You will be met at Victoria Falls and brought to the lodge. After settling in and lunch your guide will meet you at 3:15pm for your afternoon ride. A safety talk and pre trip briefing will see you on your way for the start of your adventure here. This afternoon will be your first introduction to this area and a chance to see if you are happy with your horse, your saddle and so on.
The ride will end at the stables at sunset. A short drive through the reserve will take you back to the lodge.
From the moment I arrived at Monte Velho I could feel the magic in the air. The accommodations were designed to allow you incredible views of the countryside and the barns that housed their beautiful Lusitanos were meticulously kept. The staff was always very friendly and the level of instruction was outstanding. Having the opportunity to ride their highly schooled lesson horses was a thrill and I watched everyone who rode throughout the week, including myself, make incredible advancements with their riding skills. The days we were able to hack out over the beautiful countryside were exciting, especially during the times we were encouraged to gallop with abandon. The food was extraordinary with a variety of delicious options to accommodate everyone's palates. And I discovered that Portuguese wine is DIVINE. I have experienced many riding holidays around the world and have always said that I don't have time to return to a particular place because there are so many places yet to experience. But I can assure you that I will indeed return to Monte Velho next year!
Foose, 2022
