Horseback Riding Medellin 6.5 Miles Mountain Countryside

Two hours in the saddle across mountain terrain, matched to your riding level

Horseback riding in Medellin is a 4-hour activity that takes you 6.5 miles through rural mountain countryside with hotel pickup, two guides, and horse selection matched to your experience. The ride itself runs about two hours depending on pace, and you choose between calm horses for beginners or more energetic mounts for experienced riders. Insurance and transport from El Poblado are included.

Options for this experience

4 options

From US$ 122 per person, depending on the option and date you choose.See dates & book

Private Horseback Riding Tour in Medellín: Scenic Views and Horses 16 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 14:30 Guide in English or Spanish Up to 15 per booking Fully private tour: only your group and the guides, so you can set a pace that feels comfortable. Length: 4 hours from pickup to drop-off. Private air-conditioned vehicle that collects you from and returns you to your accommodation in El Poblado or Laureles. Pickup is included.

Horse Riding and Guatapé Rock 9 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 11:00 Guide in English or Spanish Up to 15 per booking Fully private tour: we cover the same 7 miles of horseback riding, then continue on to Guatapé Rock and the colorful town. Private tour. Length: 10 hours; from pickup to drop-off it takes roughly 9.5 to 10 hours, with around 2 hours on horseback. Private vehicle. Rock entrance fees are not included. Pickup is included.

Horse Ride and Coffee Tour 9 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 11:00 Guide in English or Spanish Up to 15 per booking Fully private coffee tour: we offer the same horseback ride (7 miles) along with an authentic coffee tour hosted by friendly locals, set against stunning views. Private tour: both the horseback riding and the coffee tour are private. Length: 8 hours, including around 2 hours on horseback and 4 hours at the coffee farm for lunch and learning about coffee. Lunch is included at the farm, a delicious traditional meal prepared by the farmers. Private vehicle. Pickup is included.

Horse Riding and ATVs 10 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 11:30 Guide in English or Spanish Up to 12 per booking Additional excellent ATV tour: we run the same highly rated horseback ride, followed by a 2-hour ATV tour in a different area, so the scenery changes. Private tour: both the horses and the ATVs are private, with just you and the guides. Length: 6 hours, or 6.5 hours from pickup to drop-off, comprising 2 hours on horseback, 2 hours on ATVs and 30 minutes for lunch. Delicious traditional lunch at a rural restaurant in the mountains, served midway through the ATV ride. Private vehicle. Pickup is included.

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What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from El Poblado.
• two professional guides (one leading, one following).
• horse selection matched to your riding experience.
• 6.5-mile ride through mountain countryside.
• insurance coverage.
• round-trip private vehicle transport.

Times

• Every day except Saturday 07:00 07:30 08:00 08:30 09:00 09:30 10:00 10:30 11:00 11:30 12:00 12:30 13:00 13:30 14:00 14:30
• Saturday 07:00 07:30 08:00 08:30 09:00 09:30 10:00 10:30 11:00 11:30

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Before you book

Group Private 4 group tours ›

Live guide English and Spanish

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup included.

Book up to 2h before

Ages Adult (6 to 70 years) · Infant (under 6)

Cancellation and refunds Free 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.

Good to know

Low physical effort Not recommended during pregnancy Not recommended with heart problems Not recommended with back problems Infants must sit on laps

Operated by MedellinDayTrips

Prices and times updated 16 days ago

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The experience

The activity starts with pickup at your hotel in El Poblado, then a 45-minute drive into a rural area where the landscape shifts to country houses, cattle, and mountains. Once you arrive at the riding area, the guides match you with a horse suited to your skill level: calm, docile mounts for beginners, or more energetic horses if you want to gallop and canter. Two guides lead the ride: one in front to set the pace and direction, the other behind to keep the group together and ensure your horse stays with the others.

The actual riding covers 6.5 miles and typically takes around two hours, though the pace depends on how you and the group ride. The terrain is mountain countryside, and the guides adjust the route and speed to match your experience and what you want from the day. The whole outing, from pickup through drop-off, takes four hours, so you're back at your hotel by early afternoon.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (under 6).

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 the riding experience like if I've never been on a horse before?

The guides select calm, docile horses for beginners and adjust the pace to keep you comfortable. Two guides stay with the group throughout (one leading and one following), so you're never alone, and the route itself is designed to work for mixed skill levels.

How far is the drive from El Poblado to the riding area?

The drive takes 45 minutes from El Poblado district to the rural mountain area where the ride begins. You'll pass through countryside with houses, cattle and mountain views before you reach the horses.

Can I choose a more spirited horse if I'm an experienced rider?

Yes. The guides have more energetic horses available for experienced riders who want to gallop and canter. Let them know your riding skills when you book, and they'll select a mount that matches what you're looking for.

What happens if I want to ride faster or slower than the group pace?

The guides adjust the ride to your needs and expectations. Tell them your experience level and what you want from the day, and they'll set a pace that works for you and keeps the group together.

Is this activity safe for someone who's never ridden before?

Yes. The guides select calm horses for beginners, provide two guides to lead and follow the group, and the activity is designed to be safe and fun. Insurance is included as part of the package.