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Tarifa has become known as 'the Wind Capital' for many different reasons. Its wind reliability probably tops them all.It is very difficult to have two consecutive non windy days, as the detailed comparative chart shows.

Horse-riding has a long tradition in Spain and is specially pleasant in Tarifa, thanks to its wide beaches and natural environment.

There are several places where you can take lessons and hire beautiful Andalusian horses. We personally recommend speaking to Christina at Aventura Ecuestre by the Dos Mares Hotel , right on the beach, Camping Paloma and Cortijo Las Piñas , also offer this service.

There are so many trails that it's hard to recommend any in particular, better ask your guides at the stables.
Make your dreams of riding come true at Aventura Ecuestre de Tarifa, on the southern most tip of Spain. Our stable is located 3 miles west of Tarifa, right on the beach and close to a vast nature reserve in the mountains. Enjoy a short ride along the endless beaches on our well trained Andalusian horses or join us on one of our various daytrips.
Our friendly ponies will welcome our "small riders".
We have an ideal climate for riding all year round: The frequent winds between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic make it cool enough to enjoy riding even during hot sunny periods. In winter the temperature seldom drops below 15º.
The first Sunday of September starts the weekly horse event in Tarifa, called Feria de Tarifa

Aventura Ecuestre Tarifa - Rides & Prices
1 hour Beach ride "Playa de los Lances"
Beginners can experience a leisurely walk and advanced riders an exhilarating gallop with our experienced guides. Enjoy the endless beaches and the little pine-wood west of Tarifa. The beach and the adjacent nature reserve is used as a stop-over by various bird species before migrating to Africa.
Daily: 10:30am 12:00am, 5:00pm, 6:30pm.
Duration: 1 hr 25 €
Private lessons, Horses and Ponies
Duration: 1 hr 35 €

Pony rides:
Duration 1/2 -1 hr 15 € - 25 €

Half day and day trips

A nice way to discover the region of Tarifa. Please see details for each
trip in the weekly program below. You should be comfortable at all three
paces . Picnic/lunch or drink included. Prices per person.

Half-day-ride Santuario de la Luz, mountain ride: 3 hrs 65 €
Half-day-ride Sand dune: 3 hrs 65 €
All-day-ride Cork Tree Forest Los Alcornocales: 5 hrs 75 €
All-day-ride Atlantic ride to Paloma Baja: 5 hrs 75 €
All day excursion to Jerez: Royal Riding School and Sherry Bodega 75 €
WEEKLY RIDING Program - the ultimate horse riding experience
A great opportunity to discover the unspoilt corners of our stunning
region by horse back. The combination of white sandy beaches, the hills of
the national park with panoramic views over to Africa is breathtaking. A
cultural highlight is our day out in Jerez, which includes the show of 'The
Dancing Horses' at the Royal School of Equestrian Art. This gives you the
chance to admire the most highly schooled, beautiful Andalusian stallions.
We ride 3-5 hours a day in small groups and you should be confident in all
three paces.You will have your own horse for the week and become fully
involved in grooming and tacking up. See prices 2004
Non riders / extended holiday
If you want to discover more, we can organise following activities for you:
-Additional riding or lessons.
-Day trip and shopping at a bazar in Morocco (Tanger)
-Dolphin and Whale watching
-Learn Spanish at our well known Spanish school in Tarifa
-Learn to Kite and Windsurf
485€
Special Program 2004:
Tent discovery trek in the most southern part of Andalusia
Are you a nature lover, flexible enough to adapt to changing conditions. Are you uncomplicated, social and an adventurous rider? If so, join in and you will love to discover for a week the southernmost corner of Spain, facing the north coast of Africa. Spend a week together with your horse and your riding companions in pure nature, away from civilisation. On horseback you will discover the endless desert beaches of golden sand, the amazing high dunes, green Pine woods as well as the wild mountains of the oak tree nature park, guarded by vulturers and eagles. read more

In Tarifa mountain-biking comes second only to windsurfing (some would even put it before), as the surrounding mountains offer unique mountain-biking experiences.

The great variety of trails makes biking appealing at all levels.
Contrary to what you might expect, the climate is ideal all year round due to the winds that refresh the air.

We recommend that you consult a map and follow the suggested routes that, depending on the wind direction, will avoid you pedaling against wind.
Despite being a coastal town, Tarifa's off road routes easily reach an altitude of over 800 metres in less than 20 Km. with excellent downhill possibilities. Andalucias Downhill championship has often been held here.

If all this is not enough do not to forget that the Alcornocales National Park starts here and offers more dirt road than a normal person can pedal in a week, apart from the beautiful scenes and wild life displayed.

Other route will take you through many of the historical sites the several ancient cultures have left behind. See our cultural pages and discover how, despite not having a mountain bike at disposal, many invaders of the area traveled large distances to reach Tarifa. There must be something to it!
TRAIL km TIME LEVEL
Atlanterra 16 67min easy
La Plata 24 81min hard
El Betis 37 94min medium
Viciosa 48 140min hard
La Peña 25 80min medium
El Bujeo 26 85min medium
El Ojen 38 112min easy
Estrecho 28 122min hard
Time is the time it took me to complete the trail without stops. My level is fairly good... see if you can beat me!
Look at the map to see where the trails are