Camargue: Horseback Riding Tour to the Vaccarès Pond

The Camargue, Marseille



Le Mas Saint Germain offers you an authentic experience of discovering the wild Camargue through horseback riding tours to the Vaccarès Lagoon. In a small group or privately.

Highlights

  • Discover an authentic place: the wild Camargue
  • Visit a family farm involved in breeding bulls and horses
  • Meet a team that cares about the well-being of Camargue horses
  • Benefit from a bilingual professional instructor with a state-recognized qualification

Description

Not far from Arles and Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, you can take a horseback riding tour through the heart of the Camargue, guided by an experienced instructor. The ride goes as far as the Vaccarès Pond, where you can observe a wide variety of birds.

We offer horseback riding tours in the Camargue for everyone, either in small groups or as private tours.

This is a 2-hour activity for all levels, from 6 years old.

Comfortable and appropriate clothing is recommended: long-sleeved shirt, jeans and closed shoes (ankle boots or sneakers).

The meeting point is in front of the stables.

After the welcome, our instructor will choose a horse for you. We will then go with you to fetch them from the field and bring them back to the stable. We will help you to tack up the horses after you have groomed them, and then we will set off on a horseback riding tour that lasts around 1 hour. We will tour the family farm, see our bull farm and our organic rice fields, and then we will go to the shores of the Vaccarès Lagoon.

During the ride, we also offer the option of trotting and galloping. For those who wish to, it is possible to stay at a walk.

Includes

  • 2-hour horseback riding tour, including preparation
  • Use of a riding helmet
  • Guided tour led by the instructor

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour starts at a family farm located between Arles and Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, not far from Marseille.
You will see Camargue horses, breeding bulls, and a variety of bird species around the Vaccarès Pond.
A bilingual professional instructor with a state-recognized qualification guides the tour.
Yes, the tours are designed for riders of all levels, including beginners.
The duration varies; check the website for current tour length and schedule near Marseille.
Children can join if they meet the minimum age requirement specified on the booking site.
No previous horseback riding experience is required as the instructor provides guidance throughout the tour.
The farm specializes in breeding Camargue horses and bulls while prioritizing the animals' well-being.
The tour runs year-round, but check the website for seasonal availability and weather conditions.
Yes, the tour is conducted with care for the natural habitat and animal welfare in the Camargue area near Marseille.

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