Horseback Riding Day Trip: Lake Aureilhan, beach and sunset – France - 2026

From 160,00 €

Dates & Prices

Duration: 1 day
Level: Minimum Galop 3
Possibility to bring your own horse: Yes

A day of horseback riding to discover the shores of Lake Aureilhan, culminating at the beach at sunset. The ride follows ridgelines offering stunning views of the vast forest Landes and its unexpectedly dramatic natural dunes. Explore the coastline, the pond, and the Tirelagüe marshes. Continue through the high moorland to Lake Aureilhan, following the banks and the river.

Enjoy a meal in the great outdoors alongside free-roaming horses. End the day with a ride on the beach, including one or two gallops at sunset, before returning to the stables.

This horseback riding excursion is also offered by equestrian travel agencies worldwide, which is a guarantee of quality. English may be spoken during the trip.

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Duration: 1 day. Arrival the day before is possible.

Participant age: From 15 years old. Teenagers of 13 years old if accompanied and having a minimum galop 4 level.

Required riding level: Minimum Galop 3/4, or comfortable at all three gaits with the ability to manage speed and direction while cantering independently.
This ride requires riders with a minimum Galop 3 level and a reasonable level of fitness. The pace is brisk, with frequent trots and canters, allowing for an average of 35 km per day in approximately 6 hours of riding. Cantering is generally done individually or in pairs, whether in the forest or on the beach, allowing riders to control their speed. A group for lower-level riders may be formed, and the ride will follow a shorter route and safer sections for cantering.

Group size: Minimum 3 riders and maximum 8 people

Supervision and safety: Supervision is provided by qualified ATE, CQP ASA or BPJEPS Equestrian Tourism guides, who have extensive knowledge of the Landes and are eager to share it with you. They also speak English.

Aureilhan coastline and lake

Meet at the equestrian center to share coffee or tea and a warm croissant with the other participants. Get acquainted with the staff and then discover the horses. After preparing your mount, ride in the arena to get acquainted with your horse. Horse changes are possible if needed.

Departure for a 2.5-hour horseback ride. Discover the Landes coastline with sweeping views of the Landes and the Atlantic Ocean in the background. Explore the Tirelagüe pond and marshes where the horses drink. Continue riding through the high moorland to Lake Aureilhan. Ride along the lake's shores, then stop by the river for a picnic where the horses can enjoy their freedom. Lunch in the heart of nature followed by a well-deserved nap.

Forested ridges and sunset

Horseback riding activities resume depending on the time of year. The horses are prepared for a 2-3 hour ride. The ride follows the riverbanks and then back into the forest , traversing ridge lines offering lovely views of the vast forest and its unexpectedly dramatic natural dunes. The route continues towards the beach , culminating in one or two gallops at sunset before returning to the stables. Arrival time varies depending on the season and the length of the days. Transfers are then made to the guesthouse or hotel for those staying overnight.

Dates

On request with possible departure with a minimum of 2 riders.

Possible dates depending on our respective availability:
– April, May, June, September: Saturdays only
– October, November, December, January, February, March: Monday to Saturday

Prices

Period	Low season	Mid-season	July-August
Rider price includes lunch	€160/person.	€160/person.	€175/person.

The price includes

Lunchtime picnic

Supervision by qualified professionals (Equestrian Tourism Guide or equivalent)

The price does not include

Accommodation

Transfers to/from the SNCF train station and airport

Individual insurance for non-FFE license holders

cancellation insurance

Payment method

BANK TRANSFER: Upon confirmation of your booking request, we will send you our IBAN so that you can pay the deposit and then the balance (for stays of 3 days and more) or the total amount (for stays of less than 2 days) by bank transfer.

For residents of non-EU countries unable to make the bank transfer, please contact us for PayPal payment options.

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Accommodation

If you wish to arrive the day before or leave the day after, we offer accommodation in our 3-star gîte :

3-star holiday cottage in Mimizan

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Access

Equestrian gîte, 55 route de Baleste, 40200 MIMIZAN, France.
How to get there?

Meeting time: 8:30 AM

Equipment

Riding gear to bring

Riding trousers and tops
Helmet, protective vest (mandatory for motocross)
Ankle boots and chaps (avoid boots)
Riding crop (optional but recommended)
Gourd

Have a question? Send us a message

By phone: +33 5 58 09 34 25 or +33 6 81 27 15 01

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Celine o

What can I say, just perfect! Our daughter came back thrilled! The teenagers were very well looked after. The English teacher and riding instructor were top-notch. A small group of 5 girls with great camaraderie. And above all, they're already looking forward to coming back next year! 😅

Clémence L

I've just returned from my second horseback riding trip with this center. Everything was perfect! The horses, the scenery, the atmosphere, the meals... There's even a pool and a sauna to relax in after the five hours of riding. Michel has his own unique way of doing horseback riding; each horse, and therefore each rider, must be independent. We never canter one behind the other; we can all take turns leading. It's so great that it's going to be hard to go on rides anywhere else after this. I haven't tried it, but I know they also offer outdoor riding courses for beginners. In one week (four hours a day), Anne teaches you to be comfortable at all three gaits, and you're able to canter on the beach on the last day! A thousand thanks to Anne, Michel, Amandine, and Yoann for their hospitality and for giving me such a wonderful week.

Margaux N

A wonderful week of riding in the forest and on the beach! Anne, Michel, and Yohan allowed us to discover their region with the help of their lovely horses. The horses are hardy and responsive to their riders. The gîte is very pleasant, and the pool and sauna were much appreciated after a day in the saddle. Thank you to the whole team!

Nicolas P

I had a fantastic week at this equestrian center. The Derby Cross clinic was brilliant with a superb coach! The horses are out in the paddock 24/7! The accommodation is really great and clean too. A huge thank you to Amandine who cooked us amazing meals throughout the week. I highly recommend it! We'll be back next year!

Narelle W

Arrived as a beginner (6 lessons in UK) and left feeling confident to enjoy the canter along the beach. Ann is a great instructor - explaining how the methods relate to horse behavior and psyche. The horses are all well natured and happy. I was apprehensive about not being able to keep up with others, but the teaching style is patient and I was lucky to be in a group of kind and supportive people. The beach ride is bliss!

Joanna W

This was my second visit here, had the best time... Horse was amazing "Jango". The rides were good too. Unfortunately there was a heat wave but the team improvised well and horses and riders were looked after. I totally recommend this equestrian center.. Thanks Michelle and Anna..

Esther C

This is the second year in a row I've come for a long ride in the forest and then on the beach at this center, and it's always a pleasure. The instructors, like the horses, are perfect! The setting for the ride is incredible. I highly recommend it!

Arnaud L

Hello Michel, We wanted to thank you again for the wonderful horseback ride on Saturday, April 11th with our two boys. What a pleasure it was to see you again 20 years later with the same passion, such a beautiful approach to horses, and such a gentle yet effective technique. Thank you for taking the time to explain the basic rules to our boys; you managed to keep them smiling and enjoying riding despite the less-than-ideal weather. They're even keen to come back and see you for a clinic. What more could we have hoped for? We wanted to share with them the feeling we had during those magnificent gallops on the beach, and you more than succeeded. We wish you all the best and hope to come back and see you sooner this time. Arnaud and Marie

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Aureilhan coastline and lake

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