Medellin: Horseback Riding Private Tour & Mountain Views

Summary

Horseback ride through Medellin’s hills with local guides, tailored horses and peaceful countryside

You’ll saddle up outside Medellin for a private horseback riding tour through rolling hills and rural scenery, with friendly local guides matching horses to your comfort level. Expect hotel pickup, gentle company (both human and equine), and mountain views that stick with you long after you’ve brushed off the dust.

What’s the experience like?

Hooves on gravel — that’s the first thing I remember. We’d just left the edge of Medellin behind, but it felt like we’d crossed into another world. The city noise faded quick, replaced by this soft clop-clop and the kind of quiet you only get in the hills. Our guide, Juan, handed me the reins and grinned when I admitted I hadn’t been on a horse since I was a kid. “No worries,” he said, “this one’s tranquilo.” He patted my horse’s neck — honestly, she looked calmer than me.

The ride itself was about two hours (give or take — nobody seemed in a hurry), winding up and down these green slopes dotted with cows and those bright country houses you see in Colombian postcards. At one point, we paused near a ridge where you could see all of Medellin below — tiny and far away. The air smelled like wet grass and woodsmoke from somewhere nearby. Juan pointed out some wildflowers whose name I immediately forgot (sorry Juan), but he laughed when I tried repeating it anyway.

I liked that there were two guides — one up front, another behind us — so nobody got left behind or lost. The horses were picked for our skill level; mine plodded along patiently while someone else in our group took off at a canter with the other guide cheering them on. My thighs are still sore as I write this (worth it). They dropped us right back at our hotel afterward — muddy boots and all. If you’re looking for a horseback riding tour in Medellin that feels real, not rushed, this is it. I still think about that quiet stretch above the city sometimes…

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Horseback riding tour in Medellín

• Pickup at your place
• Drive 45 minutes to rural area
• Select horse based on experience
• Begin 6.5 miles horseback ride
• Ride with two guides
• Enjoy mountain and nature views
• Return to pickup location
• Drop off at your place

Top questions

How long is the horseback riding part of the tour?

The horseback riding covers 6.5 miles (about 10.5 km) and usually takes around 2 hours, depending on your pace.

Is hotel pickup included for this horseback riding tour?

Yes, round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off are included in Medellin.

Are there guides during the ride?

Yes, there are always two guides: one leads at the front and another follows at the back for safety.

Can beginners join this horseback riding tour?

Yes, horses are matched to your experience level so beginners are welcome.

Where does the tour start from in Medellin?

The drive starts from El Poblado district; it takes about 45 minutes to reach the rural area where the ride begins.

How long does the whole activity last including transfers?

The total duration is about 4 hours from pickup to drop-off at your hotel.

What should I wear or bring for this horseback riding tour?

Wear comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting dirty; closed-toe shoes are recommended.

Is insurance included in this Medellin horseback riding tour?

Yes, insurance is included as part of your booking.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off anywhere in Medellin, two friendly local guides who stay with your group throughout the ride, well-cared-for horses matched to your experience level (whether beginner or advanced), all necessary insurance coverage, plus round-trip private transport out to those peaceful hills before returning you home again.