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

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.-€

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: daily except Sundays
• 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 trial ride is the perfect tour for beginners and non-riders. It takes you into the countryside over a short distance at walking pace, once through the village of Icod de los Vinos, to a quiet path with a beautiful view of the Teide and forests in the background. The horses will be saddled and groomed at the stable. Before the ride, you will be given a briefing and be taken through a test ride in the riding ring. Suitable for children age 5 and over.

Overview

• Hours: 11:00 AM - 2:30 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

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

Detailed description

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.