Follow hoofprints along Uvero Alto’s shoreline on a guided two-hour horseback ride that reaches the Maimón River mouth. Practical for families and first-time riders, the trip pairs a brief gallop with coastal forest tracks and included round-trip transport from Punta Cana.
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Salt wind pushes across Uvero Alto and the horses pick their rhythm along a broad strip of sand—hoofbeats syncopating with the tide as guides keep a steady hand on the reins. Shoreline palms lean and the Atlantic dares you to look past the horizon; inland, the coast folds into scrub woodland and finally the braided mouth of the Maimón River.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate — able to sit on a horse for two hours and follow guide instructions; not suitable for those with major mobility or back issues.
Wildlife
History
The Uvero Alto coast reflects Taino fishing heritage and later colonial-era ranching and sugarcane, shaping local rural culture and equestrian traditions.
Conservation
Stay on designated routes, avoid feeding wildlife, use reef-safe sunscreen, and support local guides to minimize impacts on coastal and estuarine habitats.
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Bring long pants and closed shoes
Chaps or long trousers reduce chafing and closed-toe shoes protect feet in stirrups and sandy trails.
Time your visit outside hurricane season
June–November has higher rainfall and occasional storms; book December–April for drier, calmer conditions.
Hydrate and protect from the sun
Even a short 2-hour ride under tropical sun can dehydrate you—apply reef-safe sunscreen and sip water.
Follow the guide’s instructions for the gallop
A supervised 5-minute gallop is part of the route—keep heels down, hold reins lightly and listen for the go/no-go cues.
Closed-toe riding shoes or sneakers
Protects toes and provides grip in stirrups on sandy and slightly uneven terrain.
Long trousers
Reduces saddle friction and protects legs from brush on forest sections.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Tropical sun is strong—apply before the ride and reapply afterward.
summer
Insect repellent
Useful near the Maimón estuary and shaded tracks where mosquitos collect.
summer