Horse riding tour “Lohana”
Horse riding tour on the Lohana plateau for experienced riders
25 km, 4 hours ride
It is not necessary to go in America to enjoy galloping behind wild horses; that can be done in Sardinian prairies.The horse ride begins with the crossing of a small part of the town, and then take the road to Foresta Montes. A highlight of this route is Cuccuru ‘and Paza, a mountain located to 1092 m above sea level from where you can admire the mountains of Gennargentu with Punta La Marmora (1833 m above sea level) is the highest peak of Sardinia, and the chain of Supramonte. It continues to Hohosi where there is a ‘picnic area where you pause to eat a picnic lunch, accompanied by an excellent local wine – Cannonau. Taking the ride again towards small lake Steheò and the will take a backway.
Along the way you can see the village nuragico and the Domus de Janas (home of the fairies) in the area Sirilò, evidence of human presence in this area since ancient times; but also observe centuries-old trees of oak and many species of wild and domestic animals grazing wildlife such as wild boar and wild goats.
Time table:
Annualy a daily, in the morning or in the evening
Riding hours:
4 hours on a horseback
Lenth
20 km
Complexity of itinerary:
Medium
Departure from:
Orgosolo (NU)
Transfer to Orgosolo
Shuttle service to Orgosolo can be provided at extra cost
Accompaniment, language:
the excursion must be accompanied by two guides instructors
Languages: Italian, English and Russian
Number of riders:
Groups 1-8 persons
Clothing:
For those who do not have special clothing for riding, must be dressed in long pants, which does not restrict movement. The shoes must be closed with no heel or heel that does not exceed 2-3 cm. The kep should be released from the club.
Esperience level:
Amateur and experienced riders
Horses:
Sardinian mountain horses of pony-class. No using stallions.
Pace:
Pace, trot, gallop
Accoutrements:
English saddles, sport bridles
Price of the excursion
Price includes
- Rent a horse and accoutrements
- Picnic – lunch with sardinian tipical products
- Accompaniment by professional guides
Price doesn't include
- Transfer to Orgosolo