Horseback Riding in the Andes Mountains: 2-hour ride with lunch

Two hours on horseback through mountain viewpoints, then a barbecue at the base

Ecological horseback riding in the Andes Mountains near Bogotá, led by a certified guide with helmet and lunch included. You ride for approximately two hours through landscapes including the Salitre viewpoint and the San Rafael reservoir, then return to a restaurant for a barbecue meal. The full outing takes about five hours from pickup at Avenida Chile shopping center to drop-off.

The Experience

The day starts at Avenida Chile shopping center, where you meet the group and travel by air-conditioned vehicle to La Calera in the Andes Mountains. Once there, you stop at a restaurant to activate your insurance and collect a certified helmet if needed, then walk five minutes to the horses. The ride itself lasts approximately two hours, moving through mountain terrain where you'll see Alto de la Cruz and the San Rafael reservoir viewpoint.

You ride with a guide certified in ecological horseback riding and trained in safety protocols. A helmet is mandatory for children 12 and older, and the guide speaks English or Spanish depending on your group. The pace is set for mixed experience levels — the operator states the activity suits all physical fitness levels, though it's not recommended for people with spinal injuries, recent surgeries within three months, or certain cardiovascular conditions. Medical assistance is available during the ride.

After the horseback portion, you return to the restaurant for a barbecue lunch and refreshments. The vehicle then takes you back to Avenida Chile shopping center, completing the five-hour outing. Public transportation options are available nearby if you prefer not to use the group vehicle.

What’s included

• A certified guide specialized in ecological horseback riding.
• a mandatory certified helmet for children 12 and older.
• air-conditioned vehicle transport from Avenida Chile shopping center to La Calera and back.
• a barbecue lunch and refreshments at the restaurant.
• a medical assistance card valid during the activity.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Cabalgatas Montana Ecological Tourism

Is this one for you?Small groups work well here since the ride moves at a pace suited to mixed experience levels. If you've never ridden before or want a half-day mountain outing that includes a meal, the two-hour ride plus lunch and transport fits a morning or afternoon block without dominating your entire day.

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Top questions

How long is the actual horseback riding part of this activity?

The horseback riding lasts approximately two hours. The full outing from pickup to drop-off takes about five hours, which includes travel time to and from the mountains, insurance check-in, and a barbecue lunch at the restaurant.

What viewpoints or landscapes will I see while riding?

You'll ride through mountain terrain where you can see Alto de la Cruz and the San Rafael reservoir viewpoint. The Salitre viewpoint is also part of the route through the Andes Mountains near La Calera.

Is this activity suitable if I've never ridden a horse before?

The operator states the activity suits all physical fitness levels, so beginners are welcome. A certified guide leads the ride and a helmet is provided. However, it's not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, recent surgeries within the last three months, or certain cardiovascular conditions.

What's included in the price, and do I need to bring anything?

The price includes a specialized guide, certified helmet, lunch (barbecue at the restaurant), air-conditioned vehicle transport from Avenida Chile shopping center, refreshments, and a medical assistance card during the activity. Bring comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes suitable for riding.

Where do I meet the group, and how do we get to the mountains?

You meet at Avenida Chile shopping center in Bogotá. From there, an air-conditioned vehicle transports the group to La Calera in the Andes Mountains. Public transportation options are available nearby if you prefer an alternative to the group vehicle.

What languages does the guide speak?

The guide is available in English or Spanish, depending on your group's preference.