Explore Brazil beyond its famous attractions, as the vast Sertão, Brazil's Outback, unfolds with frozen colonial towns, red-rock canyons, and the mighty São Francisco River. Dive into the cultural richness of this region, home to courageous northeastern Vaqueiros. Clad in leather, they navigate the challenging landscape, reminiscent of a bygone era.
Journey through the harsh but captivating terrain, retracing the footsteps of Lampião, a legendary bandit leader of the Cangaço in the early 20th century. Lampião's exploits turned him into a folk hero, and his presence lingers in the region. Saddle up on the Mangalarga Marchador horse, an authentic Brazilian breed, for a 7-day equestrian adventure through the outback.
Spend nights in vibrant posadas and country houses while your luggage travels by a support vehicle. Experience 5 hours of daily riding, encounter ancient rock paintings, and explore the San Francisco River. The canyons will awe you, and local hospitality will warm your heart.
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Tour highlights
Route details
Meet & Greet at late afternoon at the hotel in Maceió to discuss with the riding group the coming days.
Dinner and overnight at a comfortable hotel in Maceió.
Suitable for intermediate to experienced riders.You should be confident on a horse at all paces. The pace is varied to include walk, trot, and canter.
Accommodation
Nights in authentic & comfortable accomodation
The Meals:
Brazilian cuisine is very good, varied and serves many naturally made dishes. The main dishes are mostly rice and beans (Feijão) and sauces, with lots of meat or fish and salads. From region to region one has its own traditional dishes. Along the coast, you will find more fish and shrimp dishes. Very popular is the Churrasco = Brazilian BBQ.
Tickets to group meeting place
Weather during the tour
- the forecasts for this season
- the statistics from previous years’ trips
Tour conditions
Included
- accommodation;
- back up vehicle: for brings your luggage to the daily overnight place/pousada;
- meals: full board (except on day 1 and 7);
- Guides: professional and multilingual guides;
- horses & tack, including saddlebags;
- transfer from and to Maceio.
Extras
- travel insurance and trip cancellation insurance are mandatory. You will not be allowed to participate in the riding holiday program without having both of these personal travel insurance;
- flight: international and local flights;
- alcoholic beverages & soft drinks: (cheap);
- single supplement: only possible if we have a single room available;
- dinner on day 1 & 7;
- airport transfer;
- personal expenses;
- tips.
Group size
up to 10 touristsDuration
It's important to know
- Valid international passport.
- Travel Insurance.
- Pocket money (you can change EUR/£/USD in the airport).
- A sweater and a jacket.
- 4 or 5 T-shirts and minimum 1 a shirt with long sleeves.
- Jodhpurs or jeans to ride with.
- Riding shoes or boots / riding shoes with mini-chaps or long chaps.
(Gaucho boots can be bought on location). - A second pair of shoes for the evening.
- Swimsuit.
- Comfortable clothing + a hat.
- One towel.
- Toiletries.
- Sun Cream.
- Camera.
*It is recommended to put your luggage in travel bag instead of a hard suitcase. 10 bags are easier to get in the backup vehicle than 10 suitcases. (thanks!).
Tour reviews
- B Ben20 Oct, 2021about providerIt was a wonderful trip. We were so lucky that they organized this trip and we were able to go on it for the first time. I'm sure others will want to do this. Every aspect of the holiday was great - we were looked after in every way from start to finish. I highly recommend this holiday. Many thanks to the entire team for everything you have done for us.20 Oct, 2021
Dates and Prices
- from4 – 10 May, 2025 7 days 6 nights
- from10 – 16 Aug, 2025 7 days 6 nights