Horse riding holidays and horse riding safaris in South Africa has so much to offer the independent traveller, family or group looking for a really 'wild' adventure. It doesn't have to be 'hard' to be wild. We have some luxury itineraries to choose from if you prefer a little of the home comforts whilst on your horseback safari!
The prime reason for people wanting to ride in South Africa is to see game and a horse riding holiday is THE best way to see the wildlife. You can get VERY close to the animals without scaring them away, in the capable hands of your local guides.
Located at the southern tip of Africa, South Africa is an impressive melting-pot of sunshine, beaches (some even have penguins on them), astonishing mountain scenery in the Waterburg and Drakensberg Area, sprawling national parks such as the Kruger National Park and small villages alternated with big thriving cities full of sharply dressed businessmen.
Combine all of this with horse riding holidays, sunshine, ‘braai’ and rugby and you’ve found a perfect travel destination. The Western cape, one of the nine regions, is mostly known for Cape Town an exciting city on a fabulous location.
Horse riding holidays are our main concern here and there is something for everyone. From the nervous beginner through to the advanced rider looking to ride with the game.
The horse riding holidays on offer consist of both trail and stationary rides, both very different but both with their own merits. We are also able to now offer you horse riding in very different locations. Riding through the bushveld being very close to nature, never quite knowing what is around the next corner is an exciting way to ride. Whether you choose to stay in a luxury safari lodge or one of the more modest locations you will love the up close and personal feel of this type of ride. The other option is the wide open plains and mountain ranges. This has a very different feel and atmosphere to the bushveld style of riding. With stunning views from every angle and exhilarating canters, gallops and breathtaking climbs this is also a wonderful way to see South Africa.
Take a look at what we have to offer, choose your favourite horse riding holiday and the contact us. We will ensure that you have chosen the 'right' ride for you and then make all the arrangements to ensure you have the horse riding holiday of a lifetime in South Africa.
South Africa - Situated on the southern tip of the African continent, South Africa has often been described as a world in one country. It has a wealth of natural beauty, pristine wilderness areas, warm and friendly people, cosmopolitan cities and excellent infrastructure - making South Africa a favourite safari destination. South Africa is bordered to the north by Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe, to the north-east by Mozambique and Swaziland. Lesotho is contained entirely inside the borders of South Africa.
History & Background: Europeans set up a halfway station for ships travelling to the East at the Cape of Good Hope in the 17th century. The Dutch were the first to govern until the English took over in the 18th century. In 1948, the Afrikaner-dominated National Party came into power, implementing Apartheid, designed to segregate racial groups and repress the black population. South Africa is one of the most ethnically diverse countries in Africa, and has the largest white population on the continent. Racial and ethnic strife have played a large role in much of the country's history and politics. Resistance led by the African National Congress (ANC) prompted the first democratic elections in 1994. Under charismatic leader Nelson Mandela, the country then started its slow growing curve towards a better life for all its citizens.
Best Game Viewing and Travel Months: The northern regions are best enjoyed during winter from May through to September. The temperatures are mild, the bush is dry and less dense and the wildlife viewing superb. This is where the Kruger National park is situated which has fair game viewing from November to May, good game viewing in June and July and excellent game viewing in August to October. The southern parts are most pleasant during summer from October to March. Days are hot and sunny and you can’t beat Cape Town weather in December through to March. The best time to see the flowers of the Cape is in Spring. Whales arrive along the Cape Town coast from July onwards – the best place in the world to view the Southern Right whales from the Coastline.
