Bedouin and horse in Oman
NORTH AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST

Riding in North Africa and the Middle East

The Arabian and Barb horses of North Africa and the Middle East are still revered amongst their Bedouin breeders and owners. To ride one of these magnificent animals in their natural environment on a riding holiday is a thrill. Whilst horse riding across the Wadi Rum desert in Jordan or the northern Sahara desert in Morocco you can experience their spirit and speed; or marvel at their agility and sure-footedness on a trail ride through the Atlas mountains. It's not all about the horses either - the culture of the Bedouins and the magical night skies add up to an amazing riding holiday.
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From the horse’s mouth

  • Horses, Dunes and Nomads
    April 2026 Eleonora aged 28
    An incredible trip, from start to finish. The horses were extremely well-trained and gentle, and the guides, chef, driver, and owners of the various riads were all incredibly kind and always willing to help. I got to discover a hidden side of Morocco, with magnificent and ever-changing landscapes. Highly recommended!... Read all
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  • Desert Cavalcade
    March 2026 Vittoria aged 35
    Great trip! Amazing horses, guides and team! I highly recommend it! Loved my horse Oseman! Very forward-going, fun and sweet. Had a very good time with him!
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  • Desert Cavalcade
    March 2026 Brenda aged 62
    Well trained, forward, resilient and responsive horses, wonderful guides and support team, and the most beautiful landscape, sky, and colors. An amazing experience for those who enjoy nature, riding, good food and company. We had some great gallops across the plains, and slower paces crossing a mountain range and... Read all
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  • Desert Cavalcade
    March 2026 Anna aged 30
    I rode Sahara and Faremag and they were both extraordinary. I especially developed a close bond with Faremag, who lookes and moves like a pure Arabian, is always very forward and willing (therefore better for an advanced rider) and he loves cuddles!!
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  • Wadi Rum trails (with Dead Sea extension)
    February 2026 FRANZISKA ALMA BERTA aged 34
    The most incredibly adventure with some wonderfully fast and responsive horses. I learnt so much in a weeks time. I can't recommend travelling to Jordan enough. Sleeping underneath the stars in Wadi Rum is a once in a life time experience, though not for the faint of heart! This really is an adventure for fit riders... Read all
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  • Jordan on Horseback
    Riding in the jordan desert, Jordan
  • Jordan on horseback
    Horseback trail ride in Jordan
  • Horses on the beach in Morocco
    On horseback on the beach, Morocco
  • Jordan and arabian horse
    Arabian horse, Jordan
  • Morocco and horses in the high atlas
    Riding in the high Atlas, Morocco
  • Wadi rum desert on horseback
    Horse riding trail in Wadi rum desert, Jordan
  • Sahara Desert trail riding holiday
    Riding across the dunes, Morocco