Caribe Horse
ETHICAL HORSEBACK RIDING TOURS – Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica –
Clinics, Natural Horsemanship, Hippotherapy, Horseback Riding Lessons and more…
Professional, ethical horseback riding experiences on beautiful and beloved rescued horses in the South Caribbean.
WHY CHOOSE CARIBE HORSE
1. Ethical Horseback Riding
Every experience is built around horse welfare, respecting physical and emotional balance.
2. Rescued Horses – Real Impact
By joining our tours, you directly support rescued horses and help us assist others in need.
3. Local Expert Guides
Our local guides allow you to deeply discover the wildlife, nature, history, and culture of this unique Caribbean environment.
4. Professional and Academic Expertise
Over 40 years of experience, European training, and a strong technical and scientific approach.
5. Unique Structure and Lifetime Care
Dedicated facilities and a protected retirement area for horses who no longer work.
6. More Than a Tour
Lessons, clinics, communication programs, and future volunteering and therapeutic activities
Local Guides & Real Knowledge
All experiences are guided by local experts, deeply connected to the territory.
We combine local knowledge with international equestrian education, allowing guests to discover wildlife, culture, and the natural environment in an authentic and informed way.
A True Ethical Horse Project
All our horses are rescued from neglect or mistreatment and are part of our family.
Their physical and psychological well-being is at the center of everything we do.
Every activity is designed around their needs, not tourism demands.
Our work is based on natural horsemanship, communication, and trust, inspired by classical masters and supported by modern scientific knowledge.
Horseback Riding in the South Caribbean
Our tours take place along the most beautiful areas of the South Caribbean, including Cocles, Playa Chiquita, Punta Uva, Playa Arrecife, Playa Grande and Manzanillo.
Riding through beaches and rainforest allows you to explore this environment in a natural, respectful, and low-impact way.
Each experience is adapted to the rider’s level, from beginners to experienced riders, always prioritizing safety, balance, and correct communication with the horse.
Welcome to Caribe Horse!
Caribe Horse is a family-run equestrian project based in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica, dedicated to ethical horseback riding, horse rescue, natural horsemanship, and horseback riding lessons.
Our experiences are designed for travelers who seek more than a standard tour:
a deeper connection with horses, nature, and local culture.
Discover the Caribbean through a more conscious and immersive experience, guided by expertise, respect, and over 40 years of experience.
Our well-cared-for rescued horses guide you through the Caribbean beaches and rainforest of the South Caribbean, including Cocles, Playa Chiquita, Punta Uva, Playa Arrecife, Playa Grande and Manzanillo, in the Talamanca region, Limón Province. Riding with them allows you to explore these landscapes in a natural and low-impact way, becoming part of the environment rather than simply observing it.
All our horses come from situations of neglect or mistreatment. They are part of our family and true partners in this project. Their physical and psychological well-being is always our priority, and every activity is carefully designed around their needs.
With over 40 years of experience, European academic training, and a strong technical background, including classical horsemanship inspired by the great masters and psychology supported by university education, our approach is based on mutual respect, love, and gentle communication.
These principles are expressed through natural horsemanship, ensuring high standards of quality, care, and attention to detail.
We operate from a dedicated facility where our horses receive daily professional care. Horses that are older or no longer able to participate in activities live freely in our protected mountain area near Cahuita, where they enjoy a peaceful and natural environment for the rest of their lives.
Our experiences are not mass tourism. They are carefully managed to ensure balance, safety, and respect for both horse and rider, offering a meaningful and authentic experience.
Help Rescue Horses- Support Our Ethical Horse Project
Caribe Horse is not a mass tourism business.
It is an ethical project built around the rescue and long-term care of horses
At Caribe Horse, our mission is clear: to rescue horses, give them a better life, and offer ethical, meaningful horseback riding experiences in the South Caribbean of Costa Rica.
Every tour, clinic, or activity you join directly supports the welfare of our rescued horses and the sustainability of our project.
Maintaining rescued horses in this region is complex. The tropical climate, humidity, and seasonal conditions require constant care, daily management, and continuous maintenance of infrastructure, paddocks, and trails.
To guarantee the highest standards, all essential supplies – including hay, feed, vitamins, minerals, veterinary products, and riding equipment – are carefully selected and often imported from the Central Valley, Guanacaste, or from abroad.
Veterinary care is a top priority. While we provide daily monitoring and first aid on-site, specialized treatments are carried out by our trusted veterinarian from the Central Valley, ensuring professional, ethical, and consistent care for each horse.
These standards, together with the quality of nutrition, equipment, and management, explain the level of our services and distinguish our work from other horseback riding experiences.
All our activities – from beach and jungle horseback riding tours to lessons, clinics, and future therapeutic programs – are designed with horse welfare as the priority.
Every booking and every visit directly contributes to:
• daily care
• veterinary assistance
• rehabilitation
• infrastructure
• long-term welfare
Everything is fully reinvested into the horses, their environment, and the continuous development of an ethical and professional project.
Our commitment goes beyond our own horses.
We actively support the local community by offering guidance, assistance, and, when possible, veterinary support, feed, and resources to horses in need outside our structure.
Our long-term goal is to expand our facilities, rescue more horses, and provide a safe, respectful, and stable environment for each of them.
You can support this project by joining our experiences, making a donation, or participating in our virtual adoption program.
Every contribution helps maintain high standards of care and allows us to continue rescuing and supporting horses in Costa Rica.
We invite you to meet each of our horses in the “Our Horses” section and discover their individual stories.
Together, we can build a more ethical, conscious, and sustainable future for these extraordinary animals.
Our Horses – Ethical Horse Care in Costa Rica
At Caribe Horse, we dedicate our lives to providing rescued horses with the care, knowledge, and respect they truly need.
All our horses come from situations of neglect, mistreatment, or misunderstanding. Each one has a unique story, background, and personality. Our horses range from 4 to 25 years old, and not all of them are able, or meant, to participate in activities. Some are fully rehabilitated and can be part of our experiences, while others, due to age, physical condition, or past trauma, live exclusively as part of our family without working.
The oldest horses, or those with more complex pasts, are retired in our 79-acre private reserve on the mountainside, within a protected biological corridor in the South Caribbean of Costa Rica. There, they live in freedom, with individualized care and a peaceful environment for the rest of their lives.
At Caribe Horse, horse welfare goes far beyond basic care.
Correct nutrition, veterinary assistance, and love are essential, but they are not enough on their own.
Providing an adequate environment is fundamental. In tropical climates like the South Caribbean, horses require proper infrastructure, including safe, dry shelters and well-designed spaces that protect them from constant humidity and heavy rains. The absence of appropriate structures is, in itself, a form of neglect.
Equally important is technical knowledge.
Working with horses without understanding biomechanics, posture, and correct riding practices can cause serious physical damage, including muscular and skeletal issues. For this reason, every activity is based on professional knowledge, correct training methods, and a deep understanding of the horse’s body.
The psychological aspect is just as important as the physical one.
Many forms of mistreatment are not visible. Fear, confusion, pressure, and lack of communication can deeply affect a horse’s well-being, just as happens in human relationships.
Our approach is based on natural horsemanship, communication, trust, and respect for each horse as an individual. Every horse has its own personality, sensitivity, and history, and must be approached accordingly.
Beyond our own horses, we are actively committed to supporting the local community by promoting ethical horse care. We provide guidance, assistance, and, when possible, support for horses outside our structure, helping improve their living conditions and raising awareness about correct management and respect.
Our goal is not performance, but long-term physical and psychological well-being, ensuring that every horse can live a life that respects its nature, its needs, and its individuality.
We are committed to animal welfare, ethical horseback riding, and environmental responsibility, and we continue to develop our project through education, clinics, volunteering programs, and therapeutic activities for those who want to truly understand and respect horses.
Ethical Horseback Riding Tours in Puerto Viejo – Costa Rica
Make your time in the Caribbean truly special with an unforgettable horseback riding experience through the most incredible beaches and jungles of Costa Rica. Our tours guide you along pristine Caribbean beaches and through lush rainforest trails, ensuring an immersive and ethical adventure.
We welcome all riders, from beginners and children to experienced equestrians. Those seeking exclusive attention or a more personalized experience can enjoy our private tours, tailored to your skill level and preferences.
Our tours are designed to let you connect deeply with our rescued horses, experiencing the South Caribbean paradise in the most ecological and harmonious way possible, respecting nature and animal welfare.
Advance booking is recommended and required. Join us and discover the beauty, adventure, and ethical horse riding experiences along Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast!
Discover Ethical Horseback Riding in Puerto Viejo
Explore the Caribbean coast through an immersive horseback riding experience across beaches and rainforest.
Suitable for beginners, families, and experienced riders.
Private tours are available for a more personalized experience.
Advance booking is required.
Private & Custom Horseback Riding Experiences
We offer private and tailor-made experiences for those looking for something more exclusive.
Perfect for couples, experienced and professional riders, or guests who want a personalized and deeper experience with horses and nature.
Volunteering – Horse Rescue & Natural Horsemanship
Come and learn about natural horsemanship with our rescued horses in a unique tropical environment in the South Caribbean of Costa Rica.
We offer volunteering programs starting from a minimum of 2 weeks, designed for people who want to deeply understand horses, their behavior, and their needs, while actively contributing to an ethical rescue project.
Our daily work is entirely centered around the horses and their well-being.
Volunteers become part of this process, supporting activities that require consistency, responsibility, and attention to detail.
Caribe Horse is a family-run project where tours, lessons, clinics, and donations are essential to sustain the rescue and long-term care of the horses. These are demanding activities that require continuous effort, and the contribution of volunteers plays an important role in maintaining high standards of care for both horses and guests.
During their experience, volunteers can learn about:
• natural horsemanship and communication
• behavior and psychological consequences of mistreatment
• horse welfare, care, and daily management
• natural riding principles
• health challenges and treatments in tropical environments
Our approach is based on the study of equine behavior, communication, psychology, and biomechanics, developed over centuries of knowledge and continuously deepened through experience and education.
Each horse is an individual, with a unique history, personality, and sensitivity.
For this reason, working with horses requires not only technical knowledge, but also the ability to observe, understand, and respect their nature and their past experiences.
Many horses that come from difficult situations carry not only physical, but also psychological trauma. Understanding and respecting this aspect is essential to building trust and supporting their rehabilitation.
This experience is designed for people who want to go beyond a simple activity and truly understand what it means to work with horses in an ethical, conscious, and responsible way.
