Private Advanced Horseback Beach Ride with Sandy Hoofs St. Lucia
4.7
54 Ratings
Rodney Bay
Experience a private advanced horseback beach ride in St. Lucia, with stunning views of the Atlantic coast, swimming with horses, and exhilarating canter/gallop along the beaches.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Sandy Hoofs St. Lucia - Please note that a weight limit of 220lbs/99kgs/15st applies. This is our Advanced rider trail, and it is expected that you can correctly and confidently control your horse at all gaits/paces without direct assistance from the guide. That you can ride balanced at all gaits/paces and can ride any horse and can sit a buck or bolt in English or western tack. On arrival there will be a quick questionnaire to ensure that you meet the requirements of an advanced rider. There will then be a brief orientation where we introduce you to your horse and check all equipment. Once we know that you are ready to head out, we’ll ride out along the trail to towards the coastline and the beach. Along parts of the trails there are lots of scenic spots great for a photograph. You will ride out to four different beaches along this ride and once the sea conditions permit you may take a swim with your horse. The coastal trails offer vast views for you to take in the scenery along the way. You can also enjoy a canter/gallop along the beaches. We do ride out rain or sun as this is an outdoor activity. If the weather is forecasted to be dangerous, we will contact you to reschedule.
What's Included
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- Use of helmet
Additional Information
Please note that a weight limit of 220lbs/99kgs/15st applies. *Specifically for advanced riders only (For riders that can correctly and confidently control your horse at all gaits/paces without assistance from the guide, can ride balanced at all gaits/paces and can ride any horse and can sit a buck or bolt in English or western tack).
Experience spectacular views of the Atlantic coast on a 3 hour scenic horseback ride in St. Lucia. With views of country hillsides and happy grazing cows you’re also sure to spot a local fishermen making his daily catch. You will see views of Epouge bay and colourful camping cottages dotted along the peninsula before you ride down to beach where you will see the tiny Lapis island nestled in the bay. Here you can swim with your horse in the refreshing Atlantic waters and enjoy a canter/gallop along the beaches.
- All passenger weights MUST be advised at time of booking. Weight limit of 220lbs / 99kgs / 15st applies.
- Advanced riders only
- Sometimes seaweed and sea conditions may prevent a swim with the horses.
- We do ride out rain or sun as this is an outdoor activity. If the weather is forecasted to be dangerous, we will contact you to reschedule.
Location
339C+V9 Rodney Bay
We are located in Beausejour, Gros Islet, in the North East. The road to our stables is located opposite the East Gate of the Darren Sammy Cricket Stadium. Look out for the sign "Beach Drive" on the corner. Once you are on Beach Drive take the first right and come straight up the short hill.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(54 Ratings)
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Sophiebh5259qb
Mar 17, 2024
An exciting and unforgettable experience! - I have been riding all my life, but this was definitely a new, and unforgettable experience! I was lucky enough to ride a very sweet racehorse named Atalanta with my knowledgeable guide Akkim. He knew all about the area and the horses, and I felt very comfortable and safe for the entire ride. We had a couple of lovely gallops on the beach, and a refreshing swim halfway through. Between the horses and the dogs, it is clear they take such good care of their animals, and allow them to have the freedom of island life while staying safe. I would go back in a heartbeat, and cannot recommend this stable enough.
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Sarah
Mar 16, 2024
Best beach ride EVER - Akeem was an amazing guide who helped us have a wonderful experience. We loved his demeanor, caring personality and especially his strength to climb a tree to get us fresh coconut water for dehydration.
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Garryrobson
Mar 13, 2024
Loved it so much we went back again 👌 - If you love to ride and are ever in St Lucia, I can’t recommend these guys enough @sandyhoofsslu They love their horses and, as a result, the horses love what they do.
We’ve been out twice in the last three weeks - amazing!
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Jvc1973
Mar 2, 2024
Great ride with proper horses!! - Thank you so much to Sandy Hoofs for a fabulous day. Our guide Arkim was great, he was attentive to our horse riding experience and gave us a great ride. The horses were ‘horses’ and loved being ridden (ie no typical horse riding trek where they follow the leader like donkeys). We rode Atalanta, Teflon and Lucky, Tip for future riders - do not fib about your experience level!!
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Angusgd1
Feb 21, 2024
Wonderful experience - Memorable and fun, utterly stunning scenery and excellent service from the chauffeur to the owners (who are lovely guys) to the guides who are attentive and relaxed.
As horse people ourselves it was so good to see the horses treated so well with plenty of food, water and shade for them. They aren’t worked too hard either and this comes through in the riding - a bit steep and rocky in places but nothing our 9 year old (who has barely ridden a horse before in his life) couldn’t easily handle. I would recommend plenty of sun cream, perhaps some longer (light) trousers and maybe a small rucksack with anything else you need.
While no horse on the planet is actually bomb proof these are extremely well behaved, cared-for and sweet ponies operating within a lovely wee herd. They looked very happy. The saddle is western style which is much more comfortable than English and stops any slipping around.
Highly recommend this activity for both never-ridden-before (though you might want to try something local at home before you go) to experts. The countryside in the north is breathtaking.
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Kathleen3009
Feb 18, 2024
Great time and the perfect way to experience Saint Lucia - Had an amazing time going for a good few canters and a swim in the sea. I went with Tevin, who did a great job showing me all the sights and even got me a coconut while letting the horses rest on the beach.
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Nena_e
Feb 11, 2024
Living my best life!! - The whole experience was absolutely amazing! The view was breathtaking, the Customer Service was awesome. I felt right at home and I’m so grateful I will definitely do it again. Not to mention it was my first time riding a force, and he was so welcoming and wanted to lead the way the whole time!
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Laurencf7846ql
Feb 4, 2024
quality horses and ride - horses are very well cared for and the views are amazing. got to gallop along four different beaches and wade into the ocean. i rose twice during my trip because i enjoyed it so much.
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Rew3
Jan 10, 2024
The beach scenery is stunningly beautiful. - My daughters and I took the Advanced ride. All of us have a lot of riding experience.
The beach scenery on the ride is even prettier than the Trip Advisor pictures indicate. It's surprising that a 5 star resort hasn't developed this beautiful area. Maybe that's because I'm told it gets rough on the Atlantic side of St. Lucia. Perhaps, but it was very calm on January 5, 2024.
Shady Hoofs lets you take risks. All of our group's horses were bred as race horses. If you want to race down the beach on a Thoroughbred, Shady Hoofs lets you.
The Shady Hoofs' downside is it's challenging to get to the stables, they are very basic, the horse ride to the beach area is partly through an impoverished and trashy area, and the staff is young island boys who are skilled but mostly there to guide you - not to help or protect you. Further, it is my opinion that the Advanced ride truly requires advanced riders. My horse (Lucky) could be stubborn and a challenge to handle. Also, he was extremely fast and took off on me a couple of times. I handled him but if falling off a horse scares you, consider Shady Hoofs' other ride options.
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D5268btannes
Jan 6, 2024
Great ride for experienced riders! - I love going on rides when I travel. I am an FEI dressage rider and experienced trail rider, own two horses and my own stable. I had a wonderful 3 hour advanced ride with Alpha, riding a little ex-race horse. The ride was delightful, lots of galloping on the beaches and Alpha was a delightful guide. The horses are very well cared for, which is not always the case at tourist stables. I would absolutely return and hope to next year!
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