10 Horseback Riding Tours in Ecuador That You Shouldn't Miss

November 12, 2021 Russell Mellin

Coordinates: 2°00′S 77°30′W / 2.000°S 77.500°W / -2.000; -77.500
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1. Green Horse Ranch

Casilla 17-12-602, Quito 170150 Ecuador +593 2-380-6338 [email protected] http://www.greenhorseranch.ec
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5.0 based on 123 reviews

Green Horse Ranch

Reviewed By PetraS669 - Pensacola, United States

My wife and I have enjoyed riding holidays in England, Hungary, Mexico, and the western US, and our experience at the Green Horse Ranch ranks among our very best and most memorable. We joined Astrid and Albrecht in January of 2020 for their eight-day Secrets of the Andes Tour and our great expectations were met or even surpassed. First, I think that riding horses in the beautiful Pululahua Crater might almost constitute a unique experience. The volcano is gorgeous, a special, even magical terrain whose unusualness Astrid tries to capture by references to Tolkien’s Middle Earth. The only geography to which I can compare it would be that of Hawaii, also a volcanic formation, and also among the most beautiful places on earth. Second, Astrid and Albrecht are friendly, generous, and thoughtful hosts who anticipate your needs and do everything they can to make you feel comfortable and at home. They meticulously planned our eight days at the ranch so that we were busy and fulfilled the entire time. We rode for over two hours on the evening we arrived—a night ride that we thoroughly enjoyed—and after that we rode for four to six hours every day. We always went to sleep tired and satisfied with a full day’s riding. Green Horse Ranch is a thoroughly professional organization. Third, the horses are excellent. According to Astrid, she has bred about half of her herd at the ranch, and she has trained them all in an exemplary fashion. During our tour my wife and I each got to ride three different horses, and we found each of them a delight to ride. They are utterly dependable, responsive, and forward moving. Finally, the riding was like nothing we’ve ever done. There were, to be sure, long stretches on dirt roads that you share with the occasional vehicle and pedestrian. But much of the riding takes place on steep, narrow, rocky, overgrown jungle trails that either ascend the walls of the volcano or descend into the crater. On most of the rides Astrid takes a machete and uses it frequently My wife and I have galloped hell for leather across the Hungarian puszta, and forded swollen rivers in the American West (well, at least once), but rarely have we done anything as demanding and challenging as negotiating the mountain trails of Pululahua. This is genuinely exciting and unusual riding. If you like to ride well-trained horses over a beautiful and testing terrain you will have a blast at the Green Horse Ranch. We cannot recommend it more highly.

2. Ride Andes

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5.0 based on 66 reviews

Ride Andes

Specialist, since 1996. European owned-operated. One or more days horse riding tours in the Andean Highlands -we have the BEST quality, well cared for horses. Horse riding on between Haciendas in the stunning scenery of Cotopaxi National Park, Antisana foothills & Otavalo area (can include Otavalo market visit). Full range of route & accommodation options for our private horse riding tours. We cater to all levels of riding ability (different itinerary options): advanced riders, families, children & mixed groups of riders and 'non' riders. Instruction given if desired. Helmets, half chaps, ponchos, saddlebags provided. Very safety conscious. Volunteer options also available. -Sally Please note: in light of the current situation we have taken extra safety measures and initiated a special sanitary protocol. Additionally, we have made adjustments to cancellation policies. Please contact us for details.

3. Centro Ecuestre Bellavista

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5.0 based on 306 reviews

Centro Ecuestre Bellavista

Centro Ecuestre Bellavista is located 8 kilometers outside of Cuenca. We offer the best Horseback Riding for children and adults on trails in the Ecuadorian Andes. Horses and trails are selected to match your riding skills. Experience the natural beauty of the Andes; the unique wildlife and vegetation.Participate in outdoor activities.

4. Midland Travel

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5.0 based on 78 reviews

Midland Travel

With 10 years of experience in tourism in Ecuador we know that you, the client, is always right. That’s why we believe in personal service and attention. Join us for one of our one day tours or ask us about other options. We’ll happily arrange a package that suits your needs and wishes.

5. Expediciones Apullacta

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5.0 based on 76 reviews

Expediciones Apullacta

We feature the best hotel arrangements in all of Ecuador, as well as tourism services in the Amazon Rainforest, Ecuadorian coast, and Galapagos Islands. We offer a variety of both single and multi-day trips and visits. We provide assistance at both national and international airports (in various languages): check-in, boarding passes and luggage checks. In cases in which luggage does not arrive on time, we take charge of the logistics (with the consent of the passenger) so that their luggage gets to their hotel or to the next stop on their journey. We book and purchase national and international flights. We offer tourist transport services (buses, vans and cars). We offer 2 types of tours: Group tours, for those who travel alone and/or prefer to be part of a group while visiting their destination(s) of interest, with an established itinerary and specified days for travel. Private tours, ideal for those who desire an exclusive experience. We design the tours according to the needs and interests of each client, after a meticulous analysis of their requirements that ensures their ultimate satisfaction.

6. Hacienda La Alegria

Quito 171110 Ecuador +593 99 992 0820 [email protected] http://haciendalaalegria.com/web/ride-2016/
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5.0 based on 46 reviews

Hacienda La Alegria

Built in 1911, historic Hacienda and 135-hectare Alegria Farm are in the verdant heart of the Avenida de los Volcanoes. These beautiful pasturelands are home to more than 200 cows and calves, 65 horses and foals, dozens of llamas and alpacas, and more. It's the perfect place to learn about hacienda life, which includes milking cows, riding horses, animal care, and taking care. Visit us from a few hours a day to several days.

7. Cabalgatas Canoa

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5.0 based on 36 reviews

Cabalgatas Canoa

Quality horse riding tours on the longest beach in Ecuador or in the stunning tropical forests that surround the area where, with luck, it is possible to spot monkey and a wide range of wildlife. Our horses are well bred, happy and calm and you can have the experience of a lifetime galloping along the sand.

8. Travelers Expeditions

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5.0 based on 10 reviews

Travelers Expeditions

We love our country (Ecuador) and our goal in every tour is to make people falling in love of each place we visit and to help them have the most wonderful experience!

9. Aningatravel

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5.0 based on 137 reviews

Aningatravel

Aningatravel is travel agency which offers activities, like rafting, canyoning, biking, horseback riding and much more. Furthermore we offer different trips to the jungle and to the mountains in the highlands of Ecuador. We have many years of experience and can create a individual trips or packages of activities, if you wish. Also we provide all informations you need for the region of Banos, but also about whole Ecuador. We are a english-, spanish- and german speaking Team. Just come around and visit us in our agency, so that we can plan your stay in Banos.

10. Senderos Naturales

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5.0 based on 44 reviews

Senderos Naturales

Senderos Naturales is a family-owned travel agency that offers extraordinary experiences to the most exotic destinations in Latin America and the world. We are your strategic partner for carefully planning your trip to achieve fantastic tailor-made itineraries. Our emphasis is nature observation, either through cross-country treks through the Andes and Patagonia, diving in the Galapagos Islands and New Guinea, or simply visiting magical places like Machu Picchu, the Uyuni salt flat, the Tepues in Venezuela or the tropical rainforests of Indonesia, Central America and the Amazon. Enjoy exotic islands such as Zanzibar, Robinson Crusoe and the mythical Easter Island or just venture to the end of the world: Cape Horn and Antarctica. Our operations is characterized by being exclusive to you, always focusing on the adventure, knowledge of the culture and gastronomy. We have been awarded as Luxury Boutique Travel Agency of the year by the Luxury Travel Awards due to our high quality service

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