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Ride through tropical foothills of the Sierra Madre to Las Palmas Waterfall, ending at a rustic lodge for authentic Mexican lunch and tequila. This mellow, guided horseback trip includes transport, equipment, and refreshments.
Ride through tropical foothills of the Sierra Madre to Las Palmas Waterfall, ending at a rustic lodge for authentic Mexican lunch and tequila. This mellow, guided horseback trip includes transport, equipment, and refreshments.
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Operated by Nakawe Adventures · Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
The saddle rocks as the guide urges the horses forward and the jungle closes in — palms brush your forearms, the Cuale River glints below, and the path threads upward toward a distant roar. For roughly four hours on horse and saddle you move from a rustic neighborhood outside Puerto Vallarta into the green ribs of the Sierra Madre, arriving at Las Palmas Waterfall where water throws itself over rock and a simple lodge serves lunch and local tequila.
moderate.
6 hours.
Moderately fit — able to sit in the saddle for several hours, walk short uneven sections, and mount/dismount unaided.
Yes — private transportation to and from Puerto Vallarta is included in the tour price.
Yes — an authentic Mexican lunch and alcoholic beverages (including tequila samples) are included at the lodge.
Not recommended for pregnant travelers, people with spinal injuries, or those with serious heart conditions; a moderate fitness level is required.
Shared tours can host up to about 20 riders; the tour requires a minimum of two people to run.
Trails into the Sierra Madre around Puerto Vallarta follow old rural routes used by local ranching communities; many lodges along the way preserve simple, traditional hospitality.
Stay on designated trails to limit erosion and avoid disturbing riparian vegetation near the waterfall; many local operators support low-impact practices and water-conservation measures.
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