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Horseback Riding at Carrillo Beach – Just Minutes from Sámara! Looking for a fun and scenic way to explore Costa Rica’s coastline? Just 7 km south of Sámara, Carrillo Beach—ranked among the top 5 beaches in the country—offers the perfect setting for a peaceful horseback riding ad...
Nearby Nicoya Coast Day-Trip Departure Notice: Departs from Sámara / Puerto Carrillo (~50 minutes south of Nosara).. This excursion departs from Playa Sámara or Puerto Carrillo (~35 minutes south of Playa Garza / ~45 to 50 minutes south of Playa Guiones and Nosara along Route 160), not from Guiones beach. Check your Viator option for selected-hotel pickup or plan a 35-to-50-minute coastal drive or taxi south.
Quick Summary & Confirmed Details
- Viator product code:
116992P3 - Listing type: Guided excursion (
guided-tour) - Departure / meeting zone: Nearby Nicoya Coast Day Trip — departs Sámara / Playa Carrillo (~50 min south of Nosara)
- Area hub: Playa Pelada · Primary category: Horseback Riding
- Private or shared: Shared — Shared small-group tour (up to 8 travelers per booking)
- Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Operating season / note: Departs from Sámara / Puerto Carrillo (~50 minutes south of Nosara).
- Run by: Book with María (local operator on Viator)
- Customer reviews on Viator: 5.00 average from 17 customer reviews on Viator
- Cancellation policy: Cancel at least 24 hours before scheduled departure for a full refund.
Horseback Riding in Puerto Carrillo: Beach & Jungle
Departs from Sámara / Puerto Carrillo (~50 minutes south of Nosara).
Check: departure area (Playa Guiones, Nosara Town, or nearby Sámara/Ostional), group format, and open time slots.
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Meeting Point, Pickup & What Is Included
- Where you meet or get picked up: Nearby Nicoya Coast Day Trip — departs Sámara / Playa Carrillo (~50 min south of Nosara)
- What is included: Private transportation; Snacks
- Post-booking confirmation: Exact meeting coordinates or hotel pickup instructions are provided in your Viator booking confirmation voucher.
Horseback Riding in Puerto Carrillo: Beach & Jungle
Departs from Sámara / Puerto Carrillo (~50 minutes south of Nosara).
Check: departure area (Playa Guiones, Nosara Town, or nearby Sámara/Ostional), group format, and open time slots.
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What to Bring & How to Prepare in Nosara
- Sun, water & trail gear: Pack reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, reusable water bottle, quick-dry clothing, and footwear suited to your activity (water sandals for river kayaks/floats, closed-toe shoes for ATVs, horseback rides, and reserve walks).
- Road & river buffer: Unpaved sections of Route 160 and local dirt roads around Guiones, Pelada, and inland Nosara Town take longer during afternoon rains; leave a 15-to-20-minute buffer when driving or taking a tuk-tuk to your meeting point.
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Horseback Riding in Puerto Carrillo: Beach & Jungle
Departs from Sámara / Puerto Carrillo (~50 minutes south of Nosara).
Check: departure area (Playa Guiones, Nosara Town, or nearby Sámara/Ostional), group format, and open time slots.
See Current Price & Availability — Use the deal buttons on this page to check open dates and live pricing on Viator.