Where to Ride: the 4 Best Ensenada Horseback Riding Tours

1.Authentic horseback riding in beautiful La Mision

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 109 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) Our pick

Ride through La Mision with Jose and his family team, following trails through grassland and estuary to a wide Pacific beach. Guides match horses to your ability, speak English, and can photograph your ride at no extra cost. Cruise passengers can arrange a taxi from the port, though the drive takes about 45 minutes each way.

“Jose and Estefan were wonderful and very patient with my slow pace admiring the flowers and checking out the shells and San dollars as we rode down the beach. Estefan took wonderful pictures of us and picked up some sand dollars for me. Great experience and then had fabulous fish and shrimp tacos on our way back to Ensenada. I would recommend for anyone looking for something unique to do in Ensenada.”

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2.La Bufadora, Markets & Horseback Beach Ride Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 93 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $71Best value

Ride a tame horse for about 60 minutes along an Ensenada beach or estuary, then visit La Bufadora’s famous marine geyser and market. A private driver such as Jair, Armando, Oscar, or Juan Carlos handles port transfers and can suggest tacos, viewpoints, and optional downtown stops. Choose Echo Canyon for a mounted guide and riding lesson.

“We had a great experience with our excursion! Guide was knowledgeable and friendly. He made sure we were comfortable and have great recommendations on where to eat at La Bufadora!”

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3.Private excursion to the bufadora and horseback riding on the beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $75

Meet your English-speaking guide outside Ensenada’s cruise port, then ride a gentle horse along a Baja beach before visiting La Bufadora. Guides such as Miguel, Danny, Dylan, Vivian, and Genaro are known for clear directions, local food tips, and flexible stops. The private van, drinks, and personal pickup make this a useful shore-day outing.

“We had the car for ourselves. Miguel was very nice!! Started the drive at the port , took about 45 min to the horseback riding adventure on the beach, then we went to La Bufadora. He gave us tips on local food and area and we got to spend time walking around the flea market, eat and watch the geyser erupt! Amazing food! Smoked clams and tacos at Lidia is a must have! Miguel waited for us and we were back at the port on time. The whole trip took about 5 hours. Definitely worth it!”

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4.Horseback Riding on the Beach from Ensenada

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $95

Ride along a quiet beach near Ensenada with guides such as Crystal and Alex, starting at a ranch with restrooms before the short trip to the shore. The horses suit beginners, and the pace is generally calm, with faster riding possible only when appropriate. Cruise-port pickup costs $35 for up to 10 people.

“The tour was very well organized the owner of the company actually picked this up at the port and dropped us off right at the Port enjoyed it very much would recommend to friends”

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