Experience is required  to perform the routes offered, designed for strong intermediate and advanced riders,  but the essentials are a positive attitude, a good physical condition and receptivity to the instructions of the guides.

Having a good state of health in general and sufficient physical and mental strength, are needed to successfully complete our rides.

Our routes are considered difficult, ideal for experienced riders (strong intermediate and above) with good and demanding horses, suitable for several long journeys. varying between 6 to 9 hours on horseback.

Participants in any adventure activity as horseback riding, are active people and consequently candidates to suffer accidents. Hospitals will not be quickly available during part of the rides and rescues or evacuations may not be immediate.

The pace typically will be  50% walking, 30% trotting and 20% cantering, this can be the average for the Barichara ride, a bit faster for Villa de Leyva and a bit slower for Casanare.

We use mainly tertiary roads (sand and dirt) with little traffic and trails.  

Colombia by being in the tropics does not have seasons so it is possible to do multiday rides all year round. to Barichara and Villa de Leyva.   Climate varies depending on the altitude above sea level (Cold above the 2,000 meters above sea level -m.a.s.l-, tempered between 1,000 and 2,000 m.a.s.l, warm below 1,000 m.a.s.l) and depending on the time of the year is more or less rainy.   It is always necessary to bring sun protection as well as raincoats. 

You can find more specific information in the description of each ride.

Departure dates are scheduled throughout the year taking into consideration climate restrictions, you can see the planned dates for each ride in Calendar.

Our rides take place in safe regions of our country, all of which are considered relatively secure according to recommendations from the U.S. Department of State and various European governments. (You’ll find that these agencies often list travel restrictions for certain areas for many countries around the world.)

We have been running the Villa de Leyva ride continuously and without any security issues since 2004, the Barichara ride since 2007, and the Casanare ride since 2015.

Additionally, we personally check the routes a few days before each ride begins to ensure that the safety conditions remain unchanged. 

Beyond that, we work with trusted local partners who would promptly alert us if they believe there may be any serious safety concerns and we maintain constant communication with support vehicles, assistance companies, and authorities through two-way radios and satellite trackers.

Our rides are suitable for people between 12 and 70 years.

65 years or older must present medical certificate.

Children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by their father, mother or tutor during all the ride.

If the child does not participate with his two parents, must submit an authorization validated before a notary public of the parent who is absent.

If coming in the company of a tutor, must bring authorization from both parents, recognizing the risks involving activities and assuming them with total responsibility and taking charge of any type of accident, damage or eventuality that could occur.

Maximum Weight admitted of the riders: 80 kg with riding attire. 

For the well-being of the horses, riders should agree to be weighed before the ride and if they exceed the weight limit of 80 kg (dressed with riding attire) ,  they would continue the trip in the backup vehicle.

During the expedition accommodation is in rural hotels, simple but comfortable, clean and with good food available. Accommodation is normally on a double basis, single accommodation is normally available for a small extra charge.

At night participants gather to share a drink and discuss the day’s adventures. After a rich dinner comes the time to rest for the next day.

If you are a vegetarian, simply let us know to prepare meals without meat. For other special diets please let us know in advance.

During the day we go mostly through unpopulated places without the possibility of finding a bathroom. At night we stay at cottages without luxury but with the essential amenities.   There are no bathrooms throughout the tour.  We recommend the use of wet wipes, which are then recycled in bags for subsequent transfer. 

What is the proper equipment I should bring?

Attire:
• Helmet
• Raincoat.
• Riding boots or chaps are recommended.
• Breeches. If you want to wear jeans or similar we recommend to use long underwear to avoid bruises.
• Gloves to avoid sunburn and bruises.

Personal equipment:
• Particular medications.
• Insect repellent.
• Sunglasses.
• Sunblock factor (30 minimum, desirable 50).
• Elements for personal hygiene (medium towel, soap, toothbrush, wet wipes, etc.).
• Eyedrops (for people sensitive or allergic to the dust), moisturizer, lip balm, creams to heal bruising.

t is not necessary to bring backpacks or bags. We recommend not to carry a backpack or elements pendants that can be uncomfortable along the ride. It is important to bring a bag to leave with clean clothes for the return.

Luggage will be carried in the support 4×4 vehicle (1 bag per person)

Each rider will be provided with two saddlebags to carry personal equipment such as sunglasses, sunscreen, water, gloves, items of personal hygiene, etc.. 

Tips are entirely voluntary and based on your satisfaction with the team’s performance. We kindly suggest giving any tips to the Tour Leader, who will distribute them fairly among the team according to each member’s contribution and performance during the ride. This approach is designed to reward effectiveness over mere friendliness and has proven to be effective in maintaining and improving the high level of service our guests appreciate.  

When you arrive in Bogotá,   the airport is a good place to buy a Sim Card and get some change although you really do not need cash during the ride.    In Bogotá  and at the end of the ride in Barichara you can find ATMs  and credit cards are generally accepted.