Spend a morning on calm ranch horses through a historic henequén hacienda, then cool off with a panoramic drive and free time at Progreso’s Silcer Beach Club. This full-day from Mérida mixes easy riding, local history, and Gulf breezes.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
The morning smells of hay and damp earth pull you out of Mérida before the city heats up. A short drive east delivers you to Santa Beatriz, a working hacienda where the echoes of 19th-century henequén production sit alongside manicured ranch gardens. Guides saddle calm, sure-footed horses and lead a gentle loop through shaded paths, past sheep pens and ancestral stone walls.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic balance to sit confidently on a horse for short stretches is helpful.
Wildlife
History
Haciendas in Yucatán, fueled by henequén fiber in the late 19th century, shaped regional land ownership and labor practices; many ranches repurposed into cultural-tourism sites.
Conservation
Respect private ranch rules and coastal ecosystems by not feeding wildlife, minimizing single-use plastics, and staying on designated paths; the area balances tourism with small-scale agriculture.
Reserve your spot on the Horseback riding in Hacienda and time off in beach club today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes
The ranch trails are flat but can be sandy or dusty; closed-toe shoes protect your feet while mounting and dismounting.
Bring sun protection
Wide-brim hats and high-SPF sunscreen are important — shade is limited during portions of the ride and at the beach club.
Secure valuables for the beach break
Bring a small dry bag or leave valuables at the van; the beach club offers limited storage and time ashore is free but brief.
Hydrate before and during the tour
Bottled water is provided, but drink regularly—Yucatán heat can be deceptively draining during transfers and riding.
Sturdy closed-toe shoes
Protects feet while mounting, during the ranch loop, and walking around the sheep farm.
Wide-brim sun hat
Keeps sun off your face during the open sections of the ride and at the beach club.
summer
High-SPF sunscreen
Protects skin from strong coastal and tropical sun exposure throughout the day.
summer
Light layer or long-sleeve shirt
Lightweight coverage helps against sun and occasional breezes on the pier and during transit.
spring