1-day horse riding activity, 1 night’s bed and breakfast
The Desert, the Horse and the Rider
History of a cinematic territory
Horse riding route designed for intermediate to advanced riders who have mastered the three gaits of the horse: walk, trot and gallop. REQUIRED LEVEL.
Located in south-eastern Spain, the Tabernas Desert is considered the only true desert in Europe, with over 3,000 hours of sunshine per year and less than 250 mm of rainfall.
It is a 120 km2 area that combines all the scenic attractions of a multitude of arid deserts in other latitudes, which is why it offers an ideal natural setting for filming feature films, series, music videos, commercials and documentaries. Nicknamed the European Hollywood, its landscapes have welcomed Clint Eastwood, Harrison Ford, Claudia Cardinale, Alain Delon and, more recently, Christian Bale, Ariadna Gil, Joaquín Phoenix and Jean Dujardin in films such as Exodus, The Hostile Zone, The Sisters Brothers and Zorro, among many others.
The Tabernas Desert comprises five municipalities, including Santa Cruz, Alboloduy, Gérgal, Gádor and Tabernas, which gave its name to this site in 1989 when it was protected for its geological and natural value.
The itinerary proposed by Malcaminos for this day trip consists of exploring part of the Tabernas Desert, with a visit and lunch in one of the western villages that still exist today and continue to be used for filming, as well as being tourist centres.
Summary:
DAY 1: Arrival at the ranch, accommodation at the ranch inn.
DAY 2: Breakfast, presentation of the horse and departure for the route. Full day. Return to the ranch and end of our services.
Included
– Authorised and qualified guide-instructor
– Compulsory general insurance for the activity
– Horse with saddle and saddlebags
– 1 night – Bed and breakfast.
– Visit and lunch at Mini-Hollywood
Not included
– Personal insurance for each rider (mandatory if the rider does not wish to wear a helmet, recommended for all others)
Dates
2025/2026
Date on request: choice of weekday or weekend. Please write to us using the form below and let us know the details and dates you are interested in.
Accesibility
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Proven experience in all three gaits is required. Designed for intermediate/advanced and experienced riders. It is essential to be comfortable in all three gaits: walk, trot and canter. No refunds will be given if the rider is unable to complete the route due to a lack of experience in long rides, which require a certain level of technical skill and good physical condition.
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Maximum weight: 90 kg.
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You may bring your own horse. In this case, the horse’s overnight stay in a box or paddock with water and fodder is included.
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There are two possible routes. The choice of one or the other depends on the circumstances and environmental conditions on the day of the ride.
Duration
Full day + 1 night’s accommodation (to be chosen before or after the activity).