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

An equestrian tent tour of the North Caucasus is exactly what people who are tired of the hustle and bustle of the city and looking for adventure need. 

There is an incredibly beautiful view of Mount Elbrus and the Caucasus range all along the way, and special beauty awaits at the Gumbashi pass.

Here we will be able to enjoy the beauty of the virgin 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
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$819
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Duration
4 days
3 nights
Departures
This tour is booked individually on request
Any dates between 9 May and 26 Sep are available. Click to book or contact the tour coordinator.
Accommodation
  • Guest House
    2 nights
  • Tent
    1 night
Comfort
  • Midscale
Difficulty
Challenging
Does not require specific skills, but one must be in a good physical shape
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 a good physical shape
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
  • Guest House
    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 Guest House 2 nights

Aydin El Guest House is located in the Chegetmar forest of Karachay-Cherkessia in one of the picturesque mountain gorges, along the Kislovodsk-Karachayevsk highway, between the Gum-Bashi pass and the "Cheese" caves.

The fund has 8 different rooms. Fresh renovation, high-quality furniture and appliances will make your stay comfortable.

In some categories there is an equipped private kitchen. It is possible to have a snack in a cafe where dishes of national cuisine are prepared.

There is a souvenir and sports goods store, a sauna, gazebos with a barbecue, and a prayer room on site. Parking is available for those traveling by private transport. 

Horseback riding, car and hiking tours, and jeeping can be arranged on request. Cherkessk Railway Station is 67 km away, and Mineralnye Vody Airport is 124 km away.

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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

  • Individual dates available on request
    9 May – 26 Sep
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Reviews Leave a review

  • A
    Anastasia
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    31 Oct, 2025
    The organization was excellent, everything was well planned, and all the information was up-to-date and provided on time.
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    Valeria
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    5 Oct, 2025
    Excellent tour organization!!!
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    Alexandra Kroitoru
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    14 Apr, 2025
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    Everything was perfect