Where to Ride: the 12 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 $71

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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5.Ensenada Shore Excursion: Blowhole and La Bufadora Tour with Horseback Riding

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 50 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $168

Travel by air-conditioned private vehicle from the Ensenada cruise port to La Jolla Beach for a gentle horseback ride, then visit La Bufadora and downtown Ensenada. Guides such as Jorge, Yoshiro, Brenda, and Aaron are known for adjusting the day to your group, though meeting directions need careful checking.

“Horseback Riding, our tour guide was the sweetest. We appreciate Yoshiro for driving us around. He showed up at the last minute because the original person wasn’t available.”

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6.Horseback Mountain Trail Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Ride for about 90 minutes through Ensenada’s mountain trails with Desert Trails. Guides match horses to your experience, from first-time riders to confident equestrians. Expect Pacific views, ranch animals, native plants, and a small-group feel. Pickup from the port costs $35, and named guides include Crystal and Alex.

“We did the mountain trail ride with Chrystal and had the best time! We opted for the van pick up which was super clear and convenient. She was super knowledgeable and the horses were fabulous. We did this as a cruise excursion and she made sure we arrived back on time.”

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7.Las cañadas ecopark and horseback riding private tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 19 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $70

Spend about six hours with a private English-speaking guide such as Brayan, Bryan, Jesus, or Alejandra. See Ensenada by air-conditioned minivan, ride horses on the beach, visit Las Cañadas for optional ziplines and hanging bridges, eat tacos, and return to your ship or downtown.

“Our driver Gonzales was so nice and friendly. His English was really good. The zip lining/ hanging bridges was so fun and impressive! The guys who work there were really great. It’s $33 per person to get in but we’ll worth it. The horseback riding was okay. You ride down about 15 mins then turn around and ride back. With someone walking the horses. I probably wouldn’t pay to do it again but our 12 year old daughter enjoyed it. I did see other people riding without a guide so maybe you can have that option if you want.”

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8.Ensenada: Horseback Riding at Playa Hermosa Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 10 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $64

Ride a gentle horse for about 45 minutes along Playa Hermosa’s golden sand, with English- or Spanish-speaking handlers nearby. The 2.5-hour outing includes transportation from the Caracol Museum near Ensenada’s cruise terminal. It suits beginners and families, but recent rides have varied in length and activity level.

“i love that they explain you how to ride the horse ask you if you want to go faster or slow they make you feel safe”

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9.Ensenada: Horseback riding in the beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 9 reviews · 1 day · from $180

You’ll travel by private van from Cruiseport Village or Museo Caracol to an Ensenada beach for a calm horseback ride, with ponies available for young children. Choose a guide-led ride or ride independently when possible, then finish with tacos and a short city outing. Brian often handles driving and guiding in English or Spanish.

“Brian was top notched! He’s such a wonderful tour guide and made our excursion really special! He’s knowledgeable and professional! I highly recommend him!”

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10.Ensenada City Tour on Ford T Replica and Beach Horse Back Riding

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $120

Spend about 50 minutes on horseback by the beach, then ride through Ensenada for 90 minutes in a Ford Model T replica. Guide Rafael is often assigned and brings local history, mezcal or wine tasting stops, and practical help to the tour. This is a private outing for your group, with cruise-port pickup available.

“I loved the tour guide. He was very knowledgeable. The horse back ride was amazing and the beach was beautiful.”

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11.Eco Canyon Horseback Riding Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $40Best value

You’ll ride for about 75 minutes from Las Cañadas Campamento to Echo Lookout, following winding mountain trails with a guide in English or Spanish. Horses are matched to your size and riding experience. Donaciano, known locally as the vaquero, may lead the ride, with calm horses such as Frijolito and Pinto available for the outing.

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12.Ensenada: La Bufadora and Horseback Riding at Punta Banda

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4 reviews · 5 hours · from $98

Spend five hours with a bilingual guide visiting La Bufadora and Punta Banda. You will ride horseback for one hour along the beach, enjoy Pacific views, and sample tequila and mezcal. Hotel pickup is included in Ensenada’s urban zone. Guides have included Alvin and Jaime, and an instructor helps first-time riders.

“It was so much fun! Our driver Alvin kept us safe at all times and took us to all of the locations on time. The horseback riding was so much fun and very relaxing. My group and I were experienced with horseback riding, so it wasn’t difficult, but if you are a beginner and don’t speak much Spanish, you may face some difficulties. The bufadora was beautiful and our guide assured that everything there was safe to eat. He was a great driver and very friendly.”

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