Horseback Riding Tour in Beach of Cartagena
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 103 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Horseback Riding Tour in Beach of Cartagena worth booking?
Horseback Riding Tour in Beach of Cartagena is a 4-hour experience in Cartagena, Colombia, from $161 per person. It scores 74 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 103 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 74 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (103)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $161 per person
Enjoy a relaxed horseback ride in a beauty horse along the beautiful beaches of Manzanillo located twenty minutes away from the old city of Cartagena de indias. It would be an excelent experience with horses and e
What you get
About this experience
Enjoy a relaxed horseback ride in a beauty horse along the beautiful beaches of Manzanillo located twenty minutes away from the old city of Cartagena de indias. It would be an excelent experience with horses and enjoy in the incredible views of the Caribbean Sea. Our horses are kept in stables under excellent conditions of handling and feeding, they are monitored under the care of a veterinarian and will go out on the beach only when we have visitors. One of our profesional riders will evaluate the level of each visitor to provide them with the necessary instructions about how to ride this kind of horses and will go along with you during all the ride. Equipped with horses for all levels of riders and for novices and experts, Horses Cartagena tours will work hard to match you with a perfect horse for you. After the ride you can enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner and the team of Horses Cartagena tours will give you beatiful pictures of this unforgetable experience.
What's included
Included
- Local guide
- Snacks
- Water and soft drinks (juices and / or soft drinks)
- Helmet use
- Souvenir photography
- Videos
Not included
- Pool in the hotel.
- Lookers
- Lunch
- Dinner
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 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Horses Cartagena tours
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Answer the guides' suggestions first of all.
- Understand that all outdoor activities involve a risk.
- It is recommended to bring comfortable clothes because the activity is in the beach.
- Transfer Hotel – Manzanillo Beaches , located 20 minutes away from the old city of Cartagena.
- Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult and while enjoying the tour they will enjoy the beach.
- It is not recommended for participants with heart problems or other serious medical conditions.
- For travelers of cruises we can pick up at 9:00 am and come back at good time for the cruise
- Passengers with weights greater than 120 Kgs may not ride horses.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 103 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Photo opportunities
5 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
4 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
103 verified traveler reviews for Horseback Riding Tour in Beach of Cartagena. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
GREAT EXPERIENCE
It was a great experience Luis made us feel like family taking us around and giving us all the history background. Super recommended
Response from the operator: Your words really cheer me up—thank you so much for that special day!!!
via Tripadvisor
Overpriced, under delivered
The tour felt poorly organized from the start. The operator reached out a couple days ahead of the tour and informed me that due to unforeseen circumstances he will not be in town and the horse show will have to be canceled, giving me a choice to cancel the tour. But since we were interested in horse riding, we decided to proceed. We were picked at the hotel on time in a clean cool car and an English-speaking guide. It was the rest of the tour that was disappointing. Instead of 2 hours of riding, we had an hour at the most, and a lot of that time was taken up by a photo shop on a beach. While I welcome few momentous, that was not the purpose of the tour. Then there was a misunderstanding whether it was safe to go on a trail, with one local guide saying we shouldn’t and another saying that it was ok since we were traveling with locals. It was not, it seemed, a typical route. After riding we were invited to a local hotel for refreshments. We left after an hour and a half, without “refreshments”. The tour operator apologized next day, saying that unfortunately all “ the hotels were booked”, but we booked the tour a month in advance, which should have been sufficient amount of time to make arrangements. All in all, the price tag of almost $500 for 3 people was not justified.
Response from the operator: We are sorry you had this experience. Our guide told us that they had ridden for two hours as agreed. The tour was longer than usual; we even took them to a hill, a spectacular spot in Manzanillo del Mar. This has been the only disastrous review in more than five years of experience, and the delay in delivering the food to the hotel is something that is beyond our control. I don't know which website you paid on, but we will receive $367. I am very sorry...
via Viator
Best experience of our entire trip
Luis and his daughter Maria picked us up from our hotel in Centro Cartagena and took us to their ranch, along the way they gave us some insights into the local area and its wildlife. At the ranch we were introduced to the Paso Fino horses and given a demonstration of their unusual gait and learnt about the history of these magnificent animals. We then drove to the local beach and, after a very short wait, the horses arrived (Gaviota and Muneca), we mounted up and set off along the coast. Once we were comfortable on the horses, Luis and his daughter took some wonderful video and photos of us riding through the water. We then went for a long ride down the beach and back and were able to ride the horse out in the waves before going back to the hotel for a drink and cerviche before our trip back to the hotel. A wonderful experience from people who are clearly passionate about their animals. Wish we had done it earlier in our holiday as we would have booked additional experiences with Cartagena Horse Tours.
Response from the operator: Thank you for choosing us and giving us this beautiful review, we hope to serve you again and share another great day with you, see you on your next visit.
via Viator
Magical fantastic experience
What a magical fantastic experience We were welcomed at our hotel by Luis and Maria. They drove us to their lovely ranch and took care of us the whole afternoon. After learning more about the specificities of the local breed of horses, we then went to the beach. And then the magic started. We spent over an hour horseback riding on the beach with the horses in the sunset. It felt safe and wild. My son was having the time of his life and so was I. Louis is a veterinarian, he knows his stuff but most of all he loves his horses like members of his family. He doesn’t over promote because he wants his horses to be healthy and happy. I can only thank them for making this moment with my son even more special..
Response from the operator: Thank you for valuing our service and enjoying every moment of the experience, we hope you come back to live a new adventure.
via Viator
Solo trip 2025
Such an amazing experience, very punctual with pick up time the ride wasn’t that long to get there . the horses were very clean and beautiful 10 out of 10. How do you recommend
Response from the operator: It was a pleasure to serve you, thank you for your visit❤️❤️❤️
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 36
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 74
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Horseback Riding Tour in Beach of Cartagena: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cartagena.
How much does Horseback Riding Tour in Beach of Cartagena cost?
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Prices start at $161 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cartagena usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Horseback Riding Tour in Beach of Cartagena take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Cartagena is not rushed.
Is Horseback Riding Tour in Beach of Cartagena worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 74 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 103 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cartagena, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Horseback Riding Tour in Beach of Cartagena?
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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 Horseback Riding Tour in Beach of Cartagena suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Horseback Riding Tour in Beach of Cartagena?
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Around 36 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 Cartagena 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 Cartagena and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Horseback Riding Tour in Beach of Cartagena 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 Cartagena 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 Cartagena?
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On Outty we rank every Cartagena experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cartagena Antigua & Barrio Getsemani group with audio system, Historic Center & Getsemaní Shared Tour in Cartagena, Cartagena VIP Boat Tour: Rosario Islands & Snorkel. 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 Cartagena?
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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 Cartagena?
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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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