Dalyan, between sea and lakes
For the lovers of the Mediterranean coast and swimming moments, you will gallop on endurance Arabian horses, overlooking thrilling sights of the blue sea.
Itinerant horse ride within sea landscapes, beaches, forests, mountains and lakes
Itinerary : from Koyceyiz to Gocek, passing by Dalyan Along the Mediterranean coast & around Koycegiz lake
For the lovers of the Mediterranean coast and swimming moments, you will gallop on endurance Arabian horses, overlooking thrilling sights of the blue sea.
This itinerant ride along the southern coast of Turkey, in the province of Mugla, will offer you a wide panel of landscapes: sea, Gocek islands, forests with many species, dust roads for canter, steep paths, canals network, Koyceyiz lake reeds, nearly desert beaches, the historical site of Kaunos, many fords through rivers and streams and the famous Dalyan lagoon.
Like our other rides, this itinerary will have a fast rhythm. With swimming moments every day with your horse or without it, on beaches out of the beaten tracks, in the lake and in the hot water sources of Sultaniye.
Along this Mediterranean coast, we will either have many gallops in the forests, or walk on thousand years-old paths, cross flowered villages, and have a few more mountainous walks where we will have to guide our horses on narrow path : good walking shoes are compulsory.
A quick and rhythmited ride, for confirmed horse riders looking for a variety of beautiful landscapes and liking to bath with horse.
Important notice : because there are many bees hive in this area, we can’t accept riders who are bee-allergic.
DESCRIPTION :

Dates & Conditions
Dates 2024 : To be set up
Single room and single tent’s extra charge: 305 €
This progressive trail in camp is confirmed when we have received a minimum of 4 bookings for this formula. If the trail is not confirmed at the time of departure, we will propose it with a supplement.
The basic price includes :
- 5 riding days and an half, 7 nights (accommodation in double, twin or triple room & tent)
- The loan of a horse and riding equipment
- English speaking guides (1 per group of 8 or less)
- Nights and food accommodation full board
- Regular transfers between local airports and hotels
The basic price doesn't include :
- International flights
- Optional activities (boat, hot baths, museum and monument's entrance fees)
- Extra drinks

Horse riding level
- The difficulty of this trail is 4/4
- Riding level: confident intermediate to advanced riders.
To take part of all our trails, you must have a competent riding level to be able to stay in control during group canters on forward-going horses, ride or lead your horse on technical passages, get on or off your horse several times a day alone and groom, tack and untack your horse without assistance.
- Good physical condition is essential.
Rhythms of the trail :
- 5 and an half riding days
- 5 hours on horseback each day, except day 3 (ride in the morning and afternoon at leisure in Dalyan)
- 20 to 30 kilometres each day; stopping at a different location every evening
- Pace: mostly walk, with opportunities for trots and canters each day
Maximum weight :
Riders' weight on the progressive trail is limited at 85 kg (on riding clothes). Riders upper 85 kg, could book with extra charge, for the loan of a second horse. This option is only on demand, it will depend of the horse riding level of the rider and the availability of our horse.
Riders's contribution :
Riders are in charge of their horses ; they will be asked to tack and untack their horse, to water and feed their horse and to take care of their horse equipment.

Camp accommodation
The progressive trail in camp is for those who enjoy sea side, outdoor living, and sleeping in a tent or under the stars.
You will reach a different location on horseback at the end of each day, with the camp set up in the middle of nature, surrounded by beautiful views.
4 nights in Camp :
- Our exclusive camp spots are all situated along the sea or in the forest.- The camp includes a large communal tent like those used by the last nomadic families in the country, chairs and tables for meals.
- Dinners are taken in the communal tent or outside by the fire.
- The camp also includes toilets, a shower tent with a bucket and a gas stove for heating the water.
- Tents will be put on by our team (double tipi-tents with single camp mattresses)
- Equipment required : sleeping bag, towels, torch, power bank (to charge your electronic devices), mosquito repellent, an extra pairs of shoes and few small water proof bags for crossing rivers
- Your luggage will be transferred by our logistics vehicle. You should pack several, lighter bags rather than one large, heavy suitcase. - We will ask your help to participate at the camp’s life for feeding and brushing your horse, tacking and untacking your horse and to take and replace your luggages and equipment in the trailer

Meals & transport
3 nights in hotels or guesthouses : Your arrival and departure nights, as well as Wednesday night, will be spent in comfortable guesthouses or hotels, in double or triple rooms with en suite bathrooms.- Hotels offer internet access and a laundry service. - Single room supplement (depending on availability)
Meals :Full board includes a continental breakfast, and a delicious lunch featuring a local speciality each day. At the camp, dinner is a traditional dish cooked on the wood fire, along with salad and fruits.
- Vegetarian options are available upon request.
- Tea, coffee and mineral water are included; wine, beer and soft drinks are available as an option.
Transportation: - Arrival and departure: Dalaman Airport - A shuttle will pick-up at the airport and will drive you to your hotel in Koycegiz (30 minutes drive). - Arriving and departure time : between 8:00 am and 06:30 pm - If you want to spend some time along the Mediterranean Sea or elsewhere after the trail, we can assist you in extending your trip
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