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14 Best Costa Rica Ranch Tours

The rides worth saddling up for.

The 14 costa rica ranch tours travellers book most, gathered in one place. Where each ride takes you, how long you are in the saddle, who runs the stable, and what a morning on horseback costs.

14 Best Costa Rica Ranch Tours

Arenal Horseback Riding to La Fortuna Waterfall - From Parque Arenal to Pino Blanco: rainforest sights and the bridge moment
Costa Rica Ranch Tours, La Fortuna Ranch Tours, Tour Reviews

Arenal Horseback Riding to La Fortuna Waterfall

1.Arenal Horseback Riding to La Fortuna Waterfall

Horseback through Arenal rainforest to La Fortuna Waterfall with a swim option, wildlife sightings, and a Maleku cultural stop.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Excellent time. I have been riding for many years and these horses were well behaved and well kept. The guide was also very knowledgeable about his botany. We were lucky enough to see howler monkeys and a hawk on our ride and hike. The trek down to the waterfall is steep but well worth it.…”

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Safari & Barigona Beach on horseback - The ride itself: jungle, rivers, and wildlife talk
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Safari & Barigona Beach on horseback

2.Safari & Barigona Beach on horseback

Horseback safari from Sámara to deserted Barrigona Beach. Gallop on white sand, cross jungle and rivers, spot wildlife, snack included.

★ 4.5

“We had a wonderful experience! Thank you to our amazing guide for this wonderful memory and honestly being one of the most fun guided tours we have ever experienced.”

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Horseback riding through the beaches of Esterillos near Jaco - Along Esterillos Beach: Ocean Views, Water Riding, and That Slow-Wave Feeling
Costa Rica Ranch Tours, Jaco Ranch Tours, Tour Reviews

Horseback riding through the beaches of Esterillos near Jaco

3.Horseback riding through the beaches of Esterillos near Jaco

Horseback ride along Esterillos beaches near Jaco with small groups, wildlife spotting, and sunset views. 1.5 hours, beginner-friendly.

★ 5.0

“Everyone has a wonderful time. Great guide with a lot of fun horse facts for the kiddo. They were also willing to be flexible when our original ride had a chance of thunderstorms, and rescheduled us for the next day. Would definitely recommend!!”

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Arenal Canopy and Horseback Riding Adventure - Price Check: Is $162.72 Good Value Here?
Costa Rica Ranch Tours, La Fortuna Ranch Tours, Tour Reviews

Arenal Canopy and Horseback Riding Adventure

Vida Aventura Ranch Experience - Getting there: the road matters more than you think
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Vida Aventura Ranch Experience

5.Vida Aventura Ranch Experience

Zipline through a forest canyon, ride horses with volcano views, then soak thermal pools and volcanic mud at Vida Aventura in Guanacaste.

★ 4.5

“Not as described at all like what is expected. Mud bath consisted of rubbing dirt on the body, the horse back consisted of looking at foliage and cows. The zip lining was a blast and the communication was great on resort”

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Arenal Volcano River Horseback Riding Tour - Guides and safety: how Carlos, Jorge, and Victor shape the day
Costa Rica Ranch Tours, La Fortuna Ranch Tours, Tour Reviews

Arenal Volcano River Horseback Riding Tour

6.Arenal Volcano River Horseback Riding Tour

Ride horses on a private farm near Arenal Volcano in La Fortuna. Small group, wildlife spotting, and route changes when clouds roll in.

★ 4.5

“I could not recommend this tour enough. If you love horses or just want a fun ride this is the place. We had route options to choose from due to the weather clouding the view of the volcano, so our group took a trip to the river instead. Carlos and his crew took great care…”

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Ocean View Zip Line + Horseback Riding & Natural Pool Combo - After the Zip Line: Horseback Riding to Mountain Views
Costa Rica Ranch Tours, Jaco Ranch Tours, Tour Reviews

Ocean View Zip Line + Horseback Riding & Natural Pool Combo

7.Ocean View Zip Line + Horseback Riding & Natural Pool Combo

Jaco combo tour: 2-hour ocean-view zip line, horseback to waterfalls, and a natural pool swim with fruits and bilingual guides.

★ 4.5

“We loved doing the horseback riding and Zipline. The guides made even a novice horseback rider feel safe and supported the whole time. The Zipline guides also displayed professionalism and expertise, while also keeping it fun and full of the Pura Vida experience!”

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3-in-1 Monteverde Cloud Forest Waterfalls, Wild Trekking and Horseback Riding - Bridges, waterfalls, and the rainforest rhythm
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3-in-1 Monteverde Cloud Forest Waterfalls, Wild Trekking and Horseback Riding

8.3-in-1 Monteverde Cloud Forest Waterfalls, Wild Trekking and Horseback Riding

Monteverde waterfalls hike with river swims, then a 35-minute horseback ride and a hearty Costa Rican lunch, with pickup from Monteverde.

★ 4.5

“Our favorite tour in Costa Rica!!! Since my friend and I decided to not go to the Monteverde Cloud Forest, we found this tour. We were picked up from our lodging in Monteverde in a shared a shuttle. The hike was amazing! So many waterfalls and also the hanging bridges were very scenic. It was…”

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Rainforest Magic Horseback Riding Waterfall Tour Private Park Setting - Price and Value: $75 Can Feel Right Here (If You Match the Style)
Costa Rica Ranch Tours, Jaco Ranch Tours, Tour Reviews

Rainforest Magic Horseback Riding Waterfall Tour Private Park Setting

9.Rainforest Magic Horseback Riding Waterfall Tour Private Park Setting

Private-park rainforest horseback ride to El Encanto waterfall with wildlife spotting, pineapple snacks, and hotel pickup in Jaco.

★ 4.5

“We had such a great experience! This was the first time my kids have ridden a horse and they were made to feel at ease by the guides/staff. They can’t stop talking about how much they enjoyed the horses! Thank you for a wonderful family memory!”

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Monteverde Cloud Forest Horseback Riding - Picking the best time: 8:00 am birds, 11:00 am clarity, 3:00 pm sunset
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Monteverde Cloud Forest Horseback Riding

10.Monteverde Cloud Forest Horseback Riding

2-hour Monteverde horseback ride with round-trip transport, coffee, snacks, and wildlife views over the Gulf of Nicoya and Pacific islands.

★ 4.5

“My wife and I had an amazing ride around the trails of the ranch! The views were incredible, our guide was amazing and very knowledgeable and funny, and we even took a dip in the small stream on the property. We can’t wait to come back and ride with him again.”

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Horseback our Hacienda - 4 hours Coffee Tour - The waterfall ride: why this “coffee tour” feels like a real adventure
Costa Rica Ranch Tours, San Jose Ranch Tours, Tour Reviews

Horseback our Hacienda – 4 hours Coffee Tour

11.Horseback our Hacienda – 4 hours Coffee Tour

Ride horses through Aquiares coffee country to a waterfall and lookout, then tour coffee processing sites with an included guide.

★ 5.0

“First things first.. If you are traveling in from the city, use the app Waze to get to the Coffee farm. We did not and traveled through the mountains in the most unconventional way. The experience was STELLAR, we arrived late due to issues listed above and the staff waited on us politely. The staff…”

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Horseback + Natural Pool Adventure in Jaco Beach and Los Suenos - Horseback riding in the Costa Rica jungle: trained horses and real hills
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Horseback + Natural Pool Adventure in Jaco Beach and Los Suenos

12.Horseback + Natural Pool Adventure in Jaco Beach and Los Suenos

Short guided horseback ride from Jaco at Vista Los Sueños, then swim in a nearby natural pool and cool off at waterfalls.

★ 4.5

“The horses are so well trained to follow each other you hardly have to do anything but sit and enjoy the stroll. horseback riding combined with being in the rainforest, its peaceful.”

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ZipLine, Horseback Riding, Tubing, Hot Springs & Lunch @ Volcano National Park - Stop at Parque Nacional Rincón de la Vieja: your adventure base
Costa Rica Ranch Tours, Playa Flamingo Ranch Tours, Tour Reviews

ZipLine, Horseback Riding, Tubing, Hot Springs & Lunch @ Volcano National Park

13.ZipLine, Horseback Riding, Tubing, Hot Springs & Lunch @ Volcano National Park

Rincón de la Vieja adventure with zipline, horseback, rapids tubing, hot springs, and buffet lunch, including pickup for up to 15.

★ 5.0

“Overall, my girls and I had a really fun time. It was our first time ever going horseback riding, river tubing, ziplining, and going to a hot spring. Horseback riding through the rainforest was a little scary due to the terrain being uneven. River tubing is for the thrill-seekers but forewarning you - it can…”

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Queveri Horseback Riding Tours - Before You Mount: A Horse That Keeps the Day Enjoyable
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Queveri Horseback Riding Tours

14.Queveri Horseback Riding Tours

Ride calm horses through Queveri’s working farm, herd cattle, chase big volcano views, and enjoy a family-run four-course lunch in Orosí.

★ 5.0

“One of the best tours you could EVER book! It was our first time riding horses and the horses were so kind! One of the owners made us amazing meals and beverages, and was so sweet!!!!!! Forget about the big horseback tours and experience an authentic and genuine tour, you will not regret it. Everything…”

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