Ride through the waves on horseback! Discover the rich history and culture of Jamaica as you ride on your beautiful horse through the wooded areas where the Taino Indians used to hunt for food. Stop off at the beach where you'll be served some refreshments in the shade of a beach hut before heading into the crystal clear water for a refreshing swim!
- Conducted in English
Begin with a visit to Seville Great House and Heritage Park on Jamaica's north coast, which houses a wealth of artifacts relating to the area's history and culture. Then its time to mount up and visit all the places that you have learnt about, riding by castles and sugar factories dating back nearly 500 years.
Learn about the culture of the Taino Indians, their beliefs, habits and existence, before Columbus landed and the island was colonized under the Spanish flag. Ride through a natural wetland, shaded by almond and coconut trees, and see the excavations carried out by archaeologists, keen to uncover the deep rooted history of this area.
On arrival at the beach, enjoy a taste to local produce in a jungle beach hut, before you strip down to your bathing suit for a dash through the waves on horseback. For your safety, the saddles are left on, so you don't have to worry about staying on! Your return ride takes you along the deserted beach, where herons and other waterbirds fish in the shallow waters. You'll travel through the mangroves, which hide the remains of an eighteenth century warehouse and by an ancient waterwheel which powered the old sugar mill on this former sugar plantation.
A history lesson and beach ride in one! No experience required, suitable for all skill levels.
Schedule details
Heritage Beach Horse Ride
Departure Point:
Tour commences with pickup from your Ocho Rios, Runaway Bay hotel or the cruise ship port
Departure Time:
- 8:30am
- 1:30pm
Pricing information
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Tour options:
Departs at 9am. Includes pickup/drop off from Ocho Rios hotels Code: OR0900
Conducted in English
Departs at 2pm. Includes pickup/drop off from Ochos Rios hotels Code: OR1400
Conducted in English
Departs at 9am. Includes pickup/drop off from Runaway Bay hotels Code: RB0900
Conducted in English
Departs at 2pm. Includes pickup/drop off from Runaway Bay hotels Code: RB1400
Conducted in English
Additional information
Heritage Beach Horse Ride
Inclusions:
- Hotel / pier pickup and drop off
- Professional guide
- Helmet
- Visit to Great House Museum
- Taste of local Produce
- Fruits on completion of the Ride
Exclusions:
- Gratuities (optional)
- Refreshments available for sale
Additional Information:
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- Weight Limit: Passengers must not exceed 240lbs to participate in this tour
- There is no age limit on this tour, however, all children must be able to handle their own horse which will be led my an experienced guide. Children are NOT permitted to ride on the same horse as their parents. All passengers must be at least 3 ft tall to participate.
Local Operator Information:
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
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