The 15 Best Horseback Riding Tours in Mexico

1.Horseback Riding and Cenote Swim from Cancun or Playa del Carmen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,780 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $120Our pick

Ride a rescued horse through Rancho Bonanza’s Yucatan jungle with a guide such as Paula, Lily, or Fabian, learning about Maya plants, folklore, and local gum-making. Then cool off in a cenote with towels, lockers, drinks, snacks, and changing rooms included. No riding experience is required, but some experience helps.

“This was the very best! Learned so much about the jungle! We highly recommend this even if you never rode a horse before. Guides were always there to help and would led those riders untl they were comfortable. Their animals are loved and cared for. Would give them a 10 if we could!”

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2.Cabo White Sand Horseback Riding Tour and Tequila Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,355 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $85

Ride a well-trained horse through Baja desert trails and along a secluded beach near Cabo. Guides such as Reyes, Victor, and Esteban adjust the pace for beginners and experienced riders. Hotel pickup, safety gear, water, and tequila tasting are included, but bring cash for the $25 park fee, tips, and optional photos.

“Amazing service, super fun! Very fair price! Would do again! We rode horses on the beach and our guide was very good!”

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3.Horseback Riding plus ATV, Cenote, Ziplines, and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 822 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $60Best value

This five-hour Cancun-area tour combines a beginner horseback ride, muddy ATV trail, four jungle ziplines, and a freshwater cenote at La Ruta de los Cenotes. Hotel pickup, safety equipment, purified water, and a chicken fajita or Mayan-style lunch are included. Guides such as Raul, Alex, Sergio, and Luis may lead the activities.

“Excelent experience with a variety of activities, all very well coordinated. Very professional staff, with comunication equipment, helping you at every step. Thank you all!”

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4.Cabo Desert Off-Road & Beach Horseback Combo and Tequila Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 751 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $100

Trade a tour van for Baja trails on a guided ATV ride, then slow down on horseback along Cabo’s white-sand beach. No riding experience is required, and guides such as Chino, Esteban, Jose, and Alberto are often praised for making guests feel safe. Hotel pickup, water, safety gear, and tequila tasting are included, but expect a $25 park fee, optional insurance, and costly photos.

“By far the best private tour we did in Cabo San Lucas! Our tour guide was Alberto and he is fun, knowledgeable, and such an experienced guide. Highly would recommend mentioning his name if anyone is interested in doing this tour. From check in to check out, all the staff was awesome! Tequila tasting was the cherry on top. When we come back to visit Cabo, we will be making a stop at Baja Real just to do another tour with Alberto!”

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5.ATV Ziplines, Cenote, Lunch, Horseback Riding and Tequila Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 722 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $70

Spend about five hours at Mayan Jungle Rush near Puerto Morelos, combining four ziplines, hanging bridges, a 30-minute ATV ride, horseback riding, a freshwater cenote, tacos or a vegan snack, and tequila tasting. Guides such as H, Chris, Flako, and David Flash are praised for keeping groups moving and encouraging first-timers.

“It was such a great time. This is a must do activity while visiting here in Cancun I promise you will love”

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6.Extreme Horses Adventure with ATV, Ziplines & Cenote

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 590 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $76

Spend about five hours moving from a 30-minute horseback ride at El Rey Polo Country Club to ATV trails, ziplines, hanging bridges, and a freshwater Mayan cenote. Small activity groups, hotel pickup, safety gear, bilingual guides, and tequila tasting are included. Guides such as Mona Lisa, Alex, Henry, and Javier have earned special praise for their energy and care.

“We had a blast! The entire experience kept getting better and better! Bring extra cash for food/drinks/gifts for back at the park. Riding quads through the park was by far the best part, and the photos throughout the excursion are 100% worth purchasing!! No need to bring your cameras, they captured everything 😊😊 Our guides were fun, and the tequila tasting was epic. Thanks guys!!”

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7.Half-Day Horseback Riding Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 417 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $160

Ride through Coyote Canyon with steady ranch horses, crossing the La Virgen River and climbing to high canyon cliffs. Guides such as June, Federico, Rodrigo, and Juanita provide instruction and close support. The roughly 2.5-hour ride may include trotting or galloping for confident riders, followed by an organic Mexican meal. Optional hot springs and rappelling upgrades are available.

“We had an absolutely incredible experience riding along, up and down the beautiful canyon with beautiful views. Our guides, Federico, Javier and Antonio were all wonderful and took great care of us during our 2 1/2 hour ride with them. They were kind, informative and professional. We would highly recommend this tour!”

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8.Horseback Riding Tour in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 393 reviews · 3 hours 35 minutes (approx.) · from $65

Ride from a Baja ranch through cactus country to the Pacific beach, with a horse matched to your ability and hotel pickup included. Expect about 45 to 60 minutes in the saddle, despite the roughly 3.5-hour outing. Guides such as Luis and Thomas have earned praise for gentle instruction, while the $20 park fee and paid photos add to the cost.

“This excursion is a wonderful way to experience the diverse beauty of Cabo! We appreciated that the trip included pickup/drop-off. The ranch is exactly as you would expect and the horses are beautiful. The guide was informative, helpful, and truly enjoys his job. I definitely recommend sunscreen, hats, and long pants (as the instructions suggest). The views are incredible! The actual ride lasts about an hour, which is more than enough time to get the full experience, see the beauty of the "dry forest", see the cacti and the beautiful ocean. We even spotted a whale during our time by the beach. Although it was just myself and my husband,…”

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9.Horseback Riding Tour in Sierra Madre from Puerto Vallarta

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

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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10.UTV, Free Horseback Ride, and Sky Bike Adventure Combo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 317 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $175

You’ll leave your Cabo hotel for a three-part adventure with Cactus Tours: about an hour in a shared UTV, an hour on horseback, and an hour on sky bikes with an ecological hike. Expect dry creek beds, Baja canyons, Migriño Beach, ocean cliffs, safety gear, bilingual guides, water, tequila tasting, and extra fees to plan for.

“We had a great time on the ATVs and Horses. I do recommend that Viator update their description to include the extra charges so people aren’t surprised to pay more fees when they arrive. They charge for the entry fee (which is stated in description) but they ALSO charge you $35 fee pp for riding ATVs or give you the option to do a $500 temporary hold on a Credit Card in case of any damages to the vehicle.”

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11.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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12.Horseback Riding in Sayulita Through Jungle Trails to the Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 201 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75

Ride from a ranch near Sayulita through tropical jungle to the river and Playa Escondida, a quiet beach where experienced riders may gallop. Guides such as Juan, Giovanni, Jovani, Guzman, and Danny match horses to your skill level. Pickup, safety gear, photos, and a tequila tasting make this a full two-hour outing.

“We had an excellent experience today on our horseback ride through the jungle and on the beach. Our guide, Jovani, was amazing. We had riders of all ages and experience levels- including a toddler who rode along with mom. The crew was very welcoming and accommodating, and we really enjoyed our excursion! Would highly recommend to anyone!”

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13.Tulum Jungle Horseback Ride + ATV + Ziplines + Cenote Combo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 96 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $125

Spend about five hours in the Tulum jungle with ATV riding, four ziplines, a short rappel, a Mayan ceremony, horseback riding, and a swim through an underground cenote. Guides such as Sergio, Victor, Rafael, and Christian have earned praise for their humor and care. Transport, water, equipment, and a Mexican lunch are included.

“This is s great tour for all ages. For zip lining there are various levels and you can do all or any of your choice. Very flexible. Our guide Sergio was amazing!! He was very accommodating and took care of everyone in the group. He was very helpful and friendly. He made sure the pace of the tour suited everyone’s needs. He was a 5 star tour guide. My only suggestion would be to pack some snacks because lunch is provided at the end and it’s around 1:30-2:00 pm. All activities are super fun. Pack water shoes for the Cenote activities. Horseback riding was at the end and was cut…”

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14.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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15.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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