The best horseback riding vacations,
all around the world.

Curated journeys for discerning riders, from the dunes of Dubai to
the mountains of Patagonia.

The best horseback riding vacations,
all around the world.

Curated journeys for discerning riders, from the dunes of Dubai to
the mountains of Patagonia.

Premium Destinations


Al Maha Desert Resort, Dubai

Al Maha Desert Resort

Dubai, United Arab Emirates


Set within the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, Al Maha offers private desert villas, Arabian horse riding, wildlife drives, camel treks, and spa, blending luxury with Arabian heritage.

Jakotango, Northern Patagonia

Jakotango

Northern Patagonia, Argentina


Jakotango Riding Safaris offers multi-day horseback adventures through Patagonia, blending remote landscapes, gaucho culture, and immersive experiences for experienced riders.

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Offbeat Riding Safaris, Kenya

Offbeat Riding Safaris

Kenya


Offbeat Riding Safaris offers experienced riders a unique adventure through Kenya’s wilderness, combining long-distance horseback safaris with close encounters with wildlife and authentic mobile tented camps.

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We curate. You book direct.


We don’t sell trips or take commissions. Every destination here has been ridden and vetted by our team, then it’s yours to book directly with the operator, at no additional cost. Small businesses keep 100% of their fees, and you deal with the people who’ll actually saddle your horse.

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Explore by Region


Europe

Explore Europe

Rolling pastures, ancient trails, Andalusian warmth.

North America

Explore North America

Wide-open ranges, cowboy culture, mountain wilderness.

South America

Explore South America

Andean estancias, gaucho trails, Patagonian wilds.

Central America

Explore Central America

Highland haciendas, volcano views, warm hospitality.

Caribbean

Explore Caribbean

Beach rides, turquoise water, island warmth.

Middle East

Explore Middle East

Desert dunes, Arabian horses, oasis luxury.

Africa

Explore Africa

Safari plains, coastal trails, bushveld horizons.

Asia

Explore Asia

Steppe horizons, mountain kingdoms, nomadic cultures.

Oceania

Explore Oceania

Outback stations, rainforest edges, coastal rides.

Caroline, founder of Equestrian Destinations

Our Founder

Caroline didn’t choose horses — horses chose her.

The daughter of a diplomat, she was in the saddle by age 4 and spent her childhood riding in WWII-era saddles in Poland, keeping two ponies just outside Rome, and carrying the smell of the stables with her through every country her father’s postings took her to. Life eventually pulled her away for nearly 15 years — but her daughter’s desire to ride brought her back.

It was her mother who first handed her the reins, and her mother’s final gift — a school horse named Parker — that kept Caroline connected to horses. Years later, a devastating fall left doctors predicting a wheelchair. Caroline told them she’d be getting back on her horse. She did. Not everyone gets a second chance; Caroline knows that, and she intends to use every mile of hers curating the best places to ride, all around the world.

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The standard a destination has to meet


01 Authenticity

Vetted in the saddle.

Every destination is checked by our team of expert riders before it earns a place on this site — so you know exactly what to expect before you go.

02 Adventure

Worth the journey.

Cantering alongside zebras, crossing glacial streams — we champion the rides that change the rider.

03 Accessibility

A ride for every rider.

From beginners to lifelong riders, and from gentle day rides to multi-day expeditions, there’s a journey here to match your pace.

04 Stewardship

Conservation-minded.

We favor partners who protect the land and the herds, and who pay their wranglers a real wage.

Stories


Stories