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Tips For a Great Horse Safari in Morocco
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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
Where Can You Go on Safari in Morocco?
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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
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
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
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
6 Best Safaris for Swimming with Horses in Africa
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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
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
Top 10 African Horse Safari Love Stories
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“Horses Lend Us the Wings We Lack.” And sometimes, if we’re lucky, those wings have Cupid’s bow following in hot pursuit… Africa’s intoxicating atmosphere and spectacular vistas has been the…
LiancaMarch 7, 2024
Which horse safari is perfect for you?
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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
Nathan’s Solo Botswana Horse Safari – An adventure for the books
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A ride through Botswana's desert and delta is sure to be an adventure of epic proportions. Nathan’s account is nothing short of that - Thrilling rides, extraordinary landscapes and stunning…
african_safariJune 30, 2022
Kriszti and Marcus’ African Ride and Cycle Adventure
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A ride and cycle holiday in the Tuli is the perfect way for your non-riding friends and family to tag along on an African adventure of epic proportions. We interviewed…
african_safariJune 27, 2022
Week in the life of an equestrian volunteer in Africa
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Have you ever wondered just how incredible it would be to volunteer at an African safari stable? Check out Marie’s recount as she walks us through what a typical week…
african_safariJune 24, 2022
Bryony’s Unforgettable Horseback Safari
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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
Bram’s life-changing working holiday in Zimbabwe
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Covid turned Bram’s one-month getaway into a two-month sabbatical, friends into family and Africa into a second home. Check out his story about the working holiday that changed his entire…
african_safariApril 14, 2022
Elena’s life lessons from Egypt
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Nothing quite feeds the soul like a solo horse riding adventure to the depths of the Egyptian desert. But don’t take our word for it; Elena was so hooked, she…
african_safariApril 12, 2022
Rianne’s Tuli Adventure: COVID, Travelling Solo, & All Things Horses
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We keep telling you that horse riding in Africa is addictive but don't take our word for it. Rianne recently got back from an incredible solo equestrian adventure in the…
african_safariAugust 26, 2021
Rianne’s top 7 moments from the saddle – Tuli Horse Safari
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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. What were…
african_safariAugust 26, 2021
Ultimate Gift Guide for the Adventurous Equestrian
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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
Eat Play Ride – Diaries of a solo traveller
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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
Our top 10 Equestrian Instagram Accounts to Follow
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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
Where can you travel in Africa right now?
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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
Why is a Horse Safari the Next Big Thing?
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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
Meet the stars of the show: Part 9 – Tanzania
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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
In the saddle, the true way to explore Tanzania
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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
Meet the stars of the show: Part 8 – Horizon Horseback, Tuli, Botswana
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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
Meet the stars of the show: Part 7 – Horizon Horseback, South Africa
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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
Meet the stars of the show: Part 6 – Wild Coast South Africa
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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
Meet the stars of the show: Part 5 – Kenya with Gordie Church
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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
Meet the stars of the show – Part 4: Namibia
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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
Meet the stars of the show – Part 3: Ants Reserve
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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
Happy Earth Day 2020
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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
A Tale from Namibia in the Saddle
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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
Meet the stars of the show Part 2: Egypt
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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
Meet the Stars of the show – Part 1: Macatoo
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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
10 Must-Watch Horsey Movies
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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
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
Antelope Park welcomes Alex from “Between two ears”
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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
Working Abroad With Horses Will Help When Buying Your First Horse
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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
Why You Should Never Go On A Horse Safari in Africa
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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
Can You Successfully Combine Horse Safari With Non-Riders?
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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
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
10 Best Reasons to go on a Horse Riding Holiday in Africa
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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
We join A Night With the Stars!
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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
Crew Riding for the Wild Coast Race
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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
Possibly the toughest endurance race yet
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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
Life as a Horseback Safari Horse
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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
10 Riders, 14 Horses and 350km of Desert
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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
Horse Riding at Ant’s Hill for Mother – Daughter Catch Up
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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
Between the Ears: Horse Riding in Africa
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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
African Horse Safaris published in Horse Magazine!
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What a treat to read about the joys of an African horse safari over our morning coffee. Thanks Horse Magazine!
african_safariAugust 9, 2016
11 Books for your African Horse Safari
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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
5 Days in the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans
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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
Discovering the dreamy Okavango Delta
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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
10 Reasons You Won’t Regret Riding in the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans
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Being in Bots. With its stunning scenery, abundant wildlife and varied landscapes, Botswana is the place to be right now. Lonely planet is saying it, travel journalists are saying it,…
african_safariJune 20, 2016
If you don’t go you’ll never know
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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
Wildlife Without the Engine
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Knowledge makes a successful booking and a good safari. We aim to provide that knowledge and personal touch which will allow you to find the right African safari and book…
african_safariMarch 12, 2016