Horseback Riding at Mahogany Bay
Description
This is one of the few places in the Caribbean where you can ride directly into the ocean. Choose between our horses and sure-footed mules based on your comfort level and experience. You'll explore Tortuga Point, a natural sea turtle breeding ground, surrounded by untouched mangroves, exotic wildlife, and stunning coral reef views. The trail winds through our 165-acre nature reserve with scenery you won't find on any other Roatan tour. Our mules are exceptionally calm and perfect for nervous or first-time riders. We're locally owned with over 15 years of experience, located steps from both cruise terminals. Book now to secure your spot.
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Pickup Locations & Times
From Mahogany Bay (Carnival, Princess, Cunard): We're conveniently located just a 6-minute walk from your ship. No transportation needed! Walk through the plaza toward the transportation area and look for the bright orange building with the "Extreme Zipline Adventure" sign on the roof. Please do not exit the main gate of the port area. We'll send you an easy-to-follow map before your arrival. From Port of Roatan (Norwegian/Royal Caribbean, MSC, virgin, TUII): Meet us on the main street, just outside Port Gate #1. Our guides in black shirts will be waiting with "Xplore Roatan" signs. We'll send you an easy-to-follow map before your arrival. Arriving from another location or unsure which port? No problem! Let us know your preferred pickup time and location when you book. If you're arriving with your own transportation, share your estimated arrival time. For guests requesting pickup service, we offer transportation between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM. We'll send you an easy-to-follow map before your arrival.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for anyone intoxicated by alcohol, drugs or any substance that can slower your reaction time.
Reviews(56)
Experience was as described. Riding in the beautiful water was nice. Guide was bored and not very interactive.
Alexander was our guide and received us at the port without any problem after we arrived on time at the activity with horses at jungle and the beach perfect and very beautiful scenery nature and beach We really loved and enjoyed!!! Great time at bay of roatan Hoduras
Guides were great! They took great care with us as it was our first time on a horse.
So here is the story about my mom, boyfriend and myself almost being snatched away in Roatan 2026 So we are standing outside trying to get the excursion people I booked,and a guy with a shirt that said the excuriosn name said come with me So we went and the guy went down an alley then got another guy to start taking us to our excursions. (We thought) They were basically stealing another guys car and yelling screaming. (This im pretty sure of) Next thing my phone rings and ask if we are still going to our horseback riding. I said yeah we are riding with him now. Well they said no we haven't got there yet.( at this point I know we need to go back to port) So I yell to the guy take me back now to the port. No telling where he was taking us. I told my mom something doesn't feel right with this I'm ready to leave. So we went back to port made a complaint and went back to ship. Lot more in between the lines that happened but scared me enough that we did not horseback ride So the guy that had the excursion shirt on did not work for them anymore. Basically, we were being kidnapped by a rival service provider impersonating the service we had contracted. Even more worrisome, what if something more sinister was waiting for us. Needless to say we are glad we didn't continue that excursion and made it Back to port safe and sound.
Dear Cher, We are sorry you had a frightening experience, and we want to clarify what happened so future travelers have accurate information. The person who approached you on Main Street was not from Xplore Roatan. Your booked pickup was at 1pm at Mahogany Bay, and our driver was en route 30 minutes before that time. We communicated with you through Viator messenger the entire time. Once you decided not to continue, we approved your refund request as soon as Viator processed it. What you encountered was an informal local vendor wearing a shirt with our tour name. This sometimes happens at cruise ports around the world. It is not kidnapping, and Roatan has no history of violent incidents against tourists. It is one of the safest cruise destinations in the Caribbean. The safest practice for any cruise excursion anywhere in the world is to wait at the scheduled time and location, and confirm the driver's booking details before going with anyone. We are glad you got back to your ship safely.
This was such an amazing experience. We went on a Family Affair Cruise, I was able to find this excursion last minute because everything was so booked up. I was able to book for nine people. It included transportation. They communicated very well. I had no issues whatsoever with my group of nine. They even helped us take photos and video footage. They were very accommodating and friendly. Very funny as well. I will definitely book with them again.
It was a very beautiful ride. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the area and very capable with the horses. The horses were well taken care of as well.
After spending all morning relaxing at the beach at Mahogany Bay, my husband was ready to return to the ship, but I wasn't as I had read there were horse stables right outside the port across the street from the transportation/taxi spot. I saw the zipline sign and headed to the office, where it turns out they offer ATV, Ziplining, and horseback riding. I didn't even have to wait and I was the only person on the ride! Terrell was my guide and my horse was perfect! We rode through the woods to the beach, and even in the water! It was so peaceful! Terrell was an excellent guide and told me stories about his family and Roatan! It was the perfect ending to my day in Mahogany Bay! Highly recommend this unforgettable adventure! Thank you Terrell!
Great guides, very gentle and well maintained horses & mules. Great experience!
Amazing employees. Beautiful views and a fun time riding horses in the beach. Exceeded my expectation by a long slide.
It was a great experience. Tevan was our driver who transported us to and from or cruise ship, he also helped us when no one would tell us it was our turn to go on the trail. As we drove to through the town he told us about the Island and the culture. He was wonderful and made us feel very comfortable. Carlos was one of our trail guides. He was fantastic. We had 4 children in our group, 3 of our group members had never been on a horse before and Carlos made sure to pair each member of our group up with a hourse who fit their personality and experience level. 2 of the horses acted up with small gestures toward another horse (my horse) that scared 2 of our kids, but Carlos was quick to help calm both the horse and rider. The experience was fantastic and fun was had by all. The horses did look a little on the skinny side, but you could deffinetly tell by their bond with the guides they are very loved and well taken care of. I would deffinetly book with them again.
