
Guided Tour with Horseback Riding and Bioluminescence in Puerto Escondido
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4.6/5
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Is Guided Tour with Horseback Riding and Bioluminescence in Puerto Escondido worth booking?
Guided Tour with Horseback Riding and Bioluminescence in Puerto Escondido is a 12-hour experience in Huatulco, Mexico, from $160 per person. It scores 70 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 11 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 70 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (11)
- Duration
- 12 hours
- From
- $160 per person
Enjoy an afternoon of adventure away from civilization! Experience an excursion of approximately 12 hours duration from Bahías de Huatulco to its surroundings to enjoy 3 activities in 1 afternoon and spend your best holi
What you get
- Horse Tour (minors are accompanied by an adult on the same horse)
- Certified Guide
- Round transfer from hotel to tour
- Bioluminescence Boat Tour
- Turtle releasing
About this experience
Enjoy an afternoon of adventure away from civilization! Experience an excursion of approximately 12 hours duration from Bahías de Huatulco to its surroundings to enjoy 3 activities in 1 afternoon and spend your best holidays on the coast. The first activity is the release of turtles on the brush beach, one of the most recognized on the coast, characterized by the fact that thousands of turtles arrive every year. The second activity is to ride a horse through the fields of crops and cattle of the community to reach the beach port ground where the landscape will be the setting for spectacular photos, watching the sunset and time to eat. And end with the third activity, which is bioluminescence, where we will board a boat in the Manialtepec Lagoon to enjoy the phenomenon of nature that helps to charge us with energy and have a special night, returning to the hotels at approximately 12 at night.
What's included
Included
- Horse Tour (minors are accompanied by an adult on the same horse)
- Certified Guide
- Round transfer from hotel to tour
- Bioluminescence Boat Tour
- Turtle releasing
Not included
- Tips
- Drinks, food and shopping
What you'll see and do
Santuario La Escobilla
Leaving Bahías de Huatulco we will go 1 hour and 20 minutes to the first place of the excursion visiting the La Escobilla Eco-tourist Center where we will learn about the importance of preserving the species of turtles in the region, we will contribute to return them to the sea with the support of a container for them to continue their life cycle. We will also have the opportunity to take some spectacular photos on the Escobilla beach.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Playa Zicatela
Continuing with the excursion, our next visit is the Zicatela beach located in Puerto Escondido to enjoy an impressive view of the beach, walk a few minutes, get to know the beach and take photos.
25 minutes here
Puerto Escondido
The adventure continues with a visit to a community called San Josè Manialtepec where we will board the horses accompanied by the guide and people from the community, we will walk approximately 1 hour through trails between fields of crops and local cattle; going through rivers until we reach the beach of Puerto Soil where we will continue riding along the entire shore of the beach to reach the bocabarra where the river meets the sea; We will have the opportunity to take photos, appreciate the landscape, view the sunset and time to eat (not including food).
240 minutes here
Laguna Manialtepec
We finish our excursion with the last activity boarding a boat in the Manialtepec lagoon to go into the night and observe the amazing show of glitters in the water, they flash when the water is agitated by the passage of a boat, with the oars, with the hands , when it rains or just when swimming. We will have the opportunity to swim, live the experience and recharge ourselves to continue with the return to their respective hotels.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Lamby Tours Huatulco
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 4+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $160 to $200
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 70
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Guided Tour with Horseback Riding and Bioluminescence in Puerto Escondido: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Huatulco.
How much does Guided Tour with Horseback Riding and Bioluminescence in Puerto Escondido cost?
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Prices start at $160 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Huatulco usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Guided Tour with Horseback Riding and Bioluminescence in Puerto Escondido take?
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Plan for about 12 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Huatulco is not rushed.
Is Guided Tour with Horseback Riding and Bioluminescence in Puerto Escondido worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 11 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Huatulco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Guided Tour with Horseback Riding and Bioluminescence in Puerto Escondido?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Guided Tour with Horseback Riding and Bioluminescence in Puerto Escondido suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 4. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 12-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Guided Tour with Horseback Riding and Bioluminescence in Puerto Escondido?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Huatulco can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Huatulco and add a light layer if any part of the 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Guided Tour with Horseback Riding and Bioluminescence in Puerto Escondido start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Huatulco within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Huatulco?
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On Outty we rank every Huatulco experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tour to Copalitilla Magical Waterfalls from Huatulco with admission included, Huatulco Ocean Eco Adventures, Huatulco: Waterfalls, Zipline & Oaxacan Food. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Huatulco?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Huatulco?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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