Horseback Riding at Macao Beach, Dominican Republic

White sand beneath the horse, the Caribbean at your side.

Horseback riding at Macao Beach in the Dominican Republic pairs you with a professional guide for three hours of riding along soft white sand in the northern Bávaro region. Pickup and drop-off are included, a bottle of water comes with you, and the guide speaks English, Spanish, French or German. Children from age 6 are welcome; the ride suits all fitness levels.

The Experience

The ride starts with pickup from your hotel, then heads to Macao Beach in the eastern Dominican Republic. The beach itself sits in the northern part of Bávaro, known for soft white sand and palm trees that line the shore. You'll spend the three hours in the saddle, moving along the sand with the sea nearby and the breeze constant. A professional guide leads the way and handles the route, so you focus on the horse and the water ahead.

The equipment—saddle, bridle, reins—comes with you; the guide makes sure the fit works before you mount. A bottle of water is yours to carry. The pace is steady enough that riders of any fitness level can manage it, though the guide will know your comfort before the ride begins. Children from age 6 can join, and the guide's language—English, Spanish, French or German—is set when you book.

Three hours means you're back by early afternoon, leaving the rest of the day open. The ride is not recommended for pregnant travelers or anyone with spinal injuries; if either applies, check with the operator before booking.

What’s included

• Professional guide.
• horseback riding equipment.
• pickup and drop-off from your hotel.
• bottle of water.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for back problems

Operated by CoroTour Punta Cana

Is this one for you?Three hours in the saddle leaves the rest of your day open for the beach, a meal, or the town. If you want a morning activity that doesn't eat the whole day, this one fits the rhythm.

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Top questions

What is Macao Beach actually like when I get there?

Macao Beach is a stretch of soft white sand in the northern part of Bávaro, in the eastern Dominican Republic, lined with swaying palm trees and open to the Caribbean Sea. It's the setting for the entire ride, so you're moving along that sand for the full three hours with the water and breeze as your constant backdrop.

Do I need to know how to ride a horse already?

No. The ride suits all fitness levels, and the professional guide leads the way and handles the route. The guide will assess your comfort with the horse before you set out, so you can ride at a pace that works for you.

What happens if I'm traveling with children?

Children from age 6 are welcome on the ride. Pickup and drop-off are included, so the logistics of getting to the beach are handled; you just need to confirm your child's age when you book.

How long does the whole thing take, and when will I be back?

The ride itself is three hours. With pickup and drop-off, plan on a morning or early afternoon block of time. You'll be back at your hotel by early afternoon, leaving the rest of your day free.

What languages does the guide speak?

The guide speaks English, Spanish, French or German. You choose the language when you book.

What do I need to bring or wear?

Bring sunscreen and a towel if you want them—those aren't included. Wear clothes that let you move in the saddle and shoes with a heel (not flip-flops). A bottle of water comes with you, and the guide provides all the riding equipment.