Horseback Riding Tour in Quepos with Transport & Lunch｜Costa Rica

This half-day horseback riding experience begins with convenient pickup from the Manuel Antonio and Quepos area in the morning. During the scenic drive to La Gallega, your guide will share insights about the history of Quepos, local communities, and the region’s palm plantations, including their cultivation and harvesting process.

Upon arrival at the ranch, you will receive a safety briefing and introduction covering what to bring, what to avoid, and what equipment is provided. A beginner-friendly riding lesson is included, explaining how to ride comfortably and safely through open fields, trails, and natural surroundings.

The horseback riding tour takes you across open pastures, through small streams, and along scenic countryside landscapes. Along the way, your guide will explain the history of the property, how the land was used in the past, and the ongoing conservation and reforestation efforts now taking place at the ranch.

The experience also includes a short guided walk through a reforested area, where you will learn about native plants, large trees such as the ceiba, and the ecological importance of the surrounding forest. Wildlife sightings may occur during the tour, but cannot be guaranteed.

After the ride, there is time to relax in the peaceful surroundings before enjoying a traditional lunch served at the ranch. This tour offers a balanced combination of horseback riding, nature, culture, and conservation, making it ideal for travelers seeking a complete half-day experience near Quepos.