Swimming with horses must be among the most incredible adventures available worldwide. Particularly following a long ride on a hot day in the saddle, this is the most beautiful marriage of human and horse whether you are riding or swimming alongside it. It is impossible to describe the sensation of weightlessness as the horse hits the water; to have a 700kg beast charging across the lake next to you before resting in the shallows and enabling you to jump back on board once again is once-in-a-lifetime.
Our list of the best locations worldwide for swimming with horses is here. Although they made the grade by also providing amazing post-ride pleasures from spa safari in Bali to a martini at sundown staring over the giraffes in Africa, all are united by the bonding of water and horse.
Pat, Mandy, and Charlotte at the Mozambique Horse Safari present the grand exploits of the 104 horses saved from South Africa. The guides bring the horse into the sea where there is excitement as they smash the water to begin the ride; then they lie down to wallow and roll. For the horses, this is the most amazing wake-up call—like a human slap of cold water.
Riders are invited to mount bareback once the horses have settled and wade out to the deeper water under their guide along the shoreline past vibrant dhows and sandy beaches towards distant Mangrove trees. Riding into deeper sea, the riders will experience the explosive surge and strength as the horse drives ahead.
Horizon Horseback, South Africa
Horizon Horseback in South Africa has been running horseback safaris in Africa since 1993. They provide three distinctive safaris: There are the Signature Safari, African Explorer, and the Tuli Safari that cover South Africa and Botswana. These safaris are equipped with a large and mixed number of horses and are suitable for all the riding enthusiasts including the novices and the experts. It does not end with galloping with giraffes and zebras; there is more to it. Every ride has an exciting finale in which the horse and rider go into a dam and the horse leaps out of the water at the end. This exciting and rather unconventional finale will surely be something that the guests will not forget.
The wild horses Nihi, Sumba
On the island of Sumba, which is 6,058 miles away, there are wild horses of NIHI. Each day, 20 wild horses are let out of Sandalwood Stables to run along the 2. 5 km beach and swim in the sea. For the hotel guests who are sipping their coffee in the morning, this is something truly enchanting. The horses, quite friendly, are always willing to engage with the guests and can be seen playing football and swimming with them. The stables also provide other activities such as yoga, meditation, and safari spa rides through the jungle to the NIHIoka Spa for everyone.
Half Moon Equestrian Centre, Jamaica
Half Moon Equestrian Centre, situated in the beautiful island of Jamaica has been entertaining its guests for the last 30 years. It is not just a place for horse riding; a trip here will give you much more. There is a spa where you can take a break, the dining hall has Jamaican food, and there is a famous golf course. But the greatest pleasure is horseback swimming in the clear sea water, I have never tried it before. While it is quite something to be able to swim in the clear waters of Jamaica, it is quite another to be sharing that experience with a horse. This specific activity allows guests of Half Moon to have a great time and take home memories of their stay.
Swimming Horses, Cornwall, England
Cornwall is a perfect setting for several water sports because of its breathtaking scenery, amazing cliffs, and lovely beaches. Here, you may also go horse swimming; did you know this? Cornwall Swimming Horses is a great place that fits your demands regardless of your riding expertise. You will be tested in terms of riding ability before the real riding to be paired with the appropriate horse. Following that, you will be taken to the coast to experience the sea breeze and get an opportunity to ride a horse into the sea. This is a very entertaining and intriguing sport that lets you swim alongside horses in the seas off Cornwall.
Mozambique horse safari
Pat, Mandy, and Charlotte at the Mozambique Horse Safari present the grand exploits of the 104 horses saved from South Africa. The guides bring the horse into the sea where there is excitement as they smash the water to begin the ride; then they lie down to wallow and roll. For the horses, this is the most amazing wake-up call—like a human slap of cold water. Riders are invited to mount bareback once the horses have settled and wade out to the deeper water under their guide along the shoreline past vibrant dhows and sandy beaches towards distant Mangrove trees. Riding into deeper sea, the riders will experience the explosive surge and strength as the horse drives ahead.
