Horseback riding in Ollantaytambo is, without a doubt, a unique and amazing experience. Today we introduce you to a different way to enjoy Cusco, the “navel of the world” and cradle of the Inca Empire.
Cusco is one of the best places in Peru for adventure activities: kayaking, hiking, rafting, quad biking, cycling, ziplining… But perhaps one of the most beautiful and rewarding is horseback riding.
Benefits of horseback riding
A lot has been written about the benefits of horseback riding. In general, many studies highlight how positive the interaction between animals and people is, and horses are on that list.
Riding improves balance and posture, and helps tone muscles throughout the body, especially around the pelvis and legs. You will notice it if it is your first time and you ride for several hours: your legs will feel stiff. That is why starting with short rides brings nothing but benefits.
It also improves coordination and, almost without noticing, teaches you to handle the unexpected. And because you depend on another living being, riding captures your full attention and puts you in a state of mindfulness, which research shows helps calm the mind and brings many other benefits.
As an outdoor activity, it connects you with nature and, if you ride in a group, with other people too. And although many find it hard to believe, the bond you form with a horse is special, even if only for a short time.
Finally, contact with another living being boosts serotonin, which helps us feel better and lowers stress and anxiety. That is why riding and other activities with horses are now part of several kinds of therapy.
Enjoy a horseback ride in Ollantaytambo
Ollantaytambo is a town in the Sacred Valley of the Incas that is also home to a beautiful archaeological site. It lies on the banks of the Patacancha River, a tributary of the Urubamba, in the Cusco province of the same name.
Exploring it on horseback takes you through other villages and along country roads across the valley, with gorgeous natural scenery close to the city of Cusco.
An experience like this makes for a day full of fun and joy. Riding through the valley and the mountains is one of the unique experiences in Cusco that we recommend. To enjoy it to the fullest, book it with a professional tour agency such as Experience Colibri, with many years of experience and thousands of happy travellers’ stories.
Adults and children alike can enjoy it: contact us and we will help you choose. Horseback riding in Ollantaytambo is perfect on your own, as a couple or in a group, and the tour includes all the equipment you need. Get ready for your next ride across the land once home to the Incas!
