Lunch Time - Swimming with horses

Around lunch time, we could have a little play in the water with the horses. All horses all capable of swimming, however they might prefer to avoid the water. The temperature of the water was just 15 degrees, so quite cold as compared to 25 degrees outside. Not all members wanted to go for a swim, because we were told at university not to swim in enclosed (African) water ponds with not current, because there might be parasites inside. Of course, we were not sure about these statements, but we didn’t want to take the risk. So, as I was not swimming myself, that gave me a wonderful chance to get some photos for the girls Yasmine, Tina, Aisling and Severine.

When arriving at camp Horizon, it was amazing to see the 94 horses all together resting. The girls had to ride bare back with swimming suits, so that the horses could go really deep. Lovely to watch!

Tip: As described above, in winter the water is very cold and reaches temperatures of only 15-18 degrees. No need to bring a wet suit, but might be useful to take a bathing suit instead of bikini, along with shorts or long pant.Read more