Horseback riding in Manavgat: Forest and beach trails
Pine forest, river break, and sand at the water's edge
Horseback riding in Manavgat, near Side, combines an hour on horseback with your choice of forest trail or coastal route. The activity includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a professional guide, helmet, and a safety briefing before you mount. Morning and afternoon departures suit different schedules, and the ride works for beginners and experienced riders alike.
The Experience
A driver picks you up at your Side hotel and takes you to the horse club, where you'll meet your guide and get a short briefing on riding safety and technique. You'll be fitted with a helmet, introduced to your horse for the day, and then head out on the trail. The whole outing runs about 90 minutes from hotel to hotel.
You choose your route when you arrive: the forest path takes you through dense pine woodland and includes a break by the river before the return, while the beach option heads toward the water's edge for a ride through the sand along the shoreline. Either way, you're following an experienced guide who sets the pace and handles the logistics so you can focus on the ride itself.
After an hour in the saddle, you return to the horse club, say goodbye to your horse, and get driven back to your hotel. The guide speaks English, German, Russian or Turkish depending on the departure you book.
What’s included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Side.
- professional guide.
- helmet.
- safety briefing and horse for the day.
- choice of forest trail or beach route.
Operated by Alanya Tours
Is this one for you?If you're staying in Side without a car, the included pickup means you don't have to negotiate transport to the trailhead—the driver collects you at your hotel and brings you back after the ride, so the whole day stays simple.
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Top questions
Can I do this horseback riding if I've never ridden before?
Yes. The activity is suited for both beginners and experienced riders, and you'll receive a safety briefing covering the basics of riding technique before you mount. The guide leads the pace throughout.
What's the difference between the forest trail and the beach route?
The forest option takes you through pine woodland with a break by the river; the beach option heads to the water's edge for riding through sand along the shoreline. Both are one hour in the saddle.
Do I need to arrange my own transport to the horse club?
No. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Side are included, and a driver will collect you at your accommodation and return you after the ride.
What time of day can I ride?
Morning and afternoon departures are available, so you can choose the time that fits your schedule.
What happens if I have a back or spine problem?
This activity is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries. If you have concerns about your fitness for riding, contact the operator before booking.
Horseback riding in Manavgat: Forest and beach trails
1h 30m · EN · DE +2 · at your hotel
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