Horse riding in Mallorca is one of the most romantic activities you can do with your partner. It’s an activity that you can enjoy at any time of year, and there are always plenty of offers around. In this article, from us here at Hotels VIVA, we’re going to tell you all about horse riding, both on the beach and in the mountains. Let’s get ready to ride!
Enjoying the island’s spectacular landscapes from on high is undoubtedly an unmissable experience on your next trip to Mallorca. There are many horse riding routes on the island, and you’ll be able to explore the Serra de Tramuntana and enjoy S'Albufera. Between Sa Pobla and Playas de Muro, you’ll find Hípica Formentor.
If you’re a beginner and want to opt for one of the simpler equestrian routes, then you can go riding in the rural areas near Sa Pobla and into the outskirts of the S'Albufera Natural Reserve.
Then, for the more experienced, there’s the opportunity to take a horse ride to the town of Lluc in the heart of the Serra de Traumuntana. This is the perfect horse riding trip in the mountains, where you’ll find incredible views and landscapes. The route starts in Sa Pobla where you’ll cross the typical agricultural plains of the Balearic Islands until you reach Campanet. From there, it continues to Caimari, the olive oil producing area of Mallorca. And, finally, you’ll begin the ascent through Serra de Tramuntana until you reach Lluc, where you’ll be able to appreciate some unforgettable views.
If you’re a wine lover, then you can't miss this horseback ride through the vineyards. About 30 kilometres from Palma is the Mallorca Horses Riding Centre, which offers rides through the vineyards in the Randa valleys. These rides are quite long, and you even have the option of a picnic. It’s a perfect activity for families with children or for couples, because there’ll always be a suitable horse for everyone, whether or not they’ve done horse riding before. This company also offers other very interesting horse riding routes around Mallorca, such as the routes through the monasteries of Cura, and the Church of La Virgen de la Paz in Castellitx.
Another important riding club is the Club Hípico La Gubía Rutas a Caballo. In this club, you’ll be able to carry out horse riding routes throughout the mountains in the area of Bunyola, located near the Serra de Tramuntana. They also offer walks in the Sierra Norte Natural Park, where you can enjoy its extensive forests of holm oaks and cork oaks.
If you’d love to experience the crystal clear waters of the most beautiful coves, then going horse riding on the beach is your best option. Near Capdepera you can find the Cala Ratjada horse riding centre, where they offer several types of excursions and horse riding routes.
The first route, ideal for beginners, consists of visiting the forest and the nearby fields of Cala Ratjada. For the more advanced, they’ll take you on a route through the pine forest of Cala Ratjada, bordering Cala Agulla and Cala Moltó. You’ll pass between Puig de s'Águila and Talaia de Son Jaumell until you finally reach Cala Mesquida, where you’ll be able to enjoy some incredible landscapes.
Another company that specialises in horse riding on the beach is Experience Mallorca Rutas a Caballo, which has first class facilities, either for more experienced riders or for beginners looking for an adventure. One of their horse riding routes around Mallorca ends at the incredible beach of Son Serra de Marina, which is sure to take your breath away.
In addition to this option, we also recommend Rancho Grande Park, which offers horseback riding on the extraordinary Son Serra de Marina beach, one of the best-preserved unspoilt beaches on the island. The ride lasts 2 hours and has three different levels according to each individual path’s difficulties.
Horse riding in Mallorca will allow you to appreciate the nature, flora, and fauna of the island in a sustainable and totally unique way. Once you’ve tried the experience of riding on the beach or in the mountains, you’ll never see the island in the same way again. There’s no better way to be in tune with nature than to go on a ride of this kind, whether with the whole family, a group of friends, or your partner.
We hope that, on your next holiday on the island, you’ll decide to enjoy this wonderful experience, and discover a new way of exploring Mallorca.