Top Dominican Republic Horseback Riding

If you’re visiting the Dominican Republic, I can’t recommend this horseback riding excursion enough! My girlfriend and I chose the private tour, and it was one of the highlights of our trip. I’d never ridden a horse before, so I was a little nervous going into it. Within just a few minutes, I felt completely comfortable thanks to our guide, Enrique (Ryke), who made sure I was relaxed and confident before we headed out. The ride itself was incredible. We spent about two miles riding along the beach with beautiful ocean views the entire way. One of my favorite moments was when our guide stopped and had a local gentleman cut open a fresh coconut for us right on the spot. I’d never had fresh coconut straight from the tree before, and it was such a unique experience that made the tour feel even more authentic. Choosing the private option was absolutely worth it. Instead of being part of a large group, it felt much more personal and relaxed, allowing us to enjoy the scenery at our own pace. It also included a photographer, John Carlos, who captured some incredible moments throughout the ride. The quality of the photos was outstanding and gave us memories we’ll have forever. Overall, this experience was a 10/10. If you’re visiting the Dominican Republic and considering a horseback riding excursion, I highly recommend booking the private tour. It was an unforgettable experience from start to finish!

We bought from the golden beach vendors. They picked us up on time. The transfer by minibus took 2.5 hours one way, 15 to 20 minutes by boat, and the cay is a paradise. An excellent snorkeling experience with fish of all colors, a small stop with fruits and drinks. Then a boat ride through the mangroves at high speed, showcasing the captain's skill, followed by lunch and another two and a half hours back to the hotel. Is it worth it? Yes. But the journey is exhausting

The whole experience was wonderful, the guides were all very helpful & friendly & the views were fantastic. We had a group of 6 and we had a blast. The zip lines were fun & the 6th zip had the best views. The trip down the creek bed on ATVs was a blast & the stop we made in town on the to try the local coffee, cocoa beans, mamawana & local fresh fruit was a great experience! Finally the horses were well behaved, though that ride didn't come with to much views and was rather short. It was fun to watch my kids light up with joy over the horses. The lunch provided was also delicious. I highly recommend doing this trip if you visit Dominican we arrived by cruise ship at Amber cove & they got us back with a little time to spare.

Carlos and Fernando were our guides. They were beyond fantastic. They were professional, personable, kind, and knowledgeable. My husband and I were the only 2 who booked this trip on Viator on this cruise. Seriously?! We literally spent HALF of what the cruise ship charged and had such personalized, top-notch service it was unbelievable. We were on the excursion WITH passengers from our ship but they paid 2x as much for the exact, same experience. If you worry about booking outside the cruise line, stop worrying. It's these people's job to give you a fantastic experience when you book with them. Could you imagine if they didn't get you back to your ship on time? They would never stay in business. The waterfalls were fantastic. It was shaded, stunningly beautiful, and quite the adventure. Definitely not an excursion for those who can't climb stairs or hike up a hill, but for those who can handle it, this is an excursion not to be missed.

This experience was an absolute blast. One of us had been ziplining before and the other hadn’t - and we both absolutely LOVED it. The tour guides that were with us did an amazing job at making sure we had fun and felt safe. The views were breathtaking and there was a photographer with the group taking pictures that you could purchase afterward. It was such a fun way to experience the country. One of us was really excited for the monkeys and one of us was not HOWEVER it was SUCH an enjoyable time. The monkeys are little, friendly, and soft. Note, that during this portion they may be in your hands, on your lap, on your shoulder, and even on your head. The guide did a GREAT job in making everyone feel comfortable and informing everyone of what to do / what not to do. I absolutely would recommend this!

This excursion was honestly one of the highlights of our trip. The meeting point is a bit remote if you’re not in the designated pickup zone (we were staying in Sosúa), but it ended up being manageable. Our taxi driver found it by asking some locals, and the staff even helped arrange a ride back for us afterward, which was super helpful. The horseback ride starts with about 15 minutes through a lightly wooded area on a very clear, easy-to-follow path. Then you open up onto the beach—and that’s where it really becomes something special. The scenery was stunning. It genuinely felt like being in a movie. There’s a stop along the beach where you can grab food or drinks. My friends and I opted for drinks and got to hang out, take in the views, and even go into the water with the horses, which was such a cool experience. One of the best parts was the photographer (Lolo) who comes along for the entire ride. You do have to pay extra for the photos, but they came out amazing and were 100% worth it in my opinion. The crew was incredible—so attentive and thoughtful, especially when it came to people’s comfort levels. I had no horseback riding experience and was a little nervous, but they paired me with a very calm, well-trained horse that knew exactly what to do. Honestly, I barely had to guide it—it knew where to go, when to stop, and even how to pose for photos. It made the whole experience feel really safe and enjoyable. One thing to note: we went in March, which is part of the rainy season, so there were some muddy patches along the trail. It actually added to the fun, but just be prepared—you’ll probably get a little dirty by the end. Overall, I would absolutely recommend this to anyone. It’s beautiful, beginner-friendly, and just such a fun, memorable experience—even if you’re a little nervous like we were.

The buggy ride with Garry Love and Peace was just amazing!! The stop at the beautiful beach of Macau, was great, we had time to swim without any hurry and he even warned us for the prices on the beach. We had a visit to a typical farm, where we could enjoy coffee just excellent with the explanations of Silent. Finally the stop in the Cenote, great, Garry made us videos and gave us very good indications. I highly recommend!!

Booked this day of and we were nervous after reading reviews from other horseback riding tours. However this tour was exceptional! We got lucky and it was just me and my partner and our amazing tour guide Fausto (sorry if I misspelled). Horses looked well-kempt and they were very well trained. Beach was beautiful and mostly empty. They even let us take pictures on our own phones. Everyone was nice and not as pushy as the other tours we’ve been on.