Where to Ride: the 14 Best BBQ Tours

1.Red Rock Canyon Sunset Horseback Ride and Barbeque Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,305 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $199Our pick

Leave the Strip for a beginner-friendly sunset ride with Cowboy Trail Rides. Wranglers pair you with a calm horse or mule, guide you through Red Rock’s rocky terrain, and serve steak, chicken, salmon, or vegetarian BBQ by the fire. Guides such as Hayley, Denise, Katie, and Reilly may lead your group.

“this is honestly a must do! first off, the workers here specifically pair you with a horse that seems fit for you, then guide you the entire way which has different terrains, hills, and sceneries. then you end the night with AMAZING food hot chocolate and a fire! ps, bring a jacket!!!! it gets very cold.”

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2.Mendoza: Sunset Horse Back Riding in the Mountains and BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 515 reviews · 8 hours · from $120

Leave Mendoza by van for a family-run ranch, where Stella and her team match you with a calm horse for a mountain ride to 2,100 meters. After the sunset views, return for beef, pork, salads, dessert, and wine. The ride suits beginners, but the road is bumpy and the mountain route can be steep.

“Great family running the operation. Very accommodating and sensitive to the needs of all. Great views and riding as well. Highly recommend”

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3.Desert Sunset Horseback Ride with BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 425 reviews · 6 hours · from $159

Leave the Strip for a 1.5-hour sunset horseback ride with wranglers such as Hector, Cesar, Chanel, and Chencho. Afterward, enjoy steak or mesquite chicken, campfire sides, apple pie, drinks, and a chance to meet the ranch animals before returning to Las Vegas.

“Such an enjoyable experience The guide and the ranch hands were so friendly it was my first time riding and they were so helpful and supportive I would definable recommend this trip”

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

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

Ride from Hacienda Doña Engracia along countryside trails with guides such as Fabrizio, Martin, and Valeria. If water levels are safe, you may swim with your horse. Finish at La Dulce Vista with tequila tasting, salsa making, a Mexican BBQ, pool time, and margaritas.

“Excellent!! Saul and Fabritsio were so friendly and nice and helpful. The horses were calm and beautiful. The trip was so great, the food was really really good and you get to salon in the river and a pool is at the BBQ destination. The cowboys are very kind and helpful getting you on and off the horses if you need the help. Would definitely do again! If you like horses tequila and tacos, definitely do this tour!!! A++++”

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5.Horse Ride, BBQ Dinner, and Stargazing

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 203 reviews · from $41

You’ll ride for about an hour through desert valleys with a guide, stopping for photos before sunset. After Arabian tea, a BBQ dinner, and soft drinks at a desert oasis, guides explain the night sky and point out stars and planets through telescopes. Hotel transfers from Hurghada are included.

“The tour was very well organised & super fun! The guides were so fun to be around, I will definitely recommend doing the one hour horse riding through the desert. The jeep safari is also a must, it was so fun! The stargazing was truly exceptional!!! People, don’t delay book today!!!”

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6.Wagon Ride with Cowboy Cookout BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 116 reviews · 3 hours · from $109

Spend three hours with Banff Trail Riders on a horse-drawn wagon ride along the Bow River and Sulphur Mountain Trail. Guides such as Sydney, Casey, Anna, and Mike lead the outing, while a cooked-to-order steak, campfire, lassoing, and horseshoes make the remote 3 Mile Cabin stop more than a simple scenic ride.

“We had a great time on our Wagon trip,we even saw a bear.Our guides were very polite,informative and funny.The meal we had was excellent and we all sat down together chatting.We had a go at the lassoing(so much fun).Out trip was on the 2ndJune2024.”

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7.Horseback riding and barbecue in a private ranch – La Carrera, Mendoza

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $200

Spend about seven hours at El Pico Palma ranch in La Carrera, riding Criollo horses with Gilda, Lucía, and Ángel among the Cordón del Plata mountains. Private transport, a two-and-a-half-hour ride, empanadas, high-altitude wine, Argentine asado, and regional desserts are included.

“The experience with Lucía's family is incredible. After we reserved the trip, Lucía sent us a confirmation message right away. From the pick up to the horseback riding, until the asado, it was really top notch. Gilda and Angel ride with my boyfriend and I. My boyfriend is a first-time rider, he felt very comfortable with the riding. I am intermediate rider, so I cantor with the Gaucho Angel at the last part. The horses are lovely!!! After the ride, we went back to the ranch to have the argentina barbeque, the meat was very good! Really good lol. I must say that the hospitality is very high standard -…”

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8.Bariloche Horseback Riding & Traditional Argentine Barbecue Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 73 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $204

Travel from Bariloche to San Ramón Ranch for a calm two-hour horseback ride with gauchos, mountain scenery, and wildlife spotting. Nico and the ranch team pair horses with riders by experience and size, then serve an Argentine asado, drinks, and simple ranch snacks.

“Fantastisk naturoplevelse på hest - vi er meget taknemmelig for denne oplevelse. Stort tak til teamet omkring denne tur og de fantastisk heste 🐎😊”

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9.Pompeii: Mount Vesuvius Night Horseback Ride and Italian BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $101

Ride for one hour through Mount Vesuvius vineyards with an English-speaking guide, then dine at a local winery. Expect regional wines, grilled meats, cheese, honey, dessert, and views toward Sorrento and Capri. Gennaro helps serve the meal, while pickup is available from Pompei and nearby towns.

“this was amazing. Horse riding was good but bbq. so much h food. wine was lovely. People running the experience were amazing. so friendly. highly recommend”

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10.Private Experience: Horseback Riding and BBQ in the Mountain – Estancia La Carrera

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 8 hours · from $180

Gilda and her team take you from Mendoza to Estancia El Pico in Tupungato for a private ride on gentle Criollo horses, guided by a local gaucho and bilingual host. Expect mountain trails, a clay-oven lunch, selected wines, homemade pastries, and time to relax at the family estancia.

“Gilda and her team provided an unforgettable experience. Riding through the stunning valley was a true highlight, and the delicious meal paired with excellent wine afterward made it even more special. The horses were calm, gentle, and clearly well-cared for, making the ride peaceful and enjoyable. This is an amazing way to take in the beauty of the Mendoza countryside. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the area. Thank you, Gilda, for such a memorable day!”

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11.Horse Ride in Agadir & Options at Sunset & Barbecue with Couscous

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · from $24Best value

You’ll ride a horse for up to 1.5 hours near Agadir, with views toward the Souss Massa River and eucalyptus forest. Pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi, and tea are included. Choose the barbecue option for a Berber-style meal with couscous after the ride.

“Amazing experience. Very friendly and polite staff and what an amazing and delicious dinner to end with 😊😊😊 highly recommended.”

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12.Sunset Horseback Ride With BBQ Dinner Las Vegas

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $130

Ride a calm horse through the mountain scenery outside Las Vegas, then sit down to a BBQ dinner with sides and a drink. The 90-minute outing includes a guide, helmet, tack, mounting block, and group photos, with vegetarian meals available by request.

“Per the request of the group organizer, I arrived at the provided GPS map location at 17:45 PM, 45 minutes early.”

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13.Sunset Horse Riding And BBQ Dinner Tour At Ao Nam Mao Beach Krabi

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $108

Ride along Ao Nam Mao Beach and nearby countryside at sunset, with an English-speaking guide matching you to a suitable horse. Beginners receive hands-on help, while confident riders may ride independently. Finish with a BBQ dinner beside the Andaman Sea. Hotel pickup is included from Ao Nang and Ao Nam Mao.

“Amazing experience, the view is stuning, the colorful sunset is unique, the organisation is excellent.”

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14.Jeep Cruise Stargazing with Horse Riding & BBQ Dinner – Hurghada

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $30

Start at 3 pm with hotel pickup and a safari jeep ride into the Hurghada Desert. Visit a Bedouin village, ride a horse, enjoy BBQ dinner and traditional tea, then learn about the night sky before returning. Transfers from some resort areas cost extra.

“It was a really great experience, my kids have loved it a lot, very nice people in the desert and all the programs were really really interesting end beautiful.”

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