Half Day Discover Oaxaca Ride

  • Minimum of 2 riders and max of 6 riders with one guide. Private rides available.
  • Approximately 2 hours of riding on-trail. Shorter ride can be requested at same price. Fast-paced rides may be slightly shorter.
  • The pace can be adjusted from a relaxed walking tour to faster gaits for the experienced rider.
  • Depart from the city office 8:30 am. This is the suggested time, private rides can choose their start time.
  • Return around 12:30 pm, about 4 hours from pick-up to drop-off.

1 rider: 3000 pesos
2-4 riders: 2000 pesos per person
5-6 riders: 1700 pesos per person

Holiday Rates & Dates: December 19 – January 4 & October 28 – November 3

1 rider: 3500 pesos
2-4 riders: 2500 pesos per person
5-6 riders: 2200 pesos per person

Notes: Add 500 pesos per person to turn this into an instructional ride.

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  • Up to 2 hours of riding.
  • English and Spanish speaking guide.
  • Refreshments and snacks after the ride.
  • Round trip transport from our office in Oaxaca’s historic city.
  • Suitable clothing: long pants, long sleeves, covered shoes
  • Water bottle (refills available)
  • Sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent
  • Personal medication

To book

  • 100 peso discount for cash payments in pesos
  • Visa, Mastercard and Paypal accepted

To cancel

  • Horseback Mexico is a small outfitter with limited horses and guides 
  • No refunds for cancelled riding tours 
  • Activities can be rescheduled if space is available

Everyone should experience Oaxaca’s extraordinarily diverse nature!

This ride begins at Rancho Pitaya in the rural village of Rojas de Cuauhtemoc, a 30-minute drive outside of the city. Explore the exotic foothills of the Valle de Tlacolula riding safe, well-cared for horses with a knowledgable English-speaking guide. Surround yourself in Oaxaca’s rich biodiversity and traditional culture. Guaranteed “off the beaten track” experience in small groups, on trained horses.

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