Horseback riding in Tenerife was a blast. The scenery is breathtaking, from pine forests to volcanic terrain. The guides are professional and the horses are well trained. Not your typical tourist tour, here you really immerse yourself in the nature of the island. A bit long, but well worth it. Bring water and some food for the way, recommended!

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caballos y volcanes en Tenerife, una experiencia única

Montar a caballo por Tenerife fue una pasada. Los paisajes son alucinantes, desde los bosques de pinos hasta los terrenos volcánicos. Los guías son profesionales y los caballos están bien entrenados. No es el tour típico de turistas, aquí realmente te sumerges en la naturaleza de la isla. Un poco largo, pero merece la pena. Lleva agua y algo de comida para el camino. ¡Recomendado!

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Gunnar67 wrote on Feb 11, 2025
Overall rating
5 von 5

fantastic horse riding in teneriffa

Riding through the incredible landscape of Tenerife was an experience I will never forget. We chose the 3.5 hour ride through the pine forest, and it was beautiful as hell. The guide was professional and made sure we felt safe the whole time. The horses were well trained and easy to handle. Although there was no transfer, helmets and other equipment were included which was great. A perfect activity for both beginners and experienced riders. Highly recommended for those who want to experience the natural beauty of Tenerife in a different way.

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fantastisk ridtur på teneriffa

Att rida genom Teneriffas otroliga landskap var en upplevelse jag sent kommer glömma. Vi valde 3,5-timmars turen genom tallskogen, och det var vackert som fan. Guiden var proffsig och såg till att vi kände oss trygga hela tiden. Hästarna var vältränade och enkla att hantera. Även om det inte fanns någon transfer ingick hjälm och annan utrustning vilket var bra. En perfekt aktivitet för både nybörjare och erfarna ryttare. Rekommenderas starkt för den som vill uppleva Teneriffas naturliga skönhet på ett annorlunda sätt.

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Lenny G. wrote on Feb 9, 2025
Overall rating
5 von 5

Amazing horse trek in Tenerife

Had a fantastic time riding through Tenerife's stunning landscapes. The guides were great, and the horses were well-trained. An unforgettable experience for sure!
HorseLover123 wrote on Nov 26, 2024
Overall rating
4 von 5

great ride

Went on the Lomo cuchillo ride with my girlfriend. Beautiful scenery and well-trained horses. Great for beginners like us. Guide was professional but pick-up wasn't included, which was a bit inconvenient. Overall, a lovely experience in Tenerife.
Lisa K. wrote on Jul 19, 2024
Overall rating
5 von 5

Great experience with excellent organisation

Although the riding centre is somewhat remote on the hilltop of the village of Cruz del Camino, it can be reached via a paved road. The farm is run in German, but English and Spanish are also spoken. You can familiarise yourself with the horse at the farm before the ride. As I am already an advanced rider, it was possible to ride in all three gaits. The duration of the ride, 3.5 hours, was completely sufficient for me and the group size with 2 riders + riding instructor was ideal. I can only recommend the farm.

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Tolles Erlebnis mit hervorragender Organisation

Der Reiterhof liegt zwar etwas abgelegen auf der Bergkuppe des Ortes Cruz del Camino, ist aber eine alphaltierte Straße zu erreichen. Der Hof ist deutsch geführt, es wird aber auch englisch und spanisch gesprochen. Man kann sich vor dem Ausritt auf dem Hof mit dem Pferd vertraut machen. Da ich schon eine fortgeschrittene Reiterin bin, war es möglich, in allen drei Gangarten zu reiten. Die Dauer des Ausrittes , 3,5 h, war für mich völlig ausreichend und die Gruppengröße mit 2 Reitern + Reitlehrer optimal. Ich kann den Hof nur weiterempfehlen.

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