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    Water Horseback Ride in Palma Sola Bay

    Ride a swimming horse through Palma Sola Bay’s waters

    4.9 stars• 585 reviews
    From$175/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    90 mins

    Includes

    Horseback ride, guide

    Highlights

    Saddle up for a water-only horseback ride through Palma Sola Bay. Ride as your horse swims, trots through the water, and gives you a chance to try horse surfing.

    • Explore Palma Sola Bay from horseback
    • Try horse surfing while your horse moves through the water
    • Watch the bay for manatees and dolphins
    • Enjoy coastal scenery from the water

    Important details

    • Ages 10+ only
    • Weight limit: 260 lbs
    • Arrive 10–15 minutes before ride time for check-in
    • Expect to get wet; wear clothing you will be comfortable in once wet
    • Go barefoot or wear water shoes secured at the heels

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund up to 20 days before your ride. Receive a 50% refund from 20 days to 96 hours before your scheduled ride. No refund within 96 hours. Severe weather may be rescheduled or offered as a rain check. No-shows and late arrivals are nonrefundable.

    FAQs

    Plan to get wet. Wear a bathing suit or athletic clothing. Go barefoot or wear water shoes secured at the heels. If you want photos, bring a waterproof phone pouch or a water camera.

    Arrive 10–15 minutes before your ride time to check in and meet your horse and guide. The ride starts on time with or without you.

    This ride is for ages 10+ and riders up to 260 lbs.

    Meeting details

    Florida Beach Horses, 8400 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34209

    Experience provided by Florida Beach Horses

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    Rider under 220 lbs

    $175.15

    Ages 3+

    0

    Rider over 220 lbs

    $175.15

    Ages 10+

    0

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    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.

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    Michael Shultz

    July 6, 2026

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