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Half Day Trail Riding in San Miguel de Allende

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San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
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5+ bookings last month.
  • 5 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Ride horses through the lush countryside outside San Miguel de Allende on this half-day adventure. Great for riders of all levels, you will experience several types of terrain and be able to walk, trot, canter, or gallop according to your comfort level. One cowboy for every two guests will accompany you, and young children can have their own cowboy lead. Lunch on the ranch is served afterward.
  • Relaxed and fun horseback riding adventure
  • Family-friendly—safety is a top priority
  • Lunch on the ranch included

What's Included

  • Outdoor Authentic Mexican ranch meal
  • Professional guide and cowboys
  • Provide rain ponchos (if needed)
  • Bring your own bottled water
  • Gratuities
  • We do not provide helmets.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Fabrica la Aurora
    Calz de La Aurora S/N, Aurora, 37710 San Miguel de Allende, Gto., Mexico

    Meeting at the Fabrica La Aurora, Calzada de la Aurora, Aurora, San Miguel de Allende, Gto. Please meet us in the parking lot.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

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Leisurely Country Horseback Riding

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Wear jeans, boots or sneakers, long cotton shirt, hat and bring sunblock.
  • Bring extra water
  • Weight limit of no more then 230 lbs.
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking
  • Not responsible for lost items. Please check before leaving.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

Cancellation Policy

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

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Featured review

Charissa_g
I had the pleasure of experiencing the horseback riding adventure with my daughter, and it was absolutely fantastic! Overall, this was an unforgettable experience that I would highly recommend to anyone visiting San Miguel de Allende.

Reviews

5.0
based on 157 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Family-friendly excursion

Charissa_g, Jun 2024
I had the pleasure of experiencing the horseback riding adventure with my daughter, and it was absolutely fantastic! Overall, this was an unforgettable experience that I would highly recommend to anyone visiting San Miguel de Allende.

Outstanding horse riding with caballeros in the country

Laurie_A, Jan 2024
Beautiful sunset ride on wonderful horses in the countryside of San Miguel de Allende. The caballeros were so attentive of our needs for 2.5 hours. The ranch dinner after was delicious. Highly recommend this experience!

Great People, great ride, really enjoyable experience

Valerie_W, Mar 2023
Very enjoyable- from our pick up driver who also joined the ride to our to cowboys who went along and accommodated all our requests. I have not been on a horse in 30 years and they made it a piece of cake. Food was plentiful and delicious. We really enjoyed all of it. Valerie

The highlight of our trip to San Miguel was our phenomenal trip on horseback through the mountains

Linda_M, Mar 2023
We had an absolute blast on our 2 1/2 hour ride through the mountains, near San Miguel De Allende, Mexico. The horses were calm, quiet and sure footed, and the 4 cowboys and Beth, their American partner, could not have been more tuned into safety and fun! Even beginners are welcome and well taken care of. Those of us who had more experience could trot and canter at different times when it was safe. At the end of the ride we are treated to a gorgeous Mexican country lunch made by the women of the community! This was absolutely the highlight of our month long stay in San Miguel.

The best tour experience Ever!

Elaine_L, Feb 2023
If you are looking for an exceptional experience this is the one for you! The owner Kim is super friendly and really makes sure that you have a great day. The cowboys that rode with us are friendly and always watching out for you. We had great views.along the way and it ended with a delicious homemade lunch made by one of the cowboys wife. It was my husbands first time on a hoarse and he wants to go again.

Fantastic Thing To Do!

Jesse_S, Jan 2023
The experience was great! Beth was lovely and picked us up . Reyes and Catolino were fantastic throughout the whole trail. The horses were very well behaved and super easy to ride. The food was absolutely delicious. Would 100% come back! Great SMA horse riding adventure.

Fabulous Adventure!

Andra_D, Nov 2022
We were picked from our home on time and driven to the ranch. The horses are healthy and well cared for, unlike some of the pathetic horses I have seen in other destinations. There was one cowboy (vaquero) to assist every two riders, making this a very safe ride. We were given an orientation on how to manage the horses and off we went on a walk through 12,000 private acres of arid landscape and also through creeks. We did a rest stop half way through the 3 hour ride on a high ridge with an amazing view. On the return, our group split up for a time so that the advanced riders could gallop ahead. Upon returning to the ranch, lunch was authentic and delicious, including quesadillas with homemade tortillas and homemade cheese! Beth, our hostess, and her Vaqueros enjoyed the meal with us before returning us to our house. A fabulous day!

Wonderful experience!

lgoshay, Oct 2022
My daughter and I enjoyed a most wonderful late afternoon horseback ride. Owner Beth was not available that afternoon, but we were in expert hands with her team of Michelle, Reyes and Catalino. The scenery was on the trail was spectacular, absolutely mind-blowing. The horses were gentle and the meal after the ride, prepared by Catalino’s wife, was wonderful. Thank you to all!

Best day ever according to my 22 yr old daughter!

Val_C, Aug 2022
We loved the whole experience! Beth is a fabulous guide and she takes all precautions for the safety of her riders. The staff was excellent and the ranch meal was authentic and delicious. We highly recommend this riding experience!

For me, this horseback...

Nikita_C, Jun 2022
For me, this horseback riding trip was a kind of dream come true. Ever since I was a kid, I dreamed of riding a horse on my own, and now, finally, I was able to do it in San Miguel de Allende. At first I was very nervous, but thanks to the very attentive cowboys and the host I was able to feel very safe. A truly unforgettable adventure, beautiful views, a unique experience. I would also like to single out the wonderful dinner prepared by the cowboy family. It was a pleasure to dine with such great company. Next time I will definitely try the tent camping option. If you are looking for a truly authentic adventure and want to feel like a western hero, I definitely recommend this tour.

Had a great time!

Amy_S, Feb 2022
Had a wonderful time riding with Beth. We were fortunate that it was just the two of us for a more personal experience. The horses were great, the views were glorious, the guides were gracious, and while my husband enjoyed the stroll, I was allowed to cantor and gallop with Reyes. I’m not good at it but it was a great feeling and fun. I’m sure the guides were amused at my technique. The lunch was spectacular in a beautiful, quiet spot and Beth has a great story and it was awesome to hear about the community. Highly recommend

Wonderful Beautiful Ride and Food

LindaBrownJohnson, Jan 2022
Great guides and horses! The country was beautiful and we took some great pictures! The lunch afterwords was really yummy! The Ranch señoras made all the family feel wonderfully full and Happy!

Great adventure

Dana_S, Jan 2022
The adventure was AWESOME! We have traveled all over the world and ridden horses on my trips. This was the best. Our horses were very gentle and knew what to do. The guides were accompanying and the scenery was amazing. The food was tasty at the end of the ride. My only negative (if any) we requested an English speaker and one guild spoke only a little, but was not a deal breaker and we LOVED it. Will go again.

Wonderful experience

Eszter B, Jan 2020
Four riders, from novices to experienced riders, all had a great time. Helpful cowboys, wonderful scenery, home cooked meal at the end. Only 35 minutes from Centro. We would do it again!

Veey Accomodating!!

rvantassell, Jan 2019
Beth was a great to or operator he was punctual caring Bon interesting and most of all her main priority was for you to enjoy the ride!!

Very nice ride in the mountains...

Jacques G, Mar 2018
Very nice ride in the mountains, guide was lovely and expat from USA, no language barrier....

Great time with Beth and her team...

Joseph B, Jan 2018
Great time with Beth and her team. highly recommended.

Vale la pena👍

laura_a, Jan 2024
Me encanta la naturaleza y amo los caballos. Galopar en “Diablillo” fue lo maximo!!! Los olores de nuestros mezquites cuando están floreando…. Muy padre!!! Si te gusta trotar y galopar dilo desde antes. El tour es tranquilo y muy disfrutable.

Мы с семьей прекрасно...

Anthony_G, Dec 2023
Мы с семьей прекрасно провели время. Очень рекомендую. Все хорошо организовано, безопасно даже для начинающих и маленьких детей. В конце поездки вкусный обед.

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