Top Colombia Horseback Riding

It was a great experience Luis made us feel like family taking us around and giving us all the history background. Super recommended

A great experience and so much fun. Gentle horses were easy to ride. Learned so much about Colombian culture. Luis was an excellent guide and did not disappoint!

Luis and his daughter Maria picked us up from our hotel in Centro Cartagena and took us to their ranch, along the way they gave us some insights into the local area and its wildlife. At the ranch we were introduced to the Paso Fino horses and given a demonstration of their unusual gait and learnt about the history of these magnificent animals. We then drove to the local beach and, after a very short wait, the horses arrived (Gaviota and Muneca), we mounted up and set off along the coast. Once we were comfortable on the horses, Luis and his daughter took some wonderful video and photos of us riding through the water. We then went for a long ride down the beach and back and were able to ride the horse out in the waves before going back to the hotel for a drink and cerviche before our trip back to the hotel.A wonderful experience from people who are clearly passionate about their animals. Wish we had done it earlier in our holiday as we would have booked additional experiences with Cartagena Horse Tours.

What a magical fantastic experience We were welcomed at our hotel by Luis and Maria. They drove us to their lovely ranch and took care of us the whole afternoon. After learning more about the specificities of the local breed of horses, we then went to the beach. And then the magic started. We spent over an hour horseback riding on the beach with the horses in the sunset. It felt safe and wild. My son was having the time of his life and so was I. Louis is a veterinarian, he knows his stuff but most of all he loves his horses like members of his family. He doesn’t over promote because he wants his horses to be healthy and happy. I can only thank them for making this moment with my son even more special..

I think riding on the beach in the blazing sun and breeze was great. They have professional staff and an excellent guide.

Such an amazing experience, very punctual with pick up time the ride wasn’t that long to get there . the horses were very clean and beautiful 10 out of 10. How do you recommend

My father and I were staying in Cartagena and I had wanted to try horseback riding on the beach. What a dream come true! These palo fino horses were very comfortable to ride. Before starting on the beach, we received a mini presentation by Maria. She explained how Palo Fino's evolved from other horses, how they moved in comparison to other horses, and then we got to see short examples of how they walk. Then, we made a pit stop at a beautiful hotel/restaurant for a drink, and then off we went. After an hour or two of riding on the beach and taking photos (which were great quality!) we came back to the restaurant for a little ceviche snack, were sent the photos, and then returned back to our hotel. Thanks, Maria, for such an educational and fun ride!

Father and daughter duo was awesome! I’m an experienced rider and my bf has never been on a horse before and they catered to both of us always making sure we were comfortable with everything. And they did a photo shoot as soon as we got to the beach and then sent us all the pics and videos which i was so appreciative of! I always wanted to ride a Paso Fino and this did not disappoint! If you want to ride in the waves on the beach then book this!!’

The horse tour was the best part of our trip to Colombia. Since it is a private tour we received the undivided attention of our guide and learned about the history of Paso Fino horses in Colombia before going on a horseback adventure on the beautiful beaches of Colombia. Also included was a delicious lunch. This is the perfect romantic experience especially if your significant other loves horses. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend this tour as well as the ecotour to the Rosario Islands by the same family owned and operated business.

How good! This was a fantastic day. Luis and his team (mostly family) are so passionate you can’t help but smile. They’re extremely attentive and really do look after you for the day. The show and pre riding explanation was good fun and even before arriving Luis was showing us local birds and wildlife. Then there was the riding portion and you can really tell that Luis wants you to improve and gives you riding tips to keep your riding independent (which isn’t seen often on similar riding experiences) Incredible day and massive thanks to Luis and his family for having us Thoroughly recommend

This was such a beautiful experience! Luis and Maria were excellent tour guides. From the moment they picked us up at the hotel, they made us feel welcome and excited. It is clear they take excellent care of their horses and are very passionate about their work. Although I was a bit nervous about getting on the horse, I quickly got over my fears. There is always someone there to help with the horses in case you need it. The ocean is beautiful and riding the horses in the water is extremely peaceful. They also took very beautiful photos of us and then we rode along the beach the rest of the time. We were then provided a delicious meal and drinks. The car ride home felt like riding with friends. Truly cannot recommend enough! Make sure you wear and reapply mosquito repellent!

This tour was absolutely amazing, one of the best experiences in Cartagena. The tour guides are patient, knowledgeable and spoke very good english. The horses are beautiful and well taken care of. We enjoyed learning about each horse, their training and history. The pictures and videos that they take during your ride are breathtaking. We also enjoyed dinner that was provided after, the food was well seasoned and cook to perfection.Thanks again for making this an unforgettable experience.

Hands down this was my favorite excursion in Cartagena. The staff were extremely knowledgeable and attentive. The photo shot was so much fun. The dinner was also great Worth every penny.

We rode with Luis and Maria (a father daughter duo) and they were amazing. They made the experience very comfortable. The ride was not too long, not too short, great food for lunch and we had so many laughs!! HIGHLY recommend.

This is a must-do activity in Cartagena and Maria and her family’s paso fino horse farm made it unforgettable. They graciously opened the area for us to learn about the paso fino horse and their importance to Colombia while watching an exhibition of the horses. Then, they took us to a wonderful beach restaurant area where we were able to ride the horses for a considerable amount of time. The activity is completely doable even if you have no experience riding horses (like us). The horses appeared to be well cared for and healthy, and the ride was smooth. They also took amazing photos of us. Thank you Maria!!!

Luis and Maria were very welcoming, friendly, and knowledgeable. At the ranch, they explained the importance of the difference between Spanish horses and horses that people are generally more familiar with. It was informative and helpful to understand (and not at all boring or longwinded), as it changes the way the horses are ridden (really important to know whether you're a beginner or a pro). It was also easy to focus on as well, since it was only my friend and I on the tour. We were transported to a beautiful resort while waiting for the horses to arrive to the beach. The amount of wait time and time spent riding was sufficient. We chose the 3pm time slot, which was great, as it was cooler and we were able to see the beginning of the sunset. I was actually pretty nervous having not ridden since childhood, but Emile stayed with me the entire time and coached me through the ride. My friend (who is a professional rider) was given a more experienced horse, and enjoyed the challenge of a change in riding style. Dinner at the resort was actually very good, which we were surprised about, seeing as food that's in included in excursions is usually mediocre. Overall, it was a really nice way to end our trip in Cartagena, which was heavily based on nightlife. It was a very personal experience that was tailored to us entirely. I would absolutely recommend it for all ages.