The Horseback Riding Tour offers a unique chance to explore San Agustin’s remarkable archaeological sites. Riders will traverse stunning landscapes, encountering impressive stone statues, intricate carvings, and ancient petroglyphs. Knowledgeable guides provide insightful historical commentary, while a small group size ensures personalized attention. With flexible scheduling, this immersive experience allows participants to appreciate the region’s rich cultural heritage and natural beauty. Discover the secrets waiting to be uncovered on this captivating adventure.
Key Points
- The horseback riding tour visits four archaeological sites: Tablón, Chaquira, Pelota, and Purutal, providing an immersive cultural experience.
- The tour offers a small group size, ensuring personalized attention from the knowledgeable guide and tailored experience for each participant.
- Horses are selected based on the rider’s experience level, ensuring a comfortable and safe journey through the archaeological sites.
- The tour includes pickup options, historical insights at each site, and all necessary fees and taxes, providing a hassle-free experience.
- The tour is highly rated by previous participants, with 100% of reviewers giving it a 4.9 out of 5-star rating.
Tour Overview
The horseback riding tour offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore San Agustin’s renowned archaeological sites.
Over the course of the tour, guests will visit captivating locations like La Pelota statues, El Purutal, El Tablon, and La Chaquira.
With a small group size, travelers can expect personalized attention from the guide.
The tour has been highly recommended by 100% of previous participants, who’ve rated it an impressive 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews.
A highly recommended tour, rated an impressive 4.9 out of 5 stars by 100% of previous participants.
This excursion provides an immersive and memorable way to discover the region’s rich cultural heritage.
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Highlights of the Archaeological Sites
Along the horseback riding tour, guests will encounter a variety of captivating archaeological sites that offer glimpses into San Agustin’s rich cultural heritage.
The tour visits La Pelota, a site featuring impressive stone statues. Next is El Purutal, known for its well-preserved architectural structures.
Guests then explore El Tablon, a site with intricate stone carvings and sculptures. The final stop is La Chaquira, which boasts striking rock formations and ancient petroglyphs.
Throughout the tour, a knowledgeable guide provides historical insights, enriching the overall experience for visitors.
Horseback Riding Experience
Riders embark on their horseback riding journey through San Agustin’s archaeological sites, with each horse carefully selected to match the rider’s experience level.
The guided tour provides historical insights at each stop, including the impressive La Pelota statues, El Purutal, El Tablon, and La Chaquira.
The small group size ensures personalized attention, and pickup can be arranged from any location within San Agustin, whether on foot, by vehicle, or directly with the horses.
Participants must have a moderate fitness level, as the tour isn’t wheelchair accessible or recommended for those with back problems, medical conditions, or who are pregnant.
Tour Schedule and Pickup Options
Although various tour times are available to accommodate schedules, travelers can arrange pickup from any location within San Agustin.
Pickup can be on foot, by vehicle, or directly with horses, offering convenience and flexibility.
The tour includes:
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Personalized attention with a small group size
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Historical insights from a knowledgeable guide
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All fees and taxes, along with insurance coverage
This horseback riding experience through San Agustin’s archaeological sites provides an immersive and hassle-free way to explore the region’s fascinating history and natural beauty.
Included Amenities and Gear
The tour provides all the necessary horseback riding gear for participants. This includes a helmet, saddle, and any other equipment needed for a safe and comfortable ride. Participants don’t need to worry about bringing their own gear.
The tour also arranges pickup by horse from the hotel, so travelers can be transported directly to the starting point. All fees and taxes are included in the tour price, providing a hassle-free experience.
Plus, the tour offers insurance coverage, giving participants peace of mind during the adventure.
Participant Eligibility and Considerations
To participate in the horseback riding tour, travelers should have a moderate level of physical fitness.
The tour isn’t recommended for those with back problems, pregnant individuals, or those with serious medical conditions. Plus, the tour isn’t wheelchair accessible.
- The rigors of horseback riding through San Agustin’s archaeological sites may prove challenging for some.
Participants should be prepared to navigate uneven terrain and maintain their balance on the horses.
Those with mobility limitations or health concerns may find this tour unsuitable for their needs.
Booking Details and Policies
Priced from $40.85 per person, the horseback riding tour offers a free cancellation option up to 24 hours before the experience. Travelers can reserve now and pay later, with confirmation received at the time of booking, subject to availability for last-minute bookings. The tour is insured and includes all fees and taxes.
| Booking Info | Details |
| — | — |
| Price | From $40.85 per person |
| Cancellation | Free up to 24 hours before |
| Confirmation | Received at booking |
| Payment | Reserve now, pay later |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Bring My Own Horse for the Tour?
Unfortunately, guests are not permitted to bring their own horses for this tour. The tour provider supplies the horses and riding gear for a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants.
Is There an Age Limit for Participants?
There’s no explicit age limit, but the tour requires moderate physical fitness. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pregnant travelers and those with back problems or serious medical conditions are not recommended for this horseback riding experience.
Can I Request a Specific Breed of Horse?
Travelers can’t request a specific horse breed for this tour. The tour provider selects suitable horses based on the group’s size and fitness level. However, travelers can share any preferences or needs with the provider during booking.
Are There Any Language Options Available for the Tour?
The tour offers guided tours in both English and Spanish. Participants can request their preferred language when booking the experience to ensure a seamless and informative tour.
Can I Extend the Tour Length for an Additional Fee?
Yes, the tour length can be extended for an additional fee. Travelers can request a longer tour when booking, and the provider will accommodate the request if possible, subject to availability and an increased price.
The Sum Up
The Horseback Riding Tour offers a unique opportunity to explore San Agustin’s remarkable archaeological sites, including Tablón, Chaquira, Pelota, and Purutal. Riders will traverse stunning landscapes, encountering impressive stone statues, intricate carvings, and ancient petroglyphs while receiving insightful historical commentary from knowledgeable guides. With a small group size and flexible scheduling, this immersive experience allows participants to appreciate the region’s rich cultural heritage and natural beauty.