Punta Cana Horseback Riding Tour Boca de Maimón & Macao Beach

Ride through the forest to the river mouth and the beach, with your guide leading the way.

A 2-hour horseback riding tour from Punta Cana that takes you through tropical forest and along the beach to Boca de Maimón and Macao Beach, with hotel pickup, a professional guide in English or Spanish, and a Mamajuana tasting included. The ride happens at sunset, and you'll stop at two beaches where you can swim or simply watch the landscape. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and the experience requires good weather.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset horseback riding tour

• Pickup from hotel in Punta Cana or Uvero Alto
• Travel to Rancho un Regalo de Dios
• Meet guide and get riding equipment
• Horseback ride along beach and countryside
• Pass by Boca de Maimón river mouth
• Stop at Macao beach to enjoy scenery or swim
• Enjoy beautiful sunset views

The Experience

The tour starts with pickup from your Punta Cana or Uvero Alto hotel and a short transfer to Rancho Un Regalo de Dios. Once there, you'll meet your guide, get fitted with riding equipment, and spend time getting comfortable with your horse before you set out. The staff is trained to work with riders of all fitness levels, so there's no need to have ridden before.

The ride itself follows the beach and countryside toward Boca de Maimón, where the Maimón river flows into the ocean—the first real landmark of the afternoon. From there you continue to Macao Beach, the second stop, where you can wade in if you want to or simply stand and watch the waves and the sunset. Throughout the route your guide points out the landscape and keeps the pace steady. Bottled water is provided, and the whole outing takes about two hours from start to finish.

Before or after the ride, you can sample Mamajuana (a local herbal drink, available to travelers 18 and up) and browse artisan products like coffee and cocoa at the ranch. WiFi is available if you need it. The experience is canceled only if weather turns bad, and if that happens you can choose another date or get your money back.

What’s included

• Round-trip hotel transfer from Punta Cana or Uvero Alto.
• professional guide in English or Spanish.
• riding equipment.
• bottled water.
• Mamajuana tasting for guests 18 and up.
• WiFi at the ranch.

Good to know

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

Operated by Rancho Un Regalo De Dios

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to ride at your own pace with a guide leading the way—the two beach stops and the sunset timing are built into the schedule, so you're not arranging the route or the timing yourself.

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Top questions

Can I ride if I've never been on a horse before?

Yes—the tour is suitable for all fitness levels and the staff works with first-time riders. You'll have time to get familiar with your horse and the equipment before the ride begins, and your guide will lead the pace throughout.

What happens at Boca de Maimón and Macao Beach?

Boca de Maimón is where the Maimón river flows into the ocean—you'll ride there and see the junction. At Macao Beach, the second stop, you can swim in the ocean if you'd like or simply enjoy the view and the sunset from the shore.

Is the sunset guaranteed, or does the timing depend on the season?

The ride is timed to catch the sunset, though the exact time shifts with the season. The experience requires good weather to take place; if conditions turn bad, you'll be offered another date or a full refund.

What's included in the price?

The tour includes round-trip hotel pickup, a professional guide who speaks English or Spanish, riding equipment, bottled water, and a Mamajuana tasting (for travelers 18 and up). WiFi is available at the ranch.

Are there any restrictions on who can ride?

The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or pregnant travelers. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Service animals are allowed.

How long is the whole experience, including pickup and the ride itself?

The ride itself is 2 hours. Add time for hotel pickup, the transfer to the ranch, getting fitted with equipment, and the return trip—plan for roughly 3 to 4 hours total from when you're picked up.