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5 Best Places to See Rhino on Horseback

Where to See Rhinos in Africa on Safari? One of the rarest animals in the world, seeing a rhino in the wild is a truly special experience that few people…

LiancaAugust 1, 2024

Horse riding safari and luxury lodge at Borana in Laikipia, Kenyar

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Travel with Purpose: Horse Safaris Making a Difference

By embarking on a horse safari with a cause, you are truly immersed in Africa whilst also contributing to the preservation and future prosperity of these extraordinary landscapes. Horse safaris…

LiancaJuly 1, 2024

Which Horse Safari is for me?Travel Tips Morocco

Tips For a Great Horse Safari in Morocco

Are you thinking of travelling to Morocco? Exploring Morocco on horseback offers a unique perspective on the country’s diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Whether you’re riding through the mountains,…

LiancaJune 19, 2024

Which Horse Safari is for me?Travel Tips Morocco

Where Can You Go on Safari in Morocco?

Best Locations for Horse Riding Safaris in Morocco Did you know you can go on safari in Morocco? Morocco's terrain is as diverse as it is beguiling. Ride through fertile…

LiancaJune 19, 2024

Dive into thrilling family adventures at Borana Lodge. Explore wildlife, landscapes, and unforgettable experiences.

Which Horse Safari is for me?Travel Tips Kenya Tanzania

Top 3 Family Horse Riding Holidays in East Africa

Horse riding holidays in Kenya offer the perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and cultural immersion, making them an ideal choice for family vacations. From the rolling plains of the Masai…

LiancaMay 14, 2024

Enjoy 4 unforgettable family horse riding holidays in Southern Africa. Discover adventure and wildlife on horseback.

Travel Tips Botswana Namibia Zambia Horse Riding Family Holidays

4 Amazing Family Horse Riding Holidays in Southern Africa

Embarking on a horse riding holiday is not just about mastering the reins—it's a doorway to unforgettable family adventures and multi-generational travel experiences. Whether you're a seasoned equestrian or a…

LiancaMay 13, 2024

Join a family horse riding holiday on safari at Ants Nest in South Africa. Explore the wild beauty of Africa together.

Which Horse Safari is for me?Travel Tips South Africa Horse Riding Family Holidays

Top Family Horse Riding Holidays in South Africa

Horse safaris are like stepping into real-life adventure stories, providing a unique and unforgettable experience for family holidays. Horse riding vacations offer families an active, challenging adventure holiday. The slower…

LiancaMay 13, 2024

Which Horse Safari is for me?Botswana Kenya South Africa Uganda Wildlife Focused Horse Safari Scenery Focused Horse Safari

6 Best Safaris for Swimming with Horses in Africa

Do you dream of galloping over endless savannas with herds of zebra and giraffe? Have you always imagined yourself riding alongside the giant tuskers in East Africa or getting nose…

LiancaMay 3, 2024

Girl with horse in turqouise water in Egypt

Tanzania Travel Tips Egypt Kenya South Africa Beach Focus Riding Holidays Horse Riding Family Holidays

Best Beaches in Africa for Swimming With Horses

Africa’s got it all - tropical paradises, deserted beaches, and windswept desert coastlines. Add horses and you have the perfect equestrian escape! Swimming with horses is a bucket list item…

MargotApril 29, 2024

Which Horse Safari is for me?Reviews from our Travellers Botswana Kenya Safari Insights Horse Safaris with Non-riders

Which horse safari is perfect for you?

A horseback safari is a big trip and so it is easy to feel overwhelmed or pressured by the task of getting the decision exactly right. If you are finding…

african_safariFebruary 27, 2024

Which Horse Safari is for me?Reviews from our Travellers Botswana Intermediate Wildlife Focused Horse Safari Desert Focused Horse-Riding Holidays

Nathan’s Solo Botswana Horse Safari – An adventure for the books

How Nathan Explored Botswana’s Desert & Delta from the Saddle A ride through Botswana's desert and delta is sure to be an adventure of epic proportions. Nathan’s account is nothing…

african_safariJune 30, 2022

Which Horse Safari is for me?Reviews from our Travellers Botswana Intermediate Plus Advanced Wildlife Focused Horse Safari Epic Expeditions

Kriszti and Marcus’ African Ride and Cycle Adventure

Inside Kriszti and Marcus’ Journey Through Botswana’s Tuli Wilderness A ride and cycle holiday in the Tuli is the perfect way for your non-riding friends and family to tag along…

african_safariJune 27, 2022

Travel Tips South Africa Intermediate Volunteer With Horses

Week in the life of an equestrian volunteer in Africa

Inside a week as an equestrian volunteer in Africa Have you ever wondered just how incredible it would be to volunteer at an African safari stable? Check out Marie’s recount…

african_safariJune 24, 2022

Which Horse Safari is for me?Reviews from our Travellers Botswana South Africa Intermediate Plus Wildlife Focused Horse Safari

Bryony’s Unforgettable Horseback Safari

Legendary horses, galloping through the bush, tracking lions, delicious food, and amazing guides; sounds like the perfect vacation to us! Check out Bryony’s recount of her epic South Africa and…

african_safariApril 27, 2022

Which Horse Safari is for me?Reviews from our Travellers Zimbabwe Intermediate Volunteer With Horses

Bram’s life-changing working holiday in Zimbabwe

How a working holiday in Zimbabwe reshaped Bram’s journey Covid turned Bram’s one-month getaway into a two-month sabbatical, friends into family and Africa into a second home. Check out his…

african_safariApril 14, 2022

Which Horse Safari is for me?Reviews from our Travellers Egypt Intermediate Plus Desert Focused Horse-Riding Holidays Scenery Focused Horse Safari

Elena’s life lessons from Egypt

What I learned while riding across Egypt with African Horse Safaris Nothing quite feeds the soul like a solo horse riding adventure to the depths of the Egyptian desert. But…

african_safariApril 12, 2022

Which Horse Safari is for me?Reviews from our Travellers Botswana Intermediate Plus Advanced Wildlife Focused Horse Safari

Rianne’s Tuli Adventure: COVID, Travelling Solo, & All Things Horses

Rianne shares her unforgettable journey in Botswana We keep telling you that horse riding in Africa is addictive but don't take our word for it. Rianne recently got back from…

african_safariAugust 26, 2021

Which Horse Safari is for me?Reviews from our Travellers Botswana Intermediate Plus Advanced Wildlife Focused Horse Safari

Rianne’s top 7 moments from the saddle – Tuli Horse Safari

Rianne recently headed out on a solo equestrian adventure. Here are her top moments from her time on Botswana's Tuli Trail and at Horizon Lodge, in South Africa. Top 7…

african_safariAugust 26, 2021

Which Horse Safari is for me?Safari Insights Novice Wildlife Focused Horse Safari Scenery Focused Horse Safari Epic Expeditions

Ultimate Gift Guide for the Adventurous Equestrian

Ultimate gift guide for the adventurous equestrian in your life - With Christmas around the corner, we’ve put together the top 20 gifts for horse riders who love adventure. Looking for…

african_safariDecember 17, 2020

Which Horse Safari is for me?South Africa Safari Insights Intermediate Plus Beach Focus Riding Holidays

Eat Play Ride – Diaries of a solo traveller

Galloping across the endless beaches with your heartbeat matching your horses’ thundering hooves is an adrenaline rush second to none! Karien, headed out on a solo adventure to gallop away her…

african_safariNovember 6, 2020

Safari Fun Wildlife Focused Horse Safari Scenery Focused Horse Safari Epic Expeditions

Our top 10 Equestrian Instagram Accounts to Follow

Horsey people love pictures of horses. Fact. Be it stunning photos of jet-black Friesians, impressive dressage moves, hilarious horse fails or even horse safaris across Africa, we’re all fans. It…

african_safariOctober 22, 2020

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Where can you travel in Africa right now?

Given the current circumstances, many of our clients are wondering: When will I be able to travel to Africa again? The answer - NOW! To make it easy, we have…

african_safariSeptember 14, 2020

Giraffe and horse riders at sunset in Kenya

Featured Travel Tips Botswana Namibia

Why is a Horse Safari the Next Big Thing?

Now that travel restrictions are beginning to lift and people are thinking forward to trips they would like to take, one not to be missed is a horseback safari —…

african_safariJuly 10, 2020

Wildlife Focused Horse Safari Safari Horse Care & Training Tanzania Intermediate Plus Advanced

Meet the stars of the show: Part 9 – Tanzania

Tanzania offers the “Out of Africa” experience most dream of when they imagine a horseback safari in Africa. Fall in love with the horses that can make your dreams of…

african_safariJune 15, 2020

Horses and giraffe in front of Mt Kilimanjaro

Which Horse Safari is for me?Tanzania Intermediate Plus Advanced Wildlife Focused Horse Safari

In the saddle, the true way to explore Tanzania

East Africa is where safaris originated and there is no better way to discover this perfect wilderness than on horseback. Jo, the owner of Kaskazi Horse Safaris in Tanzania, tells…

african_safariJune 12, 2020

Which Horse Safari is for me?Safari Horse Care & Training Botswana Intermediate Plus Advanced Wildlife Focused Horse Safari

Meet the stars of the show: Part 8 – Horizon Horseback, Tuli, Botswana

The Tuli Horse Safari has become one of our firm favourites. This epic horseback journey has brilliant game viewing, varied and exciting scenery. After the week, you're bound to have…

african_safariJune 5, 2020

Which Horse Safari is for me?Safari Horse Care & Training South Africa Novice Intermediate Wildlife Focused Horse Safari Horse Riding Family Holidays

Meet the stars of the show: Part 7 – Horizon Horseback, South Africa

Whether you're looking for the ideal family riding vacation or an introduction to safari life before heading out into the wilds of Botswana, these safari horses will make you fall…

african_safariJune 5, 2020

horse riding on the beach of the Wild Coast

Which Horse Safari is for me?Safari Horse Care & Training South Africa Intermediate Plus Advanced Beach Focus Riding Holidays

Meet the stars of the show: Part 6 – Wild Coast South Africa

Galloping across the endless beaches with your heartbeat matching your horses' hooves thundering over the pristine sand is an adrenaline rush second to none! This week we're falling in love…

african_safariMay 14, 2020

Which Horse Safari is for me?Safari Horse Care & Training Kenya Intermediate Plus Advanced Wildlife Focused Horse Safari

Meet the stars of the show: Part 5 – Kenya with Gordie Church

This week we are going back to where it all started - Kenya. Gordie’s father, Tony Church, helped pioneer the idea of the long-distance horse safari in the 1970s and…

african_safariMay 9, 2020

Which Horse Safari is for me?Safari Horse Care & Training Namibia Intermediate Plus Advanced Desert Focused Horse-Riding Holidays

Meet the stars of the show – Part 4: Namibia

We’re continuing the "Meet the Horses" series in Namibia. This region is not for the faint-hearted. Crisscrossing the Namibian landscape on horseback requires horses that are tough, brave, resilient, a…

african_safariMay 4, 2020

Which Horse Safari is for me?Safari Horse Care & Training South Africa Horse Riding Family Holidays

Meet the stars of the show – Part 3: Ants Reserve

Meet the stars of the show at Ant's Nest situated in the Waterberg area of South Africa, the perfect place for a family-friendly horse safari. The Ant Collection offers a…

african_safariApril 28, 2020

horse riding with pangolin in South Africa

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Happy Earth Day 2020

It is World Earth Day and today we celebrate the amazing continent we are lucky enough to call home. We are unashamedly addicted to Africa and the incredible landscapes and…

african_safariApril 22, 2020

girl on chestnut horse with desert in background

Which Horse Safari is for me?Namibia Safari Insights Intermediate Plus Advanced Epic Expeditions

A Tale from Namibia in the Saddle

A Tale from Namibia in the Saddle: The moment where nothing happened, but everything changed. We often boldly claim that our rides are life changing. But in Karien’s case it…

african_safariApril 17, 2020

White horse galloping with Egyptian Pyramids

Which Horse Safari is for me?Safari Horse Care & Training Egypt Intermediate Plus Advanced Desert Focused Horse-Riding Holidays

Meet the stars of the show Part 2: Egypt

It is so hard to choose horses to feature, but here are a few of our favourite horses and the true stars of the show. This week we are going…

african_safariApril 17, 2020

Safari horses in the Okavango Delta at sunset

Which Horse Safari is for me?Safari Horse Care & Training Botswana Intermediate Plus Advanced Wildlife Focused Horse Safari

Meet the Stars of the show – Part 1: Macatoo

If you follow us, you’ll know we all have a few things in common… We, love to travel, we have a great sense of adventure and love the thrill of…

african_safariApril 10, 2020

Safari Fun Epic Expeditions

10 Must-Watch Horsey Movies

Our 10 must-watch movies for horse lovers! While some of us have a little more time on our hands currently, we thought now might be a great time to trawl…

african_safariMarch 27, 2020

Travel Tips South Africa Safari Insights

Best Exercises For Horseback Riders

Exercises For Horseback Riders Everyone knows horseback riding is a very physical activity. Even during a relatively easy trail ride or trek, you will use your core strength, leg muscles,…

african_safariFebruary 17, 2020

A curious horse gazes at a herd of wildebeest.

Which Horse Safari is for me?Zimbabwe Safari Insights Novice Scenery Focused Horse Safari

Antelope Park welcomes Alex from “Between two ears”

Antelope Park welcomes Alex Calder, the human behind the ears, of Instagram’s @betweentwoears. Introducing Alex With over 30,000 social medial followers, Alex Calder and her thoroughbred Ben share their adventures…

african_safariAugust 20, 2017

Which Horse Safari is for me?Travel Tips South Africa Zimbabwe Volunteer With Horses

Working Abroad With Horses Will Help When Buying Your First Horse

Nervous about buying your first horse? African Horse Safaris will teach you everything from horsemanship, to stable duties, to veterinary care. Taking the plunge and buying your first horse can…

african_safariMay 29, 2017

Horses and riders galloping in the Okavango Delta at Macatoo Lodge

News From Africa Travel Tips Beach Focus Riding Holidays Scenery Focused Horse Safari Horse Safaris with Non-riders

Why You Should Never Go On A Horse Safari in Africa

It means you have to go on horseback safari to Africa, where the sights are nothing much to write home about...

african_safariMarch 13, 2017

Which Horse Safari is for me?Botswana Novice Intermediate Plus Horse Safaris with Non-riders

Can You Successfully Combine Horse Safari With Non-Riders?

Combining Horse Safari With Non-Riders Here at African Horse Safaris we often come across horsey-mad women, men and teenagers desperate to come out to Africa and ride horses, but feel…

african_safariFebruary 3, 2017

Which Horse Safari is for me?Mozambique South Africa Safari Insights Intermediate Beach Focus Riding Holidays

Where in the World is the Best Horse Riding on the Beach?

Where in the World is the Best Horse Riding on the Beach? Beach Riding in Africa Cantering along pristine coastline, the wind in your hair, the sun on your face…

african_safariJanuary 19, 2017

Which Horse Safari is for me?South Africa Safari Insights Wildlife Focused Horse Safari Scenery Focused Horse Safari

10 Best Reasons to go on a Horse Riding Holiday in Africa

1. The breath-taking landscapes A trip to Africa is always something out of this world; there is nowhere else on the planet quite like it. When you journey through an…

african_safariJanuary 8, 2017

News From Africa Zimbabwe Novice

We join A Night With the Stars!

African Horse Safari is very excited about getting involved with the fantastic UK charity called the Mark Davies Injured Riders Fund Charity: www.mdirf.co.uk and their exclusive event: An Evening the…

african_safariNovember 14, 2016

South Africa Intermediate Plus Advanced Beach Focus Riding Holidays Sports Horse Riding Holiday

Crew Riding for the Wild Coast Race

The Wild Coast. What Had I Got Myself Into... I wasn’t quite sure what to expect, or what African Horse Safaris had got me into, as I stepped off the…

african_safariNovember 9, 2016

Which Horse Safari is for me?Safari Insights Intermediate Plus Advanced Beach Focus Riding Holidays Sports Horse Riding Holiday

Possibly the toughest endurance race yet

African Horse Safaris has just returned from 3 unforgettable weeks spent on South Africa’s stunning Wild Coast. The journey was made in order to witness, and be part of Rocket…

african_safariNovember 3, 2016

Safari Horse Care & Training Botswana Namibia South Africa Intermediate Plus Advanced Wildlife Focused Horse Safari

Life as a Horseback Safari Horse

As a horseback safari travel agency, horse welfare is extremely important to us. On launching African Horse Safaris, we agreed that we would only work with operations who meet our…

african_safariSeptember 26, 2016

Which Horse Safari is for me?Namibia Safari Insights Intermediate Plus Advanced Desert Focused Horse-Riding Holidays Epic Expeditions

10 Riders, 14 Horses and 350km of Desert

Horse Riding in Africa - A Lasting Impression Horse riding in Africa is an experience that will leave a lasting impression. There’s no escaping the sense of unbelievable achievement and…

african_safariSeptember 12, 2016

Which Horse Safari is for me?South Africa Safari Insights Scenery Focused Horse Safari Horse Riding Family Holidays

Horse Riding at Ant’s Hill for Mother – Daughter Catch Up

The Ant Collection - Ants Hill After spending 4 fabulous days at Ant’s Hill, it’s easy to see how people fall in love with the place and keep coming back…

african_safariAugust 31, 2016

Which Horse Safari is for me?Scenery Focused Horse Safari

Between the Ears: Horse Riding in Africa

Here's a collection of 'between the ears' shots taken, whilst out horse riding in Africa. We all know some of the best views in the world are seen from the…

african_safariAugust 18, 2016

Safari Fun

African Horse Safaris published in Horse Magazine!

What a treat to read about the joys of an African horse safari over our morning coffee. Thanks Horse Magazine!

african_safariAugust 9, 2016

Safari Fun Intermediate Plus Volunteer With Horses

11 Books for your African Horse Safari

It is unsurprising that many epic and wonderful novels have been set in some of the breath-taking locations you can choose to horse safari in, and the spectacular landscapes Africa…

african_safariAugust 7, 2016

Which Horse Safari is for me?Botswana Safari Insights Intermediate Desert Focused Horse-Riding Holidays

5 Days in the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans

An Adventure Across the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans Wow. Where to begin? What an unforgettable 5 days I’ve just had out in the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans. I wasn’t quite sure what…

african_safariJuly 12, 2016

Which Horse Safari is for me?Botswana Intermediate Plus Advanced Wildlife Focused Horse Safari

Discovering the dreamy Okavango Delta

Ever since first typing the words ‘horse riding safaris in Africa’ into Google, and being met by an image of two horses cantering across the Botswana wetlands with giraffe in…

african_safariJune 30, 2016

Which Horse Safari is for me?Botswana Safari Insights Intermediate Plus Scenery Focused Horse Safari

10 Reasons You Won’t Regret Riding in the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans

Makgadikgadi Salt Pans: 10 Unforgettable Reasons to Ride Here Being in Bots. With its stunning scenery, abundant wildlife and varied landscapes, Botswana is the place to be right now. Lonely…

african_safariJune 20, 2016

Which Horse Safari is for me?Botswana Namibia South Africa Intermediate Wildlife Focused Horse Safari

If you don’t go you’ll never know

Into the Unknown - When I first stepped off the plane in Maun, Botswana, I had to take a deep breath to steady the nervous and excited butterflies that were threatening…

african_safariMay 26, 2016

Horseback safari in the Masai Mara with Offbeat

Which Horse Safari is for me?Botswana Kenya Namibia Tanzania Wildlife Focused Horse Safari Horse Safaris with Non-riders

Wildlife Without the Engine

Experience Wildlife the Way Nature Intended Knowledge makes a successful booking and a good safari. We aim to provide that knowledge and personal touch which will allow you to find…

african_safariMarch 12, 2016

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