Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Horse Riding Holidays
Founded over a decade ago, Globetrotting was born from a passion for horse riding and cultural exploration. Our team personally tests every ride and partner globally, ensuring unmatched expertise in curating horse riding holidays tailored to diverse abilities and budgets. With a commitment to transparency, we guarantee competitive pricing and offer a price-matching promise. Our team's extensive experience spans continents, having guided rides in Kenya, Argentina, and beyond, while our customer-centric approach has earned 99% client satisfaction.We prioritise authentic, immersive travel experiences that connect riders with local cultures and landscapes, supported by impartial advice and comprehensive travel assistance including flights, insurance, and itineraries.
Services
Horse Riding Holidays
Cultural Horse Experiences
Adventure Travel
Solo Travel Packages
Luxury Equestrian Tours
Budget Riding Holidays
Family-Friendly Rides
Guided Horseback Safaris
Equestrian Photography Tours
Horseback Wine Tours
Highlights and features
- We personally test every ride and partner globally
- Price-matching guarantee on all horse riding holidays
- Expert team with decades of equestrian travel experience
- Solo traveller-friendly with 50% solo bookings
- 99% client satisfaction rate from 15,000+ globetrotters
What people say
Life-changing experiences
Expert local guides
Exceptional horse care
Cultural immersion
Seamless organisation
Services
Horse Riding Holidays
Curated horse riding adventures across 25+ countries with expert matching to rider ability and budget. Our personally tested rides combine cultural immersion with exceptional equine experiences. From beginner-friendly trails to advanced multi-day treks, we offer luxury lodges to authentic estancias with professional guides ensuring safety and enjoyment.
Cultural Horse Experiences
Unique cultural immersion through horseback exploration of local traditions and communities. Experience authentic gaucho life in Argentina, Maasai horsemanship in Kenya, or samurai riding in Japan. Our itineraries include homestays, traditional cuisine, and cultural workshops with expert local guides enhancing cross-cultural understanding.
Adventure Travel
Challenging horseback adventures in remote wilderness locations including Patagonia, Mongolia, and Namibia. These physically demanding rides require intermediate+ riding skills with expert guides navigating diverse terrains. Includes safety briefings, appropriate equipment, and support vehicles where necessary for remote area exploration.
Solo Travel Packages
Tailored experiences for solo travellers with 50% of clients booking alone. Our packages include group rides with like-minded adventurers and dedicated single supplements where available. Expert team provides additional support for solo bookings with pre-travel briefings and social integration during tours.
Luxury Equestrian Tours
High-end horse riding holidays featuring 5-star accommodations and exclusive access. Includes private guides, gourmet dining, and premium horse breeds with custom itineraries for discerning travellers. Destinations feature royal estates in Scotland, vineyard lodges in France, and boutique haciendas in Mexico with seamless concierge service throughout.
People
Kate Pilcher
Founder & Guide
Founded Globetrotting after a life-changing Kenyan safari. With 15+ years of equestrian travel experience, she speaks Spanish and Kiswahili, and has ridden in 30+ countries. Passionate about authentic cultural connections through horseback exploration.
Steven Pilcher
Photography Director
Former Queensland cattle station rider turned travel photographer. Specialises in capturing equestrian adventures across 20+ countries. Manages visual content strategy and three daughters while supporting remote area logistics.
Laura Rae
Ride Specialist
3* eventer with NSW sheep farming background. Expert in matching clients with suitable rides through personal experience in Canada and the Americas. Manages customer relations and pre-travel consultations for optimal holiday planning.
Mercedes McLean
Canadian Operations
Former Arctic researcher turned equestrian travel expert. Specialises in Canadian and US rides with eventing background. Provides destination expertise for North American adventures while competing with her Queensland-based horse Storm.
Katy Willings
European Operations
Oxford philosophy graduate with 9 years managing the Mongol Derby. Expert in European and Central Asian rides with dual dressage and endurance competition experience. Provides strategic leadership for UK and European market operations.
Questions
What riding experience is required?
We cater to all levels from complete beginners to advanced riders. Each ride has specific ability requirements detailed in trip notes.
What's included in the tour price?
Typically includes accommodation, meals, riding, and local transfers. Flights and insurance are additional unless specified.
How do you match riders to horses?
We consider rider weight, experience, and confidence level to ensure appropriate horse assignments.
What safety measures are in place?
All rides have professional guides, emergency protocols, and appropriate safety equipment for remote locations.
Can solo travellers share accommodation?
We offer single supplements or match solo travellers with roommates where available at no extra cost.
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Reviews (5)
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Nov 16, 2021
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Christina Canas Stinchcomb
Sep 27, 2021
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"Globetrotting goes above and beyond to curate a top notch experience. It’s like having a dear friend who knows all the best local goodies to make for a fantastic experience in every aspect.”
Carolyn Dowse
Aug 17, 2021
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We just completed the Rainbow Beach ride and it was amazing! That was my second ride with Globetrotting and cannot wait for the next one!!! Everything has been thought of and you want for nothing.
Judy Mullins
Aug 11, 2021
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Shell, Wyoming was so beautiful, the tallest mountains I’ve ever seen. The petroglyphs were fascinating. Globetrotting staff is very organized and help you be the best prepared possible. Kate and Laura kept us informed during this pandemic and made the trip smooth sailing.
Kirsty Thys
Jun 27, 2021
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This company is the most professional and yet caring I’ve come across in a long time. No question is too hard for Laura and Kate. I’ve just come back from the Rainbow Beach ride and I’m still amazed. Absolutely… everything was thought of. The glamping was so much better than expected. The horses and staff amazing. The scenery breathtaking. Just as Kate and Laura said it would be. They run the most fabulous rides and were really quick to respond to emails or phone calls. So easygoing but so professional, which is a really hard balance to strike. Five stars for sure.😊
