Horseback Riding & Tequila Tasting near Puerto Vallarta

Swim with your horse if the river allows, then taste four tequilas at the distillery.

This horseback riding activity near Puerto Vallarta takes you on a 25-minute drive to Hacienda Dona Engracia, where you're matched with a horse suited to your ability and ride along the Mascota River through local countryside. If river conditions permit, you swim with your horse; afterward, you head to La Dulce Vista to taste four artisanal tequilas made in small batches (Blanco, Reposado, Anejo, and Pink Tequila), then eat a traditional Mexican lunch with unlimited margaritas. The full experience runs about five hours and includes a guide who speaks English or Spanish, bottled water, and transportation by white bus from your meeting point.

The Experience

You start with a 25-minute drive to Hacienda Dona Engracia, where the guide matches you with a horse that fits your riding level. The ride follows the Mascota River through countryside and local vegetation—bring a swimsuit and towel, because if river conditions allow, you get a short swim with your horse. The guide photographs you along the way if you want the shots. Wear a hat, sunglasses, and shoes that won't slip off easily and that you don't mind getting wet.

After the ride, you head to La Dulce Vista, the tequila producer, where you taste four of their artisanal tequilas made in small batches in the city of Tequila: Blanco, Reposado, Anejo, and their premium Pink Tequila. Then comes a traditional Mexican lunch with unlimited margaritas—the menu includes BBQ chicken, meat, beans, rice, vegetables, salsa molcajete, and quesadillas, with vegetarian, vegan, and pescatarian options available.

The whole outing takes about five hours. Transportation is included in a white bus from your meeting point, and the guide speaks English or Spanish. Bottled water comes with the ride. If you're over 220 pounds (100 kg), your height needs to be above 5'7" (170 cm) for horse matching. Public transportation options are available near the meeting point if you need them.

What’s included

• Horseback ride along the Mascota River with a guide matched to your ability.
• tasting of four small-batch artisanal tequilas at La Dulce Vista.
• traditional Mexican lunch with vegetarian, vegan, and pescatarian options.
• unlimited margaritas.
• bottled water.
• white bus transportation from your meeting point to Hacienda Dona Engracia and back.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearby

Operated by La Dulce Vista

Is this one for you?Five hours is the full day commitment, which leaves room for other activities in the morning or evening but not a second major outing—book this if you want a single immersive experience that combines riding, water, and food without splitting your day.

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Top questions

Can I swim with the horse on this ride?

If river conditions allow, you can take a short swim with your horse during the ride along the Mascota River—bring your swimsuit and towel just in case.

What tequilas do I get to taste at La Dulce Vista?

You taste four artisanal tequilas made in small batches: Blanco, Reposado, Anejo, and their premium Pink Tequila, all produced in the city of Tequila.

Is lunch included, and are there options for dietary restrictions?

Yes, lunch is included with the activity, and vegetarian, vegan, and pescatarian options are available alongside the traditional Mexican menu of BBQ chicken, meat, beans, rice, and quesadillas.

How long is the whole experience, and what's included in the price?

The activity runs about five hours and includes the horseback ride, guide in English or Spanish, transportation by white bus, tequila tasting, lunch, unlimited margaritas, and bottled water.

What should I bring and wear for the ride?

Bring a hat, sunglasses, a swimsuit, and a towel. Wear shoes that fit snugly and won't fall off easily, and choose ones you don't mind getting wet in case you swim with your horse.