Horseback Vacations in Brazil

Ampascachi only offers horseback riding routes in Argentina.

Argentina is a country with an equestrian tradition.

Exploring it on horseback is an unforgettable experience.

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Brazil is a captivating country with dazzling beaches, tropical islands, deep canyons, waterfalls, picturesque towns, and incredible horseback vacation options.

Brazil: The Giant of the Tropics

Brazil is the largest country in South America. It covers almost half of the continent's surface. It is the fifth largest country in the world. Its landscapes and people are as diverse as its cultures, all interesting and attractive.

The capital is Brasilia, but the most important cities are Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo.

Panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro

The Brazilian territory consists of 3 major topographic units:

The Amazon River Basin, which covers almost a third of the country.
The Brazilian Shield, which covers almost the remaining two-thirds.
The Guiana Shield, in the north, of which only a small part belongs to Brazil.

Brazil is home to the most important vegetation and wildlife reserve in the world, the Amazon. 65% of the Amazon rainforest is in Brazil, although unfortunately its deforestation is worrying and is a cause of climate change.

Macaws

Toucan

Brazil is the country with the greatest biodiversity on the planet.

The immense quantity and variety of flora and fauna species, many of them endemic, is mainly due to its vast territorial extension, varied geography, and diverse climates. You can observe native fauna such as toucans, macaws, howler monkeys, pink dolphins, or sea turtles among other species.

Equestrian Tourism in Brazil

The diversity of natural habitats in Brazil is spectacular, and much of the land remains unexplored. The various environments and variety of climates make this country a captivating place to explore on horseback.

If you travel through Brazil, you will see horses everywhere.

According to the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE), there are nearly 6 million horses in the country, which means Brazil has the fourth largest herd in the world. Many of these horses are of mixed origin and are often used in cattle ranching.

Brazil hosts many spectacular ecosystems, such as the Amazon rainforest. This is an exotic place for horseback vacations and not only has rich wildlife, stunning landscapes, and warm climate but also a fascinating culture.

Amazon rainforest

For adventurous travelers, Brazil is a spectacular country to visit and offers numerous opportunities for horseback riding.

Besides horseback rides on trails and equestrian adventures through the rainforest, many activities are available. You can work with cattle on ranches, practice training, or engage in other equestrian disciplines.

There are so many different landscapes that they never become monotonous or repetitive. The tasty food, welcoming culture, and tropical climate make Brazil a paradise for horseback vacations.

Boipeba Island (Bahia)

What you cannot miss is riding on horseback along its incredible and immense white sandy beaches and sea, sometimes green, sometimes blue.

Offers for Your Horseback Vacation in Brazil

Brazil offers a wide range of possibilities, take your time choosing a destination and remember you will have to return more than once to get to know it thoroughly.

Ampascachi Horse Riding Holidays has selected equestrian tourism providers to consider for discovering the best of Brazil on horseback.

Entre Orejas

Founded by Paul Coudenys, this equestrian tourism provider organizes horseback vacations and equestrian expeditions in different Latin American countries.

Paul Coudenys' story is very interesting. He traveled to various places worldwide, riding horses in 53 different countries, making him one of the most experienced riders in the world.

“Entre Orejas” tours are characterized by a deep approach to Latin American culture. Paul's friendliness and kindness, along with his fluency in 6 languages, allow riders from all over the world to understand every story about the places they visit.

Their equestrian programs

Entre Orejas continuously adds new routes. Currently, they have routes in Mexico, Colombia, Chile, Brazil, and Argentina.

Currently, in Brazil, they have 5 equestrian routes:

Gaucho do Brasil Trail Ride: A route designed for riders seeking an exciting experience living the gaucho lifestyle and riding like a true gaucho. (8 days / 6 days riding).
Pantanal Trail Ride Safari: A horseback vacation for nature and wildlife lovers. A trip where you will feel like you are in the middle of a National Geographic documentary! (8 days / 6 days riding).
Coconut Trail Ride: Discover on horseback the northeast part of Brazil, with its large dunes, stunning beaches, and typical fishing villages. Caipirinha and lots of fun under the sun! (9 days / 7 days riding).
The Colonial Trail Ride: Discover Colonial Brazil riding through the southeastern state of Minas Gerais. You will ride one of the country's most prized horse breeds, the Mangalarga Marchador. (9 days / 7 days riding).
The Brazilian Outback: A 7-day equestrian adventure following the steps of Lampião; the Brazilian equivalent of Jesse James or Pancho Villa. You can extend this trip with 4 additional days of riding on the stunning palm-lined beaches in northeastern Brazil.

Characteristics of their horseback routes:

Horses: depending on the route, you will ride Brazilian Criollo, Pantaneiro, or Mangalarga Marchador horses.
Saddles: depending on the horse breed, they use gaucho, pantaneira, or Australian saddles.
Riding level: for intermediate to experienced riders. You must be confident on a horse at all gaits.
Weight: the rider weight limit is 100 kg.
Age: minimum age is 12 years and must be accompanied by an adult.
Group size: depends on each route.

Discover much more about their routes on their website: www.entreorejas.org.

Ride in Brazil

They are one of the first Brazilian operators specialized in horseback vacations. They started organizing horseback vacations in Brazil 15 years ago.

They offer horseback rides on the beaches of Salvador de Bahia.

They will ensure you are satisfied and safe with their program, suggesting which rides are suitable for you and teaching you the history, culture, and traditions of northern Brazil.

Ride through Waterfalls

Ride in Brazil offers an abundant range of horseback routes:

Amazon horseback ride
Horseback ride on the beaches of Bahia
Horseback ride through canyons and waterfalls
Horseback route through the rainforest mountain of Darwin
The Coffee Route

Horseback ride on the beaches of Bahia

Their hosts:

Julia Leonforte

Growing up with animals and cultivating a great love for horses since childhood, Julia Leonforte pursued a career in equestrianism.

She won many awards, becoming a National Champion, among others.

She also worked with an Olympic rider and trained dressage in the Netherlands, one of the best countries in the world in this discipline.

She visited more than 35 countries and in 2017 decided to combine two of her greatest passions: horses and travel. Then, she became a partner of Ride in Brazil, aiming to promote horseback vacations in Brazil.

Paulo Junqueira Arantes

He started riding very young on his grandparents' farms in São Paulo and Minas Gerais. He participated in traditional hunts in southern Minas Gerais and horse games on farms in São Paulo.

Following his passion for travel, he went to the United States to learn English and seek new knowledge.

He was a Mangalarga horse breeder and director of the Breeders Association in the south of the country for several years. In this position, he participated in organizing many horseback routes on local roads.

More information on their website: rideinbrazil.com.

Exploring Brazil on horseback offers excellent opportunities to observe wildlife. Tropical islands, lush jungles, postcard-worthy beaches. All this with the joy and welcoming character of the Brazilian people that will make your horseback vacation unforgettable.