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Xunantunich horseback riding tour

5.0(173)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 173 reviews5 hBy St Leonard's Tours
Just relaxing with a horse!

About this activity

Experience a special combo of amazing horseback riding and Mayan ruins. Relax on your horse, away from the crowds while enjoying a ride on well-trained Appaloosa, Criollo and Quarter horses in the company of local professional guides.

Ride at a gentle pace on ancient Maya land, open savannah, riverside & jungle trails where you may encounter exotic wildlife and enjoy the beautiful scenery along part of the Mopan River to the Majestic Xunantunich Maya site.

Let this Maya site ignite your imagination of who built these impressive stone structures as you explore ancient pathways like the ancients of yesteryear. After an hour tour of the site, you will be more than happy for your ride back to St Leonard's Stable.

(RECOMMENDED for persons with some outdoor riding experience)

Horses & Maya site, the perfect tour of the countryside.

please call for availability of groups of 11-12pp

What's included

  • ✓bottle water, riding helmet, entrance fee to Xunantunich
  • ✓Local, professional guide
  • ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off in San Ignacio

Not included

  • ✕pickups & drop offs OUTSIDE San Ignacio Town
  • ✕Gratuities
  • ✕pickups OUTSIDE San Ignacio Town must be arranged with local provider prior to tour date.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • min of 2 adults; MAX of 14 pax; WEIGHT LIMIT 245 lbs per rider
  • ATTIRE recommended: Any long pants, comfortable closed toes footwear
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended (NO FLIP FLOPs)
  • NB: SHARED group tours start with 730am pickups in town OR earlier if OUT of town
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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