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Horse Riding Holiday for Beginners Mallorca

Highlights

  • Daily horse riding lessons with experienced instructors.
  • Fun riding excursions allowing you to explore the stunning countryside.
  • Peaceful rural location in lovely accommodation with pool and small spa.
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What you'll do

Overview

Learn to ride on this lovely 7 night / 8 day beginner or intermediate horse riding holiday set in South-West Majorca, with daily horse riding lessons and fun horse back riding in Majorca's stunning countryside; suitable for those with less than 3 years of continuous riding experience.

This rural family-run equestrian school has found the perfect balance between fun excursions and daily beginner/intermediate riding lessons, giving you a newfound competency in riding and handling a horse.

Home to nearly 100 well-trained horses of different sizes, ages and personalities, the school has the perfect horse for you, no matter what you’re looking for or your skill level.

During the course of this 7 night/8 day horse riding holiday, you will develop riding skills, go on exciting excursions in the surrounding countryside and learn some basic skills on caring for and handling a horse. The class sizes are small and intimate and with a maximum of 6 students to instructor, it’s guaranteed that you’ll get all of the individual attention that you need.

Riding lessons are aimed at those with less than 3 years riding experience and will focus on developing your skills in the three main horse-riding disciplines: walk, trot and canter. Many guests will also have the opportunity to gallop during their stay.

The riding school’s extensive equipment includes a lovely set of horseboxes and a minibus. This allows guests to ride in some of the most beautiful rural settings throughout the island. No matter how close or far, the highlights of Mallorca are within your easy reach.

With daily riding lessons and excursions, you have a busy schedule ahead. When you have a moment, why not hire a bike from the school and explore the local area, or pamper yourself in the on-site wellness centre. Some guests like to hire a car, exploring the island a little more independently by visiting the historic city of Palma or popping down to the nearby beach.

Improve your fundamental riding skills in a breath-taking location under the sun. Get fit, have fun and surprise yourself. With daily, intimately sized classes focussing on developing the main riding disciplines, you’ll find yourself riding with confidence and skill in a matter of days.

Arrival Day

– Arrival at Palma de Mallorca airport
– You can check into your room anytime from 2pm
– After you check in, take a moment to settle into your lovely accommodation
– You could explore the grounds, take a dip in the pool, meet some of the horses or even relax in the on-site wellness centre
– Enjoy dinner in the traditional on-site Mediterranean restaurant this evening

 

Accommodation

– You’ll stay in a lovely farmhouse which was newly renovated at the end of 2016, it has 13 rooms and one junior suite
– The farmhouse is rustic with lovely grounds, a pool, sunbeds and outdoor dining area
– Its located in rural nature about 5km from the village of Felanitx in the countryside of Son Negre, South West Majorca
– All rooms are simply decorated in the traditional Mallorquin style with tiled floors
– Rooms are fully equipped with a bathroom, mini bar, telephone, central heating, satellite TV, fan, air conditioning, hairdryer and free WiFi
– There is ample parking at the riding school if you decide to drive
– You can request a safe and laundry services at an extra cost
– Lovely onsite spa facilities are available exclusively to guests at the horse riding school (the spa facilities are subject to demand and may be closed in the summer so please let us know at the time of booking if you would like to have this option available)
– Check in any time from 2pm on day 1 and check out by 12pm on day 8

 

Level Lesson and Excursion

– Enjoy breakfast with your fellow guests
– Day 2 is intended to ease you into the horse riding for the week; you will undertake a level lesson, where your instructor will assess your riding level and talk to you about any areas of your riding you wish to improve
– In the afternoon, you will go out on a 1 hour excursion around the local area
– If you’re hungry for more, it is possible to book an extended outing in the afternoon at an additional cost

 

Accommodation

The Farmhouse

 

Horse Riding Excursion

– Take breakfast on-site, perhaps in the lovely outdoor patio beneath the sun
– Explore on an excursion to Consolcaio and to Es Trenc beach; the length of these will vary, but tend to be between 5 or 6 hours a day
– Lunch is included and will be taken when out on the excursion
– Take dinner in the on-site traditional restaurant at the centre

 

 

Accommodation

The Farmhouse

 

Excursion and Spa Day

– Head out to lovely Es Trenc beach and enjoy a picnic lunch
– The afternoon will be spent with 2 hours at the spa

 

 

 

 

 

Accommodation

The Farmhouse

Free Day

– After breakfast, you will have a day off to rest and do as you please, or take another chance to re-visit the beach
– You might want to pay a visit to Palma and its incredible cathedral, visit the local beach, relax in the onsite spa, read by the swimming pool or hire a bike to explore the serene local area

 

 

 

Accommodation

The Farmhouse

Horse Riding Excursion

– Spend a day out exploring Sant Salvador for the day along with a picnic break

 

 

 

 

 

Accommodation

The Farmhouse

Horse Riding Excursion

– Enjoy a day out exploring Montission; picnic included

 

 

 

 

 

Accommodation

The Farmhouse

Departure Day

– Enjoy a traditional breakfast and cup of coffee in the sun terrace on your final day at the horse riding school
– After you have bid a fond farewell to the instructors and horses, depart from the school with confidence in your newfound horsemanship and fond memories to treasure

What's included

Included

  • 7 nights accommodation in standard twin/double ensuite room
  • 8 hours of horse riding lessons (exact times will be confirmed on arrival but are typically morning although it may be afternoons)
  • Riding excursions beautiful locations in the surrounding countryside lasting 1-2 hours each
  • All transport associated with these riding excursions
  • Use of the lovely outdoor pool
  • All meals with water for the duration of your stay, mostly served from the riding school’s own Mediterranean restaurant
  • Meals are a set menu with two choices for each course
  • Check in time is from 2pm on day one and check out time is 12 noon on day 8
  • IMPORTANT: Please note that this holiday is suitable for those riders with less than 3 years experience. Please advise your height, weight and riding experience details at the time of booking to ensure the right horse is made available for your holiday
Your local host

Pilar and team

This family-run horse riding school offers a warm environment where guests, instructors and horses are all happy and relaxed. The fully equipped equestrian school offers fantastic facilities for guests to enjoy. The horse riding arenas are large, and the lovely grounds are extensive. You are welcome to take a walk through the grounds to visit the horses and explore the vineyards, from which the school produces its own wine.

This family-run horse riding school offers a warm environment where guests, instructors and horses are all happy and relaxed. The fully equipped equestrian school offers fantastic facilities for guests to enjoy. The horse riding arenas are large, and the lovely grounds are extensive. You are welcome to take a walk through the grounds to visit the horses and explore the vineyards, from which the school produces its own wine.

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Location

Escape the crowds of this stunning island to the rural heart of south-east Mallorca. This traditional, family-run horse riding school is home to over 100 horses and ponies s and offers the perfect horse riding escape for all.

Nearest airport: Palma de Mallorca (40 minutes away / 50km)

You can either hire a car to explore the island in your free time, or organise a transfer (max €50 each way).

 

 

 

What our travellers are saying...

A beautiful setting. Friendly service. Horse-riding for all levels - beginner to expert. Group and private lessons. Day outings riding on the beach or the in the mountains. Very good horses, especially the Spanish stallions. Good family cuisine in the restaurant. Pool and bar for relaxing at the end of the day. Comfortable, functional rooms. Highly recommended.

The Maylons

FAQs

Who is this suitable for?

- Suitable for beginner and intermediate riders
- The holiday is tailored to those with less than 3 years continuous riding experience
- Please ask us if you are more experienced and we can give you options and costs for lessons for the more experienced rider
- Children over the age of 14 are accepted by must be accompanied by an adult over 18
- Riders must weigh less than 90kg
- Note: although there are a maximum of 6 riders to each instructor, there will often be more than 6 people staying as several groups may run at the same time

When can I start?

- This 7 night / 8 day holiday starts and finishes on a Sunday and runs from March to early November each year

Are meals included?

- All meals with water are included
- The restaurant within the riding school grounds offers you the chance to sample authentic Mediterranean cuisine such as padron peppers, local fish, goats cheese, roast goat, fig biscuits, nougat candy, suckling pig and croquetas
- The riding school produces its own wine using grapes that are cultivated in the grounds and this delicious wine is available to buy in the restaurant
- A vegetarian and children’s menu is also available, please make us aware of any dietary requirements at the time of booking
- Guests are given two dishes to choose one dish from for each course and all menus are set menus

What can I do in my free time?

- For those who prefer to stay on site, you can take advantage of the bar, outdoor pool or even, when available, enjoy the onsite spa facilities and treatments at an extra cost
- A 2 hour spa visit costs around 15 Euros per person
- Please note that the spa may be closed in the summer
- Extra riding lessons can also be arranged subject to availability for an additional fee
- The riding school has a bike hiring service for guests, so you could explore the local area and cycle to one of the nearby villages
- Some guests like to hire a car, and visit some of the Island’s gems, such as the buzzing coffee bars of Palma or famous white washed beaches of the Southern coast, many of which have escaped the tourist trail

What should I bring?

- The riding school can provide basic equipment such as a riding helmet, but it is important that you bring suitable weather proof clothing to make sure you feel comfortable throughout your holiday
- You don’t need to have jodphurs or riding boots but wear trousers without seams (so no jeans) and footwear should have a slight sturdy heel to ensure that your foot is secure within the stirrup but doesn’t ‘stick’ to the stirrup which means wellies or trainers are therefore not appropriate

Important information

- Please advise your height, weight and detailed riding experience at the time of booking to ensure the right horse is made available for your holiday
- There is a maximum weight of 90kg

Features

- Stunning rural location with optional bike hire at an extra cost to explore
- Full board, with accommodation and equestrian activities included in the price
- Exciting excursions to stunning locations, including national parks and local beaches
- Ensuite rooms in charming accommodation with WiFi and satellite TV
- Regular riding excursions to national parks and beach locations
- Modern wellness centre with a wide range of treatments, sauna, Jacuzzi and aromatic shower
- Lovely outdoor pool
- A living room with fireplace, piano and library, perfect to relax in

What other services are offered?

Bar/restaurant with a la Carte menu, open from 13.00 to 15.00 and from 19.00 to 22.00, Thursday to Tuesday.
On Wednesdays this menu is replaced by a set lunch and a special barbeque menu for dinner.
Laundry service
Bike rental (6€/half day or 12€/full day)
Transfers to and from the airport
Car rental from the airport or at Son Menut
Body treatments and massages by appointment
Sale of boat trip tickets to Cabrera Island
Pool towel rental (1€/ per person per day), with towel laundry service available mid-week, if requested.

What are the different room types?

Standard rooms: Perfect for single travelers who want to stay in the rustic surroundings of our island. Fully equipped and overlooking the terrace and pool.

Includes breakfast
Fully equipped bathroom
Most have a balcony
Minibar, safe, satellite TV
WiFi

Superior rooms: For those who want to enjoy their holidays with their partner or family without missing any detail. They have a large balcony with chairs and views of the garden. With capacity from two to four people.

Includes breakfast
Fully equipped bathroom
Balconies
Minibar, safe, satellite TV
WiFi

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