Horse Back Riding Near Me in Jacó, Costa Rica

Why Choose a Ride Close to Where You're Staying?

When you are on holiday, time spent in a car is time not spent enjoying the coast. Because our ranch is in Jacó itself, most guests in the area can arrive within minutes rather than hours. That makes it realistic to ride in the morning and still have the afternoon for the beach, or to finish a day of surfing with the sunset ride.

Staying local also means you can contact us directly on WhatsApp, ask a question about today or tomorrow, and get an answer from the people who run the rides — not a call center.

What to Expect When You Arrive

Plan to arrive a little before your scheduled time so there is no rush. At Finca Samudio your guide greets the group, confirms your booking and asks about your riding background. After you are matched with a horse and mounted, the guide leads you out on the route for your tour.

On the one-hour Jungle ride you follow rainforest trails along a river that flows toward the Pacific. On the two-hour Sunset ride you head to Jacó Beach for golden-hour light and the sun dropping into the ocean. The seasonal Waterfall ride travels through the jungle toward a natural waterfall when conditions are suitable. In every case a guide stays with the group from start to finish.

Horse Back Riding Locations Near Jacó, Costa Rica

Our address is Finca Samudio, 800 m from Colegio CTP (third entrance), Jacó, Puntarenas 61101. Here is how it relates to the places visitors usually stay:

• Jacó town and Jacó Beach: the shortest trip — a few minutes by car or taxi from most hotels.
• Playa Herradura and the Los Sueños area: just north of Jacó along the coastal highway.
• Playa Hermosa: just south of Jacó, popular with surfers.
• Other Central Pacific towns: guests staying farther away, such as near Tárcoles or along the road to Quepos, often combine the ride with a day out in Jacó.

For the exact route from your hotel, use the Google Maps directions on our contact page.

Horse Back Riding Tours, Prices, and Reservations

Choosing by time available is often easiest. If you only have a morning or a free hour, the Jungle ride is the shortest. If your evening is open, the Sunset ride is the classic choice. Ask us about the Waterfall ride if you are visiting during a season when it is running.

Prices are per person in USD. The Waterfall tour is seasonal and depends on weather. Secure checkout via WeTravel opens in a new tab.

Tips for Booking a Ride Nearby

Book ahead when you can, especially for sunset rides and during the busy dry season from roughly December to April. If your plans are last-minute, message us on WhatsApp with your preferred time and group size and we will tell you what is possible. Check how you will get to the ranch before the day — a taxi or your rental car both work well — and allow a little extra time for traffic in Jacó at busy hours. Bring closed-toe shoes, sunscreen and water, and dress for riding rather than for the beach.

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