--- title: "Equestrian" url: https://www.casadecampo.com.do/experiences/equestrian/ date: 2025-09-14 modified: 2026-09-02 lang: en author: "Ury Guzman" description: "SOME OF THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE STABLES IN THE CARIBBEAN Equestrian Casa de Campo Resort and Villas’ extensive equestrian center is among the best in the Caribbean. And if you’ve never..." image: https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/EJ4B91254151.jpg word_count: 579 --- # Equestrian ## Key Takeaways - Casa de Campo Resort and Villas’ equestrian center offers English or Western-style riding, jumping, grooming techniques, and rodeo stunts with expert staff on hand. - Riding Lessons start with basic lessons for beginners of all ages, and riders 6 years and older may ride by themselves. - Rancho Peligro Tour runs Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for $300 per person, with a minimum of four people required. ![Equestrian and Horseback riding at Casa de Campo](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Equestrian.jpg) ## SOME OF THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE STABLES IN THE CARIBBEAN # Equestrian Casa de Campo Resort and Villas’ extensive equestrian center is among the best in the Caribbean. And if you’ve never saddled up before, our expert staff is on hand for lessons in English or Western-style riding and jumping, and even grooming techniques and rodeo stunts. Private guides are available for individual or group trail rides on two of our cattle ranches. Enjoy a leisurely ride through herds of water buffalo, lakes teeming with ducks and local fauna, sugar cane fields, and our on-site horse-breeding operation. The Equestrian and [Polo](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/experiences/polo/) are directed by Fernando Arata, originally from Argentina, a professional polo player with ample experience in the field. ![](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/EJ4B91254151.jpg) ## Riding Lessons Basic riding lessons are available for beginners of all ages. Riders 6 years and older, may ride by themselves. Our professionals can transform you from a beginner to an experienced rider. You can reserve lessons when booking your stay, or the [concierge ](mailto:a.concierge@ccampo.com.do)will gladly arrange lessons upon your arrival. [Contact the Concierge](Mailto: a.concierge@ccampo.com.do) ## Horse Jumping Experience the thrill of soaring into the air high on the saddle of a powerful and majestic creature. We can help you leap to new heights with the basics of jumping. Available to experienced riders only, our expert staff will teach you the proper postures and special techniques you need to guide one of our well-trained horses to jump. ![Equestrian and Polo Gear at Casa de Campo Resort & Villas Polo Club in the Dominican Republic](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/horse-equestrian-center-e1561478972573.jpg) ![Donkey Polo Experience at Casa de Campo Resort & Villas](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/donkey-polo-e1561479083741.jpg) ## Donkey Polo Taste the sweet victory of a championship polo player, even if you’ve never been on a horse before. All it takes is a cowboy spirit, the basic rules of polo, and a herd of Casa de Campo’s very own Dominican burrows. Families of all ages, corporate sales executives and CEOs, and everybody in between, all compete on an equal playing field in this highly competitive and entertaining sport. We will supply the donkeys, the event staff, a sound system and microphone, and all you need to bring is a sense of team spirit and fun. This activity is ideal for groups and corporate events, from families, teammates, and wedding parties will treasure the laughter and fun memories forever. Rancho Peligro Tour ## Horseback Tour Enjoy this off-property trail ride to Rancho Peligro. On this tour, our guests will have the opportunity to see firsthand our cowboys working with the cattle and horse herds as they ride through scenic cane fields, open pastures, and lagoons. **Tour Schedule & Pricing:** Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. $300 per/person **All rates are in USD and do not include taxes. Rates are subject to change. A minimum of four people required. Villa owners: Use your courtesy card for a discount.* ![Horseback riding tour at Casa de Campo Resort & Villas](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Horse_Tour.jpg) ## Rates **Please note: All rates are in USD and do not include taxes. Rates are subject to change.* | Description | Rates | | ----------- | ----- | | **Horseback Riding** | | | 1/2 Hour | $45 | | 1/2 Hour pony ride (Kids under 6 years old) | $50 | | 1 Hour | $85 | | **Private Guide** (If you wish to ride by yourself and not as part of the group, you may hire a private guide.) | | | 1 hour | $50 | | **Horseback Riding & Jumping Lessons** | | | 1/2 Hour | $100 | | 1 Hour | $150 | | **Donkey Polo Activities** | | | Individual minimum of 8 people / 1 hour | $85 | | For groups min 8 people / 1 hour This activity includes an announcer, music, and a cash bar. Please ensure your reservation is made at least two days in advance, with payment completed by the day before the scheduled activity. | $2,000 | ## Contact Us To book your once-in-a-lifetime trail riding experience, please contact our concierge team via [email](mailto: a.concierge@ccampo.com.do) or by phone at [809.523.3333, ext. 5249.](tel: 809.523.3333, 5249) **Hours: **8:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m. | 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. [Submit Message](mailto: a.concierge@ccampo.com.do) ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: Are the riding lessons at Casa de Campo good for complete beginners?** A: Basic riding lessons are available for beginners of all ages, and riders 6 years and older may ride by themselves. That makes the program a practical entry point if someone wants to start with English or Western-style riding without needing prior experience. Casa de Campo, Casa De Campo, Casadecampo also offers grooming techniques and rodeo stunts, so the lessons are not just about sitting on a horse. **Q: Can families or groups do donkey polo at Casa de Campo?** A: Donkey polo is built for groups, not just experienced riders. The activity uses Casa de Campo’s Dominican burrows and is described as ideal for families, corporate sales teams, CEOs, wedding parties, and other groups that want a competitive but playful event. The resort supplies the donkeys, event staff, sound system, and microphone, which keeps the setup simple for organizers. **Q: What is included in the Rancho Peligro horseback tour?** A: The Rancho Peligro tour is an off-property trail ride that takes guests through scenic cane fields, open pastures, and lagoons while watching cowboys work with cattle and horse herds. It runs Thursday through Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at $300 per person in USD. A minimum of four people is required, and villa owners can use their courtesy card for a discount. **Q: What are the horseback riding rates at Casa de Campo?** A: The rates are set by ride length and activity type, with all prices listed in USD before taxes. Horseback Riding is $45 for 1/2 hour and $85 for 1 hour, while a 1/2 hour pony ride for kids under 6 is $50. Private Guide service is $50 for 1 hour if you want to ride by yourself instead of in a group. **Q: When should I book Donkey Polo or horseback activities?** A: Donkey Polo needs advance planning because reservations must be made at least two days ahead and payment completed by the day before the activity. That matters more than people expect since the group version includes an announcer, music, and a cash bar. For trail riding experiences, Casa de Campo says guests can contact the concierge team by email or phone at 809.523.3333 ext. 5249 during 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.