Top Central Pacific Horseback Riding

We start and finish our tours at the ranch. All riding levels welcomed from first time riders to experienced riders. Come join us on an epic horse ride through the open range and into the lush beach jungles of Jaco Costa Rica, for an adventure of a life time. You'll embark on a journey apart from the rest, experiencing the bio-diversity that Costa Rica has to offer. Usually seen on our adventures are sloths, white face monkeys, scarlet macaws, neo-fauna and much more wild life. We'll match a horse that's right for you. Our horses are well trained and gentle, for a safe ride. We offer a tailored adventure that aligns with your preferences. Unlike standard tours, our approach ensures an experience that's distinctively yours.

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.

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.

A horseback ride along a remote Costa Rican beach is poised to become a highlight of any tropical vacation. Trot through forested areas en route to Esterillos Beach, stopping to enjoy an oceanfront lunch (morning tour) or a picture-perfect sunset with drinks (afternoon tour). This tour is limited to a small group for a more intimate experience.

At Horse Spirit Healing located at Resonance Ranch, experience a life changing adventure with a herd of Happy Horses. Whether experienced or novice, share a profound connection, healing and friendship with a special horse on a 200 acre sanctuary next to the sea. Enjoy a bareback horse ride along the pristine beaches of Cabuya or the sanctuary with your wonderful horse friend that has stolen your heart. Soak in the stunning scenery and wildlife together. Our mission is to create meaningful and joyful connections between horses and humans. This private experience requires a minimum booking of of 2 people or it will be a group ride with others.

Animal lovers will enjoy horseback riding along a beautiful beach in Costa Rica, connecting with nature in a way cars can't offer. Feel the freedom of this ancient mode of transport while riding at sunset and admiring views with chances to see various birds and animals. Horses are selected to meet riders' experience levels. Hotel pickup is available for added convenience.

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.

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

Animal and nature lovers will enjoy exploring the Monteverde Cloud Forest on a horseback tour. Tours depart at three different times, with each being best for a different type of activity: bird watching, clear landscape views, or sunset skies. Cover a lot of ground without getting tired when traveling on a horse. Look out for toucans, parrots, monkeys, and other wildlife as you peacefully trek through the forest.

Combine a fun outdoor activity with an indulgent chocolate tasting on this small-group tour. Saddle up for a scenic horseback ride through the mountains, hike down to a natural waterfall, and cool off with a swim beneath the falls. Next, visit a local cocoa plantation, learn all about the chocolate-making process, and sample a variety of delicious chocolates, tropical fruits, and cacao water.

Explore the stunning coastal beauty of Playa Jacó on guided horseback rides led by a local husband-and-wife team with over 10 years of experience. Choose from scenic trail rides through lush tropical landscapes or unwind with a beach ride at sunset, perfect for all skill levels. Safety is paramount, with a thorough briefing and careful horse matching to ensure a comfortable experience for everyone. Capture breathtaking ocean views and memorable moments while enjoying personalized attention from our friendly guides. - Suitable for beginners, families, couples, and small private groups - Enjoy beach and sunset rides along Jacó Beach with breathtaking views - Safety briefings and well-matched horses for a secure riding experience - Highly rated for authentic experiences and professional service

Explore the Costa Rican rainforest on this guided horseback riding tour. At the 80-acre (32-hectare) Vista Los Sueños Adventure Park, admire the views of private waterfalls and swimming in natural pools, even having a ride on a natural slide if you like. Animal lovers will appreciate looking out for local wildlife like toucans, scarlet macaws, and white-faced monkeys, and riding the well-cared-for horses.

Explore a lush jungle on a 4-hour adventure tour from Jaco, then ride, rappel and soar through groves of ancient trees. Steer your Costa Rican stepping horse along a forested path to El Encanto waterfall, then learn the basics of safety and technique before rappelling off the edge of the 180-foot (55-meter) cascade. Hop from pool to pool as you lower yourself along the cliff face, then continue to a series of eight thrilling ziplines, and soar through the forest canopy before hiking to a nearby ranch for refreshments.

Experience the classic Costa Rican thrill of ziplining, riding through nature on horseback, and swimming in a refreshing natural pool. Ride a tractor up a mountain and then soar back down on a high-speed zipline course. Back on solid ground, mount a well-trained horse for a scenic ride through the rainforest, then take a short hike to a waterfall and natural swimming hole, where you can cool off.

Experience the best of Costa Rica’s adventure in one action-packed day at a private 850-acre river valley near Jaco. Ride horseback through lush jungle, soar across zip lines, rappel beside waterfalls, and rev up on an ATV ride—all led by expert English-speaking guides. Watch for monkeys and macaws, then enjoy an authentic Costa Rican lunch in a Jurassic Park-like setting.

This activity is more than a ride; we curate experiences. Our trails lead to hidden gems—the kind you won’t find on any map, also, our horses aren’t just mounts; they’re storytellers. So let's go and live the experience, as the sun dips below the horizon, you’ll be there—silhouetted against a canvas of oranges and purples, it’s a moment frozen in time, etched into your heart. So, why wait for someday? Reserve your spot on our horseback riding tour now!

Have an adventure on horseback as you ride out to the Arenal Volcano with this group tour. You’ll have a riding lesson wearing provided safety equipment, then ride about 5 miles (8 kilometers) through the forest, where you might spot toucans, monkeys, and other local creatures. Hotel pickup is included, and there’s an option to stop at the hot springs if you’re in the mood.

Set off on a leisurely horseback ride along the beach in Esterillos Este, Costa Rica. This small-group tour is a great way to admire the beautiful coastal scenery of Costa Rica. Ride through jungles and admire the local flora and fauna including almond trees, toucans, and sloths until you reach the Esterillos Este Beach on the Pacific Ocean.

Spend the morning horseback riding from Tarcoles with an English -speaking cowboy, and then boating through the river in search of crocodiles. When you arrive at one of the ports, you will be collected and driven about an hour to town, where you will be paired with your guide and horse. After 2 hours of riding, you will have a one hour boat ride on a river with one of the world’s largest crocodile populations.

Take an adventure through nature on this full-day, guided, horseback riding tour. Learn the history of Manuel Antonio and get up close and personal with tropical plants and wildlife as you ride through the Tocori Private Ecological Reserve. Stop for a dip in a natural pool fed by the waterfalls of Quebrada Arroyo, visit a botanical garden and eat Costa Rican casado back at the ranch.

through the rainforest towards the waterfalls and swimming pools for quick dips. You’re followed by professional photographers snapping pics along the way, and greeted with fresh tropical fruits at the end of your journey.

This three-part jungle adventure combines a horseback ride to a waterfall with ziplining and rappelling, making it possible for busy travelers to fit all the excitement into one day. Set in a river valley near Jaco, the tour balances thrilling outdoor sports with time to enjoy the plants and animals of the rainforest. This makes it an ideal excursion for everyone from nature lovers to adrenaline junkies.

The countryside around Jaco Beach is ideal for an outdoor adventure and this action-packed tour includes two fun activities in one day. Saddle up for a scenic horseback ride through the mountains, hike down to a natural waterfall, and cool off with a swim beneath the falls. Next, take the wheel of an ATV for a thrilling off-road excursion along mud tracks, jungle trails, and coastal roads with spectacular ocean views.