Horse Riding in Sal Island - Cabo Verde
Description
Uncover Sal Island on horseback with a savvy guide. Whether you are an experienced rider seeking a high-level experience, or a complete beginner, you will feel at ease with our gentle, well-trained horses. Ride along the white sandy beaches of Sal Island, wander through the Salt Mines, and leave your tracks across the desert landscape. The 1-hour trail is best suited for beginner riders, as the entire experience is conducted at a relaxed walking pace, ensuring comfort and safety. The 1.5-hour and 2-hour trails are also suitable for beginners; however, more experienced riders will have the opportunity to canter along the beach segments. All rides start and finish at our stables, where you’ll have time to meet your horse and get comfortable before setting off. Our small-group format, with multiple guides on horseback, ensures a safe and personalized experience tailored to different riding levels. Hotel transfer service, helmets, and insurance are all included in the price.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Meet our driver at the reception for the transfer to the stables set into the Botanical Gardens Viveiro. At the riding centre lockers will be at your disposal to leave your belongings and CE certified riding helmets will be given to you prior the ride (mandatory). The group of max 8 riders will be lead by several guides on horseback (1:2 ratio) to make sure that the ride will be tailored on your respective riding skills. Now the adventure can start! Leave your tracks on the sand dunes and you will arrive at the "Big Salt Mines of Santa Maria". If you are taking part on the 1,5h or the 2h trails, you will leave the Salt Flats behind and you will head up to Kite Beach. An endless golden sand beach trek awaits you and the most experienced riders will have the chance to gallop through the surf. Less experienced riders or those who just want to relax and enjoy the landscape will ride gently along the shore at walking gait with the assistance of the guides.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Meet our driver at the reception. Please note that the pick-up time is always prior to the activity start time. The exact schedule depends on your accommodation and is communicated in advance via Viator chat.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The 1-hour trail is best suited for beginner and novice riders, as the entire experience is conducted at a relaxed walking pace, ensuring comfort, safety, and enjoyment for those with limited riding experience.
- Weight limit: 90kg per participant
Reviews(542)
What a lovely morning riding on the beach the horses are well groomed and well looked after i rode the lovely Harper would definitely do it again.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted you enjoyed your morning ride and it means a lot to hear you appreciated how well our horses are cared for. We hope to welcome you back for another ride along the beach soon! Kind regards, Teo
Amazing experience Guides very knowledgeable and patient Easy ride across kite beach. Husband had never ridden and felt at ease Horses looked healthy and well cared for
Hello Joanna, Thank you for your kind words! We're so happy you both enjoyed the ride and that your husband felt at ease on his first horseback experience. We hope to see you again next time you're in Sal! Kind regards, Teo
The pickup was half an hour late, and I thought I had been forgotten. The trip itself was very nice, but the horses did not get along with each other, which meant you had to pay more attention to the distance instead of being able to relax. However, the animals were very well cared for.
Dear Lena, Thank you for your feedback. First of all, we would like to apologize for the delay with the transfer service. We have already addressed this issue with the driver who was on duty that day to help ensure our usual level of punctuality. Regarding the horses, for the safety of all participants and in accordance with internationally accepted horse-riding tourism practices, we always ask riders to maintain a safe distance between horses. This is a standard safety measure that helps prevent accidents and ensures a comfortable experience for both riders and horses. We are pleased to hear that you found the horses well cared for and that you enjoyed the ride overall. Kind regards, Teo
We were in a small group (2 people), which was very pleasant. The landscape was magnificent and the walk was very soothing. We did a bit of galloping and we were assisted if needed.
Merci beaucoup pour votre gentil commentaire! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié la petite taille du groupe, les paysages et l'expérience à cheval. Ce fut un plaisir de vous accompagner et nous espérons vous revoir bientôt pour une nouvelle balade à Sal.
Was a nice experience. Horses were well looked after.
Thank you very much for your kind review! We’re very happy to hear you had a nice experience and appreciated how well our horses are cared for. We hope to welcome you again soon! Kind regards, Teo
Well-groomed horses. Nice full throttle ride on the beach. We were early in the season in May so with my husband together with 2 supervisors .
Thank you very much for your lovely review! We’re happy you enjoyed the beach ride and the special early-season experience with our guides. Hope to welcome you both again in Sal someday! Kind regards, Teo
A guided tour of a good length, but very windy. It's tailored to your experience, so if you haven't ridden much before it's probably better value for money to do the shorter option. It's also essential to wear trousers and be prepared for a sea gale.
Hi John, Thank you so much for your review! Yes, Sal is a windy island, especially along the coast, but that’s also part of its wild beauty and charm. We’re happy you enjoyed the ride and appreciated the tailored experience. Hope to see you again on another adventure! Kind regards, Teo
Absolutely brilliant I haven't ridden for over 40 years The guides were brilliant made me feel at ease I went on my own as my husband didnt feel confident. It was a great way to spend my 60th birthday morning
Hello Tracy, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really happy you felt at ease and chose to celebrate your 60th birthday with us! We hope to see you again soon :) Kind regards, Teo
Top 10+ try to believe unique experience, relaxing, if then done in the late afternoon .... Wow......
Grazie mille! Siamo davvero felici che tu abbia vissuto un’esperienza così speciale e rilassante con noi. Il tardo pomeriggio ha qualcosa di magico: la luce, i colori e la tranquillità rendono tutto ancora più indimenticabile. Speriamo di rivederti presto per un’altra cavalcata! Un saluto, Teo
I absolutely recommend this experience, I enjoyed it very much much; I had no experience with horses but the team is great, they found a very calm horse for me and the pace was slow and chill, we visited the salines and the beach. Loved every minute 🙌😎
Hello Silvia, Thank you so much for your feedback! We’re really happy that you enjoyed your ride, especially as it was your first experience with horses. Our team always does their best to match each guest with the right horse and create a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime for another ride. Warm regards, Teo
