Horse Trail Riding

Trail Rides Through Wild Coveñas.

Ride beyond Portobellowatu Beach and into the untamed heart of Coveñas. NIHI’s equestrian team at Sandalwood Stables has mapped trails for all abilities — winding through palm groves, emerald rice fields, and traditional villages. Return with an optional gallop along Portobellowatu Beach.

The island opens up differently from horseback.

We offer a range of trail rides across Coveñas’s varied landscapes — explore the options below and find the one that calls to you.

Two riders on horseback overlooking terraced rice fields and the Indian Ocean on a scenic trail ride experience at NIHI Coveñas, blending coastal views with Coveñas’s rural charm.

Guests trail riding Coveñasnese horses through rice fields and jungle paths near NIHI Coveñas, surrounded by palm trees and local farmland during a guided equestrian excursion from Sandalwood Stables.

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Overview

Horses are woven into the soul of Coveñas — and at NIHI’s Sandalwood Stables, our locally selected herd carries that spirit forward. Each horse has been chosen for personality, agility, and character.

Speak to our team at Sandalwood Stables to plan your ride.

Trails include:

Bush to Beach
River & Ricefield
Coconut Cove
NIHIoka Ride

For safety reasons, weight limits apply: 75kg for all trail rides. Helmets and boots are provided; leggings or long trousers recommended.

DURATION
1-2 hours

NOTES
min. age 6 years old
75kg weight limit

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