Horse Riding Experiences in North Cyprus

Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced rider, horse riding is a wonderful way to discover the beautiful countryside, traditional villages and spectacular scenery of North Cyprus.

Accompanied by experienced riders, you can explore peaceful trails, mountain landscapes and coastal surroundings while enjoying some truly memorable views along the way.

Village & Forest Tour

Explore the beautiful village of Karşıyaka on horseback before heading into the peaceful pine forests of the surrounding mountainside.

Along the way, enjoy spectacular views across the countryside towards the Mediterranean Sea and, on clear days, towards the Turkish coastline. With plenty of opportunities to stop and capture the scenery, this is a wonderful way to experience the natural beauty of North Cyprus.

Coastal Tour

Experience the Mediterranean coastline from a completely different perspective.

This scenic horseback tour takes you through the coastal area of Lapta, with wonderful views of the Mediterranean Sea and the dramatic mountains surrounding Karşıyaka, including some of the highest peaks of the Beşparmak Mountain Range.

Please note: this is a coastal tour rather than a beach ride.

Monastery Tour

Follow the winding mountain trail to the monastery situated above the village of Karşıyaka, in the foothills of the magnificent Beşparmak Mountains.

From this elevated position, enjoy uninterrupted views across the village and towards the Mediterranean Sea. The spectacular surroundings provide plenty of opportunities for memorable photographs along the way.

Monastery Tour with Picnic

Make the Monastery Tour even more special by combining your ride with a relaxing picnic.

After following the winding trail into the foothills above Karşıyaka, enjoy a picnic of fresh pastries and fresh juicewhile taking in the beautiful uninterrupted views across the village and Mediterranean Sea.

A wonderful experience for those who would like to combine horse riding, spectacular scenery and a little time to simply relax and enjoy the surroundings.

Monastery Ride Up & Drive Back

Would you love to experience the beautiful ride up to the monastery but prefer not to make the return journey on horseback?

This option allows you to enjoy the scenic mountain trail to the monastery before being met there for a comfortable drive back.

You can still enjoy the magnificent views across Karşıyaka and the Mediterranean Sea — along with plenty of opportunities to capture some wonderful photographs.

Special Occasion Rides

Celebrating something special during your stay?

Whether it's an engagement, anniversary, milestone birthday or another special occasion, a private horse-riding experience can provide a wonderfully memorable way to celebrate.

Please let us know what you have in mind and we can help explore the options available.

Private Riding Lessons

Always wanted to learn to ride?

Private one-to-one riding lessons can be arranged in a secure riding arena, providing a comfortable and controlled environment in which to develop your confidence and riding skills.

Riding Holidays

For guests who would like horse riding to form a bigger part of their North Cyprus holiday, we can help create a dedicated riding experience combining different elements of the tours above with private riding lessons.

This can be tailored according to your riding experience, interests and the amount of time you would like to spend in the saddle.

Experienced Riders

For the purposes of selecting the appropriate riding experience, an experienced rider is someone who can walk, trot and canter independently, confidently and in a controlled manner.

Would You Like to Know More?

If you would like further information about any of these horse-riding experiences, please complete the Contact Form below and we will be happy to help you find the most suitable option for your stay at Villa Katrubekar.