Horseback Riding in Los Capulines: Local Guides & Natural Trails

Ride through rural hills and learn the land from people who live there

Horseback riding in Los Capulines is a five-hour guided activity through protected natural areas where local guides lead the route while a horse specialist handles the technical instruction. You ride through hills, streams and rock formations in Cerro de Jocoque and Cerro de Santa Rosa, see how the communities live, and end with food. A live Spanish-speaking guide leads the ride. Children are welcome from age 6.

The experience

Los Capulines is a rural community where traditions and daily life shape the landscape you move through. The ride covers protected terrain in two natural areas (Cerro de Jocoque and Cerro de Santa Rosa), where you'll cross hills, streams and a dam formation. Two guides accompany the group: one is local to the area and knows the communities and stories of the place, while the other brings technical knowledge of horses and the natural environment. This pairing means you get both the route and the context for what you're seeing.

You spend five hours in the saddle, which includes time to learn how to ride if you're new to it. The remoteness of Los Capulines has kept the natural environment intact, so the landscape doesn't change much across seasons. You can ride here any time of year and find the same preserved terrain. At the end of the activity, food is served, and all horse equipment is provided. Insurance based on NOM 011 TUR (Mexico's tourism safety standard) is included.

Two options are available at checkout: horseback ride without transport, or a cavalcade that includes transport to and from the starting point. The choice depends on whether you're arranging your own way to Los Capulines or need pickup included.

What’s included

• Use of a horse and all riding equipment.
• instruction in horsemanship during the ride.
• food served at the end of the activity.
• insurance.
• a local guide who knows the communities and a horse specialist for technical guidance.

Options for this experience

2 options

Horseback ride, transport not includedGuide in Spanish · No fixed timeExcursion to the dam: We visit a small dam on this tour. Duration: 5 hours. Regional food: a regional meal, prepared by community members, is included.

Cavalcade with transportGuide in Spanish · No fixed timeTrip to the dam: During this tour we visit a small dam. Duration: 6 hours. Regional food: a regional meal, prepared by community members, is included. Transport: a vehicle collects you from your hotel or an agreed meeting point, depending on the number of people.

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

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (18 to 60 years) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Child (6 to 11 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideSpanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

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.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomeNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Eco-Aventura Capulines

Is this one for you?The five-hour duration and mixed terrain suit riders who want time to settle into the saddle and see the landscape without rushing. If you need transport from your hotel or a central point, choose the cavalcade option at checkout. The ride-only option works if you can get to Los Capulines yourself.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Child (6 to 11 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

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.

How long does the horseback ride actually take?

The ride lasts five hours total, which includes time to learn basic horsemanship if you haven't ridden before.

What are Cerro de Jocoque and Cerro de Santa Rosa like to ride through?

Both are protected natural areas in the same region. You'll ride across hills, streams and rock formations, passing through the communities that live there and seeing their daily way of life.

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

No. The guide includes instruction in horsemanship as part of the activity, so beginners are welcome and the five hours accounts for learning time.

What's included in the price?

The ride includes use of the horse and all its equipment, food at the end, and insurance. If you book the cavalcade option, transport is also included.

What language does the guide speak?

The guide speaks Spanish. A local guide leads the route and stories, while a horse specialist provides technical instruction throughout.