The 15 Best Beach Horseback Rides in Mexico

1.Cabo White Sand Horseback Riding Tour and Tequila Tasting

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

Ride a well-trained horse from Baja’s cactus desert to a secluded Pacific beach with guides such as Reyes, Victor, or Esteban. The pace suits beginners, and winter rides may bring whale sightings. Hotel pickup, safety gear, water, and tequila tasting are included, but add $25 for park entry.

“The driver picked us right up from our hotel, even though it was quite a long drive to the ranch. Everybody was very friendly, the horses were well behaved, and the ride was beautiful. Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. We even saw whales while riding on the beach. I did not read far enough down and realize there was a $25 fee on top of the cost to get into the park where we rode. Just be aware of that and take cash if possible.”

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

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

Explore Cabo’s desert and mountain trails by ATV, then ride a trained horse along a Pacific beach before a tequila tasting. Hotel pickup is offered from Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo. Guides such as Chino, Esteban, and Victor are often praised, while park fees, insurance, photos, and tips cost extra.

“Had a great time doing the horseback and ATV. We started around 11 and it was already very warm so be prepared!”

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3.Beach ATV Adventure, Free Horseback Ride, and Sky Bike Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 244 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $175

Ride a single or double ATV through Migriño, follow the Pacific beach on horseback, and pedal a sky bike above the dunes. Cactus Tours provides transport, gear, water, bilingual guides, tequila tasting, and a kids club. Guides Darvin and David have earned special praise for patient, friendly service.

“Fun but be prepared for an aggressive up-sale pitch Also $25 pp when you arrive to get into the “park”. ATV was fun and riding horses on the beach was cool. We even did a full gallop for about 100 yards”

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4.Horseback Riding in Sayulita Through Jungle Trails to the Beach

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

Ride a calm, well-matched horse through tropical jungle, past the Gorgullo River, and onto Sayulita’s secluded Playa Escondida. Guides such as Juan, Jovani, Guzman, and Danny adjust the pace for beginners and experienced riders. Choose a daytime or sunset ride, then enjoy a tequila tasting.

“They were ready to go on time and did a great job leading some very inexperienced riders to a fun time”

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5.Horseback Riding Beach and Desert in Cabo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 154 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85

Ride through Baja’s desert hills to broad Pacific beaches near Cabo San Lucas. You’ll receive hotel transport, safety gear, water, a bilingual guide, and a tequila tasting. This outing suits confident intermediate and advanced riders, but groups may include slower riders and phone use may be restricted.

“My wife and I were pIcked up at hotel on time (it’s rain or shine). They tried to up sell us for an additional $60 ea. (US) for private ride. No gracious. We did however have a private ride along the desert sands and beautiful coast in the rain. My wife is the advanced and me the intermediate. The horses were more than willing to turn it on when it was time- Spectacular beach run with quality photos along the way. Helmets are worn 100% of ride except static picture taking. $20 for one photo or $70-80 for all...forgot. Don’t forget the tip and your $20 entrance fee per person…”

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6.Beach UTV Adventure with Free Camel and Horseback Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 123 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $175

Spend about three hours at Cactus Tours riding a shared UTV, camels, and a quarter horse along Baja trails and Pacific beaches. You’ll get hotel transport, safety gear, water, tequila tasting, a bilingual guide, and supervised Kids Club care. A $25 park fee is extra.

“Fun in the sun on horse back, Chester was spunky and loved to munch on the shrubs! The plastic saddle was hard and hurt my bum! Bring a pad to help. But good time and drink the tequila!”

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7.La Bufadora, Markets & Horseback Beach Ride Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 93 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $71

Spend four to five hours with a private Ensenada driver, a 60-minute beach or estuary horseback ride, and two hours at La Bufadora. Drivers such as Jair, Oscar, Armando, and Juan Carlos are praised for local food tips and flexible stops. Choose Echo Canyon if you want a riding lesson and mountain route.

“We were assigned a private taxi driver, Wiley, who spent a whole day with us. We visited the Horse Riding place, La Bufadura and the Massage shop and got back to the Cruise Village within 6 hours. Timeline: 9:15am off-board; 9:30am met the driver outside Cruise Village; 10-11am Horse Riding; 11:30am La Bufadora; 1:15pm left La Bufadora; 1:45-2:45pm Massage; 3:15pm drop-off in Cruise Village.”

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8.Cabo San Lucas Beach and Desert Horseback Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 86 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $67Best value

Ride a trained horse through Migrino’s dry riverbeds and Baja trails before reaching a quiet Pacific beach. Expect a small group of up to 10, hotel pickup, water, and guides such as Gabriel, Emmanuel, Chino, and Jose. Bring closed shoes, sun protection, and patience for the 2-hour saddle time.

“Me and Canelo (The Horse) had a GREAT TIME!!!! And the photographer caught me in great shots!!! He seem to have caught me alot and with great moments!!!”

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9.Private excursion to the bufadora and horseback riding on the beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $75

Meet your English-speaking guide outside Ensenada’s cruise port, ride a gentle horse along the beach, then visit La Bufadora and its large craft market. Guides such as Miguel, Dylan, Vivian, and Genaro are known for flexible stops, local food tips, and help handling the busy market.

“Easy meet up, great tour guide, super fun horseback riding and blow hole visit! Highly recommend! I would likely book the same tour again on my next trip!”

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10.Horseback Riding on the Beach from Ensenada

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $95

Ride for about 90 minutes beside the beach near Ensenada, with a short ranch stop before matching you to a horse. Crystal handles arrangements, while guides such as Alex lead the ride. Expect calm horses, desert views, bottled water, and a small group of no more than 15.

“Chrystal was great - from start to finish was easy to reach and communicate with. The experience was safe and well organized and we had a great time riding these beautiful horses in n the beach!”

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11.Jungle and Beach Horseback ride Tour in Pacific Coast

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $90

Ride for about an hour through agave fields, jungle, and along the Pacific beach at Mr. Lionso Ranch, then eat handmade Mexican food and taste house-made mezcal. Juan may handle your transfer, while ranch guides lead the horses. Expect a small group, warm weather, and limited English on site.

“We got picked up right at our hotel. Lunch was delicious especially the tequila cheese. The horses were gentle. I highly recommend this adventure.”

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12.Sunset by Horse on the Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 34 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $122

You’ll leave Puerto Escondido around 3 p.m. for San José Manialtepec, where local horse riders teach you the basics before leading you through fields, cattle land, and a river to the beach. Ride at dusk, with English, Spanish, or French support, transport, and one drink included.

“Loved this experience! Beautiful varied scenery, friendly guides, happy horses! Was a treat to watch them swim across the lake and to ride back at dusk and see the fire flies.”

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13.Jungle and beach horseback ride + lunch + mezcal

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 31 reviews · 3 hours · from $105

From Mazatlán, your guide takes you to Mr. Lionso Ranch for a 90-minute horse ride through jungle trails and along the beach. Then enjoy machaca burritos, handmade tortillas, guacamole, and cheese flambé before touring the mezcal factory and tasting six flavors.

“The staff was very friendly and we loved the route and the view.”

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14..Beach Horse Riding Turtle Release Crocodile Farm Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 6 reviews · 3.5 - 5.5 hours · from $125

You’ll leave Acapulco with an English, Spanish, or French-speaking guide for a small-group outing to a turtle camp, Afro-Mexican village, quiet Pacific beach, and crocodile farm. Expect about an hour on horseback, a turtle release, hotel or port pickup, and guides such as Rudy, Santiago, or José María.

“Had a great time. Our guides were knowledgeable and fun. Rudy and Santiago went the extra mile to ensure a fun trip”

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15.NEW!! Combo ATV & Horseback Ride. Beach & Desert. Tequila Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $116

You will ride horseback for one hour from the ranch to Migrino Beach, then spend an hour driving an ATV through desert tracks and along the Pacific. Guides such as José and Chino are known for patient instruction and humor. Pickup, water, goggles, and a bilingual certificate are included.

“It’s cheaper to get Cabo tour while booking Out experience was so good plan to come back get some deals”

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