The Colombian Horse Experience – Beach Ride & Paso Colombiano Show in Cartagena

Learn about Colombia’s national-breed Paso horses at a traditional ranch, then ride gentle Creole horses along a Caribbean beach — hotel transfers, photos and the smoothest gait in the world, all in one experience.

Quick facts

• Duration: 4 hours
• Location: Cartagena, Colombia (Manzanillo del Mar)
• Level: All levels — beginners and experts welcome
• Guide: Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Transfers: Hotel pick-up and drop-off

The experience

Discover the Colombian horse through two unique experiences. At a traditional ranch you’ll learn about the Colombian Paso horse — a breed declared part of the national heritage — and enjoy its extraordinarily smooth gait, energy and character while riding one of these magnificent animals.

Afterwards, head to a Caribbean beach for a guided ride on calm Creole horses. You can even ride into the water with your horse, with accompaniment at all times, while your guide takes the photos so you can simply enjoy the ride.

Itinerary

1. Pick-up & beach ride. Hotel pick-up and transfer to Hotel Grand Sirenis (Manzanillo del Mar), 20 minutes from the historic centre. Welcome drink and instructions, then a photo session. One-hour beach ride — you may enter the water with the horse, with accompaniment throughout. Afterwards, return to the restaurant with non-alcoholic hydrating drinks.
2. Paso Colombiano show. After a rest, transfer to a ranch 20 minutes from Manzanillo del Mar for a one-hour show of Colombian Paso horses, with explanations from the guide. You can ride the Paso horses on the premises. This is a dynamic activity, suitable for all kinds of travellers. Return to your hotel.

Highlights

• Meet the Colombian Paso horse, a breed declared part of Colombia’s national heritage
• Feel the famously smooth paso gait while riding a Paso horse at a traditional ranch
• Guided beach ride on calm Creole horses — ride right into the sea if you like
• Small groups, bilingual guide and hotel transfers included
• Welcome drink, hydrating drinks and digital photos included

What’s included

• Private hotel transfer
• Colombian Paso horse show
• Beach horseback ride on Creole horses
• Local guide
• Safety helmet
• Digital photos
• Welcome drink and non-alcoholic hydrating drinks

What’s not included

• Gratuities (recommended)

Good to know

• Meeting & return point: Hotel pick-up in Cartagena
• Duration: 4 hours in total; the Paso show lasts one hour (longer for groups of more than 4 passengers)
• Horses: Beach rides are on calm Creole horses (not Paso horses), suitable for beginners and experts alike. Paso rides take place at the ranch.
• Departure time: 8:30 or 14:30
• Rates: the published price is the base rate for 2 passengers (€169 each). For groups of 3 to 6 passengers a reduced rate of €163 per person applies; this rate is coordinated directly with us and a different price is not published. One single passenger pays the individual rate of €293 (billing minimum).
• What to wear: Comfortable sportswear, closed footwear, cap and a light jacket
• Suitability: Not recommended for pregnant travellers or anyone with back, heart or other serious medical conditions. Not wheelchair accessible.
• Weather-dependent: if cancelled for poor weather, you’ll be offered another date or a full refund.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of the experience for a full refund.

Frequently asked questions

What’s a Colombian Paso horse?
A Colombian breed declared part of the national heritage, famous for its exceptionally smooth gait — with a rhythm of its own, full of energy and character.

Which horses do I ride at the beach?
Calm Creole horses (not Paso horses), suitable for beginners and experts alike.

Where does the show take place?
At a ranch 20 minutes from Manzanillo del Mar, after the beach ride. You can also ride the Paso horses there.

Are photos included?
Yes, your guide takes digital photos.

Ready to meet the Colombian horse? Check availability and reserve your spot today.