Mountain and Forest Trail Rides in Spain: 5 to Book

1.Guided Horseback Ride in Randa Valley

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 239 reviews · 2h 30m · from $116Our pick

Spend 150 minutes with Mallorca Horses, grooming and preparing an Andalusian horse before riding through Randa Valley meadows and holm oak forests. Guides including Sabrina, Laura, and Toni support beginners, while experienced riders may trot or canter on suitable sections.

“Absolutely loved this hack! Sabrina and Laura were amazing and made me feel confident even though I hadn’t trotted/cantered in years. I would love to return and will be recommending to friends/ family!”

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2.Guided Horseback Riding Tour to the Lomo Forest

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 233 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $57

Meet Nicole Werner and the horses at Finca Estrella, help prepare your mount, then follow a slow, guided trail through the Lomo Forest. The 1-hour-40-minute walk suits beginners and children from age five, with helmets and gloves included. Riders must weigh 85 kilos or less and speak English, German, or Spanish.

“It was a great first horse riding experience. The instructors were very professional and helpful, the walking route and atmosphere during the excursion were excellent. Thank you for emotions and professionalism.”

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3.Villajoyosa Horseback Riding in the Mountains with sea views

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 188 reviews · 1 hour · from $47Best value

Meet your horse and English or Spanish speaking guide at Club hípico Legend, ten minutes from Benidorm. Ride sandy mountain trails, orchards, and countryside with sea views. Routes last one, 1.5, or two hours. Long trousers are required, and the weight limit is 110 kg.

“Me and my daughter loved this trip. Would 100% book this again, thank you”

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4.Malaga – 1-hour Horseback Riding Tour with a Local Guide through the Guadalhorce Valley

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 72 reviews · 1 hour · from $59

Ride for about 45 minutes through the Guadalhorce Valley on a calm, well-trained horse. Guides such as Carlos and José offer patient help in English or Spanish, with quiet trails, orange and lemon trees, river views, and small groups of up to five riders. No riding experience is needed.

“I always wanted to see and ride horses , this was um amazing experience . The horses are calm and they already now the pat soo u don’t have to guide them. I hope to do this again !! Thank you for this amazing experience”

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5.2 hours Green Mountains Horse Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 22 reviews · 2 hours · from $100

Ride for two hours from Horse Riding Canaria in Ojos de Garza, with a guide, helmet, vest, and boots provided. Beginners walk at an easy pace, while experienced riders may trot or canter. Routes reach mountain viewpoints, rocky caves, cliffs, and olive orchards.

“Goed contact met de begeleider over hoe dag zou verlopen. Hele lieve paarden. Goede instructies bij ongemakken op de route. Hele leuke manege.”

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