Horseback riding near Puerto Natales: Connect before you ride

Groom your horse and ride through Patagonia's glacial valley

Half-day horseback riding near Puerto Natales in Patagonia with private transportation, a guided connection with your horse before the ride, and two hours in the saddle through Llanuras de Diana valley and an old Ñirre forest. The experience includes pickup at KAU Coffee House, grooming and saddling instruction, and return transport. Horses are suitable for all riding levels. Lunch at the barn's hotel restaurant is available at a 20% discount but not included.

The experience

The experience starts with pickup at KAU Coffee House in Puerto Natales, a 25-minute drive to the barn. Before you mount, you'll spend time with your assigned horse (grooming, brushing, and saddling), to build trust and establish the rhythm you'll need for the ride. A brief instruction follows, then you're in the saddle.

The ride itself covers about two hours through Llanuras de Diana, a glacial-formed valley surrounded by trees, and through an old Ñirre forest in the middle of a traditional kettle ranch. The horses are well-trained and friendly, suited to riders of all levels, whether you've ridden before or this is your first time. When you return to the barn, you'll offer your horse a treat before heading back.

After the ride, you can return directly to Puerto Natales or stay for lunch at the hotel next to the barn, where all guests receive a 20% discount on the menu. The return transfer is included in the booking.

What’s included

• Private pickup and return transport from KAU Coffee House in Puerto Natales.
• grooming, brushing and saddling instruction at the barn.
• guided connection time with your horse before riding.
• two hours of horseback riding through Llanuras de Diana valley and the Ñirre forest.
• brief riding instruction.
• a treat for your horse when you return.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (5 and older) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Horse Connection Patagonia

Is this one for you?The full experience runs about five hours from pickup to return, with two hours in the saddle and time spent on the ground connecting with your horse beforehand. Choose this if you want to build a relationship with the animal before riding, not just mount and go.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's involved in the connection time with the horse before riding?

You'll groom, brush, and saddle your horse at the barn, building familiarity and trust before the ride begins. A guide provides instruction on how to ride once you're ready to mount.

How long is the actual riding portion?

The ride lasts around two hours, moving through the glacial valley of Llanuras de Diana and an old Ñirre forest on the ranch property.

Are there any experience requirements to book this?

No, the horses are suitable for all riding levels, from complete beginners to advanced riders. The guide will adjust instruction to match your experience.

What happens after the ride ends?

You'll return to the barn, offer your horse a treat, and then choose to either head back to Puerto Natales or stay for lunch at the hotel restaurant next to the barn, where you'll receive a 20% discount.

Is lunch included in the price?

Lunch is not included, but the barn's hotel restaurant offers a varied menu with a 20% discount for all riders, and you're welcome to stay or return to town.