🐎 Los Naranjos Horseback Riding: Feel the Magic of River and Beach near Tayrona

tierranativa27
Sep 9
2 min read

If you are looking for an unforgettable adventure during your trip to Santa Marta, Colombia, the Los Naranjos Beach Horseback Riding Tour is the perfect choice. Just minutes away from Tayrona National Natural Park, this experience combines a gentle horseback ride through jungle trails, crossing the Piedras River, and arriving at the Caribbean Sea, where the mountains meet the ocean.

Los Naranjos horseback riding near Tayrona National Park with stunning beach views

🌿 Why choose horseback riding at Los Naranjos?

Wildlife and nature: Spot monkeys, titi monkeys, tropical birds, and even the caiman that lives at the river’s mouth.
Breathtaking landscapes: A unique combination of mountains, river, jungle, and beach.
Cultural connection: Learn about medicinal plants and local traditions while riding well-trained and gentle horses.

👉 This tour is highly rated on Tripadvisor, with travelers praising the stunning scenery and the professionalism of the local guides.

Travelers on a guided horseback riding tour in Los Naranjos near Tayrona Colombia

🐴 Tour schedule and itinerary When you choose Los Naranjos horseback riding, you will truly Feel the Magic of River and Beach near Tayrona. This unique adventure combines crossing the Piedras River, spotting wildlife, and riding along pristine Caribbean sands while enjoying the unforgettable beauty of Santa Marta.

The horseback ride lasts about 3 hours. You can choose between two schedules:

Morning (8:00 am – 11:00 am): Perfect for enjoying the freshness of the day and the calm of the river.
Afternoon (3:00 pm – 6:00 pm): The best choice for witnessing the magic of the sunset at Los Naranjos Beach.

Tourists enjoying Los Naranjos horseback riding across the Piedras River at sunset

📷 Recommendations for travelers

Bring sunglasses and sunscreen.
Don’t forget your camera or phone to capture wildlife and amazing landscapes.
Wear comfortable clothes and closed shoes suitable for horseback riding.

🌅 The highlight: A Caribbean sunset

If you take the afternoon tour, you’ll be rewarded with a spectacular sunset. As the sun sets over the horizon, the sky turns orange, violet, and gold, creating the perfect setting for a peaceful ride along the beach. Feel the Magic of River and Beach near Tayrona

Feel the magic of Los Naranjos horseback riding: river, jungle, and Caribbean beach

💬 Traveler reviews

Travelers describe the experience as:

“The best activity we did in Santa Marta! The horses were calm, the guide was super friendly, and the scenery was breathtaking. Watching the sunset on horseback was unforgettable.”