The 4 Horseback Riding in Puerto Vallarta That Earn Their Price

1.Horseback Riding Tour in Sierra Madre from Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 349 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $103Our pick

Ride calm horses through the Sierra Madre with an English-speaking guide, crossing streams and shaded river paths before hiking to a waterfall. At Rancho Capomo, enjoy fajitas, handmade tortillas, guacamole, Mexican sauces, and unlimited national drinks. Beto is one guide frequently praised for his friendly, helpful service.

“Very adventurous ride through the river (crossed back/forth multiple times). Hiked to a beautiful waterfall and then rode back to the ranch. Lunch was fantastic and the margaritas were refreshing. Highly recommend. The horses are well taken care of the dogs are friendly and run along during the ride.”

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2.Horseback Riding & Swim: Tequila Tasting, BBQ & Margaritas

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 230 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $113

Ride a calm, well-cared-for horse through rural Jalisco with guides such as Fabrizio, Martin, Valeria, Saul, and Rafa. River riding and swimming depend on conditions. Then taste blanco, reposado, añejo, and pink tequila, make salsa, and eat Mexican BBQ beside a pool at La Dulce Vista.

“What a day. It was awesome. I was worried not being in great shape and older but staff was so supportive. I loved la dolce vista. We are actually talking about the next time. Saul, Raphael and Val were wonderful hosts. I have rode a horse in 30 years but the horses were great and very well taken care of. Get off the beaten path and see a part of Mexico you will not see by yourself.”

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3.Horse Riding Tour w/ Optional ATV & Zipline

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 73 reviews · 5 hours · from $124

Spend five active hours at Rancho Capomo, riding horses through the Sierra Madre to a waterfall, crossing bridges, and cooling off in the river. Then make salsa, guacamole, and tortillas before a generous Mexican meal. Add ATV riding or 13 zip lines for more action. Guides such as Hector and Ramiro help keep the day friendly and well organized.

“it was super fun. héctor, the other guides, and staff were amazing”

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4.Punta de Mita/Sayulita: Horseback Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 59 reviews · from $103

Ride a calm, well-cared-for horse through Higuera Blanca, jungle paths, and Litibú Beach with guides such as Ricardo and Carlos. You will visit a lively ranch filled with animals, have the option to gallop on the beach, enjoy a tequila tasting with Nico, and pose with Soruyo, a bull weighing more than one ton.

“The experience was awesome with some great hosts like Carlos, Frian, Sam and the tequila guys Nico. The horse ride experience was nice and easy through a town and the beach. The pickup spot was a little further than our hotel so please plan this experience by allocating a lot more time as it took almost 6 hours to get back to the hotel. The pictures from Sam turned out great and were worth it”

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