Arenal Volcano Horseback Riding: A Journey Through Lush Forests and Private Cattle Farms

Embark on a thrilling horseback riding adventure through lush forests and private cattle farms near Arenal Volcano. Observe herds of sheep, horses, and cattle while enjoying stunning views of the volcano.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

During the ascent, there will be a stop at a picturesque lagoon where the horses can rest, and participants will have the opportunity to stretch and enjoy the surroundings. As the journey continues, a lookout point will offer stunning views of the Arenal Volcano. Be sure to have a camera ready, as this is a sight worth capturing!
The trail primarily…

What's Included
  • Safety helmet
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Private transportation
  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic beverages
Additional Information

The entire route traverses a private cattle farm on the slopes of the Volcano, passing through pristine creeks, lush primary forests, and pasture lands where you can observe herds of sheep, horses, and cattle.
The tour lasts approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, ascending from the lowest to the highest part of the property to a viewpoint very close to…

Location
Arenal Volcano
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Hannah_m
Feb 19, 2026
Must Do - had such a fun time!! would recommend to anyone visiting la fortuna. the guide was very experienced and had a great personality. the horses were so cuteee. never was a time I didn’t feel safe
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Bethany_m
Feb 14, 2026
Great tour company - This company is very easy to work with. They helped me out and I truly appreciate them and timely responses and ease to work with. Great tour company
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Kristina_p
Jan 9, 2026
Truly unforgettable! - Our horseback riding experience was absolutely wonderful! I went with my 11-year-old daughter, and we both had such a good time. The horses were beautiful, gentle, and well-behaved, and the landscapes were breathtaking. After the ride, we spent the whole day at the resort’s hot springs. The facilities are beautiful, very well maintained, and made for the perfect place to relax. A quick tip: bring your own towels, or you can rent them—payment is by cash near the locker rooms or by card at reception.
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Shane_k
Dec 29, 2025
This is the horseback experience to book! - This is the horseback experience to book - snag the 8 am slot so you can enjoy FREE access to Los Lagos Hot Springs all day, complete with water slides, wet bar and more. The horseback guides - Adrian especially - were helpful, kind and informative. This was a highlight of our trip!
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Jason_c
Oct 9, 2025
I totally enjoyed this - The was relaxing and fun. We paused a couple times to admire scenery as well as a bunch of monkeys. The guide was really nice and the horses were fun.
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Moe_m
Sep 7, 2025
You must do it! - It was a great satisfaction. We rode for an hour and a half in the wilderness. Instructor Adrian was funny, friendly and had a great time. I definitely recommend it because you can experience horseback riding that you cannot experience in Japan! There is a great chance of rain along the way, so you need to change your clothes, including your shoes.
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Renelle_m
Aug 24, 2025
Great experience! - Wonderful experience! The staff took great care of us and the horses were a pleasure. Highly recommended!
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Jose_s
Aug 12, 2025
This is by far the best... - This is by far the best Horseback Riding tour you can book in La Fortuna area. Will and Jackson were our tour guides and kept us all involved and spotted lots of different wildlife for us. What makes this experience different from the rest is that they actually take you on a horse trail up a hill to the base of the volcano. You cross several creeks and you get the feeling you are in the middle of the jungle. This was my wife’s first trail ride and she really enjoyed it! We saw 2 species of Toucans, spider monkeys, and an anteater!
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Andres_v
Dec 29, 2025
Too crowded, they should limit the group sizes. - There were about 30-40 people. Way too crowded. Originally booked one location and the day before they texted that they were doing the tour somewhere else (at the hotel, where all the other tourists except us were staying), probably to merge multiple groups and save money. There was a 9 year old crying half the tour until they begged to be taken off. There should be some age limit because it was really annoying when you want to just have peace and quiet. Also zero indication about where the pickup for the way back is. Had to ask multiple staff and bus drivers. The staff were telling me to kick my horse hard to get it to go. My partner is an experienced horse rider. Another tourist told her to not kick the horse. That was annoying. Would be 5 stars if they limited the group size, but it felt extremely crowded. Also a tour bus stopped at the volcano lookout at the same time as us, so we didn't really get to enjoy it since there were like 100 people there.
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Akvile_a
Feb 28, 2026
Worst experience in Costa Rica - This was the worst experience of my stay in Costa Rica. Due to cloudy weather, there was zero visibility of the volcano. Of course, weather is beyond anyone’s control - but it would have been professional and considerate to inform guests in advance and manage expectations. There was no acknowledgment at all that the volcano wouldn’t be visible. The guide (I believe his name was Domingo) was unkind and at times outright rude. He appeared completely uninterested throughout the tour. When we reached the so-called “viewpoint,” he didn’t even address the obvious lack of visibility. Most concerning was the safety aspect. I have riding experience, yet I still felt uncomfortable with how carelessly the group was handled. At one point, he pushed the horses into a gallop without considering whether all riders felt confident or safe. Overall, disappointing, poorly managed, and far from the experience advertised.
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From $99
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).