Colombia

6 and 8 night rides exploring Colombia’s coffee region, staying in local guesthouses and hotels.

Where is it?

In the tropical coffee growing provinces of Risaralda & Quindio, to the west of Bogota.

What is it like?

Full of lush vegetation, fruits of every shape and size, colourful birdlife and charming brightly painted towns. Famous for its wax palms, some of which are 60 meters high, and enchanting colonial towns such as Salento and Marsella you will be saturated by culture, scenic landscapes, flora and fauna. The ride base is a typical 150 year old colonial hacienda and most itineraries include a night or two here, with routes taking you off the beaten track, over challenging terrain into the Andes, stopping to spend the night at remote coffee farms, in village hotels, guesthouses and occasionally in ‘glamping’ resorts.

Who does it suit?

If you are after an adventure and keen to explore a buzzing, culturally rich and diverse South American country, try this! Rides are for confident, well-balanced riders – although the pace is not particularly fast, you need to be secure in the saddle over a variety of terrain, happy to take what comes, and fairly fit.

Why we love it

Colombia is full of vibrant colour and tradition, best enjoyed by the horses that have so long been an integral part of their culture.  This is a way to not only see a part of it, but to be a part of it.

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In a Nutshell

Riding
5-8 hours a day
Horses
Colombian criollos, Appaloosa, Paso Fino and Percheron crosses
Pace
Moderate, slow in places due to terrain
Riding Ability
Intermediate to experienced riders only
Weight Limit
90 kg (14st 2lbs)
Group Size
Max 6
Accommodation
Comfortable guesthouses, glamping resorts, 2-3* hotels
2026 Dates
Year round, set dates; see “Key Information” below
2026 Prices
6 night ride from USD 3,050 (approx £2,308) per person; see “Key Information” below
What you'll be doing

Itinerary in Brief

Jewel of Risaralda Ride

Below is an example itinerary. Please ask us for other itineraries.

Day 1

[Fly to Bogota, internal flight to Pereira] You will be met on arrival at Pereira airport and driven about 40 minutes to Rancho Saman. Time to relax and meet the horses before briefing over dinner. Night Rancho Saman.

Day 2

Breakfast and set off by vehicle to the hills of Risaralda province, meeting the horses close to the town of Marsella. Lunch and saddle up for a first afternoon ride into the picturesque town - your first taste of riding in Colombia.

Day 3

A full day ride with a picnic lunch carried in saddlebags. The night is spent at a traditional coffee farm high in the green hills of Risaralda.

Day 4

Breakfast and set off on a stunning ride along the 'manzanillo' trail, with amazing views from the ridge tops, to reach the town of Santa Rosa. Night at a boutique hotel on the edge of town.

Day 5

After tacking up, a long morning ride takes you to a guest ranch a short distance from natural hot springs of Santa Rosa. The afternoon to soak in therapeutic waters, then dinner & night around the camp fire.

Day 6

Breakfast and a full day ride, through forests and past waterfalls, ending at a very comfortable coffee farm where the night is spent. Enjoy a swim in the infinity pool before dinner.

Day 7

Breakfast and set off riding back to Marsella to complete the circuit. The area, once home to the Quimbaya people, is steeped in history. Reaching your accommodation at the end of the day you stable the horses and head to town for dinner.

Day 8

Breakfast then transfer back to Rancho Saman with a chance to visit the local saddlery shop in the nearby town. Then relax by the pool before a farewell dinner. Night Rancho Saman.

Day 9

Breakfast and transfer to Pereira airport for onward travel.
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