Mozambique Explorer

 

Mozambique

 

 

The Mozambique Explorer is designed to give all volunteers a unique insight into African life. You will explore the culture of Mozambique, develop your riding skills and make a real difference to the local communities. At this project you will develop a wealth of knowledge about equine management, improve your riding skills and experience real life in Africa.

Based over two locations you will experience life with horses both in the coastal town of Vilanculos on mainland Mozambique and also with their herd of horses on the pristine tropical paradise of Beguerra Island in Mozambique’s first National Marine Park.  As well as working with horses you will experience azure waters, white sandy beaches, palm trees and pristine coral reefs. The snorkeling is superb and you are likely to spot whales, dolphins, turtles, and the only viable dugong population remaining in that part of the world.

   

The Mozambique Explorer offers the excellent opportunity to gain experience in horse riding and equine management in the unique setting of Mozambique. In addition to the work with the horses you will be introduced to the ‘real’ Africa, poverty and the problems faced by the communities in Mozambique, whilst exploring their unique culture and beautiful country. You will take away a wealth of new knowledge and appreciation for different cultures and this really will be a positive, life changing experience for everyone involved.

    

Activities you will be involved in include:

• Grooming
• Feeding
• Riding in the school
• Going out on Trail Rides
• Beach Riding
• Improving your riding skills
• Assisting with all aspects of the horses’ daily routines
• Teaching local village children how to ride (optional)
• Helping at a local orphanage skills centre (optional)

  

What’s included:

• Accommodation
• Three excellent meals per day
• Airport Transfers
• Laundry service
• All equestrian activities
• All use of the horses and equipment
• Trail rides and beach rides
• Trips out to Benguerra Island
• Helping at local schools (optional)
• Helping at a local Orphan Skills Centre (optional)

What’s not included:

• Flights
• Personal travel insurance
• Visas
• Any personal spending money
• Any extra excursions or activities

Project Location: Situated in south eastern Mozambique, the Mozambique Explorer has two bases – one in the coastal village of Vilanculos and one on the tropical island paradise of Benguerra Island.

Start Dates: First Monday of each month

Duration: Any length from two weeks to twelve months

How to book a place: Download our Booking Form and return to us with your deposit

Download extra information on the Mozambique Explorer here  

 

Globe Trotters International strongly recommends that all riders wear a securely fastened hat conforming to the latest safety standards at all times when riding and handling horses