Does anyone know of any good places on the North Coast to go horseback riding. I have plenty of experience riding and I'd like to go to a place that has horses that aren't all worn out. We'll be living here come July and I'd like to be able to ride frequently. Thanks in advance, Corey
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I am not sure CocoNut Palms (on Playa Encuentro, in between Sosua and Cabarete) would qualify for a universal recommendation. I reckon it depends on what kind of horse back riding experience one is looking for.
I've just recently seen these "horses"... some are barely 2-dimensional, so underfed and small. The "guy" who presented the horses, a local "kid" had no clue whatsoever about horses and the prices for an hour were quoted somewhere around USD 30.oo or more (it was so ridiculous for the "quality", I did not really concentrate on remembering exactly).
It might be something "tourists" who are not really into horses might want to "do" as part of their leisure time here, as they also offer romantic moonlight beach trips... but horse lovers may be appalled by the condition of the animals and the saddles etc.
Some owners at SeaHorse Range have some "serious" horses... I don't know which ones are available to the public and if they are exclusively classical riding or also some western (pleasure, trail) trained horses.
I understand there is another center nearby which had been recommended years ago... but the name escapes me right now. I haven't visited them either, so I can't comment.
Sadly, compared to much of Latin America and especially Mexico, Colombia, Peru and even Ecuador, the DR has virtually no sizable Equine "culture". I miss that.
... J-D.
Rancho Lorilar is near Playa Dorada. They have only well fed well cared for horses. They do regular group rides and will set something private up if you prefer.
Lorilar Ranch - Home
Phone 1-829-977-7112 to book in advance. If you get spanish message call back later.....
Lorilar Ranch - Home
Phone 1-829-977-7112 to book in advance. If you get spanish message call back later.....
Also try Tommy at Rancho Luisa - their tours are pretty famous for being challenging, they take place on land that they own, crossing waterfalls and rivers several times. A 4 hour ride, including transport from Cabarete and lunch is $55 - you can reach him on 809 986 1984. They are in Sabaneta.
Real horses in the D.R.
Other then the obvious tourist places, finding a good ride on a good horse is difficult.
For those interested and serious about horses or just want to enjoy, the Dominican Republic has several Ranches with Grand Champions that are known in horse community around the world. Most being the Paso Fino breed that was the first horses brought to the New World. Though most of these private ranches are not open to the public, there are some that welcome new serious horse people and can provide a lot of information. Many of these stables have horses for sale. Some have some to rent. Many offer expert riding instruction.
One organization here in the Dominican Republic, that we belong to, is Adopaso, www.adopaso.com.do They have a schedule of this years events on their sight with the next one being on July 24th. These shows open to the public to watch, a fee is charged.
In the last couple of months my wife and self have attended an Adopaso show in Jarabacoa and an informal exhibition at Paraiso del Caballo in El Choco/Sosua, that we also showed in. About 47 home type videos can be seen at: YouTube - divacary's Channel
Ringo
Other then the obvious tourist places, finding a good ride on a good horse is difficult.
For those interested and serious about horses or just want to enjoy, the Dominican Republic has several Ranches with Grand Champions that are known in horse community around the world. Most being the Paso Fino breed that was the first horses brought to the New World. Though most of these private ranches are not open to the public, there are some that welcome new serious horse people and can provide a lot of information. Many of these stables have horses for sale. Some have some to rent. Many offer expert riding instruction.
One organization here in the Dominican Republic, that we belong to, is Adopaso, www.adopaso.com.do They have a schedule of this years events on their sight with the next one being on July 24th. These shows open to the public to watch, a fee is charged.
In the last couple of months my wife and self have attended an Adopaso show in Jarabacoa and an informal exhibition at Paraiso del Caballo in El Choco/Sosua, that we also showed in. About 47 home type videos can be seen at: YouTube - divacary's Channel
Ringo
I moved this to the North Coast Forum because the question was specific to the north coast. Ringo and JD Sauser made interesting contributions on horseriding in the DR in general: maybe one of you would like to start a new thread in General Stuff or Living?
drhorses.com
I went last week in Cabrera and had a great time. Apart from having criollo horses, the owner recently bought thoroughbreds which he is currently trail-training. These horses are huge! The web address is drhorses.com
I went last week in Cabrera and had a great time. Apart from having criollo horses, the owner recently bought thoroughbreds which he is currently trail-training. These horses are huge! The web address is drhorses.com
there is also Rancho Lobo Gris.... Dominion Republic Resort, Leadership Training, Horseback Riding | Rancho Lobo Gris, Dominion Republic .... check it out, i think the guys name is daniel and he has some pretty good horses for mountain riding
Where is it? Apart from the Colorado contact details there doesn't seem to be an address in the DR. Am I missing something? :ermm:
Rio
probably not rio, guess his website isn't updated, but i just got daniels phone number, its 809-675-9546....
Rancho Lobo Gris
I took the whole family up to Rancho Lobo Gris and we had a great time.
Daniel is very good at teaching young kids to ride with confidence.
I took the whole family up to Rancho Lobo Gris and we had a great time.
Daniel is very good at teaching young kids to ride with confidence.
But, but... it SAYS at the bottom of the page where it is:
"Rancho Lobo Gris is a ranch located in the Dominican Republic and operated by Grey Wolf Ranch of Victor, Colorado."
:cheeky:
... J-D.
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