Horseback Riding to El Limón Waterfall: Las Terrenas adventure

Six hours on horseback through dense forest to a waterfall you can swim in.

Horseback riding tour from Las Terrenas to El Limón Waterfall combines a jungle trail ride with a swim in the natural pool at the waterfall's base, followed by a beach visit to Levantado Key. The full day includes a professional guide in your choice of language, hotel pickup, lunch and bottled water. Suitable for all fitness levels. Infants can sit on an adult's lap or use a specialized seat.

Step-by-step itinerary

Horseback ride and waterfall visit

• Ride horse through tropical trail
• Walk to base of El Limón Waterfall
• Swim in natural freshwater pool
• Take photos and enjoy waterfall breeze

The experience

You start from your hotel in Las Terrenas and ride a horse through a lush trail where the vegetation and forest sounds are part of the adventure itself. The path winds through dense growth toward El Limón Waterfall: locally called Salto del Limón. Once you reach the base, you walk a short distance to stand in front of the waterfall, then have free time to swim in the natural freshwater pool, take photos and feel the spray. The ride and the walk are the core of the morning. The waterfall swim is where you stop and stay.

After the waterfall, the day continues to Levantado Key, known as "Bacardi Island" for its appearance in old advertisements. This is a beach and relaxation stop where you can walk the sand and take in the view. The full experience runs six hours and mixes three things: the horseback ride itself, the waterfall swim and the beach. A professional guide leads the group and speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French or Portuguese depending on which option you choose at checkout. Lunch and bottled water are included. Transportation from your hotel is part of the booking.

The ride suits all fitness levels, and the operator allows service animals. If you're traveling with an infant, they can sit on your lap during the ride, or you can request a specialized infant seat. The trail is the adventure, not a quick transfer to a viewpoint, but a full morning of moving through the landscape on horseback before you reach the waterfall itself.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and return transportation.
• professional guide in English, Spanish, Italian, French or Portuguese.
• lunch.
• bottled water.
• access to El Limón Waterfall and Levantado Key.

Options for this experience

2 options

Top tours and excursions in Las Terrenas, SamanáUp to 3 per booking · Guide in 5 languages · 08:00Includes pickup

Lemon Waterfall TourUp to 15 per booking · Guide in 5 languages · 08:00The Lemon Waterfall: a guided excursion to El Limón Waterfall that combines an immersive nature walk with a horseback riding experience in Samaná. VIP Private Service: hassle-free private transport, an expert local guide, premium comfort, and complete satisfaction guaranteed. Duration: a convenient 3-hour private excursion with flexible pacing and no waiting around. Buffet Lunch: enjoy an authentic, high-quality local buffet along with refreshing drinks in a stunning tropical setting. Samaná & El Limón Waterfall: a scenic private route through the heart of Samaná leading directly to the breathtaking El Limón Waterfall. Comfortable Air-Conditioned: private air-conditioned transport, plus a scenic horseback riding or walking trail to reach El Limón Waterfall. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

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AgesAdult (26 to 59 years) · Senior (60 and older) · Youth (16 to 25 years) · Child (3 to 15 years) · Infant (under 3)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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

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Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Destino transfer tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you have a full morning and afternoon free and want to spend it moving through the landscape rather than watching from a vehicle. The six-hour commitment is what makes the waterfall swim and the beach stop both fit into one day without rushing either one.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (16 to 25 years); Child (3 to 15 years); Infant (under 3).

How long is the horseback ride to El Limón Waterfall?

The full experience runs six hours from hotel pickup to return. The horseback portion takes you through the jungle trail to the waterfall's base. Once there, you have free time to swim and explore before heading to Levantado Key for the beach portion of the day.

Can I swim at El Limón Waterfall?

Yes. After the ride, you walk a short distance to the waterfall and have free time to swim in the natural freshwater pool at its base, take photos and rest before the next part of the day.

What's included in this horseback riding tour?

The booking includes private transportation from your hotel, a professional guide, lunch, bottled water and access to both El Limón Waterfall and Levantado Key. The guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French or Portuguese depending on which option you select.

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

The tour is suitable for all fitness levels. The trail is the adventure itself, and the guide leads the group at a pace that works for the day. If you have specific concerns about riding, mention them when you book so the operator can confirm the fit.

What happens at Levantado Key?

Levantado Key, also called "Bacardi Island," is a beach stop where you have time to walk, relax and take in the views after the waterfall portion of the day. It's a change of pace from the ride and gives you a chance to rest before heading back.