Horse Riding · WORLDWIDE
Firm wet sand is the best ground a horse gets, and the reason most people book their first ride. The 15 below span the Caribbean, the Red Sea, the Aegean and the Pacific, with prices, tide notes and which ones take the horses into the water.
Ride from El Yunque foothills through the Mameyes River to Luquillo Beach, with friendly guides, gentle horses, and time to relax.
“Absolutely everything. The best part of my trip ❤️ Thank you for treating these horses with the utmost love & care!”
Ride gentle horses through Santorini’s fields to Vlychada’s black-sand beach with guides, photo stops, water, and small-group care.
“Our time with Emmanuel and Barbara was super great. They took time to explain everything even for beginners and always took care that everything was going well. The scenery was splendid and we came back with plenty of pictures”
Review of Aruba’s ecological horseback ride, with desert trails, Caribbean views, hotel pickup, practical tips, costs, and honest drawbacks.
“It was our first time and they made us feel comfortable and confident. Absolutely loved the experience. My horse Saphira (Hope that’s the right spelling) was beautiful.”
Review of Santorini horse riding from Vlychada to Eros Black Beach, with small groups, gentle horses, photos, gear, and practical tips.
“The ranchers are experienced and love their animals. The horses are great and gentle. Great time riding with them. A beach ride was a first for me.”
Review of Punta Cana beach horseback riding with Fausto, coastal views, Maimon River, pickup details, pricing, safety, and tips.
“Junior was amazing! It was a very beautiful day. The horse, Chocolate, appeared to be well taken care of and easy to ride.”
Review of Agadir and Taghazout’s 90-minute beach horseback ride, with sunset views, hotel transfers, small groups, and practical booking advice.
“Fun, exhilarating and worth the early start for that sunrise.”
Ride Cabo’s desert trails and Pacific beach by ATV and horseback, with hotel pickup, tequila tasting, and key extra costs explained.
“I had already paid $800 for the experience then after getting to the park, there was a $25 entry fee which was an extra hundred dollars for my family then there were optional upgrades and pictures. It would’ve been nice to know all the options while booking and I feel like the entry fee should be included in the price. It felt like we were being taken advantage of once we got to the park.”
Ride Paso Fino horses from forest trails to secluded Puerto Rico beaches, with beginner-friendly guides, scenic stops, and practical booking tips.
“Bring a big water bottle and hydrate beforehand! I would pack lightly, keys wallet and phone that’s all and make sure everything you have on you is secure! Your proficiency at horse riding doesn’t matter much. I was a first timer and nervous for no more than a split second. You can tell the these horses are extremely well trained and they know what they are doing, however remember YOU are still in charge of them! All in all this was the most amazing experience ever. I had Harmony and she was a blessing to work with. Super sweet horse, listens to directions well and LOVES to try to eat…”
Review of Punta Cana’s private sunset horseback ride, with beach views, ranch visits, pickup details, pricing, safety tips, and honest drawbacks.
“It is more of a photo opp. They were constantly taking our pictures. The beach was filled with trash unfortunately due to the previous storm.”
Review of Punta Cana’s private sunset horseback ride, with beach trails, hotel pickup, local guides, pricing, horse comfort, and practical tips.
“We happened to be the only people who booked that day and it was so romantic and nice! Our tour guide, Friendly, was very friendly and kept us on the trail. The sights are BEAUTIFUL and the horses are very nice and calm, but have fun personalities (my partner and I laughed about how his horse always wanted to be the leader). We loved it and would recommend to everyone!”
Review of Punta Cana’s horseback, ATV or buggy, water cave, farm, and Macao Beach tour, with honest tips on safety, value, timing, and what to expect.
“The buggy ride was fun. Unfortunately the horses did not look well and the ride was up and down a road and back. The water cave was over crowded and did not feel too safe to go in. The guides were great and did the best with what they had.”
Ride an Icelandic horse along Vik’s black sand beach with patient guides, calm horses, dramatic views, and beginner-friendly instruction.
“The horses were amazing, the ride on the beach was absolutely breathtaking and the horse trainers were fabulous! Had to be one of the best experiences on this trip!”
Ride from Akrotiri through vineyards and lava rock to Vlychada Beach with calm horses, friendly guides, photos, and sunset views.
“Fantastic. Second time I’ve done this on my trips to Santorini. Lovely way to spend the morning and thanks to Giota for all her help.”
Review of Punta Cana’s sunset horseback ride through Macao forest and beach, with transport, guides, photos, prices, tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Good and easy transfer, amazing horse ride a the beach. Stunning view😍 the horse have good behavior and the guides help everywhere.”
Ride St. Lucia’s beaches with Sandy Hoofs on a private two-hour tour, including forest trails, ocean views, and optional horse swimming.
“Really wonderful experience! All of the horses have unique personalities and are all very well-trained and the guides are interactive and friendly - especially Alpha who was our guide! Can even go into the water with the horses! 10/10 experience!”
Sand, desert, mountain, jungle or ranch.
