La Granja
Welcome on Granja Tara!
You are looking for a calm place to enjoy a peaceful holiday on Fuerteventura? You have just found a safe haven for humans and animals alike. We are located on the west coast of Fuerteventura, between ocean and desert and close to the beautiful beach of El Cotillo. Surrounded by nature, you will experience the adventurous lifestyle of the Canary Islands. True to the motto „a home without animals is like the sky without stars“, you will spend a fantastic time on Tara Ranch. We offer horse riding expirience, half day courses ,comfortable accommodations with or without an active program.
We offer various holiday programs for our guests. You can combine horse riding with mindfulness and meditation, or with a ride and surf beginner course. Granja Tara focuses on a conscious coexistence of humans, animals and nature. Every animal on our farm has its own story and we´ll be happy to tell you all about it over a cup of coffee.Become a part of the Tara family and share a sustainable living experience on our beautiful island!
Being conscious about the environment does not mean „less comfort“. Have a look at our tiny houses and accommodations to find a cozy place to stay!
Excursions on horseback
Once a day, we go for excursions on horseback. We follow the spectacular cliffs of El Cotillo or ride into the romantic sunsets in the evening. The rides last about 2 hours and are suitable for individuals as well as couples and families. In the mixed groups we make sure that beginners and more experienced riders both have fun. And of course our horses do too! For advanced riders, we are also happy to arrange personalised VIP rides with individual routes, depending on experience.
Special: Romantic Sunsets
Mindfulness with horses
Their ability to be in the moment without judgment allows them to pick up on our subtle body language signals and emotions. Horses often mirror our feelings and when we show stress, nervousness or strong emotions, they tend to show the same. This unbiased feedback from the horse gives us the opportunity to see ourselves better and challenges us to look inwards, explore ourselves, and ask ourselves: what is alive in me now, in this moment?
Mindful Trust Training
This course is aimed at owners and animal lovers who want to get to know a magical human-horse interaction.
It is based on presence and non-violent communication, according to the founder Marshall Rosenberg.
What does it mean to be "PRESENT"? Why does "being present" change our friendship? What else is possible to have a happy and easy relationship with the horse?
This course will show you how much more connection and trust with your horse is possible, change your thinking about partnership forever, and help you build a deep friendship with your animals !!!
Mindful trust training with horses!
Day 1
We try to create trust between animal and human.
We explore how the animal reacts to our breathing.
How do we share our needs and our feelings with the animals?
Nonviolent communication is easier than you think.
The human-animal connection without expectations.
Day 2
How we can change the way we look at ourselves and our animals.
Why asking questions completely changes our understanding of the animal.
Why dominating your horse or dog takes away your animal's trust.
Practical understanding to help your pet build trust with you.
The simple way to make positive changes in your life.
Day 3
How to look at negative behavioral situations from a new perspective.
How to create an environment where your pet feels understood.
How to help your pet learn on their own.
How to create genuine trust.
Why working with gratitude means you can achieve so much more with your animals.
We believe this course will change the way you think about connection and trust, and help you deepen your friendship with your animals!
Your Holiday Home at the Stables
Our small farm is an oasis by the sea!
The typical Canarian house has been lovingly restored by us and is very cosy. The beach and the fishing village are a 10 minute walk away.
The location and the sea view, the peace and quiet and the many animals on the finca make for a great holiday feeling.
The house with its 2 bedrooms offers space for 4 people and all windows offer great views of the sea. The terrace and the large garden invite you to barbecue or just relax.
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The animals are our stars
Help animals with a sponsorship
Tara Animal Rescue Farm is mainly financed by our programme "Mindfulness with horses" and by the support of our sponsors - donations are invested in feeding the animals, the farrier and the vet!
Become a sponsor - we will be happy to inform you!
Our four-legged friends, and also the three-legged goat Flakes, say thank you very much.
Together we are never alone!
We are easy to find:
On the road to El Cotillo, leave El Roque on the right and Granja Tara is on the left, next to the old mill, which is easy to see. At the small crossroads, just before the end of the village, follow the natural path towards the mill. You can´t miss our sign.