| Trekking Costa Rica on horseback is only for those who are prepared to have total confidence in the abilities of a horse. The Spanish knew what they were doing when they introduced the Criollio horse to the Americas. These Berber horses were brought in from North Africa to serve in the extremes of Central America. Brave and strong like the Arab but without their temperamental qualities, and as sure footed as mountain goats. That is just as well, because while there are plenty of options for novice riders, Costa Rica offers the more experienced equestrians the opportunity of venturing off the beaten path into areas that are wild, and mountainous. | |
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Woody's Horseback Tours: Accompanied by an expert guide, there is no better way of exploring a rain forest. The horse's gently plodding hooves do nothing to scare away the forest animals. Being on horseback makes a comfortable spot for watching bird life; the soaring hawks over the grasslands and darting hummingbirds in the forests, not to mention the incredible blue morpho butterfly |
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Costa Rica has many remote waterfalls with crystal swimming holes only accessible by horseback or a long, long trek. And while walking along an endless stretch of deserted beach can lose its appeal after the first few hours, a gallop at sunset is unforgettable. Exploring Costa Rica on horseback allows you to become an honorary member of rural communities where riding is still an important method of getting around. Every year there is less "nature in the raw" for the horse riding adventurer. Around the globe, formerly isolated and pristine areas fall victim to humanity's urge to pave the earth. Located near the beach and in the mountains, we have access to some of the country's most beautiful and pristine areas. See how the real Ticos live. Visit a pueblo accessible only on horseback (Santo Cristo). |
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Bird watching: Another favorite pastime here at the Bella Vista lodge |
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