Horseback Riding Guide
Practical advice for riding near Puerto Escondido: what to wear, how to choose between rides, and tips for first-time riders from our local guides.
How much does horseback riding cost in Puerto Escondido?
Our two prices, what they include, what's extra and how to compare any ride you're offered.
What to do before and after your sunset ride in Puerto Escondido
How to shape the day around a 3:00 PM pickup and a 7:00 PM return: morning, lunch, shower and dinner.
How to get great photos on a horseback ride
How to carry your phone, which shots work from the saddle, and how to bring home a sunset that looks like the real thing.
A romantic sunset ride: proposals, anniversaries and honeymoons on horseback
How to plan a proposal, an anniversary or a honeymoon evening on a Pacific beach, from the saddle.
How to choose an ethical horseback tour (and spot a bad one)
What a healthy horse looks like, what to ask before you book and the warning signs worth walking away from.
Best time of year for a beach ride in Puerto Escondido
Dry season or green season, month by month: what changes on the trail and on the beach.
Horseback riding FAQ: age, weight, experience and safety
Weight limit, age, experience, health and safety: the questions to sort out before you book.
Horseback riding with kids in Puerto Escondido: a parent's guide
Age rules, the right ride for your family and how to keep young riders happy.
Horseback riding on the beach in Puerto Escondido: the complete guide
Where you ride, which ride to pick, when to go and how to book, in one place.
What to wear for horseback riding in Puerto Escondido
Pants, shoes, sun and splash: dress right for river, jungle and beach.
Sunset ride or private ride? How to choose
Route, timing, price and group size, side by side.
Never ridden a horse? 10 tips for your first ride
How to sit, steer and relax, even if you've never been on a horse.
Catch the next sunset on horseback
The ride runs year-round with hotel pickup at 3:00 PM. Check your dates and book in a couple of minutes.