Best Chile Horse Riding Tours — Our Top 12

1.Private Horseback Adventure in the Andes, with Picnic & Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $278Our pick

Ride from Santiago into the Cordillera on a gentle Criollo horse with guides such as Gustavo, Will, or Cristóbal. The six-hour outing includes gear, hotel transfers, mountain trails, wildlife spotting, and a ranch picnic of bread, cheeses, meats, fruit, and wine. Summer sunset rides are also available.

“Excellent way to see the mountain's and only a short drive from the city”

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2.Horseback Private Wine Tour and Country Grill from Santiago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $585

Join guides such as Felipe, Christian, Carolina, and Mario for a private Maipo Valley day. Ride gentle horses through vineyards and along the river, enjoy breakfast and a Chilean barbecue, then finish with a winery tasting. No riding experience is needed.

“We started with a wonderful host for breakfast followed by riding. The trail was spectacular. We had wine and food along the way. Very Chilean experience. Then a fabulous winery tour. Maria was a wonderful guide.”

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3.Horseback Trailride Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $59Best value

Ride from Antilco ranch through meadows, forest, and along the Liucura River toward a waterfall, with views of Villarrica, Quetrupillan, and Lanin. The four-hour route suits experienced riders and includes walking, trotting, cantering, and sometimes galloping. Mathias and his team handle the horses and trail briefing.

“Did the 2 hour ride as the 4 hour was unavailable due to poor weather. Beautiful property, helpful and friendly guides, the scenery was excellent and was overall a lovely experience.”

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4.Atacama Desert: Horseback Adventure with Scenic Views

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 42 reviews · 2 hours · from $68

You’ll ride a carefully matched horse from San Pedro toward the Salt Mountains, Dinosaur Valley, Catarpe Ravine, and Chulacao Ravine. An English or Spanish-speaking guide explains local geology, history, farming, and wildlife. The pace is scenic and relaxed, with transportation and horse included.

“Beautiful well-trained horses, we rode in the desert, through a river bank and then a green path away from the sun. Awesome experience”

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5.Terevaka Horse Excursion: The highest point and 360° view.

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 38 reviews · 2h 30m · from $130

Ride a trained horse across Rapa Nui’s open fields to Terevaka, the island’s highest point. A Spanish-speaking guide leads this small group of up to eight, with hotel pickup, riding gear, and time for sweeping views. Food is not included, so bring your own picnic if desired.

“Sehr schöne Tour mit toller Aussicht. Kleine Gruppe. Schneller, unkomplizierter Transfer. Sichere und zuverlässige Pferde. Einmaliges Erlebnis.”

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6.Puerto Natales: Horseback Riding with Horse Connection

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 4 - 10 hours · from $150

Lynn guides a small group of up to seven through grooming, haltering, and riding near Hotel Posada 3 Pasos. Choose English, huaso, or gaucho tack, then ride toward Lake Figueroa on a half-day or full-day outing suited to your riding ability.

“this tour is truly an outstanding tour. Leena allowed us to have a special connection with our horses, teaching us about them and learning how to put on saddles, their personalities and a beautiful ride around the mountains and lakes. this is a just tour in Patagonia!”

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7.Puerto Natales: Traditional Horseback Riding Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 34 reviews · 3h 30m · from $171

Ride for 2.5 hours from Puerto Demaistre with Spanish-speaking gauchos, gentle horses, herding dogs, sheep, cattle, and views over Última Esperanza Fjord. Transfers from Puerto Natales, helmets, chaps, coffee, and a snack are included. Beginners and experienced riders are welcome.

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8.Puerto Natales: Horseback Riding to Dorotea Fjord Lookout

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 26 reviews · 4 hours · from $171

You ride for three hours through native woods and meadows to Cerro Dorotea, near the Chile-Argentina border. A Spanish-speaking gaucho leads the small group, with hotel transport, a safety briefing, and coffee with donuts afterward. An English-speaking guide costs extra.

“Lo claro en sus indicaciones y preocupación del guía porque todos estemos bien No hay nada que corregir”

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9.Santiago: Private Andes Foothills Horseback Riding. Half day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 6 hours · from $250

Ride calm Chilean horses from a private farm into the Andes foothills, only about 20 minutes from Santiago. English-Spanish guides such as Gustavo, Frank, Therese, and Macarena lead the three-hour route through native forest to a high lookout. Expect a snack, sweeping Andes views, and an optional cheese and wine stop.

“we had the greatest time with Gustavo! the horses were great and the trails are so beautiful and picturesque. highly recommend!”

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10.Horseback Riding near Strait of Magellan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 3h 30m · from $225

Ride from Agua Fresca Lodge along the Strait of Magellan with a small group of up to eight. Expect forest, wetlands, birds, foxes, rabbits, and views toward Tierra del Fuego, Dawson Island, and the Darwin Range. English and Spanish guides are available, and Carla may host your visit.

“Fabulous people Great communication Horses well fed and behaved very well The ride was varied terrain and views from riverbed to forest to beach The only reason for less than 5* was (unverified) maybe hoof/pastern issues, but saying that the horses seemed sound.”

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11.Puerto Natales: Full Day Horse Riding to the Mountains

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 1 day · from $360

Spend a full day with Lynn of Horse Connection Patagonia, first letting a horse choose you, then brushing, tacking, and riding through forests, rivers, and open country. Enjoy a homemade picnic, views toward the Paine Massif, and an optional mindfulness stop on the mountain.

“I cannot express how amazing this tour was. I loved riding with the horses and the land we ride through is gorgeous. The food Lynn made was DELECTABLE. And I had moments I will carry with me and cherish. Thank you Lynn for what you do”

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12.Terevaka Mount: Morning Horseback Riding & Planting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $150

Alice and her husband welcome you at Adventure Terevaka for a beginner-friendly ride from Vaitea woods to Mount Terevaka. Follow Ava Ranga Uka stream, pass Rano a Roi crater, canter on soft high plains, and enjoy island-wide views from the summit.

“Sehr gut Organisiert Alice und ihr Mann haben eine Wunderschöne Farm wo die Pferde friedlich leben. Es hat alles wunderbar geklappt, Abholung und Ausritt waren super. Sichere Pferde auch für Anfänger geeignet.”

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