The 6 Most Popular Horse Riding Trips in Mexico City

1.Horseback, Culture & Mexican Flavors Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 67 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $239Our pick

Yunuen and the Torres Equestrian Adventures team take you from central Mexico City to a family ranch near Tepetlaoxtoc for a horseback ride of about two hours. Expect a riding introduction, mountain trails, traditional snacks, and a barbecue lunch with drinks. Private transport is included, and the ride is adapted to riders’ experience and conditions.

“I spent a delightful day with Francisco who was a very friendly, attentive and entertaining host, which I greatly appreciated as a solo female traveler. Everything was terrific from the communication and hospitality to the horse riding and the delicious food, drinks and company. Every detail was taken care of so all I had to do was relax and enjoy the day! 5 stars.”

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2.Exclusive Horseback Ride w/ Mexican Charros Family in México City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) Top rated

Spend about six hours with Luis and his family, leaving central Mexico City for the forest trails of Los Dinamos. Ride for more than two and a half hours with a cowboy guide, crossing streams and passing river vegetation on calm, cared-for horses. Aurelio helps with horse handling, and lunch is included. The route is guided, not a free ride or a race.

“We had an amazing time with Luis and Aurelio! Luis picked us up in the center of the city and drove us to the outskirts where Aurelio's family home is. He even stopped at his favorite bakery to buy us a delicious slice of tres leches peach cake! Once we got to the home we started the horse back ride. They took us through the village and mountains, the views were beautiful and it was lovely to be in the forest which was an experience we wouldn't have gotten in CDMX if we didn't do this tour. As two women we felt very safe traveling with Luis and Aurelio. They…”

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3.Horseback Riding in the Forest and Breakfast in Cabin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $161

Meet Omar at Fuente de Cibeles at 9 am for transport to Los Dinamos, a forested mountain area outside Mexico City. After a short riding lesson, follow steep trails on horseback with local guides, then stop for a meal in a cabin or village restaurant. The five-hour outing includes transport and lunch, with groups capped at 10.

“That was the best horseback riding experience I've had. The set up of the trip was fantastic. The tour guide Omar was incredible. We stopped at a restaurant that served me the best meal I've had in Mexico. 10/10 would definitely recommend.”

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4.Ride Horses, Learn to Cook with Locals in Mexico City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Luis picks you up at Casa Bruna in Condesa and takes you to meet his uncle Aurelio, a charro who teaches the basics of handling and riding a horse. Ride through a village and mountain trails, then cook tortillas, salsas, sopes and more at a family cabin. The eight-hour outing includes lunch and private transport; drinks are extra.

“If I could give this tour 100 stars I would. This was hands-down my favorite experience while visiting Mexico City. Luis picked us up at our hotel and took us to his uncles home where we saddled up and rode through town to the mountains. The views from the mountains were beautiful. Uncle Aurelio is a true charro and taught us how to handle the horse and walked alongside us the entire way. I don’t have too much experience riding horses, but I felt completely comfortable on the horse even with the language barrier between us. We tied up the horses and walked to a beautiful spring side town where…”

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5.CDMX Forest Adventure: ATVs, Horses, Ziplines & Transport

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $180

Head from Mexico City to La Marquesa for four ziplines, an inflatable tube run, a 30-minute ATV ride and a 30-minute horseback ride, plus time to eat and explore. Transport and equipment are included. Guide Alberto has led some trips, but your assigned guide may differ.

“One of the best kept secrets in Mexico is an understatement. I have been to six countries and my girlfriend has been to fifteen, and we both agree that this was the single best travel experience we have ever had. The trip offered a very smooth and safe pickup option right from our hotel with great communication on timing, which is a huge asset as the venue is far out in the country and would be difficult to otherwise get to. On our drive, our guide Alberto spoke very good English! He made pleasant conversation with us and provided unique insight into the history and cultural background of Mexico City…”

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6.Horseback Riding through Mexican Haciendas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $160Best value

Spend about nine hours exploring Hidalgo’s countryside, with visits to two colonial haciendas, regional breakfast and lunch, and a two-and-a-half-hour horseback ride. Host Miguel welcomes a small group and provides helmets and safety instructions. The meeting point is in Santo Tomás, Hidalgo, and transport from Mexico City is not included.

“This was my second time doing this hacienda tour, and honestly, I’d do it a third without hesitation. Out of all the experiences I’ve had from Mexico City, this one stands out—not just for the setting but for how it makes you feel.”

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