Horseback Riding in Concon: Horse, Surf & Sandboarding

You ride horses through countryside and along the beach, then trade the saddle for a surfboard and a sandboard.

A seven to eight hour activity from Valparaiso combining horseback riding through Concon's coastal landscape, a surfing lesson at La Boca Surf Beach for all skill levels, sandboarding down nearby dunes, and a tasting of Chilean empanadas at a local shop. Hotel or port pickup is included, and the guide speaks English or Spanish. Minimum age is 17.

Step-by-step itinerary

Adventure in Valparaiso and Concon

• Hotel or port pick-up
• Visit Costa Cochoa Beach
• Horse riding in countryside and beach
• Surfing lesson at La Boca Surf Beach
• Sandboarding on desert dunes
• Stop at local empanada shop
• Relax in Reñaca coastal town
• Return to hotel

The experience

Seven to eight hours means you start early and move through four distinct activities without long gaps between them. The day opens with pickup from your Valparaiso hotel or the port, then transport to Costa Cochoa Beach where the horseback riding begins. You'll ride through the countryside and along the shoreline: the itinerary names it as peaceful and scenic, a way to move through the landscape without the noise of a vehicle. The horses are described as gentle, and the riding itself is paced for relaxation rather than speed.

After the ride, you head to La Boca Surf Beach for a surfing lesson with experienced instructors. The beach takes all skill levels, so whether you're paddling out for the first time or refining technique, the instruction adjusts to where you are. Sandboarding comes next: you'll slide down sand dunes on a board, the motion similar to snowboarding but on desert terrain instead of snow. The dunes are nearby, so the transition from water to sand happens without a long drive. A local empanada shop is your final stop before the return ride to your hotel. The pastries are savory, filled with meat or cheese, and meant to refuel you after the morning's exertion.

The route passes through Reñaca, a coastal town with a laid-back atmosphere, on the way back. Transport is included throughout, so you're not managing logistics between activities. The guide handles the timing and the stops. English and Spanish are both available, and the operator notes the activity suits all fitness levels, though the combination of riding, surfing and sandboarding does ask for a willingness to move between different physical demands across the day.

What’s included

• Horse riding.
• surfing equipment and lessons.
• sandboarding equipment.
• a picnic with cheese, ham, wine, juice and biscuits.
• a tasting of Chilean empanadas at a local shop.
• hotel or port pickup from Valparaiso.
• and a guide in English or Spanish.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (17 and older) · Under 17: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Jurassic Tour Logistics

Is this one for you?The day runs seven to eight hours with four different activities, so you're moving between riding, water, sand and stops without downtime. Choose this if you want variety and action rather than a single focused activity. Minimum age is 17.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What is the horseback riding like on this activity?

The riding is peaceful and scenic, moving through the countryside and along the beach at a relaxed pace on gentle horses. It's designed as a way to enjoy the landscape and bond with the animals rather than a high-speed or technical ride.

Do I need surfing experience to take the lesson at La Boca Surf Beach?

No. La Boca Surf Beach welcomes all skill levels, from beginners learning the basics to experienced surfers refining technique. The instructors adjust the lesson to where you are.

What happens during the sandboarding part?

Sandboarding is sliding down sand dunes on a board, similar to snowboarding but on desert terrain. The dunes are nearby the beach, so you move from water to sand without a long travel time between activities.

Is lunch included in this activity?

Lunch is not included. The activity does include a stop at a local empanada shop to taste Chilean pastries, which provides a snack and refuel point during the day.

What's included in the picnic mentioned in the itinerary?

The picnic includes cheese, ham, wine, juice and biscuits. This is separate from the empanada stop and provides sustenance during the day's activities.