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.

Information

Lasts 1h 30m, runs every day, 5 start times, from US$ 54 per person, with a live guide in English, German, Russian and Turkish, as a private tour and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery day5 departure times: 08:00, 09:30, 14:30, 16:00 and 17:30Another time? ›

GroupPrivate1 group tour ›

Live guideEnglish, German, Russian and Turkish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (5 and older) · Under 5: can't be booked

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 17 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended with back problems

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

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, German, Russian and Turkish.

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.