Boa Vista Horse Riding Experience

Activities

Boa Vista, Cape Verde

from 85 reviews
4.7/5
Free Cancellation
Language: English , Italian
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Duration:2 hours
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Horse ride along the beach and coast
Choose from different lengths
Suitable for all the family
Romantic ride for couples

What to expect

Galloping along the golden sands of Boa Vista's beaches is as exhilarating as it gets. You can choose from an hour-long horse ride for beginners, or a 90-minute adventure for intermediates. It's an experience that gets you back in touch with nature the environmentally-friendly way.The open stretches of beaches that wind their way along Boa Vista's coastline will be your picture-perfect setting for a horse ride. Let the cobwebs be blown away by the sea breeze as you canter along the sand and take in the panoramas from your new, higher vantage point.You'll be teamed up with your horse down at the stables and given all the equipment you need to ride off into the distance. It's great for adults and kids alike, so the whole family can join in on this one, or make it a romantic ride for two.

What's included

Transport
Equipment
Instructor

What to remember

Maximum weight is 90kg for beginners and 80kg for intermediate riders
Wear closed shoes and bring water
Please choose the 1-hour option for beginners or the 90-minute ride for intermediates
Please wait outside your hotel for pick-up. Guests staying in either Riu Karamboa or Riu Palace will be picked up at the roundabout outside the Riu Palace
Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time

Provider

TUI CAPE VERDE

Booking Fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation Fee

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins
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Excellent

4.7/5
Based on 86 reviews from verified customers
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liz peace

March 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as As a couple - 38 years old

Excellent

Excellent experience, the staff looked after me from start to finish, I went alone so I was a little nervous. The horses seemed well cared for and healthy. The staff explained everything and helped me mount and dismount a I haven’t been riding for over 20years. The staff took photos of me, which I was delighted about and this was all planned into the experience. I would highly recommend this trip.
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Ci

February 2025
From United Kingdom
Traveled as With friends

Excellent

I loved the experience! The guide was super nice!
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Emma R

February 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as As a couple - 23 years old

Excellent

Great experience, lovely people gorgeous horses well looked after would recommend this for any horse lover
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Debbie P

February 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as As a couple - 43 years old

Great

The horses were fit, well cared for and well behaved You need to be an experienced rider who is confident galloping in open spaces Titling the ride as for intermediate riders risks people signing up who are not experienced enough There was a young girl on my ride who was frightened after a long canter which meant she didn’t want to go fast The guide did let me gallop ahead but it meant I missed out on the fast paced ride I was looking forward to The guide suggested this happens quite a lot
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Sal loves holidays

February 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as As a couple - 44 years old

Excellent

This horse riding was absolutely amazing. Considering I was unsure I really enjoyed it. The staff were excellent and keep asking us if we were ok. The scenery was lovely and our horses were well looked after and very good behaviour. It was such an enjoyable experience, so relaxing with a feeling of freedom in beautiful Boa Vista, I just love it here ??
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Jeanie

January 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as As a couple - 35 years old

Excellent

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Sally K

January 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as As a couple - 36 years old

Excellent

Horses were in good condition, guides very friendly . We did the beginners one as one of our party doesn’t ride. Happy to recommend
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Mel Kilbey

November 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as With family

Great

We really enjoyed our ride on the beach. My only concern and comment would be…I felt that the guys could have been a little bit friendlier and treat the poor horses better…the horses looked like they could do with some food and tlc. Other than that…it was a good experience. Thank you
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SL

November 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as With family - 33 years old

Average

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John D

October 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as With friends - 43 years old

Average

The guide came straight to me and said I have a question for you how much you weigh I said around 91 kg he said you can’t ride I said ok and walked with my party and didn’t mind but when we got back to the pickup drop off point a larger person was being mounted onto a horse no questions asked I did complain to the TUI rep that the rule must be in place for all, she said she would chase this up and log a complaint on my behalf but I haven’t heard anything back
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B

October 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as As a couple - 14 years old

Excellent

I really enjoyed the experience. The guys kept us safe and also checked in on us every moment. They also took lovely photos of me and my partner and we truly enjoyed the whole experience!
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Phillipa

October 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple - 9 years old

Great

Met opposite the bus stop, just a man walked up with the horses. The guides English was very limited, as it was just him and I this was a shame. The assessment of riding was very brief (asked ‘got gallop’). Would’ve enjoyed a bigger, fitter horse as mine didn’t seem keen to do the higher speeds of the intermediate ride and was small for an adult. We did around 6miles in exactly 90 mins, along the dunes behind the beach then a few (short) gallops along the beach.
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Julie

September 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as As a couple - 37 years old

Excellent

Absolutely loved it. Helmets provided and horses in really good condition. Walked onto beach, through the water and guide took photos and videos on our phones. Bucket list ticked off
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Jason5002

September 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple - 37 years old

Great

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Leah

August 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as With family - 7 years old

Excellent

Absolutely brilliant, horses were all lovely and the guides were so friendly! But like others have said don’t do the intermediate ride if you’re not confident galloping on an unknown horse as it is a fast paced ride.
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Claire

August 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as With family - 28 years old

Excellent

Great trip , really enjoyed it . Well looked after .
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Steve

July 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as As a couple - 53 years old

Excellent

Every was as described. Staff were amazing!!
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TC & IM

July 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as As a couple - 2 years old

Excellent

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Penny

July 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as Alone - 44 years old

Excellent

Prompt collection from my hotel, time spent explaining do’s and don’ts, and also time spent reassuring one novice rider. A perfect way to start my holiday and to see a bit more of the beautiful beaches
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The Peaches

May 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as As a couple - 43 years old

Excellent

We were a little confused as to where to go, but the guy found us and ushered us to the start. They were through and although my husband had never ridden a horse before looked after us and we felt safe. All in all we enjoyed it.
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Joy

April 2024
From United States of America

Excellent

Thoroughly enjoyed the horse riding. Not a lover of horses but determined to give it a go. Guide put me at ease and would recommend the beginners trip. Be warned, the advice is to take water but use a backpack, not a bag as there is nowhere to put it, great fun
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George D

April 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as With family - 25 years old

Excellent

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Swidge

March 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as As a couple - 35 years old

Excellent

My guide was calm kind and reassuring (I haven’t ridden in many years). The horse I rode was responsive and gentle. When I gained my confidence back and felt comfortable we were able to gallop several times. The horses were clearly healthy and well loved as were the guides lovely dogs who came with us. The only thing I would change is mounting the horse, I’m small and not as fit as I was years ago so I would have preferred to use a mounting block.
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Catherine Lord

March 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as With friends - 29 years old

Excellent

It was on the expensive side, but we absolutely loved it, the guides were brilliant and we laughed the whole way through. Thoroughly recommend it!!
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Anonymous

March 2024
From United States of America

Excellent

Absolutely amazing the lads are caring and helpful.Always felt very safe .Would recommend.
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Apryl

February 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as As a couple - 20 years old

Excellent

I would highly recommend I had a wonderful ride galloping on the sand the horses are great very easy to handle. My guide was lovely . Just to make things go smoothly if you cannot gallolp then go with beginners ride.
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V and S Gardner

January 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as As a couple - 52 years old

Excellent

We had to try horse ?? riding as never been on a horse before, took the beginners ride and it was really lovely ride along the beach ??, he made sure we were both happy and safe and took some lovely pictures and a video with my phone for us, very happy
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Dav

January 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as With family - 23 years old

Excellent

We had a great time. All guides were friendly and supportive with giving advice of how to handle the horse. The main guide with very humours. And the horses seemed very well looked after. The route we rode was very pretty. We got great pictures and even better memories.
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Knight

December 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple - 31 years old

Great

Host was friendly, supportive and engaging. Made the riding a great experience for quite a nervous rider. Thank you
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El

December 2023
From United States of America
Traveled as With family - 8 years old

Excellent

Meet the guide at the Rui Palace round about because Tui doesn’t tell you this and we waited at our Rui Karboa hotel round about
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Elaine

December 2023
From United States of America
Traveled as As a couple - 54 years old

Excellent

Lovely experience. Horses well looked after. Felt very safe. The guides all very friendly and helpful
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Edward

December 2023
From United States of America
Traveled as As a couple - 45 years old

Great

The description of intermediary is definitely NOT correct- they mean very experienced- re someone use to galloping on soft sand etc on a beach. Also they meet you with the horses at the RIU Palave roundabout.
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Rachel

November 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple - 15 years old

Excellent

i thoroughly enjoyed this however after speaking to the main guide, we had booked intermediate as we both have ridden before numerous times. He explained to us that the Intermediate Horse Riding Experienced is more advanced and that it is a lot of galloping and free running. This isn't explained in the description so we had to change to beginners. This was no fault of the guide at all, it is more the description on TUI Experiences. He explained this happens a lot.
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Anonymous

October 2023
From United States of America

Excellent

Amazing experience staff were great.horses were in great condition. Loved it would do it again.Would recommend.
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Hughes

October 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as With family - 21 years old

Great

Enjoyed the pictures and the walking in the sea. Was on the beginners but all of us have ridden before.
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Rachael

September 2023
From United States of America
Traveled as Alone - 13 years old

Excellent

I don’t know if I truly knew what to expected, but it absolutely exceeded expectations. What an amazing experience from start to finish. The guides are so friendly and fill you with confidence, and the experience itself is a true once in a lifetime experience (unless you book a second time, like I did straight after the first… ??) Thank you to the guides, can’t wait to see you again…
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Mrs Shepherd

September 2023
From United States of America
Traveled as As a couple - 17 years old

Excellent

Unforgettable horse riding experience , We booked through the app before arrived to Boa Vista A short stroll to the meeting point, Here, our equine companions, guided by experienced handlers, made their entrance. Our journey began along the picturesque beach, where we had opportunity to ride through the gentle waves and pass by the charming beach bar. The guides not only ensured our safety but also took the time to capture precious moments by snapping photos and shooting videos, for us.
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Stevie Be

July 2023
From United States of America
Traveled as With family - 28 years old

Excellent

On time pick up right outside the hotel (RIU Palace). Guides were knowledgeable and helpful. We did the beginners 1 hour and it was really enjoyable. Horses were fantastic and well behaved. Our son (12 years old) came along having never ridden a horse…. and he loved it! Safe, fun, and a great way to see some of the Boa Vista coastline.
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Carol

July 2023
From United States of America
Traveled as Alone

Excellent

Great guides amazing ride highly recommend
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Paul

July 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple - 34 years old

Great

Neve been on a horse before, so it was great teaching to start with the basics. The guide was very understanding with good knowledge, could of been a bit longer as 1hr was over very quickly. Great experience to go on.
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Oliver and Penny

June 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple - 5 years old

Excellent

It was perfect! Guides were very informative and friendly, the romantic picnic at the end of was spot on and a perfect way to end our holiday. No bad words to say, I couldn’t recommend this more!!! The guides really cared about the horses and your experience. The guide got some amazing pictures of us and was so friendly throughout.
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Sarah

June 2023
From United States of America
Traveled as With friends - 35 years old

Excellent

Lovely experience and very friendly staff
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Jade C

June 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as Alone - 8 years old

Excellent

This experience was amazing! Every aspect from the friendliness of the staff and guides to the route we took and the galloping opportunities. Horses were very well looked after and easy to ride.We galloped across sand dunes and walked along the beach.Absolute bliss! The only thing that let it down was the fact there was one rider in the group who lied and could not ride well enough for the intermediate option and this caused quite a few problems!But not staff fault, were very apologetic about it
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Casper

May 2023
From United States of America
Traveled as As a couple

Great

Ride itself was ok, just the owner of the horses kept making comments regarding my riding abilities and was quite rude
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Helen

April 2023
From United States of America
Traveled as As a couple - 38 years old

Excellent

Fantastic experience riding over the beach. The beginners ride is based on the least experienced with the pace set for them making it safe for all abilities. The guide Syd was friendly and fun and ensured everyone's safety
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Val Swindell

April 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple - 49 years old

Excellent

Thoroughly enjoyed it. I am an experienced rider but just wanted to amble over the beach and enjoy the scenery and the sea so chose the 1 hour walking trip. The guide was professional and knowledgeable. He clearly loves his horses and they are in excellent condition and very gentle. A lovely hack for both experienced and inexperienced alike.
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milancherifi@gmail.com

March 2023
From United States of America
Traveled as With friends - 25 years old

Excellent

This was my first time to try horse riding. The staff was very friendly and helpful. They give us a safety instructions and explain everything about the ride and horses. Was an amazing experience and a great lifetime memory.
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jannlel

March 2023
From United States of America
Traveled as With friends - 44 years old

Great

dont take water as suggested by tui as there is nowhere to leave it and not needed anyway
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JC

February 2023
From United States of America
Traveled as With friends - 6 years old

Excellent

The activity was well organised. The guides were lovely and made us feel at ease as beginner riders. The horses were calm and gentle with us. Would highly recommend this activity!
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Michelle H

February 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as With friends - 22 years old

Excellent

Amazing and chilled experience
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Anonymous

January 2023
From United States of America

Excellent

Beautiful, well kept, willing horses. A very good guide who speaks fluently in several languages and explains how the ride will be delivered. Please note this is genuinely a ride for experienced riders, the horses are fast and need to be handled safely with riding know how.
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Mills

January 2023
From United Kingdom
Traveled as With friends - 43 years old

Excellent

Experienced staff, well mannered pony’s and beautiful scenery…. Well worth doing it…you won’t be disappointed if you can’t ride and want a go then book the hour trip…if you book the 1.5 then be prepared to gallop along the dunes but you need to be an experienced rider…
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L

December 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as With friends - 31 years old

Excellent

The horses seemed to be in good shape and knew what they were doing. The guide advised the format etc Due to the nature of the terrain in my opinion the weight limit is too high and should be reduced to 80kg on the experienced group as the dunes are very deep, don’t expect a European ride. Enjoyable experience for sure
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Anna

December 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple - 25 years old

Excellent

Really enjoyed horses were well behaved and good for beginners. If you’re an experienced rider like myself maybe this one is not for you. But saying that my husband loved it. And was nice to do this together.
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Natalia

December 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as Alone - 26 years old

Excellent

Very good safety procedures, the main guide was very thorough to make sure we are matched with right horses and the pace is adequate to our skills
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Carl&Chris

December 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple - 18 years old

Great

would have liked to be taught more how to ride, and maybe go a bit faster
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Amanda

December 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple - 31 years old

Average

When booking it doesn’t state beginners/ intermediate/experienced riders. My boyfriend had never ridden before and I am experienced so when we arrived the guide questioned why I had brought my boyfriend on a hack for experienced riders, he did accommodate my boyfriend by giving him a calm horse and took him a different way to the rest of us which I was very happy about. The other guide however was careless, From a rocky walk to full gallop too much too soon!! So riders beware!!
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Chloe

December 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple - 21 years old

Excellent

Fantastic! I booked the 90 minute intermediate horse riding through TUI when I last visited Boa Vista about 4 years ago and loved it, so booked again this time round and loved it again. The guides were both really friendly and welcoming, and the horses were clearly all well cared for. I have been riding for 30 years and my horse was a joy to ride and very well trained. We got to have a few really nice canters through the dunes and the ride along the beach and in the sea was very memorable.
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Sarah

November 2022
From United States of America
Traveled as Alone - 15 years old

Great

I had booked through the app so didn't know where to wait as the instructions said wait outside your hotel to be picked up I was then late after running up the road to see if anyone was there and there they were ! The guide wasn't happy I was late but I got on the horse and the horse ride was lovely. The horses were safe and knew the route and just followed each other lovely way to start the morning !
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Mel

November 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as With family

Excellent

Brilliant, they bring the lovely horses to the hotel
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Steve Nichols

November 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple - 42 years old

Excellent

Excellent with the guys always using safety in mind
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Julie

November 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple - 33 years old

Excellent

If you’re a horse rider and want to gallop on sandy beaches and go up sandy dunes definitely for you… horses amazing and great ride!
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Mrs Meigh

November 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple - 10 years old

Excellent

The horses were well looked after and guides were very knowledgeable. Excellent experience
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Leah

October 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple - 3 years old

Excellent

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Caz3180

October 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as Alone - 25 years old

Great

The guide was very knowledgeable and spoke good English he showed us the basics of horse riding how to hold the reins and suchlike we were a small group of three making it easy to monitor all of us he knew I felt a little uncomfortable and was struggling a bit and made a special effort to keep an extra eye on me
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Diane W

October 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as Alone - 33 years old

Excellent

I was initially scare has I have never ridden a horse before. Upon meeting the guide, the horses appeared slightly stressed. The guide asked me to meet them on the beach. The guide made me feel completely at ease and gave me clear instructions, the horses were calm and I felt completely safe throughout the excursion. The guide was accommodating with taking plenty of photos to record this remarkable experience. I would definitely recommend anyone travelling to CV to give it a try
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G Johal

September 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as With family - 25 years old

Excellent

Overall, TUI are fantastic and I would recommend them and would use them again! It's so reassuring to see them around in their uniforms and know they're available if necessary. I needed an iron and a lovely lady called Hannah gave me her own to use without any questions. The hotel unfortunately didn't have one. I marked down on the staff because 1 of the ladies in a high plaited ponytail wasn't friendly and could have come across approachable that's miner compared to the overall experience
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Clare

September 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple - 36 years old

Excellent

An absolutely amazing experience, the guys were so helpful and as a first time rider made me feel so at ease, definitely recommend this
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Jimmey

September 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple - 16 years old

Excellent

Loved this experience, the guides where amazing and the animals lovely. There no experience quite like riding a horse on golden beaches looking at the sights of boavista. Would highly recommend for anyone. The staff are happy, lovely and go out of their way to help you
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Karen Bradley

September 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as With family - 34 years old

Great

Really helpful guide , taken lots of photos for us , enjoyable experiance
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Freya

July 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as Alone - 16 years old

Great

It was good but it was hard to know what was going on as the guide spoke little English. Having only been on a horse once before this I was a bit nervous and not being able to get reassurance wasn’t ideal.
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Joy

July 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as Alone - 13 years old

Excellent

Staff was really friendly and informative throughout the whole experience. Before even taking off he made sure to go through all safety precautions for everyone participating to ensure nobody would be put in danger with the animals. He made sure throughout the whole 90 minutes that we all felt safe and comfortable with the horses and surroundings.
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Joe

July 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple - 11 years old

Excellent

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Elle

June 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple - 7 years old

Excellent

Great experience the tour guide was amazing very helpful and took lots of photos and videos and the horses are very well kept and friendly.
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Ryan Brown

May 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple - 7 years old

Excellent

A very unique experience, especially riding the horses in the sea.
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Anna

May 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple - 26 years old

Excellent

Great guide, very helpful with the horses and took plenty of photos for us. Beautiful scenery. Horses very tamed and easy to ride. Relaxing. Definitely recommended!
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Alec

May 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as With friends - 22 years old

Excellent

The guide catered the trip to our experience level
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Garon

May 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as With friends - 27 years old

Great

I booked for my friend and I and found it was just us on this booking which was really nice. There were 2 guides, one leading the way and one was helping me a lot and was even walking alongside at the beginning as I was a complete beginner. My friend knew how to ride already. The guides were friendly and made it easy for me to understand how to ride the horse. We only ever walked. The horses are well cared for. The tour itself led us to the beach and you ride along the sea front for a distance before taking some photos with our camera phones and turning back. Overall a hour long experience which went by quickly. My first experience of a horse so fully enjoyed it and worth it. For those who have ridden a horse before you might find the lack of getting beyond walking pace might put you off but the view does make up for it.
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Darren

May 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple

Excellent

First time riding on a horse and I enjoyed the experience especially going along the lovely sandy beaches, very picturesque.
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Dai from Wales

April 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple - 36 years old

Excellent

Sydney and the other lads where fabulous from start to finish they where polite and nothing was to much the horses are beautiful and well cared for will definitely book again .
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Kelly

April 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as With family - 22 years old

Excellent

Amazing experience. Great set of guys, both helpful and entertaining. The horses are beautiful and well kept. Would definitely recommend this experience. Suitable for all riders, as the horses are well behaved and as for the advanced riders, the rides are basic but the views are stunning.
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Natasha

March 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as With family - 14 years old

Great

Well looked after, polite horses - great experience and very pretty scenery.
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Mon

March 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as Alone - 17 years old

Excellent

Loved the riding on the beach. I’ve got riding experience so I was lucky that the ride was tailored for me and I got to have a gallop on the beach. Staff were very attentive but I felt we were asking a lot of questions such as the age of the horses, where they came from etc. It would been great for them to let us know about the horses and their personalities and how they ride. All in all a fantastic horse riding experience. Would recommend.
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Nick from Southampton

February 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as As a couple

Excellent

It was all excellent. The guide was very careful and understanding and adapted for our experience and knowledge. Everything was perfect.
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Christine Leigh

February 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as With family - 45 years old

Excellent

Friendly staff and knowledgeable of the area and it’s history. Very accommodating. Provided a “quiet” horse for me as I wasn’t as experienced as my daughter who came with me!!
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Sunny

January 2022
From United Kingdom
Traveled as With family - 7 years old

Excellent

I believe our main guides name was Sydney, him and his colleagues were exemplary, they made sure we were safe and checking on us throughout the tour , they took us to a very scenic area to take pictures and they took pictures for us too. They were a lovely bunch and it was a very enjoyable experience especially for the 1st time horse riding

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