Dominican Republic · HORSEBACK RIDING

The 15 Best Horseback Rides on Dominican Beaches and Trails

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Sunset on Macao beach or a trail through the palms behind Bávaro. These 15 rides are priced and timed, with notes on group size and how much of the ride is on the sand.

Punta Cana Zipline Adventure with Buggies and Horseback Riding - A short horseback ride and a taste of local life
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Punta Cana Zipline Adventure with Buggies and Horseback Riding

1.Punta Cana Zipline Adventure with Buggies and Horseback Riding

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,001 reviews · from $100Our pick

Spend about six hours at Hacienda Tuko Adventure Park, riding zip lines, horses, and a dune buggy through the Dominican countryside. Guides such as Jeudi and Fignole have led the outings, which may include a cocoa and mamajuana stop. Hotel pickup, lunch, and bottled water are included; expect mud, activity, and a long transfer.

“I had an amazing time! As a solo traveler I was a bit nervous but everyone made me feel safe and very welcomed! The staff is amazing!”

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5 tours in 1 (Eco Farm/Horseback/City Tour/Buggy/Zipline) - Horseback riding through countryside and plantations
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5 tours in 1 (Eco Farm/Horseback/City Tour/Buggy/Zipline)

2.5 tours in 1 (Eco Farm/Horseback/City Tour/Buggy/Zipline)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,443 reviews · from $119

Spend about eight hours exploring beyond Punta Cana’s resorts, with hotel pickup, horseback riding, a family coffee and cocoa farm, Higüey’s basilica and market, Dominican lunch, ziplining, and a buggy ride with a possible river swim. Guides including Javier, Chris, Juan, and Christian have been associated with the tour, but your guide may vary. Budget for dust, mud, and optional photos.

“Transpiration was very easy, horseback riding was great timing it lasted about 30 minutes, then we did cigar tasting, the buggies were fast and easy to drive, I recommend taking someone to hold your phone because there’s mug flying everywhere, halfway in the buggies we got into a river so be prepared for that, the zip line was so fun and they had great views. Also the food was buffet style and I loved it.”

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7 Tours Punta Cana: Zipline, Chairlift, ATV, Ride Horses, & More! - Zip lines with real height and speed
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7 Tours Punta Cana: Zipline, Chairlift, ATV, Ride Horses, & More!

3.7 Tours Punta Cana: Zipline, Chairlift, ATV, Ride Horses, & More!

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,172 reviews · from $99

Spend a full day at La Hacienda Park near Punta Cana, moving between zip lines, a chairlift, horseback riding, buggy or ATV-style rides, and more. A Dominican buffet is included, but drinks are not. Hotel pickup is offered, though the drive and waits between activities can make the day longer than six hours. Bring clothes and shoes you can get muddy.

“Absolutely amazing! The staff were great too and I enjoyed all the activities. Will definitely recommend!”

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Punta Cana Beach Horseback Riding - Beach, paths, and the Maimon River mouth
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Punta Cana Beach Horseback Riding

4.Punta Cana Beach Horseback Riding

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 983 reviews · from $58

Ride Punta Cana’s shoreline, palm-lined paths, and the Maimon River mouth on a guided horseback tour. Horses are matched to your ability, instruction and safety gear are provided, and guides such as Fausto and Junior have earned praise for their patience. Pickup is offered; allow extra time for the drive, which can be lengthy from some resorts.

“Amazing experience. Definitely glad we did it. Easy pick up and drop off. Horses were very well mannered. The guides were nice and knowledgeable.”

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Beach Sunset on Horse Riding in Punta Cana(Private Option) - Riding out toward the shoreline
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Beach Sunset on Horse Riding in Punta Cana(Private Option)

5.Beach Sunset on Horse Riding in Punta Cana(Private Option)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 684 reviews · from $73

Ride from a family-run ranch to the beach with a guide, then follow the shoreline as the sun goes down. No riding experience is required, and you can ask to choose a horse from photos before you arrive. The roughly two-hour outing includes round-trip transport in many pickup areas, plus a chance to sample coffee and cacao at the ranch. Ask about pickup limits and photo prices before you book.

“The experience of was 10/10 and very fun! Chris helped us the whole way and was very entertaining. He also took the most beautiful pictures! Although we didn’t purchase, I HIGHLY recommend buying them because they are that beautiful.”

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Private Sunset Horseback Riding in punta cana beach - Countryside paths before the coast
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Private Sunset Horseback Riding in punta cana beach

6.Private Sunset Horseback Riding in punta cana beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 625 reviews · from $77

Ride with your own group from a ranch outside Punta Cana, following a local guide through countryside trails toward the coast. The outing lasts about two hours and includes hotel pickup, bottled water, and a private ride. Guides such as Fausto, Miguel, and Friendly have led past outings, but your guide is not guaranteed. Sunset views and beach time depend on conditions and the route.

“Driver and Tour Guide were great. Communication was not a problem as well. The only downfall of this tour is, it is not a half day activity as advertised. Pick up at 0730am then ended close to 4pm, it is a long day tour so if you have an activity late afternoon make sure that it wont conflict.”

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Horseback Riding and ATV or Buggy to Water Cave and Macao Beach - Macao Beach as the final stop
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Horseback Riding and ATV or Buggy to Water Cave and Macao Beach

7.Horseback Riding and ATV or Buggy to Water Cave and Macao Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 533 reviews · from $76

This four-hour Punta Cana outing pairs a short guided horseback ride with an ATV or buggy convoy to a Dominican farm, a 25-foot-deep water cave, and Macao Beach. You get round-trip transport, a helmet, and tastings of coffee, chocolate, tea, and mamajuana. Guides including Joshua and Gary have been praised for keeping groups safe and together.

“Be ready to get muddy! We did about a half hour ride on horseback then took the buggies down to the farm, cave and Macao beach. At the farm you get to try local goods like tea, chocolate and signature drink. The cave jump was refreshing after riding in the buggy for a little while, natural limestone and fresh water. Then you take a ride to the beach which was beautiful. Our guide Joshua was great!”

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Punta Cana: Sunset Horseback Ride in Macao Beach and Forest - Through the forest and along the coast
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Punta Cana: Sunset Horseback Ride in Macao Beach and Forest

8.Sunset Horseback Ride in Macao Beach and Forest

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 388 reviews · 2h 30m · from $61

Ride horseback through forest and along two beaches near Punta Cana, ending at Macao Beach for a stop and photos as the sun sets. The 150-minute outing includes round-trip transport and a guide; guides such as Luis, Lilo, and Juan Luis have led rides, while driver Andrew has handled pickups. A short souvenir-shopping stop is also included.

“The tour was amazing and Andrew the driver treat us magnificently! overall a magical trip.”

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Punta Cana: Zipline, Chairlift, Buggy & Horse Ride Adventure - Mud, steering, and the buggy circuit
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Punta Cana: Zipline, Chairlift, Buggy & Horse Ride Adventure

9.Zipline, Chairlift, Buggy & Horse Ride Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 289 reviews · 4 - 6 hours · from $99

Spend 4 to 6 hours at La Hacienda Park on ziplines, a 20-meter Quick Jump, buggy trails, a guided horse ride, and the Dominican Republic’s only chairlift. Hotel pickup, buffet lunch, cultural stops, and a kids’ club are included. Bring swimwear and a dry change of clothes; guides speak English, Spanish, and French.

“Our guide Wiilem was fantastic and the activities were great fun. I travelled with my two daughters 17/12 and they enjoyed all of the activities. Zip lining and the buggy were the best fun. Our guide advised us to wait back on the buggy trip so we missed the queue and could do it quite fast as opposed to start stop with the masses. Just make sure you take a change of clothes as it got messy with the mud. Thank you x”

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Horseback Riding Adventure Punta Cana - Uvero Alto Beach, at horse height
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Horseback Riding Adventure Punta Cana

10.Horseback Riding Adventure Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 264 reviews · from $40Best value

Ride from Rancho Victoria Caribeño toward Uvero Alto Beach on a horse matched to your ability. The roughly two-hour outing includes hotel pickup, a helmet, water and a guide, with routes that can also pass through local streets or residential areas. You may be offered a chance to trot, canter or gallop, depending on your comfort and conditions. Photo packages and the rum souvenir need clarification before you buy.

“The scenery was beautiful and the guides were professional and friendly. The horses were also gentle and well trained and always listened to the guides.”

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Punta Cana: Horseback Riding Tour with Sunset at Macao Beach - Meeting your horse and getting comfortable
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Punta Cana: Horseback Riding Tour with Sunset at Macao Beach

11.Horseback Riding Tour with Sunset at Macao Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 230 reviews · 2 hours · from $54

Ride from Punta Cana to Macao Beach for a guided horseback tour through natural scenery and along the coast, with time to pause for sunset photos. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included. The ride suits beginners as well as experienced riders, but the tour is not suitable for pregnant women or people with back problems.

“lovely! we had such a great time with the horses and the beaches you go to are amazing .just wished we had more time at the end for pictures...”

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Horseback riding and ATV or Buggy with Party Boat with Lunch - Choosing an ATV or buggy
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Horseback riding and ATV or Buggy with Party Boat with Lunch

12.Horseback riding and ATV or Buggy with Party Boat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 225 reviews · from $125

Start with a 15-minute guided horseback ride, then drive your own ATV or buggy to an organic farm, a 25-foot water cave, and Macao Beach. After a local lunch, the day continues with snorkeling, music, drinks, and a natural pool aboard a party boat. Vladimir is one of the guides associated with the tour.

“Vladimir was a great tour guide. He stayed with us during the duration of the excursion. It started with them picking us up from our hotel right on time, then taking us to the ATVs. Definitely bring clothing that you don't mind throwing away bRead more”

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2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour at Sunset from Punta Cana - Macao Beach and the river mouth
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2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour at Sunset from Punta Cana

13.2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour at Sunset from Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 223 reviews · from $77

Set out from Rancho Un Regalo De Dios on a two-hour guided ride through tropical forest and countryside toward Macao Beach and the Boca de Maimón river mouth. Pickup is offered from Punta Cana and Uvero Alto. Guides such as Juan, Angel, and Vicente have helped nervous first-time riders feel at ease, and you may be able to buy photos taken along the way.

“I enjoyed myself I will be booking again .the only thing I would suggest is they take better photos of you on the horses but other than that everything was good”

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Punta Cana: Macao Beach & Forest Horseback Riding Tour - Riding through forest and toward Río Anamuya
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Punta Cana: Macao Beach & Forest Horseback Riding Tour

14.Macao Beach & Forest Horseback Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 213 reviews · 3 hours · from $55

Ride with a guide through forest and along Macao Beach, with a stop near Río Anamuya and a short visit for coffee tasting and shopping. Hotel transfers are included. Guides speak Spanish, English, French, and German; you may meet guides such as Luis or Lilo. Beginners are welcome, and the beach stop may leave time for a swim.

“The tour was fabulous. the guides were helpful. The horses were well-behaved and their energy was just right. The ride was relaxing and fun.”

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Private Macao Beach horseback riding in punta cana and Bayahibe - The beach: open views, with a practical caveat
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Private Macao Beach horseback riding in punta cana and Bayahibe

15.Private Macao Beach horseback riding in punta cana and Bayahibe

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 175 reviews · from $55

Ride from a countryside ranch toward the Punta Cana coast, with a trail section and time on the beach. Guides such as Miguel, Sammy, and Juan Carlos have been praised for matching horses to riders and helping beginners. You can walk at an easy pace or, if your skill and the conditions allow, ask about cantering. Pickup is offered; confirm your location and whether your booking is private.

“Amazing. Staff was friendly. I would recommend. They were very patient from the moment we were picked up from our resort”

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