Horseback riding in the heart of the Bochaine region and overnight stay in a mountain hut
In summary
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Sports
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Duration2 days
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LevelConfirmed
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DestinationFrench Alps / Hautes-Alpes
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AgeFrom the age of 18
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CO₂-Emissions54.79 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
French
In a few words
Embark on a 2-day horseback riding trip in the heart of a preserved natural setting.
The route alternates between shaded forest paths and vast, bright alpine pastures, offering total immersion in nature.
A pack mule will carry the luggage, allowing you to fully enjoy the journey.
At the end of the day, a cabin nestled in the mountains will welcome us for a simple and friendly evening, close to the horses and the silence of the great outdoors.
The next day, the hike resumes at the pace of the horse for an authentic and rejuvenating break.
The highlights
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Varied landscapes
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Night in a cabin in the heart of nature
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Warm and friendly atmosphere
Photos
Sport
Level
Horseback riding
The expert's opinion
To be comfortable at all three gaits and to be able to walk in the mountains
In figures
Horseback riding
- Average duration/day: 5h
Management
French
Co-founder and Co-manager of the equestrian center since 2007, a lover of the mountains, flora and fauna, I would be delighted to help you discover all the riches of our beautiful department!!!
Program
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Day 1
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Welcome, introduction to the ride and the horses. We will prepare our mounts together with all the riding equipment, then set off along a lovely forest track in the gorges.
We will gradually gain altitude, the biotope will become more mountainous: larches, alpine pastures, mountain flowers.....
Crossing a pass at nearly 1700m altitude, with views of the surrounding mountain ranges.
It's not uncommon to see vultures and other birds of prey like the short-toed eagle or small falcons. If we're lucky, we might even catch a glimpse of the lord of the sky: the golden eagle!
We descend into the neighboring valley to reach our accommodation in the middle of the forest, for a convivial evening and a restful night.
Day 1 -
Day 2
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Accommodation Refuge
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
After a good night's sleep and a hearty breakfast, we set off for a magnificent day, between alpine pastures, undergrowth and carpets of flowers depending on the season.
We will initially walk along a small path under the larches, amidst wild raspberry bushes, before reaching the alpine pastures with their scree slopes and chamois.
A true paradise!!!!
We will then move into a valley further north and beautiful forest tracks and lovely beech undergrowth will lead us back to our starting point at the end of the day.
We will part after a final friendly moment over afternoon tea.
Day 2
Note
The itineraries may be modified depending on weather conditions and the group's skill level. They will, however, remain largely the same. There are also variations that allow for shorter or longer days.
Accommodation
cabin in the heart of nature and the forest
Access
Transfers are available from Veynes train station; please contact us.
Go to the starting point
Arrival before 8am and departure from 6pm onwards
access to a 1km uphill track
Price details
The price includes
- Full board from lunch on day 1 to lunch on day 3.
- the provision of the horse and its equipment during the ride.
- the presence of a qualified guide.
The price does not include
- personal expenses.
- round-trip transportation from your home.
- emergency repatriation or abandonment.
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
- Helmet loan available
- Charvin for business
Equipment to bring
HYGIENE / HEALTH
- Toiletry bag
- Bath towel
- Lip balm
- Earplugs
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- A personal pharmacy based on your habits and tolerance to certain medications.
MATERIAL
- 2 x 1L metal water bottles, Decathlon type
- Pocket knife
- Small sleeping bag, single fitted sheet and pillowcase
- external battery
FOR GREATER COMFORT
- It is strongly advised to take a fanny pack or a multi-pocket vest in order to keep your phone, camera, tissues, lip balm, glasses… within easy reach.
- Flashlight or headlamp (mandatory for bivouac hikes)
Clothing to bring
WARNING: This is a self-guided trip, so you must take the minimum amount of belongings to put in a charvin (bag) provided on site and take 2 or 3 waterproof bags like garbage bags to protect your belongings from the rain.
TO RIDE A HORSE
- Rainwear covering
- Shirts, t-shirts or polo shirts (long sleeves offer better sun protection),
- Fleece and warm clothing
- Warm jacket or parka depending on the season
- Riding gloves
- Shoes that allow you to ride and walk + chaps or half chaps (avoid classic riding boots)
- Comfortable riding trousers (avoid synthetic underwear and thongs, overly tight jeans)
- Helmet (helmets can be borrowed on site)
CLOTHING AT THE STEP
- Comfortable clothes for the evening (fleece sweaters, cotton pants, or shorts…), which can be used as pajamas.
- Small sleeping bag, single fitted sheet and pillowcase
