Horseback Riding in Marmaris: Countryside Safari with Guide

Two hours on horseback through mountain trails near Marmaris, guided and mounted on well-trained horses

Horseback riding in Marmaris is a guided countryside activity starting with hotel pickup and a twenty-minute drive to the surrounding mountains. You ride on gentle, well-trained horses suitable for beginners, with a local guide providing instruction and support throughout. The experience includes all equipment, full insurance, and guidance in English, Russian or Turkish. Children from age 8 are welcome.

The experience

The activity starts with pickup from your hotel in Marmaris, followed by a twenty-minute drive to the countryside where the horses wait. No prior riding experience is required. All the horses are well-trained, friendly and well-mannered, chosen specifically because they suit riders of any skill level. Your guide handles the instruction and stays with you throughout, answering questions and making sure you feel secure in the saddle.

Wear old clothes and shoes, or rent a pair at the ranch before you mount. The ride itself takes you through the picturesque mountains surrounding Marmaris, moving at a pace the guide sets for the group. All equipment is provided, and your safety is covered by full insurance included in the booking.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and twenty-minute transfer to the ranch.
• all riding equipment.
• guidance from a local guide in your choice of English, Russian or Turkish.
• full insurance coverage.
• the option to rent riding clothes and shoes at the ranch if needed.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00, 14:00 and 16:00Last departure this season: 13 Nov

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AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (8 to 11 years) · Under 8: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglish, Russian and Turkish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Marmaris Holiday

Is this one for you?Two hours total leaves the rest of your day free for other activities in Marmaris, making this a morning or afternoon addition to a longer itinerary rather than a full-day commitment. The guided format and beginner-friendly horses suit anyone curious about riding but uncertain about managing a horse alone.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Russian and Turkish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (8 to 11 years). Under 8: they can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Do I need to have ridden a horse before to do this?

No. All the horses are trained to work with beginners, and the guide provides instruction and support throughout the ride. The activity is designed for riders of any experience level.

What's included in the booking?

Hotel pickup and the drive to the ranch, all riding equipment, the guided ride itself, and full insurance are included. You'll need to bring or rent old clothes and shoes suitable for riding.

How long is the actual time in the saddle?

The full activity is two hours from pickup to return, which includes the drive to the countryside and the guided ride through the mountains.