Riding Ponies at Rancho Cala Mandia, Mallorca
Mallorca is a great destination for family-friendly travel, with an abundance of calm beaches and family-focused activities. One of our favourite of these was Rancho Cala Mandia, which is located in the small village of Cala Mandia on the eastern coast of Mallorca
Located down a narrow dirt track behind the Insotel Cala Mandia, at the time of writing the ranch is home to 3 ponies, 16 horses, and a gorgeous elderly donkey.
In the mornings, between 10 am and 1pm you can drop in for kids pony rides, and to book hacks in the afternoon. The pony rides are aimed at smaller children, whilst the afternoon riding sessions are only for children over 10 and for adults.
Thinking of visiting the Rancho Cala Mandia? Here’s our full tried-and-tested review, and everything you need to know:
Note: This post was updated in June 2026, to reflect the most recent pricing and other key information.
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How To Book A Ride At Rancho Cala Mandia
One of the most frequently asked questions about Rancho Cala Mandia is how do you book a ride.
As a small, family-run business, you won’t find a slick business website, but you can contact the Ranch via their Facebook page.
The ranch is open to the public from 10.00 am to 1.00pm, Monday to Friday. It is during these hours that children can have a pony ride (no reservation is required for this) or if your kids don’t feel comfortable riding the ponies, you can simply visit to have a look at the Rancho and the horses, ponies and donkeys
For older kids or adults looking for a more comprehensive ride, Rancho Cala Mandia also offers hacks on horses that have a minimum requirement of 10 years of age and require reservation. You can make the reservation at the Ranch, through social media or WhatsApp +34696752030
Our Rancho Cala Mandia Experience
When we visited the Rancho Cala Mandia, our boys were aged 5 and 8, and completely obsessed with horses! So as soon as we so the sign for a local ranch, we knew we would be incorporating this into our trip.
The German couple that run the ranch were incredibly warm and welcoming, and the boys had plenty of time to stroke and love the ponies before they climbed aboard for their ride. We never felt like they were being rushed at any point.
We also felt that the prices were incredibly affordable. Short 5 minute rides were 5 euros per child whilst slightly longer 10 minute rides were 7 euros. Obviously our pony addict boys opted for the 10 minute ride, and they were so happy to be on board their ponies, stroking them and talking to them throughout.
They were lead by the owner and expert who clearly loved and cared for the animals, and who was incredibly good with the boys, engaging them in chatter and making them feel at ease.
When Is The Best Time To Visit?
The weather was incredibly hot during our stay, so we arrived at bang on 10 am and we were the only family there, which was great. I would definitely recommend arriving earlier rather than later, especially if you’re travelling to Mallorca during the summer months, because it’s just too hot to be riding ponies (or, for the parents, walking alongside them) during the heat of the day. The ranch itself offers very little shade, which we found was common for many outdoor activities in Mallorca, so not a criticism, just something to bear in mind!
Do The Ranch Team Speak English?
Although I speak French and Japanese, I’m embarrassed to admit that my Spanish is very rudimentary. Not ideal when we spend so much time in Spain and something I really should rectify!
Luckily, the team at Rancho Cala Mandia speaks German, Dutch, Spanish and English. That makes it easier to arrange bookings, safety instructions and riding levels. For international visitors, this means communication is possible in several languages, and the boys were so comfortable chatting away and feeling understood during their ride.
Final Thoughts and Further Reading
I admit it’s a niche recommendation, but if you’re staying in or around Cala Mandia with kids then a visit to a Rancho Cala Mandia is an absolute must: it’s situated less than 5 minutes walk away from the hotel we were staying at (the Insotel Cala Mandia), and was a real treat for the boys. Our boys are pony/horse mad, and they didn’t stop talking about this experience. It’s also one of the most affordable horse experiences that we have ever had, given that rides are typically an expensive indulgence.
Are you visiting Mallorca with kids? You might be interested in exploring some of our other Mallorca content:
👉 Visiting the Drach Caves and Porto Cristo in Mallorca. A Guide With Kids
👉 Hotel Review: Insotel Cala Mandia Resort and Spa, Mallorca
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