Private Horseback Beach Ride
Soak in breathtaking views as you embark on a guided horseback ride along Santa Barbara’s sun-drenched coastline.
Area
California
Get to know your gentle horse who will be your trusty companion for this awe-inspiring ride, accompanied by a private wrangler guide. Begin by learning some basic commands, before setting off on a trail that leads down from the ranch to the soft sand beach below. Along the way, enjoy sweeping views of majestic mountains and dramatic ocean bluffs. Once on the sand, breathe in the refreshing ocean air as you trek along this spectacular stretch of coastline – often referred to as the American Riviera for its enchanting views and relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy some time with your horse playing in the surf, before following your local guide to a secluded overlook for a delicious picnic lunch. Savour gourmet sandwiches, local charcuterie and homemade dessert while taking in incredible views of land and sea before making your way back to the stable to bid farewell to your horse.
Tours Featuring This Experience
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View TourPerfect Pairings: Los Angeles & Santa Barbara
Get lost in the magic of LA, diving under its skin as you discover what makes this iconic city tick with rich cultural experiences and active adventures. Stay at ultra-chic hotels, with exclusive experiences showcasing the best of West Hollywood and downtown Santa Barbara. Submerging in the eclectic culture and beautiful coastline as you admire its hip enclaves, gourmet foodie scene and glossy boulevards, all just steps from the iconic waterfront.
Recommended Hotels Nearby
A selection of luxury hotel options in the area, handpicked and recommended by our travel specialists.
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View AccommodationArgonaut Hotel
An award-winning boutique hotel in a prime location on Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco, the Argonaut Hotel offers spacious and stylish accommodation in an historic building with a sophisticated maritime and beach-house ambience.
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View AccommodationMontage Laguna Beach
The Montage at Laguna Beach is one of those places where you feel as if you have arrived - the service is immaculate, the ocean views to die for, and the artistic community of Laguna Beach just the place for boutique, gallery browsing and fine dining.
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View AccommodationSolage, Auberge Resorts Collection
Located in the heart of wine country, Solage sits on 22-acres of Napa countryside. Boasting a modern farm aesthetic, it's recommended for families and couples looking for a chic retreat, where award-winning food, and health & wellness are high priority.
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View AccommodationVentana Big Sur, An Alila Resort
Rewarding guests with spectacular views of the Pacific Big Sur coastline, Ventana Big Sur, an Alila Resort, is an adults only retreat, brimming with pampering amenities and perfectly placed to explore this remarkable stretch of the California coast.
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View AccommodationCALIFORNIA HOTEL
Enviably located just steps from the beach, Hotel Californian is a celebration of Spanish Colonial architecture and modern style and design. Featuring a rooftop pool with panoramic ocean views, there's no better place to experience the American Riviera.
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View AccommodationCavallo Point Lodge
An award-winning escape, Cavallo Point Lodge is a luxury San Francisco hotel located at the base of the Golden Gate Bridge in one of America’s most popular National Parks.
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View AccommodationPendry West Hollywood
Sophisticated and playful in equal measure, this hotel is the epitome of laid-back California cool with a prime location on West Hollywood’s iconic Sunset Boulevard.
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View AccommodationThe Maybourne Beverly Hills
Located in the prestigious heart of Beverly Hills, mere moments from exclusive Rodeo Drive, The Maybourne Beverly Hills is a timelessly elegant Los Angeles hotel, defining luxury and fine service within sumptuous and comforting surroundings.
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View AccommodationThe Redwoods in Yosemite
Nestled among the giant redwood trees, stay in your own log cabin in Yosemite's Wawona area. Peaceful, private and authentic, the self-catered homes are located on private property within the National Park.
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View ExperienceYour free time in Santa Barbara - Scott Dunn suggests
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View ExperienceYour free time in Yosemite - Scott Dunn Suggests
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View ExperienceUniversal Hollywood VIP Experience
Star treatment awaits the fortunate few on this exclusive guided behind-the-scenes tour, revealing world class production facilities & movie sets normally closed to the public and enjoying front-of-line access to all rides, attractions & gourmet lunch.
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View ExperienceCycle over the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito
Hire a bike and cycle over the iconic Golden Gate Bridge from Fisherman's Wharf to charming Sausalito, perched on the hillside between the Bay and the Marin Headlands, or for the really energetic keep pedalling to Tiburon for lunch at Sam's!
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View ExperienceMonterey Aquarium - The US #1
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View ExperienceExplore Alcatraz Island
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