Sarapiqui Forest Horseback Riding Experience in Costa Rica

Recommended by 100% of travellers

San Jose, Costa Rica

2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Embark on the trail less traveled in Costa Rica on this horseback riding tour that takes you off the beaten path. On a well-trained horse, thoughtfully matched to your ability and experience, soak up the lush landscape and secluded atmosphere as ride through a private reserve in the Sarapiquí rainforest.

Horseback riding tour in the Sarapiquí rainforest, Costa Rica
Suitable for all levels of horseback riding experience
Take secluded trails to landscapes you'd otherwise miss
Feel confident riding a horse specially matched to your ability

What's Included

Equipment required

Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Hacienda Pozo Azul
Heredia Province, La Virgen, Costa Rica
Report yourself at our front desk.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travellers with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travellers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travellers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travellers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Amber_O

Wow! What a once in a lifetime experience. Our tour guide was kind and gracious towards us as this was the last tour of the day. We experienced multiple landscapes ranging from an open field to the jungle itself and even near the local rivers. He had an expertise of the wildlife and constantly pointed out animals for us to watch such as howler monkeys, toucans, cows, and other horses. He took pictures throughout our trip and engaged in friendly conversation. The horses themselves were gentle and followed his directions. I always felt safe under his guidance. I would highly recommend this excursion to anyone who’s up for an adventure.

Reviews

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Amber_O, Apr 2026

A truly unique and unforgettable experience. Highly recommended.

Flora_M, Dec 2025

This was one of the highlights of our trip to Costa Rica. We did a completely private horseback riding tour through the jungle. The horses were very well trained, and the route took us through grasslands and deep jungle areas that would have been impossible to walk. The scenery was stunning—streams, birds, monkeys in the trees, filtered sunlight—and the two hours felt peaceful and immersive. Our guide was excellent: professional, attentive, and deeply respectful of nature. He made us feel safe at all times while allowing us to fully enjoy the quiet and beauty of the environment.

A wonderful tour of Costa...

Lawna_B, Sept 2025

A wonderful tour of Costa Rican wildlife, nature and rivers on horse back. Guides were friendly, knowledgeable and very helpful. Also they had a restaurant with great food and friendly staff. If you like horses and nature this is definitely for you. We truly enjoyed it and it was worth every penny

Amazing, fun time!...

Alyssa_M, Feb 2025

Amazing, fun time! Beautiful scenery and friendly guides. I had never been on a horse before but they’re well trained and easy to ride.

Love love love!

ShaTyra_W, Oct 2024

My family had a great experience! Our tour guide was amazing! He was very knowledgeable of the area, friendly, and patient. Couldn’t have asked for anything better!

Fun way to see the forest

Frashid_A, Jan 2024

Alberto, our guide was knowledgeable and detailed. Safe, fun way to see the wildlife of Costa Rica. Highly recommended.

Amazing, Fun and All Level Friendly

RebekahGrace_B, Aug 2022

I had a blast riding with Carlos my guide. This ride covered a lot of different terrain and I got to see a variety of scenery. Carlos was very friendly and I enjoyed talking and learning about Costa Rica and its customs. My horse was very calm but not a dead head (like so many horses get from being used as commercial trail horses) so the riding part was a lot of fun. I highly recommend this tour to all who want to see Costa Rica from horse back. One negative thing, they should invest some time in horse care and grooming, my horses ears and head was covered in ticks and scrapes. She was very sweet and calm but I don't think she was very comfortable which made it hard for me to really enjoy the ride because I was worried about her. So it would be nice if they invested some money in fly masks, insect repellent and ear covers to protect their horses faces and bodies. Other than that it was a great time!

Different but well worth it

Bringing_H, Jun 2022

It was a great experience! It was very different because you are literally riding horses through the rainforest but the guides were so great and helpful for me and my friends. We had a private tour because it was just us. We weren’t appropriately dressed when we arrived but they directed us to a store to get boots and sneakers.