Wonderful experience for my 8 year old and myself! It was his first time on a horse so they gave…read morehim a mini lesson and then took us on a beautiful scenic trail ride!

My boyfriend and I took the day and went out horseback riding. It was amazing. Completely worth the…read morehour drive out to the middle of nowhere. The horses were tame and very easy to handle, our guide was friendly and chatty, the trails were lovely. There's nothing I would have changed about our day at Myakka trail rides.

This isn't just a beach ride--it's a beautiful, ethical experience with rescue horses who truly…read morelove what they do. We had an absolutely incredible experience with C Ponies, and I can't recommend them enough--especially if you're looking for something unique, meaningful, and truly unforgettable. What makes this experience so special goes far beyond just "riding horses on the beach." These are rescue horses--many of them coming from difficult or neglectful situations--and C Ponies has created something really beautiful by giving them a second chance at life. You can feel how deeply loved and well cared for these horses are. They are healthy, happy, and genuinely seem to enjoy their work. One of the most fascinating parts was learning that the water is actually healing for them. Being in the ocean supports their joints and overall wellness, so this experience isn't just fun for us--it's beneficial for them, too. That alignment made the entire experience feel even more special and ethical. Our guide, Raina, was fantastic. She had the perfect mix of humor (yes, some delightfully corny jokes), warmth, and knowledge. More importantly, you could tell she truly loves these horses and what she does. She made everyone feel comfortable, safe, and engaged the entire time. Walking the horses into the water--and even getting to experience them swimming--was surreal. Each horse had its own personality, which made it even more fun. You could tell they were relaxed, confident, and happy to be there. It didn't feel forced or transactional--it felt like a partnership between humans and animals. Living in Sarasota, it also meant a lot to support a business that is doing such meaningful work in our own SW Florida community. C Ponies is not only creating unforgettable experiences, but they are actively rescuing, rehabilitating, and giving these horses a life filled with purpose and care. If you're on the fence--book it. It's one of those rare experiences that stays with you long after it's over.

Absolutely exceeded our expectations! Raina was an amazing guide, full of tons of information…read moreabout the bay, history of the ponies and nuances of each pony to better assist each rider. Would highly recommend! This is an experience you'll never forget. Thanks to Raina, Coral, Dori and Snooki.

Great one hour airboat trip. Our captain Brett ran a fantastic tour. Everything was one time,…read moreclean, safe and fun!

From the owner: We are here to bring you "A True Florida Experience!" Enjoy a Trail ride through Natural Florida…read moreHabitat on one of our beautiful horses. Glide through the waters of the Peace River on one of our airboats, and find new views of Florida wildlife on the top of our Swamp Buggy! Don't Forget to stop in our old style country store to pet the baby alligators, and pick up gifts to take home and share your adventure!

My girl and I had an amazing experience. Staff were chill and knowledgeable. We did the swim with…read morethe horses and it did not disappoint! If you have the chance to go, don't miss out on this gem!

The trails are peaceful, the staff is great, and the horses have more personality than most people…read moreI know. Highly recommend!

DO NOT PAY FOR THIS SCAM…read more We payed over $300 for horse rides on the beach and drove all the out to Florida from MISSOURI and when we showed up for our rides there was no one in sight. We called and emailed the owner multiple times on the day and weeks beforehand to confirm our reservation and no one answered. The voicemail box was full so we couldn't leave a message and no one returned our email. This is the worst experience I have ever had with an business. Save yourself time and losing out on hundreds of dollars but ignoring this pla

Great time!!! Worth every dollar and more! Girlfriend saw the horses on the beach. We had to…read morewait a year to actually go riding. Awesome!

Rosaire's Riding Academy & Pony Rides is wonderful! Ellian Rosaire is a wonderful teacher for new…read moreriders or adults returning to riding. Safety for her students and her animals is a priority for her. She knows her ponies/horses and assesses a new student for a good fit for both. My granddaughter trained with Ellian for about 5 years and attended summer camp also before she moved to college. I have attended many training classes over these years and I've enjoyed watching the development of her students during those years. I highly recommend Rosaire's for your rider. Nothing fancy but definitely fun and safe.

We are thoroughly impressed with Ellian at Rosaire's Riding Academy! We signed up our two kids for…read moreprivate beginner lessons and were immediately impressed with her style of teaching! Our kids learned more in her private lesson than any other lesson they've done in the past. She chose the perfect horses based on my kids' personalities and instilled an immense amount of self confidence in both of them right from the beginning! We feel blessed to have found Ellian and are excited to see all that our kids learned through her professionalism!

I had the opportunity to ride Knox with Dakota as my guide and had an amazing time. Dakota is…read moreknowledgeable and friendly and really helped make this an unforgettable experience. Knox was everything an equine should be and a very good boy. I thought I knew what to expect when Know started swimming - boy was I wrong. I yelled with joy. Swimming on horseback was on my bucket list. My husband said "you have done it now". I told him it's back on my bucket list. I posted my experience on my Facebook page and two of my friends commented that they also had been swimming with Florida Beach Horses and had an amazing time too. I highly recommend Florida Beach Horses for an amazing experience.

Incredible time swimming w Goose & Oakley today! And thank you to our guide Dakota This is an…read moreexperience not to be missed. Swim with rescue horses and go good while having a good time.

SO. MUCH.FUN. Stephanie was a great guide. We got a ton of pics. We did this for my birthday and…read morehad great weather. The horses and their stories are AMAZING. These folks are doing such a great service for these majestic animals.

From the owner: Horseback riding in Tampa Bay. Clear water and endless views. Near the iconic Sunshine Skyway…read moreBridge. We have the largest stable of horses on the west coast of FL, from pony to Clydesdale. Our rides are 10-15 minutes longer than our competitors.

I live in Steamboat Springs, Colorado and this is the BEST ride I've had out of Colorado!! Jim is a…read morefantastic guide and SO fun to talk with! The horses, my God, the Best, I'm VERY experienced, some in our party were not, but the horses were right on.... HEALTHY, HAPPY, SPIRITED, PREDICTABLE, no surprises, I would of put a 2 year old on these fabulous, well cared for, LOVED horses. If you want a nice, nature ride along the Myakka river, Palm Forest....This is your ride.... Me being a guide in Colorado, please remember to where LONG PANTS, socks...and heeled shoes, but Tennis shoes work because the horses are so well trained and happy!! * Healthy Horses * Trained * Happy Horses * Jim is fabulous! Kiss your horse and TIP your guide!!

My friends and I went on a 2 hour ride with Jimmy through the Deer Prairie Creek Preserve last week…read more- it was absolutely perfect! Jimmy led us through the soft grassy trails along the Myakka River through giant palms, grapefruit and lemon trees on the best horses in the area. Banjo, my rescue Pinto was a gentleman - responsive and a gem of a trail horse. We can't wait to go again! Do it, you'll have a blast. Thank you Jimmy!