Saddle up for a relaxed 90-minute ride through tropical plantations, shallow streams and small villages just outside Puerto Plata. This guided tour pairs gentle terrain with local culture — including a ranch lunch and bilingual guides — making it ideal for first-timers and experienced riders alike.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You climb onto a calm, sure-footed horse as the ranch spread opens — fields sloping toward green mountains, a narrow stream daring you to follow its curve, and village rooftops punctuating the horizon. The first steps send up the scent of cut grass and tropical fruit; the guide calls out a path where the trail squeezes between banana palms and small cacao plots.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Light fitness required — able to sit in a saddle for 90 minutes and walk short uneven trails
Wildlife
History
The Puerto Plata hinterlands were shaped by colonial-era plantations; over generations many estates became smallholder farms that still mark the landscape and local livelihoods.
Conservation
Stick to the marked trails, avoid feeding livestock or wildlife, and support local guides — small tourism dollars help sustain pastureland management and community livelihoods.
Reserve your spot on the Horseback Riding in the Dominican Countryside from Puerto Plata today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes
Protect your legs from saddle rub and your feet from rough trail sections; sturdy trainers or light boots work best.
Hydrate and go early
Mornings are cooler and insect activity is lower; bring water even though bottled water is provided.
Tell guides about medical issues
If you have back, heart, or pregnancy concerns, inform staff — the tour is not recommended for these conditions.
Bring sunscreen and insect repellent
Sun is strong and shaded sections can harbor mosquitoes; apply both before mounting and reapply after lunch.
Closed-toe shoes
Protects feet and provides grip in the stirrups on varied terrain.
Long pants
Prevents chafing from the saddle and offers additional insect protection.
Sunscreen and hat
Necessary under the Caribbean sun, especially during midday travel and beachside stretches.
summer
Light rain jacket
Useful during brief tropical showers common in the wet season (May–November).
fall