Horseback riding in Pomac Forest: Peruvian Paso horses

The Peruvian Paso horse's gait is so smooth that hours in the saddle feel effortless.

Horseback riding through Pomac Forest in Peru, where you ride Peruvian Paso horses across sugarcane and rice fields to the Sicán archaeological complex with its 36 pre-Inca pyramids. A live guide in your choice of language leads the 4-hour ride. Forest entry and hotel pickup are included. Children from age 12 are welcome.

The experience

You ride on Peruvian Paso horses, a breed known for their smooth, ground-covering gait that makes long hours in the saddle comfortable instead of punishing. The route crosses working farmland (sugarcane, corn and rice fields) before entering Pomac Forest, a 5,887-hectare sanctuary created to protect both the forest ecosystem and the archaeological sites buried within it. The forest itself is habitat for dozens of bird species, many found nowhere else, and holds an enormous carob tree over 400 years old with a shape so twisted it stops riders mid-trail.

The destination is the Sicán archaeological complex, where 36 pyramids from the pre-Inca Lambayeque culture rise from the forest floor. This is where the tomb of the Lord of Sicán was discovered: a burial so lavish it contained gold artifacts and the ceremonial knives called Tumi that made the site famous. You ride to the complex itself and walk the pyramids. The guide explains what you're standing in front of and why it matters. Pickup from your hotel is included, as is entrance to Pomac Forest.

What’s included

• Horseback riding on Peruvian Paso horses.
• entrance to Pomac Forest Sanctuary.
• a live guide in your choice of language.
• hotel pickup.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (16 to 80 years) · Infant (12 to 15 years) · Under 12: can't be booked

GroupUp to 4

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and German

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 4 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Rancho Santana Horseback Riding

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English, Spanish, French or German, so you choose the language that lets you follow the history and ecology comfortably. The smooth gait of the Peruvian Paso horse means the ride itself is accessible even if you've never been on a horse before.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (12 to 15 years). Children under 12 can't be included in the booking.

What kind of horse do I ride on this activity?

The Peruvian Paso horse, a breed considered Cultural Heritage of Peru. It's known for an exceptionally smooth gait that comes from the way it moves its legs, making it comfortable for hours of riding even if you've never been on a horse before.

How long does the 4-hour ride actually take in the saddle?

The full activity runs 4 hours total, which includes the ride through the fields and forest, time at the archaeological complex, and the walk around the pyramids. You're mounted for most of it, with breaks built in at the site.

What exactly is the Sicán archaeological complex?

Sicán is a pre-Inca culture whose ceremonial center lies within Pomac Forest. The complex holds 36 pyramids, and it's most famous as the burial site of the Lord of Sicán, whose tomb contained gold artifacts and the Tumi knives now known worldwide. You ride to the site and walk the pyramids with your guide.