Horseback Mexico Rancho Pitaya - Horseback Riding Vacation in Oaxaca de Juarez, Mexico!

Horseback Mexico Rancho Pitaya in Rojasa de Cuauhtemoc, Tlacolula, Oaxaca / further Regions
German website

Based in Oaxaca's Valle de Tlacolula.Enjoy happy horses in valley, sierra and canyon. Explore exotic biospheres and encounter traditional cultur


Latin America > Mexico > further Regions > Rojasa de Cuauhtemoc, Tlacolula, Oaxaca

Rancho Pitaya sits nestled as the base of the western foothills of the valley of Tlacolula, the eastern arm of the great valley of Oaxaca. While the ranch is only 20 minutes from Oaxaca, a UNESCO world heritage city with all the cultural experiences it has to offer there are countless fascinating destinations within 20 miles of the ranch.
Rancho Pitaya is locate 12 km. east of the city of Oaxaca and nearest airport.
Our Valley & Foothills Ride based at our comfortable country guesthouse Rancho Pitaya is located in the broad eastern arm of the valley of Oaxaca. This ride is offered all year long; archeological sites, Zapotec villages & superb Oaxacan cuisine make this a tried-and-true keeper.
Our Sierra Juarez Ride features riding over ridges at 11,000. ft. and into deep valleys dotted with pristine villages. Remarkable changes in vegetation and breathtaking vistas distinguish this journey. Mid-February through May.
Map further Regions

Additional information about the area

Excursions: no details
Traveling by car:
12 km east of the city of Oaxaca
Traveling by plane:
Oaxaca airport has direct flights from Houston, Mexico City, Huatulco and Puerto Escondido
Pickup service is possible

nearby /
on the property

Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Birding

Not more
than a 15 min.
walk away

Restaurants

Not more
than a 15 min.
drive away

National Historic Sites, Shopping

Not more
than a 90 min.
drive away

Theater, Galleries / Museum, Cinema, Fitness Center , Lake/river for swimming

Other types of leisure activities:

Complimentary bicylcles for guests with great exploring on quiet back roads to craft villages, colonial sites, archeological sites.
Property photo 2
Property photo 3
Information about the riding facility / horse farm/ranch

Category

Dude/Guest Ranch, Ranch Resort, Western Riding Stable
Opening:
all-year
 
Guest Capacity:
6
 
Minimum age for guests:
no limitation
 

General description:

Based in Oaxaca's Valle de Tlacolula.Enjoy happy horses in valley, sierra and canyon. Explore exotic biospheres and encounter traditional cultur

Amenities/equipment of the riding facility

  • Sea / River / Ocean for horses
  • Gastronomy available
  • Riding area / bridle-path

Details of the Riding area

Endless trails in the valley, high sierra and UNESCO-protected biosphere of La Cañada. Trails through exotic cacti groves, alpine forests and fertile valley farmland. Calm horses walk through villages

More details of the property

Stays based at ranch with 3 deluxe suites, renowned for excellent regional cooking and of course great horses. Many are calm yet very fit endurance horses. Exotic native flora surrounds the ranch
What we have to offer
  • Horses for guests available
  • Riding lessons - Riding classes
  • Accommodation for one night only
  • Short Term stays (2-5 days)
  • Weekend stays
  • Weekly
  • Long Term stays
  • Family Trips
  • Group activities
  • accommodation for Non-Riders too
  • Riding holidays for unaccompanied kids
    (no limitation)
  • Bike rental
  • Wellness / Fitness offers
  • Massage
  • Sightseeing Tours
  • Language classes

Additional Animals on the property

13 full size horses, 1 miniature horse, 1 donkey, 2 dogs, lots of chickens

Other offers and explanations

Ranch is located in the heart of the Valley de Tlacolula close to great sites like 2,000 yr. El Tule Tree, market in Tlacolula, craft village, ruins of Mitla and Yagul. Many are riding desitinations
Horses available in our riding program
Number of Horses:
in all 10 Horses are available.
Kind of Horses:
For Beginners, For Advanced Riders, Horses height 148 cm & up
Riding (trained for / saddle):
English / Classic, Western, For guided Trail Rides
More information of the Horses for rent (Breed - Training etc.)
We do endurance riding with pure Arabian and Arabian crosses. Our horses are known for being very fit and well-cared for but also calm and sensible.
Riding program
  • with horses for rent
  • Guided Trail Rides
  • All-day Rides
  • Pack Trips / Horse Trekking
  • Weekend Rides
  • Short Week 3-5 days
  • 5-8 days
  • Trailrides on request
  • Horse Trekking with different Stations
  • Horse Trekking with solid Station
Minimum age for Trail Rides:
age 6 & up
Riding experience:
No restriction
Demand on rider:
average demands
Big/Heavy Riders:
max. 110 kg - 240 lbs
Riding holidays for children
Min. age for unaccompanied children:
no limitation
Max age to:
17 years
Offered for:
Girls and boys

Comments on the kind of catering:
Rates include full breakfast and dinner. Lunch can be requested at extra fee. Cooking classes available. We are renowned for our regional Oaxaca cuisine & home baked cookies and desserts.

Training - Riding lessons - Riding classes
General information of the Training:
Trained Horses available, Private Lessons, Group Instruction
Riding Lessons for:
For Beginners, especially for older Riders
Minimum Age for Riding Classes:
no limitation
Training qualifications:
Specializing in developing safe trail riding skills but also offer endurance riding training.
Riding Classes / Lessons
Recreational riding, Therapeutic Riding
Special Classes
Endurance Riding is like a marathon on horseback but the horse must pass vet checks along the way. Riders can come, train and then compete.
Equine therapy for physically & mentally challenged
Guest lodgings

Luxury brick 3 suite guest lodge on the ranch near the horses.

1 Vacation home :
Rancho Pitaya sits nestled as the base of the western foothills of Oaxaca's Valle de Tlacolula. From the adobe guest lodge walk up the stone walkway to the ranches’ spacious open-style kitchen & dining room where local cooks prepare fresh Oaxaca specialties. Rancho Pitaya is about outdoor living and its old-fashioned verandas offer 360º views down valley and up into the mountains.
3 Single / double room(s) :
Traditional Mexican architecture in wooden beams, wild cane and hand-painted tiles define the design of the three spacious guest rooms of the adobe lodge each with ensuite bathroom & kitchenettes . Guestl relax to expansive vistas on their private terrace. King size or 2 twin beds available - extra twin can be added.
Amenities - special features:
Sheets, Towels, Room service / Cleaning
Catering
Kind of Catering:
  • Breakfast on request possible by arrangement
  • Half-board on request obligatory
  • Wholesome food
More information of the Catering:
Rates include full breakfast and dinner. Lunch can be requested at extra fee. Cooking classes available. We are renowned for our regional Oaxaca cuisine & home baked cookies and desserts.
General information of the accommodation
Special features:
Handicap accessible, Dryer, Internet access, Internet-/ E-mail service, Safe

Rates and contact

Rates of the accommodation

Rates of the Holiday Homes:
from: 152,00 Dollar / Day
to: 228,00 Dollar / Day
Rates of the single / double bedroom:
from: 152,00 Dollar / Day
to: 228,00 Dollar / Day

Rates of the Horses for rent

Notes to the rental costs:
Only guided rides available from 2 hours to 6 days.
Contact
 
Company:
Horseback Mexico
 
First name:
Mary Jane
 
Last name:
Gagnier
 
Country:
Mexico
 
Phone:
+ 1 310 929 7099
Phone 2:
+ 52 951 1997026

You can contact us with the following languages:
German, English, French, Spanish

Emailing is best and we'll get back to you within 24 hours. Or leave a message on the US number, it is a Skype-in number that rings on the computer or WhatsApp or call on the Mexican cellphone.

E-Mail address: Inquiry


Company: Horseback Mexico
Zip/Postal Code: 68080
Street: Murguia 403
Country: Mexico -- further Regions -- Rojasa de Cuauhtemoc, Tlacolula, Oaxaca
Phone: + 1 310 929 7099
Phone 2: + 52 951 1997026