The 4 Horse Riding Trips Worldwide That Earn Their Price

1.Luquillo Beach Horse Ride from Carabalí Rainforest Adventure Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,762 reviews · from $164Our pick

Ride from Carabalí Rainforest Adventure Park through tropical forest and the clear Mameyes River to Luquillo Beach. Guides such as Angel, Gio, Jonathan, Ana, and Eric are praised for clear instruction, humor, horse care, and photos. The 2.5-hour trip suits beginners, but bring long pants, closed shoes, and patience for the required 45-minute check-in.

“ride was both educational and exciting as a first-time horse rider it met all my expectations. Both my spouse and I were both extremely pleased with the experience.”

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2.Extreme Horses Adventure with ATV, Ziplines & Cenote

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

Spend about five hours riding a horse, driving an ATV through the Ruta de los Cenotes, crossing ziplines and bridges, and swimming in a Mayan cenote. Guides such as Mona Lisa, Alex, Henry, and Javier are praised for keeping groups safe and entertained. Pickup, gear, snacks, tacos, and tequila tasting are included, but photos, drinks, and lockers cost extra.

“It was a great experience, the people there were amazing, our tour guy his name is J he was really great. I recommend for you to ask for him he will take care of you. The food was great. They had a show at the end. They even have a tequila class which I learned a lot from. The photographer was great and funny his name was Mickey we called him mike. It was a great experience.”

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3.Mega Extreme Adventure: Horseback Riding, Ziplining and more

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 142 reviews · from $135

Spend about eight hours outdoors with guides including Alexis and Daniel. Hike, swim, slide, and jump at 27 Damajagua Waterfalls, then ride horses, zipline through the forest, and eat a Dominican buffet at a farm. Hotel and port transfers are included, with extra charges from Sosua and Cabarete.

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4.3-Hour Jet Boat Tour to Dead Horse Point State Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 81 reviews · from $150

From two miles north of Moab, you’ll ride a covered jet boat 32 miles along the calm Colorado River. Guides such as Rory and Richard share stories about the river, rocks, wildlife, and local history. Expect shaded seating, snacks, water, short photo stops, and striking views from below Dead Horse Point.

“Spectacular views of the Colorado River! My favorite part of my visit to Moab. Views are quite interesting and different from the boat looking up and around. Well worth my time and money!”

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