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    Sand & Surf Horseback Ride in Bradenton

    Ride from the beach into the water with one-on-one horse guidance

    4.9 stars• 556 reviews
    From$186/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    1 hr 30 mins

    Includes

    Horse, guide, water activities

    Highlights

    Explore the shoreline on horseback with a guide by your side. Start with a saddled beach walk, then head into the water for an optional bareback ride.
    • Ride along the beach with time for photos
    • Enter the water with your horse for an aquatic adventure
    • Try optional water activities, including horse surfing
    • Watch for manatees and dolphins in the water
    • Learn with one-on-one guidance throughout the ride

    Know before you go

    • Arrive 10–15 minutes before your scheduled ride time
    • Ages 3+ only; riders over 220 lbs must be ages 10+
    • Weight limit: 260 lbs
    • Expect to get wet; wear clothing you are comfortable getting wet in
    • Go barefoot or wear water shoes secured at the heels

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund up to 20 days before your ride. Cancel 20 days to 96 hours before for a 50% refund. Cancellations within 96 hours are nonrefundable. Severe weather may be rescheduled or issued a rain check. No-shows and late arrivals are nonrefundable.

    FAQs

    Your guides can take photos during the ride. Bring a waterproof phone pouch or water camera to protect your device.

    The ride can accommodate riders with disabilities and includes one-on-one guidance.

    Your riding experience level is collected before the ride. The experience includes one-on-one guidance and is available to a wide variety of riders.

    Experience provided by Florida Beach Horses
    Experience provided by Florida Beach Horses

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    Rider under 220 lbs

    $186.45

    Ages 3+

    0

    Rider over 220 lbs

    $186.45

    Ages 10+

    0

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    This was an absolutely incredible experience. I took my now fiancé there on our 5-year anniversary as boyfriend and girlfriend. It was the perfect day and this is where I proposed to her. The tour guides were very friendly, professional and make you feel loved and welcomed during the whole experience. We are definitely going to come back and do this again.

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    Michael Shultz

    July 6, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    This was an absolutely incredible experience. I took my now fiancé there on our 5-year anniversary as boyfriend and girlfriend. It was the perfect day and this is where I proposed to her. The tour guides were very friendly, professional and make you feel loved and welcomed during the whole experience. We are definitely going to come back and do this again.

    Photo of Michael Shultz

    Michael Shultz

    July 6, 2026

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