Krabi Beach Horse Ride: Quiet Shores & Local Guide Pickup

Summary

Horse riding on Ao Nam Mao Beach with local guides and quiet views

You’ll ride gentle horses along Krabi’s quiet Ao Nam Mao Beach with a local guide who knows every curve of the shore. Expect hotel pickup, safety gear, and stories about village life as you pass fishermen and wave to locals. Whether you’re new to riding or haven’t been on a horse in years, it’s that mix of salt air and laughter you’ll remember long after.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect the beach to be this empty — just us, the horses, and a couple of fishermen poking around in the shallows. Ao Nam Mao is only ten minutes from busy Ao Nang, but it felt like we’d slipped into some quieter version of Krabi. Our guide, Lek, handed me a helmet and grinned when I admitted I hadn’t ridden since I was a kid. The horses were calm, almost sleepy, but perked up as soon as we started moving toward the water.

The sand was cool underfoot (barefoot for the horses, not me), and there was this salty breeze that kept blowing my hair into my mouth. Lek pointed out some islands across the bay — I forget their names now — and told us about how his family had trained most of these horses themselves. He laughed when one of the younger ones tried to nibble at my sleeve. We rode right up to where the waves lapped at their hooves; I could feel the horse hesitate for a second before stepping in. That splashy sound is still stuck in my head.

If you do the two-hour ride, you get to wander inland too — past little villages and rubber trees. We passed a woman selling fruit from her porch; she waved at us with both hands, which made me laugh because I nearly dropped my reins waving back. It’s not fancy or dramatic here, just real — you get sweaty, your legs ache a bit after, but honestly? That’s part of what makes it stick with you.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Horse Riding at Ao Nam Mao Beach

• Hotel pickup in Krabi
• Horse riding at Ao Nam Mao Beach
• Transfer back to hotel

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included for this Krabi horse riding tour?

Yes, round-trip hotel pickup is included for hotels in Ao Nang and Ao Nam Mao.

Can beginners join the horse riding at Ao Nam Mao Beach?

Yes, both beginners and experienced riders are welcome on this tour.

How long does the horse riding experience last?

You can choose between a 1-hour or 2-hour ride along the beach and countryside.

Are there weight restrictions for riders?

Yes, for safety reasons this tour isn’t suitable for individuals over 90 kg.

Is safety equipment provided during the ride?

Yes, helmets are provided along with a safety briefing before you start riding.

Will we see local villages on this tour?

If you book the 2-hour ride, you’ll pass through small villages and plantations inland.

Are English-speaking guides available?

Yes, your guide will speak basic English throughout your ride.

What should I wear for horse riding on Ao Nam Mao Beach?

Wear comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activity; helmets are provided onsite.

What’s included

Your day includes round-trip hotel pickup in Ao Nang or Ao Nam Mao (with a small extra charge if you’re staying further out), drinking water to keep cool under the sun, all safety gear including helmets plus basic accident insurance. You’ll have a friendly local guide leading your group along the beach or through nearby villages depending on your chosen route before heading back to your hotel.