The 9 Best Horseback Rides in St Lucia

1.Private Beach Horseback Ride with Sandy Hoofs St. Lucia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 356 reviews · from $99Our pick

Ride with Sandy Hoofs along St. Lucia’s north-eastern coast, visiting two quiet beaches with guides such as Stefon, Arkim, Jordan, and Kason. Beginners get calm, well-trained horses and close instruction, while experienced riders may canter. Ocean riding is optional and depends on sea conditions and seaweed.

“Stefon was very nice and helpful, my girlfriend and I had an amazing experience! Being private also made the tour that much more intimate and fun our guide was able to focus on us and answer any questions we had”

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2.Private Advanced Horseback Beach Ride with Sandy Hoofs St. Lucia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · from $119

Ride with Sandy Hoofs St. Lucia from Beausejour toward Lapin Bay and four Atlantic beaches. After a riding check and horse introduction, you’ll tackle scenic trails, canter on sand, stop for photos, and may swim with your horse when sea conditions allow. Advanced skills and a 220-pound limit apply.

“The whole experience was absolutely amazing! The view was breathtaking, the Customer Service was awesome. I felt right at home and I’m so grateful I will definitely do it again. Not to mention it was my first time riding a force, and he was so welcoming and wanted to lead the way the whole time!”

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3.Nature & Historical Horseback Riding Tours St. Lucia

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 54 reviews · from $120

Ride from Cap Estate toward Fond d’Or Bay with guides such as Jhudai, Paul, or Rohan. Expect banana plantations, rainforest, rocky trails, historic sugar works, wildlife, and an Atlantic beach stop with time to swim and enjoy coconut water.

“Fantastic horseback riding tour! Enjoyed every minute! My husband and I cruise yearly and always try to take a horseback riding on the beach excursion. Sometimes, the cruise line does not offer such excursions, or we find a better offer through Viator which we have used on several occasions and has never proven to be a disappointment. This tour, was amazing. We were picked up at the cruise port, our driver was prompt and courteous. He provided history of the island, pointed out important things and views and stopped for us to get pictures a few times. Once at the stable, we were greeted warmly by the staff. Most were…”

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4.East Coast Horseback Riding & Waterfall Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews · from $160

Ride with local guides such as Keith, Andre, or Rohan through plantations, forest, mangroves, sugar mill ruins, and along Fond d’Or Bay. No riding experience is required, but rocky trails can be demanding. Fresh coconut, snacks, hotel pickup, and Dennery Falls round out this 2 to 4 hour outing.

“This was such a great experience. Andre picked me up and dropped me off which was such a nice touch especially since my accommodation was quite far. He shared points of interest along our ride that were super interesting and took Read more”

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5.Private Beach Picnic Horseback Ride with Sandy Hoofs St. Lucia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · from $129

Ride with Sandy Hoofs from Beausejour across country trails to Epouge Bay and Anse La Voute beach. You’ll get a safety briefing, a horse matched to your ability, a beach picnic, and the chance to swim with your horse. Jordy has guided novice riders, while experienced riders may canter when conditions allow.

“Had the best morning of our honeymoon! The stables are very professional, and the guides were great at showing us the ropes. Horses are friendly, calm, and well cared for. This place really has a passion for horses! The views are breathtaking! My wife was actually a bit scared to ride at first but the staff did a great job at calming her nerves and she had a blast!!”

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6.2 Hour Horseback Riding Sunset Tour with Dore’s Riding Stable

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $120

Meet Delwin and his horses for a two-hour sunset ride through lower Cap Estate, along the coast, and to Pigeon Pointe or Emerald Bay. Swim with the horses, visit Gros Islet, and stop for refreshments. Foals and Silver the dog may join the outing.

“Very professional and friendly, transport arrived on time. Our guide was very accommodating and was very flexible on our tour. Beautiful scenery, had a wonderful tour. Would highly recommend.”

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7.East Coast Horseback Riding, Waterfall & Soufriere Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $240

Spend a full day with East Coast Riding Stable, combining horseback riding through rainforest, mangroves, and Fond d’Or Bay with Sault Falls and Soufriere’s drive-in volcano. Guides including Andre and Paul may tailor the pace, with hotel pickup and a private vehicle included.

“This day was so much fun! Started with a timely pickup from our hotel. Super friendly driver and guides took us first to horseback riding. Really good horses (well cared for), and fantastic guides took us through mangroves and to the beach, Read more”

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8.Gros Islet Village Horseback Riding run with Dore’s riding Stable

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $120

Ride from Cap Estate with Dore’s local guides past Pigeon Pointe Beach to Gros Islet Village. Learn about the Friday Night Street Party, stop for a Piton beer, then swim bareback in the sea with a friendly horse. Juan, Nancy, foal companions, and Silver the dog may join the ride.

“I had a wonderful time with Juan, horse Nancy, and Silver our four leg-git protector. There were great sites to see and swimming with a horse was an unexpected treat. I would definitely take this tour again. Please try it for yourself. You won't be disappointed.”

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9.Horseback Riding Adventure Tour in St. Lucia

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $153

This private St. Lucia horseback ride takes you from Gros Islet through open meadows, a local town, and along two Atlantic beaches. Guides including Bush Man and Resse help riders of different skill levels, with time for beach cantering, horse swimming, snacks, drinks, and hotel or port transfers.

“Incredible! To be taken on horseback to beautiful beaches and swim in the sea on them, was a wonderful experience. The horses are lovely and their owner and his sons are so kind and look after you.”

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