We have gathered our top 5 destinations for mountain horseback riding so that you can choose the vacation that sets your soul on fire. It’s important to have a trip to look forward to!
The Andes Mountains
Embarking on a horse trek through the famous Andes mountains is a once in a lifetime experience. We have an exciting selection of trips in this South American region. For example, our tour “Crossing the Andes: Chile and Argentina” is an 11-day trip that takes you on a journey from the snowy volcanoes of Chile to the Argentine Pampas.
The Andes mountains deliver a wide range of transforming landscapes as you ride such as volcanoes coughing plumes of smoke, tight-knit and enchanting rainforests, vast plains, blue mountain lakes, sharp cliffs, and the magic of the rolling and colorful Patagonian landscape. The Andes mountains also offer a glimpse into the lifestyle of unique cultures including the Argentinian gauchos, creating an eye-opening blend of cultural insights and an escape into the wilderness.
The Caucasus Mountains
The Caucasus Mountain range stretches through Europe and Asia, touching countries such as Georgia, Russia, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Turkey, and Iran. These mountains are famed for their rich biodiversity, crafting a truly epic region for horseback riding. Biologists, bird watchers, botanists and the humble animal loving adventurer consider this region a hotspot, a place where the landscape can change from grasslands to snowy peaks, to forests and swamps, all at various levels of elevation. This little-visited part of the world is also home to wolves, brown bears, Caucasian leopards, jackals, and even hyenas.
Here at Horse Tours Club, we offer a range of horseback riding treks through the Caucasus, including our “Gombory Mountains Holiday” in Georgia. This shorter yet action-packed trip, at 3 days and 2 nights, offers a glimpse into this Eastern country and its vast open wilderness. Climb the Gombory Mountain and take in the panoramic views of the Caucasus mountains hugging you. Enjoy a unique encounter with culture and tradition, especially of the Tush people, the last semi-nomads of Georgia. You can even indulge in samples of the local wine. You won’t regret booking a trip in this unmatched part of the world.
The Altai Mountains of Mongolia
Horseback riding in the Altai mountains of Mongolia is another bucket-list location for adventurers. Tucked into the crossroads of Central Asia and Siberia, this region of the world is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and for good reason. Stretching 600 miles, the mountains span a range of habitats and landscapes including dense forests and snow, offering visitors looming peaks, rolling valleys, and the most translucent rivers you’ll ever see. There’s special wildlife in these hills, too, including the elusive snow leopards and Altai argali sheep.
Our horseback riding tours, such as the “Wilderness Adventure of Mongolia” trip, through the Altai mountains of Mongolia foster a unique encounter with sheer, mirror-like lakes such as Khovsgol Lake, one of the country’s largest and deepest high-altitude lakes. The Mongolian Altai mountains are home to a distinct nomadic culture, where the Mongolian people have a deep connection to the land and animals, which influence the way they live, such as the challenging climate of long winters and short summers.
If you are keen to try a lesser-discovered region of the world on horseback, a Mongolian Altai Mountain adventure would be an epic choice!
Hekla Volcano, Iceland
The mountains of Iceland are known for being a thrilling blend of fire and ice, drawing adventurers from all over the world. Exploring them on horseback is an unforgettable experience. Imagine trekking between the Hekla Volcano and Tindafjallajökull Glacier? With the “Volcano Hekla” tour you can. Enjoy the rhythmic percussion of treading on soft black sand coated in vibrant grass and lava fields, all while surrounded by the volcanic formations from hundreds of years of volcanic activity. It is something out of a fantasy movie!
Following old viking paths, you can explore valleys, fields, singing rivers, and the ancient magic of the volcano. An adventure into the Icelandic mountains offers a true escape from civilization, in a landscape that was once shaped by vikings and still cherished by locals today. Sample some of Iceland’s unique dishes and rest each night in rural cottages and huts. Book your horseback riding vacation in Iceland’s mountains today!
The Canadian Rockies
Spanning from the provinces of British Columbia to Alberta, the Canadian Rockies are popular for skiing in the winter, hiking, encounters with wildlife, and the breathtaking scenery. Taking an adventure into these mountains via horseback offers a special experience with this vast, spiritual land. Spend your days exploring the wildflower sprinkled prairies, spotting native trout in rivers, and encountering wild grizzly bears and caribou. Trek deep into lush forests and climb hills that unveil jaw-dropping views of plunging valleys and rivers, all while bowled by snow-capped mountains.
Highlights of these tours also include spending your evenings beneath the stars, cozying up in front of the dancing fire for marshmallow-toasting before resting in rural accommodations such as ranches or alpine camps. For nature and adventure lovers alike, a high-country horseback riding trip through the Canadian Rockies is a must-do. Book now!
Plan Your Trip Now!
Horseback riding in the mountains is an unforgettable adventure that will thrill beginners and pros alike. The good news is that you can find a dream mountain trail horseback riding trip in many regions of the world, from Europe to the Americas to Asia. Whatever mountain range calls your name, your trip will challenge you, offer humble learning opportunities about different cultures and peoples, and foster memories you will want to share with family and friends for many years to come. So go on. Browse our wide catalog of mountaintop horseback riding trips to plan your life changing wilderness adventure.
