The 4 Best Puerto Vallarta Horse Riding Tours

1.Horseback Riding Tour in Sierra Madre from Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 349 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $103Our pick

Ride a calm horse through riverbeds, trees, and Sierra Madre countryside with an English-speaking guide. At Rancho Capomo, you’ll hike across bridges and steps to a waterfall, then return for fajitas, handmade tortillas, guacamole, Mexican salsa, and open-bar drinks. Beto is one guide praised for making the day easy and fun.

“My daughters and I enjoyed the beautiful scenery on horseback. The hike to the waterfall is not for the weak. Recommend closed-toed shoes for safety because of the steepness and rocks. The lunch after the ride was delicious! We met friendly people in our group and we enjoyed our time together.”

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2.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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3.Horse Riding Tour w/ Optional ATV & Zipline

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 73 reviews · 5 hours · from $124

Spend five active hours at Rancho Capomo riding through the Sierra Madre, crossing rivers and rope bridges, and stopping at a waterfall. Add ATV riding or 13 zip lines for more action. Guides such as Hector and Ramiro help beginners, then serve a generous Mexican meal with handmade tortillas.

“A amazing way to get out of the city life and enjoy beautiful ride. Every single one of the crew members were super nice, patient and knowledgeable. The food was delicious.”

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4.Sierra Madre Horseback Riding and Zipline with Lunch Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $147

Leave Puerto Vallarta at 8:15 am for Rancho Capomo, where you’ll ride gentle horses through the Sierra Madre, hike toward a waterfall, and tackle about 10 zipline routes. A Mexican lunch, national drinks, and round-trip transport are included. Driver Sergio is known for keeping the ride lively.

“Driver, guides and ranch staff were personable, friendly and helpful. The scenery and waterfall destination were picturesque. The homemade lunch was delicious and tequila tasting was an added bonus. Highly recommended excursion.”

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