Horse riding in the Ostia pine forest with tasting

Immerse yourself in an oasis of peace and well-being with our horseback ride through the pine forest in Ostia.

You will ride for about 1 hour in the unspoilt nature of the Litorale Romano State Nature Reserve before enjoying an aperitif with local products in the shade of the maritime pines.

And if this is your first time on horseback, don't worry: experienced instructors will teach you theabc of horse riding and get you in tune with this extraordinary animal. So, ready to mount up?

What we will do

The appointment is inside the Litorale Romano State Nature Reserve, between Ostia Antica and Ostia Lido, a few kilometres from Rome. Upon our arrival, we will be welcomed by the equestrian guide and immediately introduced to the horses.

We will be shown how to approach the horse, how to take care of it and feed it, teaching us the best ways to approach it and make us feel like friends. With this method, a strong connection between man and horse will immediately be established, so that the next step, i.e. riding, will happen naturally and spontaneously.

We will then get on the horse's back to begin our walk through the pine forest. We will ride for about an hour in unspoilt nature, amidst beautiful holm oaks and maritime pines, while the guide accompanies us with stories and curiosities about the places we will see.

Finally, we will return to thefarm of departure, where a delicious aperitif will await us with a platter of sliced cold meats and zero-km products, seasonal vegetables and carasau bread. This will be accompanied by a beverage of your choice: a glass of red wine, beer, spritz or a non-alcoholic drink. The aperitif will be served in a truly evocative location, in the shade of the nature reserve's maritime pines.

Between the initial briefing, horseback riding and tasting, the activity lasts about 2½ hours.

Who it is aimed at

The activity is at an easy level and is suitable for everyone from 8 years old and up. No horse riding experience is required, just being in good health and weighing less than 90 kg.

Other information

This activity is aimed at groups of 1 to 4 participants and can take place all year round, subject to the guide's availability and favourable weather conditions.

The tasting includes a platter of cold cuts and zero-km products, seasonal vegetables and carasau bread. Vegetarian alternatives are available on request. Contact the guide directly after the booking confirmation to communicate any special needs or food intolerances.

Both English and American style can be accommodated.

Recommended clothing

• Comfortable seasonal clothing
• Long trousers
• Trainers