Barking Horse Farm - Horseback Riding Vacations in San Rafael de Puriscal, Costa Rica!
Great trail riding in the mountains of Costa Rica on happy, healthy horses trained in Natural Horsemanship. Farm animals, art cottage and nature hikes
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Costa Rica has some of the most diverse ecosystems in the world. A great way to see and experience them off the beaten path is by horse back. We are located in a small mountain village in rural Costa Rica, surrounded by farms, forest and jungle, rivers and water falls and miles and miles of awesome riding trails through the mountains.
Additional information about the area
Excursions: We offer sight seeing trips to indigenous reserves, rainforest national parks and to Pacific coast beaches.Traveling by car:
Public transportation is excelent in Costa Rica. By car it is a one hour drive from the capitol city of San Jose.
Traveling by plane:
We provide pick up service from the airport.
Pickup service is possible
Pickup service is possible
Traveling by train:
no train
nearby /
on the property
Restaurants, Lake/river for swimming, Fishing, Mountain biking, Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Birding Not more
than a 15 min.
drive away
Shopping, Fitness Center
Not more
than a 90 min.
drive away
National Historic Sites, Theater, Galleries / Museum, Cinema, Beach, Diving, Golf course, Tennis court, Water skiing, Surfing, Canoeing / Kayaking, White-Water Rafting 
Information about the riding facility / horse farm/ranch
Category
Dude/Guest Ranch, Farm, Riding Stable, Children's Holiday Company Opening:
all-year
Guest Capacity:
8
Minimum age for guests:
no limitation
General description:
Great trail riding in the mountains of Costa Rica on happy, healthy horses trained in Natural Horsemanship. Farm animals, art cottage and nature hikes
Amenities/equipment of the riding facility
- Riding facility
- Shower facilities for Horses
- Riding area / bridle-path
Details of the Riding area
We have a dressage ring, an 8 stall barn, pastures, and miles and miles of trails though the mountains that surround the farm. Short rides, full day rides, and multiple day rides are all available.More details of the property
We are located only an hour from the international airport but in a very rural area surrounded by mountains, jungles, rivers and tropical flora and fauna. We will take you on the best riding trails.What we have to offer
- Horses for guests available
- Short Term stays (2-5 days)
- Weekend stays
- Weekly
- Long Term stays
- Family Trips
- Group activities
- Honeymoon Packages
- accommodation for Non-Riders too
- Reduction for Non-Riders
- Supervised Children's Activities
(no limitation)
- Wellness / Fitness offers
Additional Animals on the property
We have Ibero Americanos, Criollos and Quarter horses. They vary in age and character.Other offers and explanations
Participants are limited to 6 riders per trek to provide an individual and personalized trekking experience. Maximum 4 treks per season,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, Ponies
Riding (trained for / saddle):
English / Classic, Western, For guided Trail Rides, also Ride on your Own
More information of the Horses for rent (Breed - Training etc.)
We have Ibero Americanos and Criollos which are both Costa Rican breeds. Strong and agile they perform well on the rugged mountain trails. Trained in dressage, jumping, and natural horsemanship.
Riding program
- with horses for rent
- also with your own horse
- Ride on your own
- Guided Trail Rides
- by the hour rides
- All-day Rides
- Pack Trips / Horse Trekking
- Weekend Rides
- Short Week 3-5 days
- 5-8 days
- 9-14 days
- Trailrides on request
Minimum age for Trail Rides:
No restriction
Riding experience:
No restriction
Demand on rider:
average demands
Big/Heavy Riders:
max. 90 kg - 200 lbs
Guest lodgings
4 Bedroom Vacation Home on the Ranch
1 Vacation home :
available to rent by the day, week, or month. Horse leasing is available for longer stays. Local guides and a cook available. $150/per night with a $50 one time cleaning fee.
Amenities - special features:
Room service / Cleaning
Catering
Kind of Catering:
- Full-board on request possible by arrangement
- Vegetarian Meals possible by arrangement
- Wholesome food
- Organic Farm
General information of the accommodation
Special features:
Phone, Washing machine, Dryer, Internet access, Internet-/ E-mail service, Safe
Rates and contact
Rates of the Horses for rent
Notes to the rental costs:
Packing trips are possible.
Contact
Company:
Barking Horse Farm
First name:
Elizabeth
Last name:
Hawkins
Country:
Costa Rica
Phone 2:
+
506 8966 0258
You can contact us with the following languages:
English
email us or call us / Skype: ehawk58
What’s App: 01-805-449-1757
Costa Rica (011) 506-2416-1393
USA (001) 850-677-3780