Horseback riding adventure in the Tabernas Desert (PACK 6)

After breakfast and an early morning transfer of horses and riders (approximately 40 minutes) to the starting point, you will embark on a full-day horseback trek along the slopes of the Sierra Nevada bordering the Tabernas Desert. This stage presents a high level of difficulty, marked by a sustained climb followed by a long descent through the mountains. A snack is provided along the way for lunch. You will arrive in the late afternoon at the base camp, where the bivouac will have been set up before your arrival. You can then settle in comfortably and take advantage of the facilities provided: tents, showers and portable toilets, as well as a rest area dedicated to riders and horses. Finally, after this rest period, there will be additional activities followed by dinner.

After breakfast, you'll set off on a full-day, moderately challenging horseback ride. The group will gradually descend into the desert before climbing back up through areas of traditional and modern agriculture. The final stretch will follow a roadside path to your accommodation, ideally located at the foot of the Sierra de Filabres. A picnic lunch is planned during the ride. Once settled in your hotel or rural guesthouse, you'll have time to shower and relax. In the late afternoon, an astronomical observation activity awaits: you'll spend the night at an exceptional scientific site, chosen in the early 1970s to house a major astronomical center, which is still active today.

After breakfast, you'll embark on a full-day, moderately challenging horseback ride. This route will take you through the heart of the desert's wildest landscapes, offering superb opportunities to fully enjoy all three gaits. Depending on trail conditions following recent torrential rains, a few obstacles may require dismounting. A picnic lunch is included.

In the afternoon, the ride will take you to the famous western village of Mini-Hollywood. This leg of the journey, and the following day's ride, will lead you through legendary natural landscapes that have hosted hundreds of film shoots since the 1950s. While Tabernas is world-renowned for its spaghetti westerns, its diverse scenery makes it a popular location for many other film genres. Upon arrival, you'll enjoy a western show and tour the village before settling into your prepared campsite. The evening will continue with dinner and a film-related activity, followed by an overnight stay.

(Note: If the Mini-Hollywood village becomes inaccessible for reasons beyond our control, the performance will be maintained in another western setting, with an equivalent itinerary).

After breakfast, you'll embark on a long, easy half-day horseback ride, punctuated by a short break along the way. The route continues its immersion in these cinematic landscapes while revealing geological and ethnological curiosities, which your guide will be delighted to explain throughout the ride. Upon your return to the ranch, a photo session will capture this memorable experience before refreshments, followed by a paella lunch shared with the entire group. After some relaxation, the evening offers a variety of activities to choose from, depending on the season and everyone's preferences (such as a tapas and cultural evening, organized at the ranch or in the village).

After breakfast, you'll set off on your final half-day horseback ride, an easy to moderate level trek. This loop trail offers a beautiful variety of scenery, gradually evolving from the arid desert landscapes to the mid-mountain region, with stunning desert panoramas as you skirt around the village of Tabernas. The ride starts and ends directly from the ranch. Upon arrival, you'll have time to freshen up before being transferred to Tabernas for lunch. The day concludes with a return to the ranch to collect your belongings before your departure. The end of this wonderful horseback adventure!