Views from the Saddle

The starting point for the Tuli Safari is right over Botswana’s border with South Africa, in the extreme east of the country, on the banks of the Limpopo River. The riverbeds were dry while I was there in October,... Browse article

Flying in on a helicopter it’s easy to see where the Okavango Delta begins, a startling oasis of green surrounded by stark desert. As we entered the delta from Maun, the pilot pointed out the “buffalo fence” designed to... Browse article

Riding the moors of England Monday’s trail along the wooded valleys of the Camel Trail to Hellandbridge and beyond was simply magical. Clouds were still rolling in and out but the secluded valley and the tree-lined trail offered shelter... Browse article

Following Mel and Bayard Fox’s ride in Morocco in March, they put together the following photo... Browse article

Please enjoy the below photo slideshow created by Mel Fox following her Glacier Estancia ride in... Browse article

Bayard Fox, founder of Equitours and Bitterroot Ranch, was featured in Hurlingham Polo From my ranch in Wyoming I can see a range of mountains, towering more than 13,000 feet into the sky. No other human dwelling in sight.... Browse article

Horseback Riding History Has Multiple Aspects There are countless facets to the complex relationship between men and horses which has been so crucial to both species. We summarize some of the most important below with links to more detailed... Browse article

Sampling Lusitano horseback riding My week in experiencing riding vacations in Portugal was split between our host south of Lisbon and the other farther north. It began at the international airport in Lisbon as our group all found each... Browse article

Riding and Exploring during this unique riding vacation in Italy I was struck by the charm of the inn the moment I stepped from the car near Abbessanta, Sardinia. Granted, my lack of Italian might have made it easier... Browse article

Not for the faint of heart Icelandic legend spins the tragic, true tale of falsely accused folk hero Fjalla-Eyvindur and his wife Halla. Exiled in the inhospitable highlands with little food and no shelter, their children died in infancy... Browse article

Oregon’s Forests, Beaches and Vineyards The hosts and guides of the Willamette Coast ride come from a strong riding and outfitting background.  The husband and wife team of Justin and Lindley Leahy oversee all aspects of this adventurous trip,... Browse article

Castles, Caves, Vineyards, Forests, Medieval Villages and Foie Gras Since we started Equitours some 35 years ago I have had the wonderful good fortune to do over a hundred rides around the world. My latest ride, the Castles and... Browse article