Horseback Riding Vacations in Brazil

Brasil: The Giant of the Tropics

Brazil is the largest nation in South America. It covers nearly half of the surface of the South American continent. And it is the fifth largest country in the whole world. The landscapes are as diverse as the people who inhabit it and their cultures that have their special appeal.

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

The Brazilian territory comprises 3 large topographic units:

• The Amazon River basin that occupies almost a third of the country.
• The Brazilian Highlands that occupies the remaining two-thirds.
• The Guiana Shield, to the north, of which only a part belongs to Brazil.

This country is widely acclaimed for the sheer abundance and diversity of plant and animal life. It is home to 65% of the Amazon Rainforest, although deforestation is advancing at worrying levels, contributing to climate change.

Brazil is considered to have the greatest biodiversity of any country on the Planet.

The great variety of endemic plant and animal species is mainly due to its wide territory, its varied geography and climate. Native wildlife includes toucans, macaws, howler monkeys, pink dolphins or sea turtles, among other animals.

Equestrian tourism in Brazil

The variety of natural habitats in Brazil is spectacular and much of the land remains unexplored. The diverse environments and the variety of climates make this country a captivating place to be explored on the back of a horse.

When you travel around Brazil, you see horses everywhere.

According to the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE), there are almost 6 million of these animals in the country, what means that Brazil has the fourth largest herd in the world. Many of these horses are of mixed origin and are often used for cattle work.

Brazil is home to many spectacular ecosystems, such as the Amazon rainforest. This is an exotic place for horse riding holidays and not only for the diversity of its wildlife, the dazzling landscapes and its warm climate, but also for the fascinating culture.

For adventurous travellers, Brazil is an amazing country with numerous opportunities for horse riding vacations.

In addition to horseback riding on trails and equestrian adventures through the rainfores, there are many more riding activities. You can work with cattle on the ranches, learn traditional riding abilities and other riding disciplines.

The landscapes are so diverse, they never repeat and they are never boring to watch. Tasty food, the welcoming culture and tropical climate make Brazil a paradise for equestrian holidays.

Do not miss the rides on its incredible and immense white beaches along the sea, which is sometimes green, sometimes blue.

Horse riding holiday proposals in Brazil

Brazil offers a wide range of possibilities, take your time to choose your destination and remember you will have to come back more than once to discover it all.

Ampascachi Horse Riding Holidays has selected some suppliers of Equestrian Tourism that should be taken into consideration to know the best of Brazil on horseback.

Entre Orejas

Founded by Paul Coudenys, this Equestrian Tourism company organizes riding holidays and Equestrian Expeditions in different Latin American countries.

The story of Paul Coudenys is very interesting. He had the chance to travel around various places in the world and to go horse riding in 53 different countries, which makes him one of the most experienced riders in the world.

The tours organized by “Entre Orejas” are characterized by a close contact with the Latin American culture. Paul’s charm and kindness, in addition to his knowledge of 6 languages, make it possible for riders from all over the world to understand the history of every place they visit.

Their riding programs

Entre Orejas is constantly adding new itineraries. At present, they have tours in Mexico, Colombia, Chile, Brazil and Argentina.

They currently offer 5 equestrian holidays in Brazil:

• Gaucho do Brasil Trail Ride: A route designed for those riders looking for a exciting experience living the gaucho way of life and riding gaucho style. (8 days / 6 on horseback).
• Pantanal Trail Ride Safari: A riding holiday for nature & wildlife lovers, a trip where you imagine yourself in the middle of a National Geographic documentary! (8 days / 6 on horseback).
• Coconut Trail Ride: Discover the northeastern part of Brazil on horseback, with its Big dunes, its stunning beaches and its typical fishing villages. Caipirinha and a lot of fun in the sun! (9 days / 7 on horseback).
• The Colonial Trail Ride: Discover Colonial Brazil riding a horse through the South-Eastern State of Minas Gerais. You will ride with one of its most precious national horse breeds, the Mangalarga Marchador. (9 days / 7 on horseback).
• The Brazilian Outback: A 7-day equestrian adventure following the footsteps of Lampião; the Brazilian equivalent of Jesse James or Pancho Villa. You can extend this trip with 4 extra riding days on the stunning palm beaches of northeast Brazil.

Characteristics of their rides:

• Horses: Depending on the itinerary, you will ride Brazilian Criollo, Pantaneiro or Mangalarga Marchador horses.
• Saddles: Depending on the horse breed, they use gaucho, Pantaneiro or Australian saddles.
• Riding level: For intermediate to experienced riders. You should be confident on a horse at all paces.
• Weight: Riders weight limit: 100 kg.
• Age: Minimum age is 12 years, only allowed if accompanied by an adult.
• Group size: It varies according to the ride.

Get more information on this website: www.entreorejas.org.

Ride in Brazil

They are one of the first operators specialized in horse riding holidays in Brazil.Started organizing riding holidays 15 years ago.

Rides along the beaches in Salvador de Bahia.

They will make sure you are satisfied and feel confident with your riding program and will suggest which rides are right for you and show you the history, culture and traditions of northern Brazil.

Ride in Brazil offers a wide range of riding tours:

• Amazon Horse Ride
• Bahía Beach Horse Ride
• Canyons and Waterfalls Horse Ride
• Darwin’s Rainforest Mountains-to-Sea Horse Ride
• The Coffee Trail

The owners:

She also did dressage with an Olympic horse trainer 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 unite two of his greatest passions: horses and travel. She then became a partner of Ride in Brazil, with the aim to promote equestrian holidays in Brazil.

During some years, he bred Mangalarga horses and was the director of the Breeders Association in the south of the country. During that time, he participated in the organization of many equestrian routes on local trails.

Further programs and information on their website: rideinbrazil.com.

Horseback riding in Brazil offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities. Tropical islands, lush jungles, picture-postcard beaches. On top of that, the friendly spirit of Brazilian people, who will make your Horse Riding Holidays a true joy.

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