Horseback Riding St. Lucia: Historic Ruins & Beach

Ride past sugar mills and into the sea on the same afternoon

A horseback riding tour through St. Lucia's interior and coast, led by a guide in English, takes you through historic ruins, rain forests, banana plantations and savanna before ending with a swim at the beach. The tour runs 1 to 2 hours and includes private transport from your hotel, water, snacks and refreshments. Horses are trained for all riding levels and children from age 5 are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Horseback riding through nature and history

• Ride through historic ruins
• Explore rain forests and savanna
• Visit banana plantations
• Observe local wildlife
• Drink fresh coconut water
• Swim with horses at beach
• Enjoy refreshments and drinks

The experience

The ride starts with pickup from your hotel and moves through St. Lucia's landscape on well-trained horses suited to beginners and experienced riders alike. You'll pass through historic ruins and an old sugar mill, then into banana plantations and rain forests where the guide explains how the island's early people lived and worked. The route crosses savanna and mangrove swamps, and along the way you stop to sip freshly picked coconut straight from the source.

The final stop is the beach, where you swim with the horses: the only part of the day where you're in the water instead of the saddle. Refreshments and drinks are provided throughout, and the whole outing runs between 1 and 2 hours. A guide rides with you the entire time, speaking English, so you're not navigating alone or figuring out the history as you go.

What’s included

• Private hotel pickup and drop-off.
• riding helmet.
• bottled water and snacks throughout the ride.
• refreshments and drinks at the end of the tour.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (18 to 50 years) · Senior (60 to 70 years) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (5 to 12 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by East Coast Riding Stable

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you're riding with kids or a mixed group of abilities. The horses are trained for all levels and children from 5 ride alongside adults, so nobody has to sit out. The fixed 1- to 2-hour window and included transport mean the day stays simple and the ride moves at one pace, which is what makes the beach swim feel like a natural finish rather than a rushed add-on.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (5 to 12 years). Children under 5 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.

What happens at the beach at the end of the St. Lucia horseback tour?

The tour ends with a swim at the beach where you ride the horses into the water. This is the only part of the day spent swimming rather than riding.

Do I need riding experience for this horseback tour?

No. The horses are trained and friendly for all riding levels, from complete beginners to experienced riders. The guide is with you the entire time.

What's included in the St. Lucia horseback riding tour?

The tour includes private hotel pickup and drop-off, a riding helmet, bottled water, snacks, and refreshments and drinks at the end. You bring nothing except comfortable clothes and shoes.

How long is the horseback riding tour in St. Lucia?

The tour runs between 1 and 2 hours from pickup to drop-off, covering historic ruins, plantations, rain forests and ending with a beach swim.

What's the maximum weight limit for riders on this tour?

Riders must weigh 240 lbs or less to participate. If you're near this limit, contact the operator before booking to confirm.