Exclusive Horseback Riding Experience in the mountains

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Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

Ratings come from 145 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

Showing reviews written in English.

• 5A fabulous riding experience!

  Wow, wow, wow, what an absolutely fantastic experience. Raul is an exceptional host and it was a pleasure to be in the company of him and his horses. After some valuable instruction, we enjoyed a wonderful trek through the farmland and woodlands, with Raul explaining the fauna and wildlife on the way. All followed by a delicious picnic with scenery to take your breath away. It is possibly the best dining view we've ever experienced! The horses were loved, well cared for and an absolute pleasure to ride. Raul has a wonderful vision for the future of his land and we are so glad we had the opportunity to be a small part of it.

  T4498VQnikkiwOctober 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Wonderful experience

  This was really special and a highlight for us. We had the option with the iconic which was really lovely. The views were beautiful and Raul is so kind and passionate. His family have been on the property for 5 generations and he is so connected with his horses and environment. Highly recommend

  BelindaPerthJuly 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Amazing

  Amazing experience and great host. Also super cute picnic with a great view. Recommend either if you have experience with horse riding or not.

  jannekes731January 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Wonderful riding experience for first time riders!

  This experience far surpassed anything I expected. Raul offered much more than just a horseback ride; he was an outstanding instructor and, in a short time, helped us gain a deeper appreciation for the horses and the wildlife in the landscape we explored. We had never ridden horses before, and Raul patiently taught us everything we needed to feel safe and confident in the saddle. He took the time to introduce us properly to the horses so that they could get comfortable with us, which made the whole experience feel relaxed and natural. His two horses, Laredo and Universe, are exceptionally well trained and incredibly patient with beginners like us, and it is clear Raul treats them with genuine care and kindness. The picnic at the end was wonderful, and the scenery from the 1,400 m high ranch was absolutely stunning. Overall, a flawless 10/10 experience.

  Vedran PNovember 2025via Tripadvisor

• 5Mountains were viewed from horseback. Our trail ride included some gallops.

  Our guide told us stories as we rode our horses along the trail. We got a chance to gallop a couple of times. A very nice picnic was waiting for us as we got to the peak of a hill. From that Hill we were able to look out at the mountains that extended through the states of Sao Paulo, Minhas Gerais & Rio de Janeiro.

  michaelj49November 2025via Tripadvisor

• 5Memorable horse riding in beautiful surroundings

  Fantastic horse ride around Raul's property in the hills 45 minutes from Paraty. Raul is very friendly and clearly passionate about his land and his horses, both of which are really well cared for. The views as you ride are incredible, and Raul takes care to make sure you are comfortable with your horse, giving advice as well as explaining the plants, trees and wildlife that you see as you go. The picnic was a really nice touch, in a beautiful spot, and a great way to bring the ride to an end. Highly recommended, a highlight of our Brazil trip.

  Matti66September 2025via Tripadvisor

Know before you go

How it compares in Paraty

• Its from-price is 29% above the median of the 102 experiences we list in Paraty.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 8 of 102.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Paraty

Paraty is a Portuguese colonial port on Brazil's Green Coast, with whitewashed houses, cobbled streets and a bay full of forested islands.

Paraty grew rich in the eighteenth century as the port where Minas Gerais gold was shipped towards Rio and Portugal, and its historic centre, a World Heritage Site, keeps the whitewashed houses, painted doors and rounded stone streets of that time. The streets slope so that the highest tides flood them, a design said to wash them clean. Small churches once served different communities, among them Santa Rita, Nossa Senhora do Rosário and Nossa Senhora das Dores.

Top-ranked sights in Paraty: Paraty Bay, Cachoeira Toboga, Gold Path (Caminho do Ouro).

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