Top Costa Rica Horseback Riding

Horse riding on a Caribbean beach should be on everybody's bucket list! Stroll along the turquoise blue sea and powder white sands on your beautiful horse. What better way to connect with nature and experience the Pure Vida. We will ride through the jungle and beaches to the stunning Punta Uva, the World's top 5 "Most beautiful beach!" A short hike takes us up to the lookout for priceless views of the coast.

Discover Playa Conchal on horseback with Rigo Tours, a true local Costa Rican company that offers a peaceful, private, and ethical riding experience. This 1.5 - hour adventure is perfect for horse lovers, couples, families, and travelers who want to connect with nature in an authentic way. Ride through scenic tropical trails and along beautiful beach areas while enjoying ocean views, fresh air, and the calm company of our well-cared-for horses. Along the way, you'll have time to take photos, enjoy the Pura Vida atmosphere, and possibly spot local wildlife depending on the day. What makes this experience special is our commitment to responsible horse care. Our horses work only by reservation, receive proper rest, balanced diets, veterinary care, and daily attention with love and respect. Book this experience if you’re looking for a safe, beautiful, and meaningful way to explore one of Costa Rica’s most iconic beach destinations.

Set off on horseback through the mountains and trails around beautiful Manuel Antonio on this full-day, guided tour with lunch included. After a safety briefing and riding instructions, hop on your horse and follow your guide into the mountains to an altitude of 1,900-feet (600-meters) taking in amazing views, wildlife, and vegetation along the way. Enjoy a swimming break on the way down and a local lunch at the ranch.

Embark on a scenic horseback riding adventure to Conchal Beach in Costa Rica's Guanacaste region, guided by experts through lush jungles and rolling hills while looking out for wildlife such as monkeys and iguanas. Arriving at Conchal Beach, enjoy its powdery white sands and crystal-clear waters, whether wading in the waves, or simply relaxing under the tropical palm trees. An unforgettable experience blending adventure, relaxation, and natural beauty for riders of all levels. All transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off included

For an exciting half-day adventure, book this small group, intimate tour that takes you on boats, horses, and much more. Your local guide will inform you about the local flora and fauna, all the while looking out for your safety and well being.Your boat captain will take you smoothly across the river to meet your well groomed horse. You can just enjoy the rides.

Experience the beauty of Jaco Beach from atop a horse during this small-group horseback riding tour. Led by friendly local guides, explore nature, rice plantations, unique trails, river crossings, and beach rides. Spot wildlife like monkeys and sloths while enjoying the ocean breeze. Upgrade to include activities like ziplining and ATV tours. This tour travels at a slow pace and is suitable for all skill levels

Saddle up for a thrilling 2-hour horseback riding adventure from Playa Flamingo and soak up the scenery from the back of a beautiful horse! Look out for Howler monkeys, iguanas, magpie blue jay and parakeets as you amble along rainforest trails or let loose with a gallop along the beach. Best of all: there are a range of horses and trails suitable for all levels, from complete beginners to experienced riders.

Horseback riding tour at Bijagual Waterfalls, one of the highest and most majestic waterfalls in the entire territory of Costa Rica.

The tour begins with an introduction to the adventure park and a brief lesson on ziplining through the canopy. After the safety briefing, you will board a Jungle Bus that takes you to the top, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the tropical canopy, La Fortuna waterfall, Pino Blanco waterfall, and Arenal Volcano. There is a 15-minute hike accompanied by a highly trained guide. The guide will explain the area's significance and help you spot any wildlife along the way. Upon arriving at the ziplines, you will first complete three shorter cables to familiarize yourself with the equipment and the sensation of ziplining. There are 12 ziplines, totaling 3.5 kilometers. The longest cable, measuring 980 meters, spans the famous La Fortuna Waterfall, and two additional cables cross over the Pino Blanco Waterfall. After completing the ziplines and visiting the Maleku Indians, enjoy a 20-minute horseback ride through pastureland and secondary forest, returning to the entrance.

During the tour, you will visit the beach and see other amazing natural surroundings. You will have the chance to visit as well a hidden beach that only a few know in this area. Our local tour guide is very experienced having more than 20 years been working with horses and other animals. We have brand new horse equipment bought in July 2023. We do not organize big tours, only small groups so you can enjoy the tour 100%. This area is one of only five blue zones in the world! You will have to see as well the famous Isla Tortuga watching from Playa Organos.

Discover the stunning landscapes of Santa Teresa on a 2-hour horseback riding tour that combines beaches, jungle, and mountain paths. Guided by experienced locals, this adventure takes you through scenic routes with breathtaking ocean views and abundant wildlife. Ride gentle horses suited for all skill levels, ensuring a comfortable experience for everyone from families to seasoned riders. Capture the beauty of sunset as you journey along pristine shores, creating unforgettable memories under the golden hour. 2-hour guided horseback ride through Santa Teresa's diverse landscapes Explore Malpais and Hermosa Beach with stunning ocean views Suitable for all levels, with well-trained horses for comfort Includes safety equipment, water, and professional guiding services

Leave the noisy vehicles behind and enjoy the serenity of horseback riding along a beautiful beach in Costa Rica. Choose a horse to suit your ability, then take a relaxed ride along Playa Flamingo at sunset and admire the views while looking out for a variety of birds and animals.

For an action packed adventure including hiking and a soak in the hot springs as a reward, book this private tour. You’ll have your own private guide, so you and your party can hike and relax on your own schedule. No need to wait for a large group or tour bus, or to figure out the logistics on your own. Enjoy this day out and let your guide take care of all the planning.

Riding on horseback lets you explore parts of Costa Rica that you wouldn’t otherwise have easy access to. Meet your horse and trek up the Miravalles Volcano for about 90 minutes, admiring the views along the way and looking out for beautiful birds and animals. Your local guide will keep you safe and on track, and can tell you about the wildlife and landscape along the way.

With clear waters and crushed-seashell sands, Playa Conchal is one of the Gold Coast’s most scenic beaches. On this private tour, saddle up and explore the beach from the back of a (well-trained and well-taken-care-of) horse. Follow your guide along the seashore, getting the chance to see wildlife such as iguanas, monkeys, and many types of birds.

This full day experience combines ziplining, water slides, buffet lunch, forest tractor ride, waterfalls, horseback riding, and a spa complete with mud baths, sauna, and a hot spring. All of this will be arranged for you so you can just experience all the activities with your group members. There is a lot to do today, so bring appropriate clothing and energy.

Ride a horse into the jungle on this guided small-group tour near Jaco to a towering waterfall, ancient groves of trees and a remote valley ranch. Watch for white-faced monkeys, toucans, and macaws as you ride your Costa Rican stepping horse along the trail and enjoy the cool spray from the 180-foot (55-meter) El Encanto waterfall. Take in stunning views of the thickly forested landscape, then finish your tour with fresh fruit and juice at the scenic ranch.

Animal lovers will enjoy exploring Costa Rica’s landscapes on horseback during this private, customizable half-day tour. Trek along jungle trails, through rivers, and across open pastures between hills, admiring views and learning about Costa Rica from your bilingual naturalist guide. Riding on horseback lets you visit places that would be hard to reach any other way while having fun.

Enjoy panoramic views of the Chachagua Forest Reserve and the guide will be able to take photographs of different animals, including birds and sloths. The tour also includes a short walk to visit a 60-meter-high ceiba tree. Our guides have extensive knowledge of the flora and fauna and will provide explanations about nature during the horseback tour. You will have the opportunity to enjoy a typical Costa Rican lunch, which is a part of a cooking class. You can also roast your coffee and make tortillas at the end of the tour. The tour covers a total of 5 kilometers around our rainforest reserve and is highly recommended for families and nature lovers. Guests can collect ingredients during the horseback ride to cook their lunch at the typical Don Lelo ranch

Horseback riding on Playa Conchal is unique due to its combination of natural beauty, the beach’s distinctive white sand, and the local wildlife. The sand at Playa Conchal is made of crushed shells, giving it a sparkling white appearance that contrasts with the turquoise waters, creating a breathtaking backdrop for riders. The calm waves and the stretch of the beach make it ideal for a serene ride, especially during sunrise or sunset. Riding along Playa Conchal also allows for close encounters with the diverse flora and fauna of Costa Rica, as riders can explore surrounding areas that are home to howler monkeys, exotic birds, and other wildlife. Additionally, the peaceful and relatively uncrowded nature of the beach, compared to other popular spots in Guanacaste, offers an intimate connection with the natural surroundings Why choosing us ? horses are well trained you will feel free and safe we try to adapt our horses to your level to make your experience so unique

Join us for an unforgettable horseback riding adventure lasting a total of 2 hours and 30 minutes. After a brief introduction, we’ll set off through the lush landscapes surrounding Costa Rica’s mesmerizing Rio Celeste. The ride includes 2 hours on horseback. This exclusive experience, available only on our private trails, offers a unique chance to dive into the river—something not permitted within Tenorio Volcano National Park. This journey unveils exuberant forests, rich biodiversity, and breathtaking natural wonders at every turn. A fruit snack is served at the end of the ride, and on cooler days, we’re happy to treat you to a warm drink, like a cup of coffee or hot chocolate.

Immerse in an authentic Costa Rican horseback riding adventure with an exclusive farm tour. Guided through the breathtaking Papagayo dry forest, you’ll encounter a vibrant array of wildlife and livestock in their natural surroundings. Watch out for grazing cows and horses alongside native creatures like frogs, iguanas, howler monkeys, white-faced capuchins, and vibrant butterflies. Bird enthusiasts will enjoy spotting colorful species in the trees. This unforgettable ride offers a close-up view of Costa Rica’s stunning biodiversity and serene landscapes.

Many group tours can go too fast while exploring a new place, but not this Tamarindo private horseback riding tour that lets you go at your own pace without having to share your guide with a large group. Choose your departure time, with sunset and sunrise being particularly special, and explore the beauty of the forest and white-capped waves along the coast of Tamarindo beach while horseback riding.