Arco dei Baci (x1 person)
suitable for beginners
65,00€
If you would like to join the excursion on a specific day, you must contact us on WhatsApp at 3486553944 before buying on the website, to make sure the requested date is available; otherwise we cannot guarantee the excursion.
- 1½-hour horseback ride on a western saddle (at a walk)
- Initial briefing with paperwork, handing out of safety equipment and a first introduction to the horse
- Recommended for beginners
- Experience for 1 person
- Expected duration 2 hours, including mounting up
- Distance covered: 5.2 km
An exclusive experience for small groups
Each Arco dei Baci (the Kissing Arch) ride is limited to a maximum of 6 participants. It is a deliberate choice that allows us to give every guest the attention they deserve and to accompany, calmly and safely, even those in the saddle for the first time. An authentic, relaxing experience, carefully planned down to the last detail.
Details and rules
Along the Santa Barbara Mining Trail
Description
Immerse yourself in the thousands of years of history and the natural beauty of the island of Sant'Antioco on our exclusive horseback ride along the clifftops of Is Praneddas, home to the striking cove of the “Arco dei Baci” (the Kissing Arch) and its natural pool.
You will ride a stretch of the bridle path of the Santa Barbara Mining Trail, a unique journey through fascinating places between sea, hills and ancient archaeological sites.
Before setting off from Carolina Ranch, which lies right on the official route of the bridle path and a stone’s throw from the Arco dei Baci, we will do a practice lap with our experienced guides. Once you feel at ease with your horse, we will head for one of the most unspoilt stretches of coastline on the island, see the cave of Su Portu e Su Trigu, follow the trail to the Arco dei Baci and the Is Praneddas totem, then climb back up the headland to the Ranch.
The ride winds along a coastal trail with breathtaking views over the crystal-clear sea of the west coast, full of unique scents and colours and spectacular scenery, where you can take in the sea, the sun and unspoilt nature in all their grandeur, with unforgettable sunsets and views.
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced rider, our ride is designed to be safe and accessible, with horses trained to walk for your comfort and safety.
Key information
- Minimum age 14.
- Maximum body weight per person 95 kg
- Available all year round.
- Suitable for beginners, including complete first-timers.
- Recommended clothing: long trousers, hiking boots, riding boots or closed-toe shoes, a bum bag or a jacket in case of bad weather.
- Carolina Ranch staff reserve the right to change the duration and route at any time without notice.