Horseback Riding in St Lucia: Beach and Trail Ride

Meadow trails, two beaches, a swim in the ocean with your horse

Horseback riding in St Lucia combines a guided trail ride through meadows with beach cantering and swimming in the Atlantic. Hotel or port pickup is included, and the ride lasts between two and five hours depending on the pace. A live English-speaking guide leads groups of all fitness levels, with safety instruction and helmet fitting before you mount.

Step-by-step itinerary

Horseback riding and beach swim

• Receive safety instructions and helmet fit
• Adjust saddle and meet your horse
• Ride through meadows to Atlantic shore
• Enjoy waves and coastal scenery
• Canter on the beach
• Swim with horses in the water
• Ride on two different beaches

The experience

The ride starts with safety briefing, helmet fit and saddle adjustment at the stable, then moves onto the trails through meadows as you approach the Atlantic shore. You'll hear the waves against the rocks and see the coastline open up as you ride, then head down to the first beach where you can canter or swim with your horse in the water. A second beach follows, so you get two separate stretches of sand and ocean in a single outing.

Hotel or port pickup and drop-off are included, so you don't need to arrange transport to the stable. The horses are described as friendly, and the ride is suitable for all fitness levels. You don't need prior experience. Bottled water, snacks, juice, local beer and alcoholic beverages are provided at the stable, so you can rest and refuel after the ride.

What’s included

• Hotel or port pickup and drop-off.
• safety instruction and helmet fitting.
• bottled water, snacks, juice, local beer and alcoholic beverages.
• a live English-speaking guide.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (16 and older) · Under 16: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Island Taxi Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you're arriving without a car or by cruise ship: hotel and port pickup is included, so you start at the stable ready to ride rather than arranging your own way there.

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Top questions

What's the actual riding like if I've never been on a horse before?

Safety instruction and an introduction to your horse come first, so you learn the basics before heading out. The meadow trails are the opening stretch, giving you time to settle into the saddle before the scenery opens up at the shore. All fitness levels are welcome.

Can I really swim with the horse in the ocean?

Yes, you ride down to two separate beaches where swimming with the horse is part of the experience. You can canter on the sand or wade into the Atlantic depending on what you want to do.

How long does the whole thing take?

The ride runs between two and five hours depending on the pace and how long you spend at the beaches. Hotel or port pickup and drop-off are included, so factor in travel time to and from the stable as well.

What happens if I'm staying at a cruise port instead of a hotel?

Port pickup is included, so the operator will collect you from your ship at a scheduled time and return you before departure. Confirm your port location when you book.

What's provided during the ride?

Bottled water, snacks, juice, local beer and alcoholic beverages are included at the stable before or after the ride. Helmet and saddle are fitted for you at the start.