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Swap the town for hoofbeats and a plunge under Big Rock Falls. This full-day trip from San Ignacio pairs a 1.5-hour horseback ride over farmland with a swim at a 150-foot waterfall in Mountain Pine Ridge.
Swap the town for hoofbeats and a plunge under Big Rock Falls. This full-day trip from San Ignacio pairs a 1.5-hour horseback ride over farmland with a swim at a 150-foot waterfall in Mountain Pine Ridge.
You step into the cool morning light at 8:00 a.m., saddle creaking as your guide checks tack and maps a route through pasture and riverside trail. The horses move with an easy, confident gait — an invitation to trade town noise for the slow percussion of hooves on dirt and the distant rumble of jungle.
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Operated by St Leonard's Tours · San Ignacio, Cayo District
You step into the cool morning light at 8:00 a.m., saddle creaking as your guide checks tack and maps a route through pasture and riverside trail. The horses move with an easy, confident gait — an invitation to trade town noise for the slow percussion of hooves on dirt and the distant rumble of jungle.
This tour threads two local stories: Belize’s ranching and the highland geology of the Mountain Pine Ridge Reserve. The ride follows old farm tracks and a riverside single-track carved through broadleaf and pine, terrain shaped by ancient Maya activity and tropical uplift. After a 1.5-hour ride you’ll transfer by vehicle through small villages to a family-run restaurant and then climb toward Big Rock Falls — a roughly 150-foot cascade that cuts into granite and schist.
Big Rock’s pools are cool and clear; when water levels permit, jump routes and a swim to the base are possible but expect a steep 10-minute descent on slippery steps. Culture here is hands-on: family-owned farms, local cooks, and guides who grew up on these trails.
Practical guide: bring long pants and closed-toe shoes for the ride, a change of clothes, sun protection, and insect repellent. Riders must be moderately fit; the provider enforces a 250 lb weight limit and requires hotel pickup info. The full day runs about 8–9 hours with short hikes, vehicle transfers, and swimming time — plan sunscreen, drinking water, and a willingness to get wet.
The guided ride is about 1.5 hours across farmland and riverside single-track with mostly gentle grades.
Yes—rider weight must be disclosed at booking; the maximum is 250 lbs per rider for safety and horse welfare.
Swimming is possible most of the year, but water flow and safety vary seasonally; high flows in the rainy season can make some areas unsafe.
Yes—private air-conditioned transport, hotel pickup/drop-off in San Ignacio, and an early lunch at a local restaurant are included.
St Leonard's Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step into the cool morning light at 8:00 a.m., saddle creaking as your guide checks tack and maps a route through pasture and riverside trail. The horses move with an easy, confident gait — an invitation to trade town noise for the slow percussion of hooves on dirt and the distant rumble of jungle.
You step into the cool morning light at 8:00 a.m., saddle creaking as your guide checks tack and maps a route through pasture and riverside trail. The horses move with an easy, confident gait — an invitation to trade town noise for the slow percussion of hooves on dirt and the distant rumble of jungle.
This tour threads two local stories: Belize’s ranching and the highland geology of the Mountain Pine Ridge Reserve. The ride follows old farm tracks and a riverside single-track carved through broadleaf and pine, terrain shaped by ancient Maya activity and tropical uplift. After a 1.5-hour ride you’ll transfer by vehicle through small villages to a family-run restaurant and then climb toward Big Rock Falls — a roughly 150-foot cascade that cuts into granite and schist.
Big Rock’s pools are cool and clear; when water levels permit, jump routes and a swim to the base are possible but expect a steep 10-minute descent on slippery steps. Culture here is hands-on: family-owned farms, local cooks, and guides who grew up on these trails.
Practical guide: bring long pants and closed-toe shoes for the ride, a change of clothes, sun protection, and insect repellent. Riders must be moderately fit; the provider enforces a 250 lb weight limit and requires hotel pickup info. The full day runs about 8–9 hours with short hikes, vehicle transfers, and swimming time — plan sunscreen, drinking water, and a willingness to get wet.