Horse Riding near Cusco and the Sacred Valley
Perol Chico
www.perolchico.com This excellent well-established ranch and riding stables near Urubamba in the Sacred Valley is run by Dutch-Peruvian Eduard van Brunschot and his wife Maria Zans Gamarra. They offer several horseback riding tours on Peruvian paso horses. Itineraries range from 2 days rides (Salineras, Maras & Moray) including meals and accommodation as well as longer tours up to 11 days.
Cusco For You
www.cuscoforyou.com Ranch is located just outside Urubamba about 4km along the road to Ollantaytambo. You will have to cross the Urubamba River on a small footbridge. This is the path that takes you up to the Salineras (Maras Salt Pans). The ranch is about 400m after the bridge Cusco For You offer horseback riding day trips to the Saneras, Maras & Moray as well as longer trips. They also offer accommodation and other activities in the area such as mountain biking and hiking.
Manu Expeditions
www.manuexpeditions.com Jiron Los Geranios 2-G, Urbinizacion Mariscal Gammara 1ro Etapa, Cusco. Tel 084 225990 Offer a 4 day exploration of the Sacred Valley on horseback
Horse Riding in Arequipa
Colca Trek
www.colcatrek.com.pe Jerusalen 401B, Arequipa. Tel 054-206217 Trekking, climbing up El Misti, mountain bike rental, horse riding, camping equipment
Horse Riding in Huaraz
www.monttrek.com.pe Av. Luzuriaga 646, 2nd floor, Huaraz Telephone: (51 43) 421124 Monttrek is one of the pioneers in trekking and climbing in Huaraz with more than 20 years experience. This professional adventure company can organise ascents to many of the nearby peaks, including ice and rock climbing. Monttrek also offer many mid-priced group treks, mountain biking, horseback riding, river rafting and equipment rental. A good starting point for serious climbers. Hiking equipment, ski and snowboard rentals. Climbing wall available.