Villa Santa Cruz Stables

Villa Santa Cruz invites you to experience the freedom of the open desert and beach on horseback, guided by our skilled vaqueros. Open to the public, our rides capture the true cowboy spirit of Baja.

From sunrise rides across the sand dunes, to beach rides ending at The Green Room, to magical full moon outings under the stars – every experience offers a taste of ranch life and adventure, perfect for riders of all levels.

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    Horseback Ride Menu

    Morning Ride

    Head out to the beach or a desert arroyo on your trusty steed, traversing Baja’s unique landscapes and greeting the day on horseback. This is a meditative ride, focused on wellness, peace and forging a connection with your horse.

    • 90 minute experience, begins at 7am or 9am
    • Minimum 2 riders (at least 15 years old; if younger, please inquire)
    • Suitable for all levels of experience
    • $3200 MXN + tax per rider

    Sunset Beach Ride

    Experience our most highly reviewed and deeply cherished experiences on the beaches of Baja. Depart the VSC stables a half hour before sunset, move by horseback through the desert and arrive on the beach as the sun drops below the Pacific horizon. Color shoots across and illuminates the sky as the horses deliver guests to their tables in our world renowned seaside restaurant, The Green Room. Walk home under the stars and elegant mangroves after a most satisfying feast.

    • 90 min experience, 4:30pm – 6:00pm (exact timing depends on the season)
    • Minimum 2 riders (at least 15 years old; if younger, please inquire)
    • Suitable for all levels of experience.
    • $3500 MXN + tax per rider (dinner not included)

    ARENA GAMES

    For our more novice riders, we’re thrilled to offer a 60 minute arena experience where you’ll learn the basics of riding and play some games on horseback. This is a perfect experience for riders under 15 years of age, or those who aren’t interested in trail riding.

    • 1 Hour Experience, between 10am and 4pm
    • Suitable for all levels of experience
    • $1800MXN + tax per rider

    Full Moon Ride

    One week per month, we saddle our horses up and ride just by the light of the moon. A quiet 90-minute ride along the shoreline, listen to the waves and connect with your horse bathed in the glow of the moon.

    2025 Full Moon Dates

    • November 3-5
    • December 2-4
    • 90 min experience, depart at sunset
    • Minimum 2 riders (at least 15 years old)
    • Suitable for all levels of experience
    • $4000 MXN + tax per rider

    For immediate assistance, contact +52 612 155 6941
    or frontdesk@villasantacruzbaja.com