There are many places for tourists to go horseback riding in Jamaica. You may gallop through the picturesque countryside and onto the seashores where you can ride bareback into the ocean waters, or ride placidly through a plantation trail with fields of banana, and sugarcane on either side of the equestrian path. Or perhaps a hilly trail or even a mountain path would be you style.
A spectacular view of the island is to be found at the end of a mountain trail. Along the way your escort will guide you and tell wonderful stories of the history of Jamaica. For a tremendously exciting time you may even be allowed on a bareback ride along a beach. You would have to be an experienced rider for this delightful ride. Nearly every resort or hotel will be happy to arrange one of these equestrian experiences for you at the time of your choice.
There is a Polo Club at Chukka Cove situated between St. Ann Bay and Runaway Bay. It is a state-of the art riding and polo club. They offer rides along the beach with a choice of riding in the water or just along the beach. One of the most popular day trips is the one provided by Safari Tours. You will not only ride but also stop for river tubing. The horseback riding at Prospect Plantation will be on magnificent horses previously used for polo. Anyone who knows horses realizes the excellent quality and training of polo ponies (they are called that as a nickname since they are actually horses).
Other services for horseback riding in Jamaica can be found in Negril, Montego Bay as well as the South Coast Area, which provide choices for riding into the mountains, through the countryside or onto the beach and into the water.
Another one worth mentioning is Ocho Rios Jamaica Horseback Riding tour. Ride one of their horses down to a splendid beach where your fantasy of riding a horse bareback into the sea becomes reality. Anyone over the age of five and weighing not more than two hundred and fifty pounds can take this tour. I would suggest experience with riding as a prerequisite.
The guides will take you from your Ocho Rios cruise ship in an air conditioned van to the stables. The drive takes you along the North coast of Jamaica and gives you a great chance to see the sights. You will want a camera along for this drive. To avoid losing or damaging an expensive camera, I would suggest buying a disposable one.
Upon arrival at the stables you will have friendly and trained guides to match you with a horse well suited to your level of experience. This adventure is perfect for couples, families and beginners. The professional escorts ensure your security and safety as long as you are honest about your experience with horses. They share their knowledge of the land with you in a continuing narration on the passing scenery. This tour leads you past a great variety of plants and trees as you make your way towards the sand and sea.
Your ride is about two hours long and ends when you get back to the country estate of the stables where you can enjoy refreshments in a setting surrounded with bougainvillea, pimento trees and fishtail palms. They return you via air conditioned vehicle to your cruise ship. Advance reservations are required. This adventure will provide a lifetime memory.
