Ranches in Arizona – Horse Riding Holidays in the Desert

By: Pablo Imberti Posted: 27/03/2020

Today, we’ll explore the state of Arizona, where we can experience the magnificence of the Grand Canyon on horseback, crossing the Colorado River and enjoying a comfortable stay on a dude ranch.

The vast desert and the landscape diversity provide a wide range of possibilities for outdoor recreation, and the facilities of some of these exclusive Arizona Ranches will make the rest.

Arizona, a state with a rugged mountain scenery, is home to the world’s largest Ponderosa pine forest. This place is magical if you choose to explore it on horseback and it’ll make you feel a sense of absolute freedom.

Horse riding holidays without sacrificing comforts

Yes, in this article you will find two interesting options for your Arizona Riding Vacations in Luxury Guest Ranches, where, after exploring the wild Arizona desert and its surroundings, you can enjoy a massage, the jacuzzi or the sauna.

You have to indulge yourself at least once in your lifetime. Enjoy a wild and refined experience for your body and soul, an adventure with no risks. Arizona is a dream come true.

And then, go back to your palace, a Luxury Guest Ranch with all the comforts, to enjoy a wonderful evening. Does it sound tempting?

Rancho de los Caballeros

Take a break with no worries at Rancho de los Caballeros, located in Wickenburg, north of Phoenix. Family-owned-and-operated since 1948, this historic ranch offers activities and comforts which are typical of an authentic luxury hotel, all in one Resort for adults and children. On the same day, you can enjoy an exciting horse ride in the desert and a hot stone massage. Have a wonderful time playing golf or experiencing unique moments in the Resort.

Here you will find:

Upscale facilities and a friendly staff that will be pleased to help you with anything you may need.

Let’s talk about horses and rides

Experience the desert on horseback! ! Horses and rides have played a key role here in the life of Rancho de los Caballeros since the beginning. Enjoy riding along desert trails with the help of their on-site wranglers.

• Horse riding options available 7 days of the week.
• The morning ride leaves the corral at 10 a.m. and lasts 2 hours.
• The afternoon ride starts at 2:30 p.m., from Monday to Saturday and has a 90-minute duration.

Some programs you cannot miss

The Nature Ride: A specialized resident Naturalist will take you through cinematic desert landscapes in a ride to spot the animals and the flora of the region.

All-day rides: Available according to seasons, they feature a guided tour and lunch cookout and must be reserved in advance. Due to the duration of the ride we recommend that riders have a skill level of intermediate or higher.

Private rides: Available for families and ask the front desk for reservation bookings.

Riding lessons: Available as solo or group classes, the lessons are available at 1:00 p.m. every day except Sunday, and they can also be scheduled by appointment.

The lesson environment is ideal for:

• Experienced riders who want to feel more comfortable when participating in more advanced galloping and looping rides.
• Unskilled riders who want to feel more comfortable with horses in a more controlled environment.
• Younger riders who want to make progress beyond our rides in pens and corrals, and join more skilled riders in trails.

Team penning: This thrilling game of team penning is perfect for families or business teams in coaching events. As a favourite bonding activity in Arizona, team penning involves working in small groups of horseback riders to navigate steers into a pen located at the arena's far end. Before the games begin, groups receive coaching from our expert wranglers to ensure safe, family-friendly fun and winners will get a prize.

Let’s talk about relax

The Spa at Los caballeros: We recommend enjoying this luxurious experience and treating yourself in this exclusive spa in the desert. Vigorous exercise has its advantages. Sweating after exploring the desert on horse or foot is good for your skin, but at the end of the day a relaxing massage feels wonderful.

A short walk from our main lodge, The Spa at Los Caballeros, is a really luxurious oasis of relaxation in the heart of the Sonoran Desert. Whether you choose specialized treatments such as Hassayampa hot stone massage, or more traditional therapies such as an enriching facial or pedicure, you will find your Zen and simply feel happy for having chosen this charming place.

The services available at the Arizona Spa Resort are:

• Desert Baths
• Desert scrubs
• Desert Wraps
• Facial and masks
• Specialty massages
• Reflexology
• Manicure and pedicure
• Waxing and make-up

Does it sound tempting?

Don’t hesitate and visit the website: www.ranchodeloscaballeros.com

/ Photos obtained from www.ranchodeloscaballeros.com /

White Stallion Ranch

A fifty-year care of the land and an extraordinary guest service put this dude ranch at the forefront. The True family welcomes you to their home – this Resort for Horse Riding Holidays. When you see the ranch, you will truly feel as a guest at their home.

White Stallion Ranch was originally built during the first decade of the 20th century and it started off as a cattle ranch. The original building was made of Mexican sun-dried brick. During its renovation, some wires and horseshoes were found. A small portion of the original wall is exhibited in the dining room, an original building of the ranch. Today, the ranch features 41 rooms and the Hacienda, a 5 bedroom house, to accommodate its guests.

Russell and Michael decided to keep the original buildings, which are still in use, and at the same time they added tennis courts, a movie theatre, a new swimming pool area including a jacuzzy and a patio for relaxation, lighted sports courts, spa and fitness centre.

They have one of the largest private herds of horses in Arizona and an important number of cattle.

Spa and massage services

White Stallion Ranch offers massage and spa services by advance appointment only. The spa offers two therapists, Mary and Jobie, who each bring their unique talents to the massage table.

• Mary specializes in providing a relaxing and therapeutic experience through the following techniques: Swedish Massage – Hot Stone Massage – Energy Work – Cranial Sacral Therapy – Esalen Massage – Cupping Therapy.
• Jobie specializes in providing targeted relief using the following techniques: Deep Tissue Massage – Swedish Massage – Cranial Sacral Therapy – Myofascial Therapy – Hot Stone Massage.

Beauty programs

The Ranch also has an aesthetician/massage therapist who specializes in facials and body wraps. Their skin care products are custom formulated expressly for the Ranch using locally sourced, all natural ingredients.

Nourish, hydrate and rejuvenate your skin with vitamins and moisturizers while experiencing Deep relaxation. Each treatment includes a shoulder, neck and hand massage.

• Desert Detox Facial: Eliminates clogged pores and removes toxins to restore your skin’s purity.
• Ultra-Hydrating Facial: Shower your skin with hydration and restore moisture, while deep conditioning dry, dehydrated areas.
• Rejuvenating Facial: A revitalizing treatment which renews your skin, highly effective for its anti-aging and damage repair properties.
• Hydro Body Refirm Scrub: Exfoliate, cleanse and tone, with intense hydration that tightens and brightens. Includes a full body aromatherapy massage.
• Herbal Detox Body Wrap: Helps improve circulation, lymphatic drainage, and overall well-being. Your body is wrapped in an herbal soaked, heated canvas sheet to aid in detoxification. Followed by a full body aromatherapy massage.

Are you convinced now? Enjoy each of these services with your family or friends.

Horse Riding Programs: Rides

White Stallion Ranch owns one of the largest private herds of horses in Arizona. Their extensive riding program accommodates the experienced horse owner, the “first-timer” rider and all riders in between.

Each guest is carefully matched with a specific horse for the duration of their stay, based on their experience, height, weight and riding ambitions.

They offer a wide choice of rides every day, except Sundays, which is always the horses’ day off. Programs were developed for adults and children.

• Children 8 years and older may qualify for their fast rides, mountain rides and all day rides. All guides to the rides are expert on horses and children.
• Children between 5 and 8 will enjoy the slow rides.
• Children under 5 may experience the joy of riding while safe and comfortable on a lead guided by one of their specialized staff.

Mountain rides

Ride through Movie Pass surrounded by Saguaros, if it looks familiar, that’s because Hollywood has been filming here for over 50 years.

Choose from three different mountain rides to reach the summit, where you’ll take in the panoramic view of their 3,000 acre ranch and the miles of farmland beyond. The trails can be steep and rocky, but the horses are surefooted and adept at picking their way through the rocks.

All day rides

According to Russel True, “this could be the best ride of your life”. A really riding challenge.

This ride is a combination of loping and walking, you’ll be making contact with your saddle for almost 8 hours while covering 20 – 25 miles.

Lunch is served on the trail at a ramada in Saguaro National Park West. There is a bathroom break and plenty of water for the horses while you lunch.

Highlights of this ride include traveling through rugged canyons, sandy washes and seeing Native American petroglyphs.

There are many other options that you can’t miss. They combine adventure and pleasure, leisure and enjoyment, with someone special, with your family or friends, all together or solo activities. Clearly, there is a special proposal for each guest in this incredible Arizona’s Ranch.

Visit their website: https://www.whitestallion.com/

/ Photos obtained from www.whitestallion.com /

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