Horseback Riding in Antalya: Forest & Sea on Trained Horses

Ride through forest and into the sea without ever having sat on a horse before

Horseback riding in Antalya is a one-hour private activity where you ride trained horses from Lara Beach through the forest and into the water, with hotel pickup and an English-speaking guide included. No prior riding experience is required, and all horses follow each other in a group, so the pace stays steady and safe. Children from age one are welcome, and you can take photos and videos throughout or swim if you want.

The Experience

The day starts with pickup from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle and a short drive to Lara Beach, where the horses are waiting. You'll meet your guide, who speaks English and will help you get comfortable before you mount. The horses are trained to follow each other, which means you're not steering—you're riding in a line through the forest, watching the path unfold ahead. This is what makes it work for first-timers: the horse knows what to do, and you settle into the rhythm of the ride.

After the forest, the trail opens onto the beach and into the sea itself. You'll ride the horses into the water, which is the part most people come back talking about. The guide takes photos and videos as you go, so you have something to show for it beyond the memory. If you want to swim, you can; if you'd rather stay mounted and take in the view, that works too. The whole thing runs about an hour from start to finish.

What matters for booking: this is a private ride, meaning your group has the horses and the guide to yourselves. The guide is there the whole time, not just at the start. Pickup is included, so you don't arrange transport to the beach. The only thing to know going in is that the operator offers four departure times—sunrise, morning, afternoon and sunset—so you pick the hour that fits your day.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• trained horses and all riding equipment.
• English-speaking guide for the full hour.
• photos and videos taken by the guide during the ride.
• access to Lara Beach and the forest trail.
• the option to swim in the sea if you choose.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Rodeohorseclub

Is this one for you?Book the sunrise or sunset departure if you want the best light for photos and fewer other riders on the beach; choose the morning or afternoon slot if you prefer to ride when the sun is higher and the water is warmer. The private format means your group rides alone, so the pace and stops are yours to set with the guide.

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Top questions

Do I need to have ridden a horse before to join this horseback riding in Antalya?

No. The horses are trained to follow each other in a line, and your guide helps you the entire time. The activity is designed for all fitness levels and all experience levels, so first-time riders are the norm here.

What happens when we ride into the sea—do the horses actually go in the water?

Yes, the horses ride into the sea at Lara Beach as part of the route. You stay mounted, and the guide photographs you there. You can swim if you want, but you don't have to; many riders just take in the moment from the horse.

Is the guide included, and what language does he speak?

The guide is included and speaks English. He helps you mount, leads the ride through the forest and to the beach, and takes photos and videos during the activity.

How long is the whole experience, and what time do I need to be ready?

The ride is about one hour total, including the forest and the sea. You choose your departure time at checkout—sunrise, morning, afternoon or sunset—and the driver picks you up from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Can my young child ride, or do they have to be a certain age?

Children are welcome from age one. Infants can sit on an adult's lap during the ride, and the guide will help make sure everyone is secure and comfortable.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to bring?

Hotel pickup, the guide, the horses, and the ride through forest and sea are all included. The guide also takes photos and videos. Bring a camera or phone if you want your own shots, wear clothes you don't mind getting wet, and bring a change if you plan to swim.