OMG!!! This was an amazing excursion! I am so glad we found these ladies as the excursion and the…read moreattention given to us was top-notch! Our small group consisted of one experienced rider, one rider with some experience, and two novice riders. The girls who led the ride were both amazing and were eager to talk about the history of the island and our horses, which were all rescues, save one. They shared stories of how the horses got their names, as well as how they'd survived on the island with no power for almost a year after a hurricane destroyed the island's infrastructure. Our ride took us through the old sugar plantations and onto the beach before taking us into the water. Before entering the water, we were warned about the behaviors to watch for in our horses that would indicate the horse was about to lay down in the water, as they like to do sometimes and what to do if the horse did lay down. My horse, Alien, apparently loves the water so much that he moans the entire time, and he loves swimming! This was not your typical cruise ship excursion where you walk your horse in the shallow water. We were in about 5' of water, and it was AWESOME!!! I felt like I could have stayed and ridden horses on the beach and in the water all day, and yes, Alien made his "ohhhh this feels so good" noises the entire time we were in the water. My shorts were completely soaked, but I expected that and I wasn't bothered by it! The warm sun meant they dried quickly. I rode barefoot because I was wearing flip flops, and I didn't want to risk losing them on the ride. It was my choice, but I recommend if you're not comfortable with riding barefoot, wear something like water shoes, old sneakers, or Crocs. I've added a picture of me on Alien just before we went out into the water.

Losta of fun. Bring an apple for your buddy. The horses…read morelove to eat the sugar cane. Its all part of the experience. Id go again.

If you're considering a horseback riding excursion in St. Croix, stop looking and book with Equus…read moreRides! We had an absolutely amazing experience with Cowboy Steve and his wonderful assistants, Jeremiah and Emily. The ride itself was unforgettable. We rode our horses into the ocean, and for those who wanted to, we even got to stand on the horses and dive into the water--such a unique and exhilarating experience! Along the trail, they pointed out interesting local plants and flowers and shared fascinating information about them, which made the ride even more enjoyable. What really set this experience apart was the people. Steve, Jeremiah, and Emily were friendly, knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely passionate about what they do. It was obvious that Cowboy Steve isn't just running a business--he truly enjoys meeting people, teaching them about horses, helping them feel confident in the saddle, and sharing an experience that they'll never forget. That genuine enthusiasm made the day feel personal and special. I also loved learning that Equus Rides supports Make-A-Wish, which says so much about the kind of organization they are. This was hands down the most fun we had during our week in St. Croix, and I know we chose the right company. Thank you for an unforgettable day--we'll be talking about this experience for years to come!

I must say Cowboy Steve was something else. It rained most of our ride but it didn't stop anything…read more We still had a good time. Would definitely do it again just with a bigger group.

I absolutely loved our experience riding around the island and the beach. Our guide was wonderful…read moreand made us feel safe. I would definitely do this again.

Abigail was amazing. Took us horseback riding along the beautiful beach. Horse are well trained and…read morecared for. My family and I had an amazing time

Best horse-riding experience I've ever had! Nicholas was kind and gracious. He took me all over…read morethis beautiful space surrounding the Carambola Golf course. He talked about indigenous species to St. Croix, the seasons, nature, and answered all of the questions I had about St. Croix. My horse Beauty was such a delight and easy to ride. The finale was moving into a clearing and seeing these cute little cows. I think my ride lasted for about 2 hours. Come prepared with your own snack and a bottle of water. I highly recommend you bring a fanny pack for your camera and wallet, although, Nick took care of holding my loose items and made sure my purse was safe and secure. Also stay tuned because they have some wonderful features developing for a couple's ride. Nick gave me all the confidence in the world, that's how I got to stand on top of a horse. Proudest moment ever!

It was an awesome experience. We heard about the tour from someone at the dive shop and decided to…read morecheck it out; I'm glad we did! Nick and Folksy were very friendly and knowledgeable and taught us a lot about the island. The horses were well-trained and clearly well taken care of, although my wife had a bit of a battle of wills with hers! Nick showed her how to properly control the horse, making it a funny memory rather than anything that took away from the experience. The tour largely takes place on the horse preserve/sanctuary that Nick runs, so it was really cool to see the different horses and learn about their lineage. Hopefully you'll get lucky and meet Monster, who is a beautiful horse despite the name. I can't recommend this tour enough, we're looking forward to doing it again someday. But just remember to wear sunscreen- it's a rainforest tour but the best (breathtaking) views are at the top of the hill exposed to the sun. Dab on some sunscreen and you'll be glad you went.

They have you sign a waiver stating they are not responsible if something happens to you. This is…read moreabsolutely correct because while I was riding, one of their horses came up from the rear and bit me on the thigh, causing me to fall off the horse break six ribs and get a puncture lung. They have no liability at all. Any injuries that you sustain is on you. Ride at your own risk.

The lady we booked with was a sweetheart and called us after the excursion to make sure it was…read moreamazing. Jessie was a great instructor. My girlfriend has ridden her whole life whereas i have only done it once prior. He was extremely knowledgable and showed me everything. What was great is that they have about 20 horses (mostly named after booze) and each suited for different personalities. Riding on the beach and in the ocean was remarkable with the beautiful island views!

So fun driving an ATV for the first time! Love my tour guide Jezed. I only took one star off…read morebecause I was getting eating alive by the mosquitoes and I have at least 12 huge welts. I booked the tour through Viator since we didn't have a car during this trip. Recommended to wear long sleeves that are good for hot weather, mosquitoes spray, face mask, eye protection for the dust and either shoes you don't care for or shoe covers with your shoes and bring water. They have a bar and restaurant if you want to eat there. It's definitely a great experience

My husband and I went horseback riding and it was GREAT! Our host, Grace, with her beautiful horse…read moreBarbara did an excellent job! We were the only ones in the tour and it was perfect! We bonded with our horses and out host, so the experience was even more memorable!!! I'm glad we went!

I booked the zipline tour with Ecoquest Experiences & Tours via Carnival Cruise Lines while in San…read moreJuan. There was a lengthy but smooth bus ride over to the location. Once on site, we had a few minutes in the Margarita Bar to take a bathroom break, grab water or snack, etc. Then we went to another area to get our gear put on and then headed to the first line. Before getting started one of the guides gave instructions on what not to do with the gear, how to hold on and how to pull yourself in if you don't make it all of the way to the next platform. Next the adventure began. I don't recall the description saying that there were open-slated wooden bridges to cross or slightly steep and possibly slippery hills to climb. I can say that my nerves, glutes and hamstrings got an intense workout. lol. The last line ends back at the Margarita Bar, perfect for if you need a shot after. The guides help you get all of the gear off. The views were great, and I really did enjoy myself. I made it across successfully on all 5 lines. It was more work than I bargained for but I'm glad that I went and would consider doing it again. All of the tour guides assisting us were great and everyone in our tour survived the experience.

This was an excursion offered through Carnival Cruise Line while in San Juan…read more My fiancée and I did the ziplining thru ecoquest. The grounds were gorgeous - it was great walking / hiking thru the natural landscape to get to the 5 lines. The lines were shorter than I had hoped, but we still very much enjoyed ourselves. It was great learning more about the area - our guides were very informative!

I originally posted this review a few months ago, but on their old page. I'm just te-posting it…read morehere on their new page: It is no longer called Rancho Buena Vista. It is now called Hacienda Buena Vista. It is located in the same place in Palmas del Mar. Just follow the signs to the Equestrian center. They now have a website (haciendabuenavista.com), as well as FB and IG pages. This makes it so much easier to reach them and get up to date info. Before it was a hassle. You can reserve a tour via phone or the website. Unfortunately, we didn't know this. I was used to the old ways of just showing up. We wanted a pony ride for our son. I'm sure they will take walk-ins if there's space available. Not this time. It was Sunday, which seems to be their busiest day. Plus they were short staffed. They told us they didn't have anybody available for another 40min. My wife didn't want to wait that long so we left. Next time. The guy suggested we reserve for Saturday which is less busy. I'll keep that in mind when making a reservation. In addition to horseback riding and pony rides, they also offer a stable tour and bike rides. They also breed and train horses. I believe they also giving riding lessons. Just ask.

What a delightful 1 1/2 hour ride, mostly along the beach in Vieques island in Puerto Rico…read more Our guide, Jimmy, was excellent. Highly recommended!

Jimmy was an amazing host and the wife had a blast riding on the beaches and in the water. Horses…read morewere wonderful and easy to ride. Highly recommended!!

Go here! My wife and…read moreI had a memorable time on our private ride with our guide, William. We were additionally accompanied by a wonderful dog named Rooster, you must meet this lovable companion who had positive enthusiasm and boundless energy. Our tour took us through two beaches including the famous Black-Sand-Beach. We also rode through picturesque grazing areas as well as secluded woodland. William, our guide, took many pictures of us which will treasure forever. We HIGHLY recommend this experience.

Elizabeth did a great job orienting us to the horses then led us on a gorgeous ride through the…read moreisland and down to the black sand beach. We got a great view of parts of the island we wouldn't have otherwise seen. Highly recommend the experience.