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Spain – Kukutana

3 to 7 or more nights staying at a private ‘cortijo’ in Spain’s Donana, an hour south of the city of Seville. Available from mid-September to mid-June (except during the May pilgrimage), private bookings for groups, occasional set dates on offer. Suitable for intermediate to experienced riders, with non-riders also very welcome.
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Where is it?

In Andalucia, south west of Seville, adjoining the Donana National Park.

What is it like?

Kukutana is a privately owned and tastefully restored traditional Spanish ‘cortijo’ or country house, set amongst orange and almond orchards in the Donana, an amazing wetland region in southern Spain much of which is National Park. The house, which was built in the 1920s, has been brought back to life by the Llorente family who have known it for 2 generations and now open it to guests to experience Andalucia. A flat area of wetland marshes leading to the coast, the Donana is famous for its spectacular birdlife and its pine forests, with their long, wide sandy tracks, are perfect for horses. In the centre of the Donana, lies El Rocio, Spain’s “village of the horse” and the site of a pilgrimage in May each year when thousands of riders and horses, with mule carts pulling statues of the virgin, head to pay homage to the Virgin Mary at the El Rocio shrine.

Who does it suit?

Kukutana provides a wonderful base from which to explore the Donana area and is the perfect place for a special family or friends holiday, with riding and other privately guided activities included. Hospitality and attention to detail are by- words as well as a swimming pool, horses family cele which includes the famous sherry producing towns of Jerez and Sanlucar de Barrameda.

Why we love it

Friendly, easygoing and uncomplicated to get to. Run by a very hospitable family team who do their best to look after you 24/7. An ideal place for a group of friends and family, a home from home but with everything done for you with great attention to detail. It’s a lovely area to explore and who can resist riding to the coast…

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In a Nutshell

Riding
3 to 4 hours a day
Horses
Mixed breeds – Andalucian crosses/Anglo-Arab/TBxFrench
Pace
Moderate with good chances to canter
Riding Ability
Intermediate to experienced riders
Weight Limit
About 90kg (14st 2lbs) but please call us to discuss if your weight is close to this
Group Size
Maximum 6 riding (groups of up to 12 including non-riders)
Accommodation
Private Cortijo (family farmhouse)
2026 Dates
Mid September to mid June (excepting the May feria & pilgrimage); dates on request
2026 Prices
3 night stays from 3,630 Euros (approx £3,240) per person
What you'll be doing

Itinerary in Brief

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

Day 1

Arrive Seville. Private transfer to Kukutana. Depending on arrival time lunch & a gentle afternoon ride to get used to the horses. Dinner and night at Kukutana.

Day 2

Breakfast and set off riding along sandy tracks through the pine forest. Stop for tapas beside the impressive "Palacio del Rey" then continue to El Rocio, a town of wide sand tracks, with hitching rails outside each house. Stop for lunch in a local restaurant overlooking the lagoon, where flamingos wade, and the town with its beautiful church - the Santuario Nuestra Senora del Rocio. In the afternoon ride on, meeting the horsebox and trailer in the laste afternoon. Return to Kukutana by vehicle for drinks, dinner and the night.

Day 3

Breakfast while the horses are transported to Matalascanas, on the Atlantic coast. Transfer by vehicle to meet them and set off riding on the pristine beach of Mazagon which stretches for over 20km. Stop for a picnic lunch on the beach and in the afternoon head inland, meeting the back up team close to the forest village of Los Cabezudos. Return by vehicles to Kukutana. Drinks by the private bull ring (no longer in action) before dinner. You may be treated to a display of Flamenco dancing after dinner!

Day 4

Breakfast and perhaps a morning ride, heading along avenues of eucalyptus towards the town on Villamanrique de la Condesa. Return to Kukutana for lunch and to pack up before transfer to the airport. Contact us at info@rideworldwide.com or on tel (+44) (0)1837-82544 / 825440 for further information, detailed itineraries, dates and answers to questions.
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What People Say

I thought it was a lovely trip: just the right length of time for people that don't have that much time - it was possible to pack a lot of riding in! I loved my horse...What is not to love about a sherry tasting evening and exhibition Flamenco and singing? Even though El Rocio was a bit 'full' on the day we went, the restaurant was delicious: on reflection, I think if the pace had been quicker on the way home I might have fallen off. The level of hospitality was unparalleled in my view and I suppose that was reflected in the cost: it is an expensive trip. But for the right group of people I think it would be an absolute winner. I had a lovely time - thank you so much!"
TB (London)
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