Horseback Riding in Roatan: Beach & Village Tour

Ride a horse into the turquoise water, explore three villages, taste rum and chocolate

Horseback riding in Roatan takes you through the south side of the island on a four-hour tour that includes riding into the sea, stops in Spanish Town and West End village, a visit to a chocolate factory and rum distillery with free samples, and a beach break in the turquoise water. A guide in English or Spanish leads the group. Hotel pickup and air-conditioned transport between stops are included.

The experience

You ride a horse through the south side of Roatan, starting with the main event: galloping into the sea. The route passes through colorful villages and opens onto landscape views before you reach Spanish Town, perched on a hilltop in Coxen Hole with a 180-degree view of the city and cruise port. There's time to browse local crafts before moving on.

West End village comes next, where you walk through the local life and visit a chocolate factory to watch the black and white chocolate process firsthand. The rum and cake factory follows, offering free samples of both. After the tastings, the day ends with a beach break on Roatan's white sand, where you swim in the turquoise water that appears in travel magazines worldwide.

An air-conditioned vehicle handles transport between the riding sections and the village stops, so you're not walking long distances in the heat. A guide who speaks English or Spanish narrates the day and manages the group. The tour runs four hours total and suits both experienced riders and beginners.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned transport between stops.
• a guide in English or Spanish.
• hotel pickup.
• visits to Spanish Town, West End village, the chocolate factory and the rum and cake factory with free samples.
• and a beach break in the turquoise water.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 13 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Roatan Five Stars Tours

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English or Spanish, so you can follow the commentary and ask questions in whichever language you're comfortable with. The four-hour length fits easily into a cruise port day or a morning in your Roatan schedule.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 12 years); Infant (under 4): free.

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.

Can I ride a horse if I've never done it before?

Yes, the tour is designed for both experienced and beginner riders, so no prior riding experience is required.

What happens during the beach break at the end?

You swim and relax in Roatan's turquoise water and white sand beach after the village visits and factory tastings.

Is the chocolate factory visit just a tour, or do I get to taste the chocolate?

You visit the chocolate factory in West End village and learn about the black and white chocolate process. The description specifies you learn about it, and free samples are included at the rum and cake factory that follows.

Does the price include lunch or drinks?

Lunch and drinks are not included, but the tour includes free samples at the rum and cake factory and ends with a beach break where you can purchase refreshments.