The Coconut Trail Ride
8 Days
Brazil ( Best airport: Maceió)
Brazil is all about tropical heat and breathtaking nature. But when it comes to beaches, the north-east of the country is the place to be. And that’s exactly where Paul, your equestrian guide, is taking you: to the state of Alagoas, where you’ll gallop along endless beaches. From the saddle, you’ll sip fresh coconut water as you take in some of the most beautiful tropical scenery you’ve ever seen.
Level of Riding and Fitness
Suitable for intermediate to experienced riders. You need to be confident on a horse at all gaits. The gait is varied and includes walk, trot and canter.
Rider weight limit: 90 kilos
If you weigh more than 90kg, please contact us to discuss the availability of additional horses for you. A supplement of 50 USD/day pp will bne chgarged for the additional horse if the rider’s weight is greater than 90 kilos
Guides and Group Size
Tour leader and guide, Paul has over 30 years’ experience as a horse riding guide, leading trails in over 50 countries including Singapore, Australia Argentina and Brazil, perhaps one of the most experienced trail riders in the world?! Paul first came to Brazil in 1989, drawn to the beauty of the country, the great horse culture and the hospitality of the Brazilians. He usually guides the riding trips himself, supported by trusty gauchos, and assures you of one of the best horse treks in South America. Paul speaks six languages and has a great sense of humour. The group size on these trails is from 7 to 12 riders.
Tack and Riding Equipment
Brazilian and Australian saddles are designed for comfort and stability, particularly suited to long hours on horseback, such as trail rides.


Accommodation and Dining
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Itinerary
The Coconut Trail Ride
8 days / 7 nights / 6 riding
FOR UK CITIZENS A TRAVEL VISA IS REQUIRED FROM 24 DECEMBER 2024- PLEASE CHECK WITH YOUR EMBASSY.
You can arrive at any time on your first day in Maceió. The hotel can be reached by taxi from the airport (approx. 20 km) or by bus from the airport to the main bus station ‘Rodoviaria de Maceió’, just 2.5 km from the hotel. Check-in at the hotel is possible at 2pm. Official welcome at the hotel at 18:00.
Return flight: Do not book a return flight leaving Maceió before 8pm. Staying an extra night in Maceió is sometimes the best/cheapest option (wide choice of hotels).
Single supplement: USD 600 – we cannot guarantee a single room.
Transfer included for day 8 to Maceió and airport.
Do not book flights or train tickets until you have received the booking confirmation email from SaddleTravel.co.uk.
- Nights in authentic and comfortable Pousadas, hotels and beach houses. Hotels and Pousadas are based on double rooms.
- The Beach house (2 nights) based on double and triple rooms.
- Full board. From breakfast on day 2 to lunch on day 8.
- All drinks
- The guides ( Paul, Simon or Chalas)
- Emergency vehicle: transport of your personal luggage to your daily accommodation/pousada.
- Transfer on day 8 to Maceio and the airport
- All alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (except champagne and foreign brands of non-alcoholic beverages)
- Travel insurance and trip cancellation insurance are compulsory
- Flights
- Single supplement: only possible if a single room is available.
- Diner on day 8
- Transfer on day 1: From Maceió airport to hotel in Maceio
- Tips