Best Waterfall Horse Rides — Our Top 12

1.West Maui Mountain Waterfall and Ocean Tour via Horseback

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 845 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $187Our pick

Ride for about two hours through West Maui with guides such as Kai, Cierra, Richard, or Cole. Expect mountain slopes, distant seasonal waterfalls, ocean overlooks, optional trotting or cantering, and a farm visit with pigs, sheep, rabbits, and mini horses. The route is scenic, dusty, and not on a sandy beach.

“Really well organised and very professional, checked suitably and skill level to assign horses , the trial ride was so relaxing , had even a chance to canter the horses for those who wished , great ride”

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2.Triple Action pack Combo (Blue Hole, Horse back riding and river tubing)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 669 reviews · from $141

Spend about five hours in Trelawny and Ocho Rios with horseback riding through forest and seawater, Blue Hole jumps and rope swings, and a relaxing White River float. Driver-guides such as Sean, Courtney, Adrian, and Tyrone provide transfers and local commentary.

“Really fun day! Horse riding on the beach was great! Awesome pics and guides were so helpful and took so many pics for us! Blue hole was really awesome! But it is not for the feint of heart or those not in shape. Really unstable climbs in the waterfalls with multiple jumps!!! (We loved every second of it but some were too scared or not able to do it). River tubing was very relaxing but colddddd! Overall really good excursion!!”

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3.Reykjavik: Lava Cave, Hot Springs, Horses & Waterfalls Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 130 reviews · 10 hours · from $222

Spend 10 hours exploring West Iceland with an English-speaking guide, visiting Viðgelmir Lava Cave, Hraunfossar, Barnafoss, Glanni, Deildartunguhver, Reykholt, and Sturlureykir Horse Farm. Expect a small group of up to 19, cave admission, horse-farm entry, hotel pickup, and cold conditions underground.

“West iceland is definitely worth seeing. We fitted in everything possible and a bonus visit to some excellent craters. We were given sufficient stops to eat , use restrooms and stock up. I forgot phone charger. But guide lent me a spare set of leads.”

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4.Arenal Horseback Riding to La Fortuna Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 127 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $94

Ride about 3 kilometers through reforested land and farms, then leave the horses for a steep hike to La Fortuna Waterfall. Guides such as Otto, Kevin, Danny, Pablo, Carlos, Paz, and Crystal have earned praise for their patience and humor. Swimwear, long pants, and solid fitness are essential.

“It was the best experience I’ve had so far in Costa Rica! Kevin was amazing and the horses are so gentle. The waterfall was awesome!”

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5.Horseback Riding and Swimming then Dunn’s River Falls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 107 reviews · from $85

Ride a guided horse into the sea, take beach photos, then climb or relax at Dunn’s River Falls. Hotel and Airbnb pickup, air-conditioned transport, and admission are included. Guides such as Jason, Jay, Jerome, Omar, and Nardo have helped first-time riders feel safe, while the falls require solid fitness.

“This experience was everything plus more. We enjoyed every second of this excursion. Tour guide wearing the #33 shirt is the best.”

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6.3-in-1 Monteverde Cloud Forest Waterfalls, Wild Trekking and Horseback Riding

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 56 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $116

Start high in the Monteverde hills and hike about 5 kilometers downhill past four waterfalls, river crossings, and hanging bridges. Swim if weather permits, then ride horseback for roughly 35 minutes uphill before lunch. Hotel transport is included from Monteverde and Santa Elena.

“This is the BEST Monteverde hike! It is breathtakingly beautiful and just when you think it can’t get any better, you move to an even more fantastic location! There were stunning waterfalls, rope and wood suspension bridges that seemed right out of a scene from Jumanji. We swam in a pool of crystal clear fresh water and sunbathed on the rocks while gazing up at the towering trees of the rainforest. Spectacular! We finished the hike with a horseback ride back up out of the valley and walked into an awesome restaurant with a wall of windows overlooking the rolling hills from Lake Arenal to the Arenal Volcano! Brilliant!”

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7.Samana, Bacardi Island Horse Limon Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · from $165

Spend 10 to 11 hours crossing from Punta Cana to Samana for seasonal humpback whale watching, Cayo Levantado Beach, a horse or donkey ride to El Limon Waterfall, lunch, and a safari truck tour. Pickup, breakfast, lunch, and return transport are included.

“Everything was good but the so called “Breakfast “ I peace of bread with a half shaved slice of cheese and a half shaved peace of ham and aged watermelon. To top it off the lady serving it looks like someone stepped on her toes. Plus and arRead more”

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8.Private 3-Hour Horseback Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $230

Meet your English-speaking guide at Hestasport in Varmahlíð for a private three-hour ride through rural Iceland. Expect river crossings, waterfall views, and the special Icelandic tölt. The pace suits riders with experience, but guides can adjust the route for beginners.

“This was a great time! We had two guides for the five of us, who had to re-route us last minute as I hadn’t realized when booking that the 3hr ride was for intermediate and up riders, and there were several family members who had never ridden. We still got to see the waterfall, tolt, and enjoy beautiful scenery. Icelandic horses are go-goes, unlike American tourist rides where the horses all plod in a line whether you want them to or not, so lots of fun!”

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9.Punta Cana: Bávaro Adventure Park Horse Riding & Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 11 reviews

Ride horses along quiet routes at Bávaro Adventure Park, then cool off in the Waterfall Pool and sit down to a Dominican lunch. Multilingual guides speak Spanish, English, and French. Hotel pickup is included, but bring swimwear and closed-toe shoes.

“En soit le cadre est génial, uniquement le temps d’attente avant de partir à l’équitation qui a été de presque 1h (trop long). J’aurai souhaité faire plus de cheval sur différents sentiers. Ensuite la où nous avons été surpris est le prix à l’intérieur du parc (16€ pour avoir une photo du photographe, 6€ un petit magnum.. ) mais le personnel top !”

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10.Blue Hole, River Tubing, and Horse Ride with Swim Ocho Rios

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $150

Spend about five hours from Ocho Rios combining the Blue Hole, river tubing, bamboo rafting, and a coastal horseback ride with an ocean swim. Tracy, Brittany, Riri, and Frank are among the guides associated with this experience. Pickup, water, rum punch, transport, and entry fees are included.

“Tracy was excellent! I would definitely book with her again for any excursions, food, and shopping. Anything else you need , you can definitely ask her.”

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11.El Limón waterfalls Tour (horse riding & swimming) with lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 10 reviews · from $63

Meet at Parada la Manzana near El Limón and follow a guide by horse or on foot through forest, cacao, coffee, and coconut plantations to El Limón Falls. You can swim at the base, enjoy lunch in the community, and return to the meeting point. No hotel transfer is included.

“Our tour guides were fantastic. The took some amazing photos of us and were very friendly. I had a great time, the waterfall was stunning. The hike is very steep but was worth it!”

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12.Samaná: El Limón Waterfall Horseback Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 8 reviews · 4 hours · from $60Best value

Ride with local guides through Samaná countryside to El Limón Waterfall, then walk stairs to its natural pool. Isabel and her husband host lunch and cacao, coffee, and Mamajuana tastings, while guides such as Daniel help with horses and photos.

“Ogólnie wycieczka była fajna, przejazd koniami pod wodospady był ciekawym przeżyciem. Natomiast był to bardzo trudny i niedostosowany do koni teren, także było jasno widać że konie się tym strasznie męczą. Ponadto mówiono nam od początku wycieczki, że przewodnicy są wolontariuszami i że agencja im nic nie płaci. Na końcu próbowali z nas wyciągnąć kolejną kasę mówiąc, że ludzie dają średnio po 40 dolarów od osoby. Biorąc pod uwagę, że zapłaciliśmy już za wycieczkę i nigdzie nie było podane o dodatkowych kosztów, poczuliśmy mocny niesmak. Podsumowując była to ciekawa jazda konna, miły spędzony czas przy wodospadzie, miła obsługa i dobre jedzenie. Natomiast ze względu na męczenie koni i dodatko...”

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