The Breathtaking world of horseback riding
The gentle sway of the horse between your legs, the warm breath of the animal in the air. All around you, the silence of the countryside or the mountains, the breeze swaying the branches and the birds above your heads. Horseback riding in Tenerife is quite an experience. Aren’t you already looking forward to doing some horse riding in Tenerife?
Touring Tenerife on horseback is one of those experiences that are worth it.
Horse riding is an art as old as civilization, and the horse, one of the companions par excellence of the human being. Throughout history, many sports have been developed in which the horse is the protagonist: racing, jumping, dressage, harnessing and many others. Tenerife is an exceptional place to practice some of them, especially in contact with nature.
In addition, you don’t need to be a seasoned rider to do any of the many equestrian activities offered on the island. But if you are, great, because you will be able to enjoy the routes, excursions, classes or any other horse-related event that is within your reach throughout your stay.
From here we want to encourage you to practice horse riding in Tenerife. Whatever your level, and regardless of the type of specific activity you are looking for, here you can satisfy your desires in one of the following equestrian clubs or equestrian centers that you will find scattered throughout the island.
Horse riding in the north of Tenerife
The northern part, with its rugged terrain and lush vegetation, is perfect for a horseback ride. If you are looking for an equestrian centre in Tenerife north, no problem.
El Molino Equestrian Center: A club with equestrian classes in Tenerife north with very good projection for its well-valued school, which participates in different dressage championships, as well as for its great facilities recently renovated. They offer training, among other activities. From their headquarters in Tegueste, around the rehabilitated mill symbol of the house, they are like an open door to the north of the island.
Naughty Adventure: Few things like a horseback excursion to enter the protected areas of the center of Tenerife, and few more capable of making you experience something unique like the staff of Travieso. Their personalised routes start from their small but beautiful refuge in Aguamansa, in La Orotava. The Corona Forestal and the Teide National Park will have no secrets for you.
La Esperanza Equestrian Center: If we talk about horse riding in Tenerife, we must necessarily refer to La Esperanza, in the town of the same name. They offer tailor-made horseback riding routes for all types of levels, whether you have never touched a horse or are an expert horseman. They will accompany you to explore the forests of the north of the island on routes of varying difficulty. You will come back in love with horses and the territory.
- Exciting and Different
- Ecofriendly
- Single
- Various locations
- Difficulty Level: Moderate
- More than 3 Hours
- Moderate
Horse riding in the south of Tenerife
As it could not be otherwise, the south is overflowing with facilities related to equestrian activities. These are just a few of them.
Xanadu Equestrian and Leisure Centre: Usually known as Hípica Xanadú Tenerife, this space is a true paradise for horse lovers. Equestrian shows, tailor-made walks and routes, summer camps and even equine therapy are its specialties. But they also produce events, they have a restaurant, a mini-zoo and a children’s area. You will find them in Guargacho, in Arona.
Bonanza Ranch: Behind this classic name is one of the spaces dedicated to the most outstanding horses in equestrian practice in Tenerife. Located in El Desierto, very close to Granadilla de Abona, its walks and routes are carried out in well-preserved natural spaces. The facilities for its fifty horses are great, and they offer both beginner and advanced classes.
Southern Equestrian Center: It stands out among the equestrian centers in Tenerife for being the most professional of all. There are boarding activities, tutoring or summer camps, but their forte is teaching: dressage, jumping and tumbling courses at three levels. They host several national competitions, with the presence of elite riders. The centre (Club Los Migueles, with five hectares and large facilities) is between the TF-1 and Buzaneda.
"Of all the arts, equestrian art is the closest to the art of living, because everything it teaches us is directly applicable to life itself" – Alois Podhkjasky
Tenerife on horseback
Tenerife is an island with great natural riches, and also the most varied: beaches and cliffs, plantations and midlands, humid forests, volcanic mountains… It is worth walking close to the ground, and on a horse it is simply one of those experiences that are worthwhile.
Activities traditionally conditioned by their price, equestrian is no longer synonymous with high prices. On the contrary, you will see that few activities, with the same budget, are as rewarding as getting up close and personal with these noble animals and sharing a few hours with them while you enter the deepest Tenerife.
The really important thing when choosing a company dedicated to horse activities is to make sure that the treatment of the animals, as well as the facilities they use, are adequate. Fortunately, both the owners and the coaches and caretakers in Tenerife are sensitive in this regard, but in any case, it is something that we must always take into account.
With everything we have told you, it is likely that you have caught the bug. Don’t think twice; on your next visit, treat yourself to an activity related to horse riding in Tenerife. Whether it’s a hike through the northern forests, a walk through the volcanic terrain of the south or dressage lessons. In any case, some time with the horses is always time well spent.