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What to do and see in Azores, Portugal: The Best Horseback Riding Tours
The nine islands that make up the Azores are in fact the peaks of some of the world's tallest mountains, reaching from deep beneath the Atlantic. The once-uninhabited, volcanic archipelago now hosts thousands of tourists every year who flock to the islands for sun, sand and verdant mountain scenery. From the beaches of Praia da Vitoria to the bustling marina of Horta, to the bubbling volcanic ground "ovens" of Furnas, these islands offer unparalleled--and unusual--adventures to discover.
Restaurants in Azores
1. Patio
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 187 reviews
PATIO Horse & Lodge is the Horse-Trail company on the Azores Archipelago. The sustainable PATIO Lodge offers wonderful rides for beginners, returnees and experienced riders. From 1.5 hours Beginner Trail to the Classic Faial Island Trail, in 6 days 150 kilometers around the Atlantic island. More than 20 safe, well-trained and powerful trail horses are waiting for you. Lusitanos and Cruzado Portuguese horses. Experienced and licensed PATIO guides will guide you through this beautiful island nature English, German and Portuguese spoken. Relaxation and tranquility overlooking the Atlantic Ocean is offered by the PATIO Lodge with its 4 cozy rooms. Sitting on the terrace, you can enjoy the view of the green pastures and the peaceful grazing trail horses.
Reviewed By KevinL5509 - Lisbon, Portugal
I came with my group of 6 people and all of us apreciated a lot this wonderful horses adventure! For me it was the first time doing horse riding but for some of my friends they were already familiar with that but anyway, everybody enjoyed a lot! This is actually a great way to discover the inside part of Faial island, and definitly the best way if you like horses! :D We'll come back for sure! Thanks again! Kevin - AzoresOnBoard
2. Quinta das Raiadas
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5.0 based on 39 reviews
Rural Ride Meeting in the Quinta das Raiadas's Park (near to the Ginetes's Church).Presentation of the Rural Ride, one symbiosis of culture, history, art and faith of a people.
3. Azores Connections
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5.0 based on 88 reviews
Personalized Tours, Activities and Cruise Ship Excursions to suit you and your budget. Tell us what will make your holiday and we will make it happen. We specialize in private tours to take YOU where YOU want to go and organize the activities YOU want to go on. Your perfect trip is just a message away.
4. Travel Honey
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
At Travel Honey, we're Azores experts that plan personalized trips to the Azores. Our trips includes detailed guides, maps and bespoke activities. Travel Honey trips give you a toolkit to explore the Azores like an expert.
5. BELO CAMPO - Equitacao
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
BELO CAMPO - EMOTIVE NATURE Accommodation in a family environment in a rural parish with activities to enjoy nature living and the emotions it awakens. The lodging, in the modality of Local Accommodation / lodging, is composed of two old houses, restored and enlarged. Donkey and horse riding on rural roads, paths and roads that lead to the contemplation of breathtaking landscapes and initiation to riding are the activities BELO CAMPO.
6. Basalto Horse Experience
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5.0 based on 43 reviews
Basalto offers horse riding tours. our trails have variable length and difficulty. the tours are guided by a certified equestrian tourism guide. Our horses are of Iberian breeds, with extraordinary behavior and temperament, and in great body conformation. come and experience the island's traditions on the back of our amazing horses.
7. Sete Cidades Horse Riders
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Ride a horse and find a new way to discover São Miguel Island. We’ll start the ride at Lomba dos Mosteiros with a fantastic panoramic view to the islets, pass through an old tea factory and see the amazing Sete Cidades’ landscapes.
8. Equitur
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5.0 based on 111 reviews
Equitur is offering guided horse back riding tours on the beautiful island of Sao Miguel. From the first time on a horse, to experienced riders, everyone is welcome. With a maximum size of 4 persons per group (exception: a family or a group of friends who know each other can ride in a larger group all together) we offer safe and individual rides.
Reviewed By Cwmenne - Minneapolis, United States
I really can't say enough great things about Equitur! Lara was the guide for a private ride for my daughter and I. Rodrigo was there to help at the start and end as well. The farm was clean, well kept and their operation very much felt like a small business run by Lara and Rodrigo that are very passionate about horses. My daughter is a very experienced rider, but I am not very experienced and it has been 4-5 years since I've ridden at all. We normally ride English and have done riding tours around the US (Western riding, unfortunately) and in Iceland and Mexico and by far, this one was the best! The horses were in excellent shape, very well trained and good spirits. Much nicer than any previous tour we've taken. They were more like well behaved private horses. We wanted to do a landmark tour, but only a farm ride was available on short notice, however, it was perfect. We rode on roads, in town, gravel between farms, up and down hills and through the forest. Lara was very knowledgeable about the history and vegetation of the island and she knew exactly how to keep the perfect balance of nature and the fun of riding. We got to trot and even canter as well and it was the most fun I've ever had on a horse. I'm sure my daughter wished we could have been jumping, but she had a blast as well and didn't feel like I was holding us back. I would wholeheartedly give Equitur my highest recommendation for both beginner and experienced riders! It is the best!
9. WelcomeHome
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Organization of events and tourist activities in the Azores. Group programs and business incentives.
10. Quinta da Terca
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4.5 based on 110 reviews
Reviewed By annaloni
If you want to see the island in a different way this is it. Horse back riding and enjoying the stunning views at the same time, it couldn't get any better! We took a 2h tour and our guide was Bruno. He was really kind and sweet and had a great knowledge about the plants, flowers, trees and places that we saw and visited on the tour. The horses are healthy and well taken care of and best of all, they have horses for all type of riders????
