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riding tour | Coconut Trail
Tropical forests, mangroves and dream beaches in Brazil (9 days)
Kurzinformation
Webcode: IT-BRRT15
Programmart: riding tour
Reisezeit: all year around
Unterkunft: Pousadas, Hotel
Verpflegung: all meals
Zimmer: Double/twin occupancy, 3-bed room, single occupancy upon request
Sprache: English
Nichtreiter: yes
Kinder: upon request
Eigenes Pferd: no
Gruppengrösse / Mitreiter
Min: 7
Max: 14
Beschreibung & Reiseverlauf
If you are looking for tropical flair and impressive nature, Brazil is the place for you. When it comes to beaches, the northern state of Alagoas shines in particular, where you will gallop along endless beaches untouched by civilization. From the very first day, you will understand why the ride is called the Coconut Trail. Alagoas is the largest producer of coconuts in countryside. You enjoy fresh coconut water and discover some of the most beautiful tropical places you have ever seen on horseback.
This ride is blessed with a great variety of landscapes. We lead you to the colorful sea cliffs, cross rivers, climb huge sand dunes, pass mangrove swamps, ride through Atlantic rainforest and along miles of pristine, deserted beaches fringed by coconut palms. Experience the perfect mix of riding and relaxation. On average you will spend around 4 hours a day and arrive at the next pousada or beach house around midday, where you will be greeted with the national drink caipirinha. The Mangalarga Marchador horses are great, forward-moving horses with a very pleasant pace. They are used to the tropical climate, the beach and the water and are simply the funniest horses you can imagine. There are various options for the afternoons: A dip in the warm water of the Atlantic, an ice-cold beer in a barraca (Brazilian beach bar), a walk in a fishing village or simply reading a book by the swimming pool of your pousada (Brazilian guesthouse) or hotel.
The tour ends in Penedo, a colonial village at the mouth of the mighty São Francisco River. The churches, monasteries and baroque-style houses are reminiscent of Portuguese and Dutch colonization. The perfect back for a last night in Alagoas. Welcome to the liveliest, most colorful and coconut-rich part of Brazil!
Reiseverlauf
Day 1: Arrival in Maceió
Meet and greet at the hotel in Maceió in the late afternoon to inform the group about the coming days.
Day 2: Maceió to Jequiá beach
After a delicious breakfast, you set off early to meet the horses on the paradisiacal beach of Jequiá. You start at one of the deserted beaches dotted with cliffs of colorful sand and coconut palms. Today's destination is breathtaking! The Marapé dunes lie between the river and the sea. Lunch in Jequiá. In the midst of the preserved mangroves, leave the horses to stand and enjoy a boat trip along the mangroves. You have the opportunity to take a refreshing dip in the river and sea . The sunset here is breathtaking.
Riding distance: 7 km (approx. 2 hours)
3 day: Beach from Jequiá to Pontal do Coruripe
You wake up to an incredible view of the natural beauty of the place. The horses are saddled and ready to take you on another day of beautiful landscapes and untouched nature. You to ride along secluded beaches lined with coconut palms and admire the lush vegetation of the Atlantic Forest. Reefs can also be seen from saddle . The destination is Pontal do Coruripe beach with its omnipresent lighthouse. The warm sea water is perfect for swimming.
Riding distance: 12 km (approx. 3 hours)
Day 4: Pontal do Coruripe to Feliz Deserto
Head south along the beach in the direction of Feliz Deserto ("happy desert"). Shortly after you have taken the path to sea , you will find the mouth of the Coruripe river. Ready for a little adventure? You will cross the river with the horses. Shortly after crossing the river, you stop to refresh yourself in the sea and meet the back-up team, who await you with coconut water and tropical fruit. The route continues along deserted beaches, and here and there to ride you pass a beach village and see fishermen. Shortly before you reach our overnight stop, you will discover the Swiss cargo shipwreck "The Stockholm" on the beach. Our exclusive beach house awaits us in Feliz Deserto.
Riding distance: 25 km (approx. 5 hours)
5 day: Ride to the Marituba lagoon
Immediately after breakfast, which is always something special, you will mount the horses and to ride head inland to the Marituba wetlands, a protected area with a unique ecosystem. You will have time to swim in the clear water water. You will have lunch and take a short siesta before returning to our accommodation. This time you will ride along the beach and end today's ride with a gallop.
Riding distance: 28 km (approx. 6 hours)
6 Day: Feliz Deserto to Pontal do Peba
Today you have time to enjoy the best of the region: secluded beaches, coconut palms and a small fishing village. You will also have time to swim in the sea and enjoy the local cuisine with its excellent fresh seafood that keeps arriving on the coast in small boats. Your hostel "Foot in the sand" has a privileged location.
Riding distance: 8 km (approx. 2 hours)
7 Day: Pontal do Peba to Potengi
The fishing village of Pontal do Peba, with its bars and restaurants specializing in seafood, is the starting point for today's tour. From saddle we explore an area of dunes and nature reserves. Some tropical birds, reptiles and mammals can be observed among the coconut groves and dunes. Today's destination is a traditional coconut farm in the region. You will be taken back to the pousada in Pontal do Peba for the night.
Riding distance: 15 km (approx. 5 hours)
8 Day: Ride to the mouth of the São Francisco River
After a good breakfast and a short transfer to the coconut farm, you mount the horses to begin the last day of riding. You ride through a coconut forest until you reach the huge dune complex. You cross the dunes and before you reach the mouth of the São Francisco River, to ride you ride past the quilombola community of Pixaim (a quilombo is a town of escaped slaves). In Foz you enjoy a swim in the river. You drink from a fresh coconut and eat a few snacks. Later, you leave the horses behind and to rear board a boat to navigate the mighty river . Picnic on the riverbank. Typical seafood from the region is served in the shade. At the end of the afternoon, you reach the colonial town of Penedo.
Riding distance: 20 km (approx. 4 hours)
9 Day: Today you are in no hurry to get out of bed. After a leisurely breakfast, you stroll through town and visit the beautiful baroque churches, old houses, the theater, the monastery and all the other architectural jewels of Penedo. You have lunch in a traditional restaurant overlooking the river . After lunch, you will drive to Maceió, where the program ends.
Unterkunft
The overnight stay takes place in authentic and comfortable accommodation, in double and triple rooms.
Accommodation plan (subject to change depending on availability):
1st night: Hotel Porto Jatiuca
2nd night: Pousada Dunas de Marape
3rd night: Pousada Paradiseal
4th & 5th night: Beach House in Feliz Deserto
6th & 7th night: Pousada Chez Julie
8th night: Hotel Sao Francisco
Pferde, Reiten & Zaumzeug
Pferde:
Mangalarga-Marchador cross. Sensitive horses, easy to to ride. They have a pleasant pace and are used to the tropical climate, the beach and the water . Average height 1.60m.
Sattel & Zaum:
Brazilian and Australian saddles
Reiterfahrung: You should be confident on the horse in all gaits. The pace varies and includes walk, trot and canter. On average 4 hours per day at saddle.
Kundenmeinungen & weitere Informationen
Kundenmeinungen, Informationen zum Land (wie z.B. Visabestimmungen) und Wetterinfos finden Sie bei und nur online, da sich diese täglich ändern können. Gehen Sie dafür bitte online auf www.equitour.com/it-brrt15.htm
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Included: 9 days, 8 nights, Double/twin occupancy/3-bed room, 7 riding days, all meals, English-speaking tour guide, transfer on departure day.
Arrival / departure: according to date
Maceio Airport, return flight from 8pm
Not included in package: Transfer to the hotel on day 1 (cab)
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| Euro | UK £ | US$ | PCBRRT15 | Coconut Trail, 8 days, twin/triple, AP | 4030.- | 3303.- | 4030.- |
single occupancy only possible on 6 nights (upon request)
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