Arrival at the riding center and horse assignment: Meet the horse that will accompany you and take some time to get comfortable before setting off.
Briefing and preparation: Listen to your guide’s instructions and learn the basic rules for handling your horse safely.
Murgia trails: Get in the saddle and follow familiar trails through the rural landscapes surrounding Santeramo in Colle.
Bosco della Parata: Ride alongside the woodland on scenic nature trails and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the Murgia.
Panoramic viewpoints: Reach some of the most beautiful viewpoints along the route and admire the landscape from a different perspective, with a total elevation gain of around 350 metres.
Return to the riding center: Complete your ride by heading back to the starting point after approximately one and a half hours on horseback.
- Enjoy horse riding between Bari and Matera in the peaceful Alta Murgia countryside
- Discover horseback riding in Puglia on a guided experience suitable for beginners
- Spend time outdoors in a small group, surrounded by rural landscapes and woodland
- Experience a slower, more authentic side of Puglia from the saddle
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| Duration | 1 Hour 30 Minutes |
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| Participants | min 2 max 9 |
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If you need any further information or have additional questions, please feel free to contact us using the phone numbers below. Our team will be happy to provide all the details you need to make the most of your horseback riding experience in Santeramo in Colle. Contact numbers: +39 0835334543 / +39 3284364400 We are available to assist you with any requests or questions and to help ensure that your experience is well organized and runs smoothly. PLEASE NOTE: The itinerary described in the program may be changed due to operational requirements or unforeseen circumstances, particularly weather conditions. However, the overall number and quality of the planned activities and excursions will be maintained. Any such changes will not entitle participants to a refund. |
Further information
Horse riding between Bari and Matera in the Alta Murgia countryside
Experience horse riding between Bari and Matera in the countryside around Santeramo in Colle, an ideal location for discovering inland Puglia away from the busiest tourist routes. This relaxed outdoor activity combines nature, local landscapes and an introduction to horse riding in a peaceful rural setting.
A beginner-friendly way to experience Puglia
No previous riding experience is required for adults. Before setting off, you will receive the essential instructions needed to feel comfortable and confident with your horse, making this an excellent choice for travelers looking for horseback riding in Puglia for the first time.
Discover the quieter side of the Alta Murgia
The experience takes place in the Santeramo in Colle area, close to the Alta Murgia National Park and the Bosco della Parata. Here, open countryside and woodland create a setting that feels very different from Puglia’s coastal towns and better-known attractions.
An outdoor experience to add to your Puglia itinerary
Lasting approximately one and a half hours, this horse riding between Bari and Matera experience fits easily into a road trip through central Puglia and Basilicata. It is particularly suitable for couples, friends and small groups looking for an original nature-based activity during their stay.
