Horse riding tour in the Caucasus with tents. Embark on an adventure!

A horse—riding tour with tents in the North Caucasus is exactly what people need who are tired of the hustle and bustle of the city and eager for adventure. 

All along the way there is an incredibly beautiful view of Mount Elbrus and the Caucasian ridge, and special beauty awaits at the Gumbashi pass.

Here we can enjoy the beauty of the pristine nature of Karachay-Cherkessia, go hiking and horseback riding, drink the air of the high heavens and enjoy the magnificent views of the mountains. 

Location

G. Mineralnye Vody
from
$681
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Duration
4 Days
3 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • 10 – 13 May
    • 17 – 20 May
    • 24 – 27 May
    • 31 May – 3 June
or
Accommodation
  • Camp Site
    2 nights
  • Tent
    1 night
Comfort
  • Midscale
Difficulty
Challenging
Does not require specific skills, but one must be in good health
Group
From 1 to 10 tourists
Minimum age
12 years old
Maximum weight of the tourist
110 kg
Group meet at
G. Mineralnye Vody
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Gastronomic pleasure
Let's try dinner from real Karachai horsemen who know everything about the national cuisine
Hiking romance
Sunrises and sunsets in the mountains will make our trip to the Caucasus unforgettable and bright
Horseback riding
We will get horse riding skills and enjoy communicating with animals

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival in Mineralnye Vody, eco-farm in the river gorge

    Your exciting adventure tour begins in Mineralnye Vody.

    Our team will meet you at the airport or train station at 13:00.

    Our ultimate goal is a secluded eco—farm located in the picturesque gorge of the Mary River.

    The meeting is at 13:00.

    Dinner at Aydin El: 19:00.

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  • Day 2 - The route along the Serpa Gorge. Ancestral Rock
  • Day 3 - Gumbashi Pass
  • Day 4 - A walk to the Cheese Caves. Departure
Difficulty
Does not require specific skills, but one must be in good health
Tour organizer's comments

The tour is suitable for entry-level physical fitness tourists who do not have riding experience. It is not recommended for patients with allergic reactions, serious diseases of the cardiovascular and musculoskeletal systems.

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Camp Site
    2 nights
  • Tent
    1 night
Comfort
  • Midscale

The tour provides accommodation at the Aydin El eco farm in 2-, 3-bed rooms with all amenities — 2 nights and 1 night in a tent.

The surcharge for 1-bed accommodation is 5,900 rubles / the entire period of the tour.

Find out more information about the conditions of your stay when booking a tour.

Aydin El 2 nights

The Aydin El tourist complex is a place to restore mental strength. The hotel has tried to create the most comfortable conditions for those who are focused on family values and a healthy lifestyle.

The hotel has bright, uncluttered interiors and stunning views, everything was approached with a soul, the design and filling of the rooms were thought out to the smallest detail. 

There is a private restaurant with panoramic windows, a terrace and a barbecue area, where our chefs lovingly prepare dishes of Caucasian cuisine. 

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Tent 1 night

Tour conditions

Group
From 1 to 10 tourists
Minimum age
12 years old
Maximum weight of the tourist
110 kg
Duration
4 days 3 nights
Group meets at
G. Mineralnye Vody

Included in price

  • first aid kit;
  • meals: 1 day — dinner, 2-3 days — 3 meals a day, 4 days — breakfast;
  • entrance tickets to cultural and recreation facilities according to the tour program;
  • campfire property — burner, gas, boiler, kettle;
  • tent equipment — tent, sleeping bag, karemat;
  • hotel accommodation in 2-, 3-bed rooms with all amenities — 2 nights, in a tent — 1 night;
  • horse rental;
  • transportation services on the route;
  • Transfer: Mineralnye Vody — "Audin El" — Mineralnye Vody;
  • services of an instructor-guide in equestrian tourism.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Mineralnye Vody and back;
  • private transfer;
  • excursions not included in the tour program;
  • meals not specified in the program;
  • entrance tickets to cultural and recreation facilities outside the tour program;
  • the surcharge for 1-bed accommodation is 5,900 rubles / the entire period of the tour.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour

The key to a successful and pleasant passage of the program routes is the right shoes and clothes:

  • trousers are loose, cotton, without internal seams (jeans are uncomfortable and rub the skin);
  • windproof waterproof hooded jacket (not very bright, not rustling);
  • water tank;
  • KLMN — mug, spoon, bowl, knife;
  • swimwear and outfits for photo shoots;
  • personal first aid kit and insect repellent (if necessary);
  • shoes with a grooved sole for easy movement on horseback and on the ground;
  • gloves, hat, cap/panama hat (by season);
  • a raincoat (preferably not a disposable one) or a membrane jacket;
  • Sunglasses and cream: the sun is very active in the mountains;
  • track suit;
  • a warm jacket;
  • trekking backpack of 25-30 liters and a "seat";
  • personal hygiene products;
  • thermal underwear (or similar) and socks (several pairs of cotton and a pair of warm ones);
  • comfortable clothes for the season;
  • elastic bandage.
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Dates and Prices

  • $681
    10 – 13 May 4 days 3 nights
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  • $681
    17 – 20 May 4 days 3 nights
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  • $681
    24 – 27 May 4 days 3 nights
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  • $681
    31 May – 3 Jun 4 days 3 nights
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  • $681
    7 – 10 Jun 4 days 3 nights
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