The 9 Best Horse Riding Trips in St Lucia

1.Private Beach Horseback Ride with Sandy Hoofs St. Lucia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 356 reviews · from $99Our pick

Spend two hours riding along St. Lucia’s northeastern coast with a private guide from Sandy Hoofs. Follow forest and open trails to two undeveloped beaches, enjoy views of Anse La Voute, and, if the sea is calm, ride bareback into the water. Guides such as Stefon, Arkim, Alpha, and Jordan tailor the pace to your riding level.

“Stefon was very nice and helpful, my girlfriend and I had an amazing experience! Being private also made the tour that much more intimate and fun our guide was able to focus on us and answer any questions we had”

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2.Private Advanced Horseback Beach Ride with Sandy Hoofs St. Lucia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · from $119

Ride with Sandy Hoofs St. Lucia on a private three-hour advanced trail through coastal countryside and four Atlantic beaches. You will need firm control at every pace, including cantering or galloping. The ride may include a horse swim, photo stops, and guides such as Jordan or Mathew.

“It's was amazing experience, the owner and guide was amazing, they took out pictures as well. It's worth it.”

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3.Nature & Historical Horseback Riding Tours St. Lucia

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 54 reviews · from $120

Ride from Cap Estate to Fond d’Or Bay with guides such as Jhudai, Paul, or Rohan. Expect banana and plantain plantations, rainforest paths, old sugar works, local history, a beach stop, coconut water, and a gentle ride suited to beginners. Guides may lead your horse by rope, especially on rough ground.

“If you want to add a little adventure to your trip, definitely add this experience! The scenery was beautiful and I had the beach to myself and a few local kids. I loved it!”

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4.East Coast Horseback Riding & Waterfall Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews · from $160

Ride with East Coast Riding Stable through Fond d’Or Bay’s forest, banana plantations, sugar mill ruins, mangroves, and Atlantic beach. Guides such as Keith, Andre, and Rohan add local detail, while fresh coconut, light snacks, and a stop at secluded Dennery Falls round out this 2 to 4 hour outing. No riding experience is required, but rocky trails suit confident riders best.

“The tour guide was very knowledgeable and helpful. It was a little rainy but still a great time. the views were amazing the waterfall part was wonderful.”

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5.Private Beach Picnic Horseback Ride with Sandy Hoofs St. Lucia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · from $129

Ride privately for two from Sandy Hoofs St. Lucia toward Epouge Bay and Anse La Voute beach. After a short safety briefing and horse match, enjoy Atlantic views, a beach picnic, and, if conditions allow, a swim with your horse. Experienced riders may canter gently on the sand. Guide Jordy has helped novice riders feel at ease.

“Had the best morning of our honeymoon! The stables are very professional, and the guides were great at showing us the ropes. Horses are friendly, calm, and well cared for. This place really has a passion for horses! The views are breathtaking! My wife was actually a bit scared to ride at first but the staff did a great job at calming her nerves and she had a blast!!”

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6.2 Hour Horseback Riding Sunset Tour with Dore’s Riding Stable

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $120

Meet Delwin and his horses near Gros Islet for a two-hour sunset ride through lower Cap Estate and along St Lucia’s coast. You’ll visit Pigeon Pointe or Emerald Bay, stop at a local bar, then swim with the horses as the sun sets. Foals and Silver, the stable’s friendly dog, may join the ride.

“Very professional and friendly, transport arrived on time. Our guide was very accommodating and was very flexible on our tour. Beautiful scenery, had a wonderful tour. Would highly recommend.”

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7.East Coast Horseback Riding, Waterfall & Soufriere Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $240

Spend about nine hours with East Coast Riding Stable on a private St. Lucia tour that combines horseback riding at Fond d’Or Bay, Sault Falls, and the La Soufriere drive-in volcano. Guides including Andre and Paul lead the day, with hotel pickup, beach riding, photo stops, and time for a mud bath.

“Enjoyed all of the excursion. Andre and Paul were fantastic!! Loved horseback riding. The waterfall was beautiful even though the season made it less water. And the mud bath was fun and a new experience.”

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8.Gros Islet Village Horseback Riding run with Dore’s riding Stable

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $120

Ride with Dore’s Riding Stable from Cap Estate past Pigeon Pointe Beach into Gros Islet. Local guides, including Juan, lead you through the Friday Night Street Party area before a Piton beer stop and a bareback swim with the horses. Small groups can include foals and Silver, a friendly dog.

“I had a wonderful time with Juan, horse Nancy, and Silver our four leg-git protector. There were great sites to see and swimming with a horse was an unexpected treat. I would definitely take this tour again. Please try it for yourself. You won't be disappointed.”

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9.Horseback Riding Adventure Tour in St. Lucia

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $153

Ride with Bush Man, Resse, and their team from Gros Islet through meadows, a local town, and two Atlantic beaches. You get a safety briefing, helmet and saddle fitting, drinks, snacks, hotel or port transfers, and time to ride through the water or swim with your horse. The private format suits first-time riders who want patient support.

“Nice horses. Great guides, including Bushman and Resse. Very diverse tour of the forest, beach and a very pretty local town full of vibrant people. High highly recommend. Go to Prudy’s Escape bar on the beach nearby to finish a great day.”

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