Language
Portuguese, English
Duration
7 Days / 6 Nights
Difficulty
Beginner
Next Date
05/07/2026

International horse riding camp at Herdade de Montalvo with Entre Amigos Equestre, a seven-day six-night adventure for children and teenagers aged 8 to 17 set inside the breathtaking 1000-hectare nature reserve between Alcácer do Sal and Comporta Beach. At 590 euros per participant, this is a week designed to build confidence, independence, genuine connection and unforgettable memories in a safe, fully monitored and internationally diverse environment. Small groups of 6 to 18 participants with activities offered in Portuguese, English, German and French.

The camp combines daily horse riding with a full programme of outdoor adventure and social activities. On horseback, campers enjoy daily riding lessons adapted to their level, scenic trail rides through the estate, horseback games and gymkhanas, horse care activities and friendly competitions including the horse model contest. Beyond the stables the adventure continues with canoeing, swimming pool time, beach outings, archery, orientation games, team challenges and lively evening activities. The estate is fully fenced and monitored 24 hours a day by private security, giving families genuine peace of mind while campers enjoy the freedom of nature. The Entre Amigos team includes experienced riding instructors, camp coordinators and energetic activity leaders who create a warm and inclusive international atmosphere throughout the week.

What your child will experience

🐴 Daily horse riding lessons adapted to each rider’s level from beginner to experienced

🐴 Scenic trail rides, horseback games, gymkhanas and the horse model contest

🐴 Horse care activities and a genuine connection with the animals throughout the week

🐴 Canoeing, swimming, beach outings, archery, orientation games and team challenges

🐴 A diverse international group of young riders from different countries sharing the week

What’s included

🌿 Seven days and six nights at Herdade de Montalvo Nature Reserve

🌿 All daily horse riding activities adapted to participant level

🌿 Horse care and equestrian learning throughout the week

🌿 Full outdoor and evening activity programme

🌿 Experienced riding instructors, camp coordinators and activity leaders

🌿 24-hour security monitoring across the fully fenced 1000-hectare estate

What your child leaves with

New friendships built across borders, growing riding confidence and independence, and the particular kind of memories that only come from a full week of horses, nature and genuine outdoor adventure far from screens.

We are Entre Amigos Equestre, founded by António and Stefanie Salgado at Herdade de Montalvo near Alcácer do Sal and Comporta. Horses, nature and friendship come together here to create unforgettable equestrian experiences for riders of all ages and levels. As a recognised member of the Portuguese Equestrian Federation and IPDJ, we combine qualified instruction, well-trained horses and excellent facilities with the warmth and spirit that our name reflects: among friends.

Open to children and teenagers aged 8 to 17. Small groups of 6 to 18 participants. Activities in Portuguese, English, German and French. Price 590 euros per participant.