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Los Caballos del Mosquin - Frequently asked questions

We have selected some of the  "Frequently Asked Questions" (FAQs) we get asked from time to time. You can scroll down for the full list or have a look at the titles below and click on the title you want to know more about. If this does not answer your questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Who are Los Caballos del Mosquin?

How do I book my holiday?

Do you have late booking / last minute riding holiday offers?

Where are your terms & conditions?

What means of payment do you accept?

Do you organise flights?

Do you do airport transfers?

What about car hire?

Can you do special itineraries for group bookings?

Do you cater for families?

Do I have to do riding every day?

Do I have to be an expert rider / what experience do I need?

Are there minimum ages / height / weight restrictions on the riding?

What should I bring?

Where is Cómpeta?

What is Cómpeta like?

What else may be happening while I am there?

What's the weather like?

What's your policy on carbon offsetting / eco / responsible tourism / green issues?

What's going to try and eat me?

How do I buy a pair of riding boots?

Who are Los Caballos del Mosquin?
Los Caballos del Mosquin was founded in 1997 by Eva Maria Sigvardt. Read more here.

How do I book my holiday?
Full details of the booking process are on our Booking page.

Do you have late booking / last minute riding holiday offers?
You are always welcome to contact us for inquiries about late bookings.

Where are your terms & conditions?
Please see Booking, Terms and conditions.

What means of payment do you accept?
We accept payment by Paypal and the credit cards accepted by Paypal og Bank Transfer. All the details are on the Booking page.

Do you organise flights?
No, as we find that it is usually cheaper and more convenient for our clients to take advantage of the many low cost airline routes operating  to Malaga.

Do you do airport transfers?
When you arrive at Malaga airport there are several possibilities for transport to Los Caballos del Mosquin.
We can arrange a taxi transport - you can use the bus or rent a car. See more details on the Travel page.

What about car hire?
On the Travel page you will find links to our recommended car hire companies, and by using these links you will get a 15% discount.
If you are self driving, you will find full driving instructions on how to find Los caballos del Mosquin on the Travel page.

Can you do special itineraries for group bookings?
Yes, please contact us for special arrangements.

Do you cater for families and non-riders?
Yes - and don't forget that not everyone need to either ride, or be able to ride, as we cater from total beginners to experienced riders. Also, we have a full range of other Other Activities for non riders.

Do I have to do riding every day?
No - we understand fully that not every one wants to ride every day. Equally if you have a non riding partner  or friend that is no problem at all. As we cooperate with other companies in this area all their activities are open to us, so while you are riding your partner could be mountain biking, or potholing. See Other Activities for details.

Do I have to be an expert rider / what experience do I need?
No - not at all.  We cater for the total beginner, right through the "rusty rider" to the experienced riders. All our trekkings are in the mountains and we have stated the level required to participate. When you book the holiday you state your wishes and your riding ability, and we will find the best trekking for you.

Are there minimum ages / height / weight restrictions on the riding?
Yes, in consideration for our horses we have an upper weight limit of 90 kg for a fully equipped rider. We have no height og age limots.

What does a typical week look like?
See Riding Activities and Riding Holidays.

What's the weather like?
In Andalucia we enjoy about 300 days of sunshine per year. We have the four seasons and in spring and autum  the weather is very pleasant for outdoor activities in the mountains around Los Caballos del Mosquin. But being a mountainous area the weather can change very rapidly from lovely sunshine to fog, rain and strong wind.
In the summer we are blessed with a lot of sunshine and more stabile weather. It can get very hot during the day, so we recommend early morning or evening activities.
Check the actual, local weather here.

What should I bring?
You need to pack for a trip to southern Spain at the time of year you are considering (see  "What's the weather like" above). For the activities you will need casual and comfortable clothes, suitable footwear for the activities you will be doing. In the winter it is sensible to bring a waterproof wind breaker, and a warm sweater as it can be quite cold in the mountains. It is always a good idea to dress “in layers” to take off or put on as the temperature changes.
We will provide the riders with hard hats.

Where is Cómpeta?
Cómpeta is situated inland in the Axarquian region of Andalucia east of Malaga. It is 20 km from The Mediterranean Coast and 50 km from Malaga.
Cómpeta is at the edge of the very beautiful Natural Parque “Sierra de Tejeda and Almijara”, which provides the best possible environment for an active holiday filled with beautiful natural impressions.

What is Cómpeta like?
The best way to get an idea of what Cómpeta is like is to watch our videoes. Or visit the official website www.competa.es

What else may be happening while I am there?
See Other Activities and the official web site for Cómpeta.

What's your policy on carbon offsetting / eco / responsible tourism / green issues?
Please see Eco Policy

What's going to try and eat me?
In the mountains there are Ibex, wild boars, rabbits etc - but don’t worry they will not try to eat you? As everywhere else we have wasps, bees and in the evening mosquitos, so bring what you usually use to protect yourself from these flying creatures.

How do I buy a pair of Riding boots.
You will find all information about buying boots on our Purchase procedure page.

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