My husband and I had a great time on this horseback ride! This is our 3rd horseback ride, but 1st…read moreone here in St. Croix. This is also the 1st time we got to ride horses onto the beach and into the ocean! I brought carrots for my horse and he loved it. I rode a horse name Warrior and my husband rode a horse named Flip Flops. Both were great horses! Our guides were Mary and Tarin and they were awesome! Our trip started on the beach and then went into the rain forest. We saw two colorful iguanas but other than that, we didn't see much else. Lots of mango and tamarind trees and a couple of old termite mounds. I just enjoyed the horseback ride. The weather was nice and comfortable with a few sprinkles. After our ride through the rainforest, we headed back to the beach so the horses could take a dip in the water. Rainbow beach is beautiful! The water was warm and clear and we got some great pictures of ourselves. Mary and Tarin were so accommodating in taking pictures of all of us. I highly recommend Cruzan Cowgirls Horseback!

OMG!!! This was an amazing excursion! I am so glad we found these ladies as the excursion and the…read moreattention given to us was top-notch! Our small group consisted of one experienced rider, one rider with some experience, and two novice riders. The girls who led the ride were both amazing and were eager to talk about the history of the island and our horses, which were all rescues, save one. They shared stories of how the horses got their names, as well as how they'd survived on the island with no power for almost a year after a hurricane destroyed the island's infrastructure. Our ride took us through the old sugar plantations and onto the beach before taking us into the water. Before entering the water, we were warned about the behaviors to watch for in our horses that would indicate the horse was about to lay down in the water, as they like to do sometimes and what to do if the horse did lay down. My horse, Alien, apparently loves the water so much that he moans the entire time, and he loves swimming! This was not your typical cruise ship excursion where you walk your horse in the shallow water. We were in about 5' of water, and it was AWESOME!!! I felt like I could have stayed and ridden horses on the beach and in the water all day, and yes, Alien made his "ohhhh this feels so good" noises the entire time we were in the water. My shorts were completely soaked, but I expected that and I wasn't bothered by it! The warm sun meant they dried quickly. I rode barefoot because I was wearing flip flops, and I didn't want to risk losing them on the ride. It was my choice, but I recommend if you're not comfortable with riding barefoot, wear something like water shoes, old sneakers, or Crocs. I've added a picture of me on Alien just before we went out into the water.

Unforgettable, Heart-Centered Experience with Cowboy Steve…read more Our horseback riding experience in St. Croix with Cowboy Steve was truly unforgettable. From the moment we arrived, it was clear that this was more than just a tour--it was a meaningful, soulful experience led by an incredible human being. Cowboy Steve is a deeply spiritual, compassionate man who genuinely cares about people, animals, and the experience he creates. He and his helpers went above and beyond to make sure we felt safe, comfortable, and fully present the entire time. Their patience, kindness, and attentiveness--especially with my children--meant everything to us. This is one of those experiences that stays with you long after it's over. The memories my children made that day are ones they will carry with them forever, and I'm so grateful for the love, intention, and care that went into every moment. If you're looking for more than just an activity--something authentic, grounding, and truly special--this is it. Highly recommend. Scott & Andrea

This is definitely a, "must do" on St. Croix....Cowboy Steve was awesome, the horses were great and…read morethe day was amazing! It was a terrific experience!

Abigail was amazing. Took us horseback riding along the beautiful beach. Horse are well trained and…read morecared for. My family and I had an amazing time

I absolutely loved our experience riding around the island and the beach. Our guide was wonderful…read moreand made us feel safe. I would definitely do this again.

Best horse-riding experience I've ever had! Nicholas was kind and gracious. He took me all over…read morethis beautiful space surrounding the Carambola Golf course. He talked about indigenous species to St. Croix, the seasons, nature, and answered all of the questions I had about St. Croix. My horse Beauty was such a delight and easy to ride. The finale was moving into a clearing and seeing these cute little cows. I think my ride lasted for about 2 hours. Come prepared with your own snack and a bottle of water. I highly recommend you bring a fanny pack for your camera and wallet, although, Nick took care of holding my loose items and made sure my purse was safe and secure. Also stay tuned because they have some wonderful features developing for a couple's ride. Nick gave me all the confidence in the world, that's how I got to stand on top of a horse. Proudest moment ever!

It was an awesome experience. We heard about the tour from someone at the dive shop and decided to…read morecheck it out; I'm glad we did! Nick and Folksy were very friendly and knowledgeable and taught us a lot about the island. The horses were well-trained and clearly well taken care of, although my wife had a bit of a battle of wills with hers! Nick showed her how to properly control the horse, making it a funny memory rather than anything that took away from the experience. The tour largely takes place on the horse preserve/sanctuary that Nick runs, so it was really cool to see the different horses and learn about their lineage. Hopefully you'll get lucky and meet Monster, who is a beautiful horse despite the name. I can't recommend this tour enough, we're looking forward to doing it again someday. But just remember to wear sunscreen- it's a rainforest tour but the best (breathtaking) views are at the top of the hill exposed to the sun. Dab on some sunscreen and you'll be glad you went.

They have you sign a waiver stating they are not responsible if something happens to you. This is…read moreabsolutely correct because while I was riding, one of their horses came up from the rear and bit me on the thigh, causing me to fall off the horse break six ribs and get a puncture lung. They have no liability at all. Any injuries that you sustain is on you. Ride at your own risk.

The lady we booked with was a sweetheart and called us after the excursion to make sure it was…read moreamazing. Jessie was a great instructor. My girlfriend has ridden her whole life whereas i have only done it once prior. He was extremely knowledgable and showed me everything. What was great is that they have about 20 horses (mostly named after booze) and each suited for different personalities. Riding on the beach and in the ocean was remarkable with the beautiful island views!

I had an excellent time here! On a recent trip to San Juan, I participated in the horseback riding…read moretrail and it was the best time! I would definitely do it again! The horses are friendly! The farm is beautiful and the guides are great! When you arrive, look out for the signs to check in and there is a cool mojito bar as well! Wonderful experience!

Campo Rico has so many fun activities to choose from, but we decided on the one-hour horseback…read moreride, and it was such a great choice! When you check in, you hang out in their bar/restaurant area until it's time for your ride, which sets a nice, relaxed vibe. Then they take you over to get your safety gear and a quick lesson before introducing you to your horse. My horse, Sol, was absolutely lovely, sweet, steady, and honestly knew the trail so well that she sometimes led me through shortcuts and picked up the pace right when she needed to. It made the ride even more fun and memorable! The trail itself was beautiful, and the whole experience felt safe and well-run. Overall, it was a wonderful way to see Puerto Rico in a different light, and I'd definitely recommend it to anyone visiting.

I booked the zipline tour with Ecoquest Experiences & Tours via Carnival Cruise Lines while in San…read moreJuan. There was a lengthy but smooth bus ride over to the location. Once on site, we had a few minutes in the Margarita Bar to take a bathroom break, grab water or snack, etc. Then we went to another area to get our gear put on and then headed to the first line. Before getting started one of the guides gave instructions on what not to do with the gear, how to hold on and how to pull yourself in if you don't make it all of the way to the next platform. Next the adventure began. I don't recall the description saying that there were open-slated wooden bridges to cross or slightly steep and possibly slippery hills to climb. I can say that my nerves, glutes and hamstrings got an intense workout. lol. The last line ends back at the Margarita Bar, perfect for if you need a shot after. The guides help you get all of the gear off. The views were great, and I really did enjoy myself. I made it across successfully on all 5 lines. It was more work than I bargained for but I'm glad that I went and would consider doing it again. All of the tour guides assisting us were great and everyone in our tour survived the experience.

This was an excursion offered through Carnival Cruise Line while in San Juan…read more My fiancée and I did the ziplining thru ecoquest. The grounds were gorgeous - it was great walking / hiking thru the natural landscape to get to the 5 lines. The lines were shorter than I had hoped, but we still very much enjoyed ourselves. It was great learning more about the area - our guides were very informative!

I originally posted this review a few months ago, but on their old page. I'm just te-posting it…read morehere on their new page: It is no longer called Rancho Buena Vista. It is now called Hacienda Buena Vista. It is located in the same place in Palmas del Mar. Just follow the signs to the Equestrian center. They now have a website (haciendabuenavista.com), as well as FB and IG pages. This makes it so much easier to reach them and get up to date info. Before it was a hassle. You can reserve a tour via phone or the website. Unfortunately, we didn't know this. I was used to the old ways of just showing up. We wanted a pony ride for our son. I'm sure they will take walk-ins if there's space available. Not this time. It was Sunday, which seems to be their busiest day. Plus they were short staffed. They told us they didn't have anybody available for another 40min. My wife didn't want to wait that long so we left. Next time. The guy suggested we reserve for Saturday which is less busy. I'll keep that in mind when making a reservation. In addition to horseback riding and pony rides, they also offer a stable tour and bike rides. They also breed and train horses. I believe they also giving riding lessons. Just ask.

What a delightful 1 1/2 hour ride, mostly along the beach in Vieques island in Puerto Rico…read more Our guide, Jimmy, was excellent. Highly recommended!

Jimmy was an amazing host and the wife had a blast riding on the beaches and in the water. Horses…read morewere wonderful and easy to ride. Highly recommended!!

Go here! My wife and…read moreI had a memorable time on our private ride with our guide, William. We were additionally accompanied by a wonderful dog named Rooster, you must meet this lovable companion who had positive enthusiasm and boundless energy. Our tour took us through two beaches including the famous Black-Sand-Beach. We also rode through picturesque grazing areas as well as secluded woodland. William, our guide, took many pictures of us which will treasure forever. We HIGHLY recommend this experience.

Elizabeth did a great job orienting us to the horses then led us on a gorgeous ride through the…read moreisland and down to the black sand beach. We got a great view of parts of the island we wouldn't have otherwise seen. Highly recommend the experience.