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Cabalgata Don Tobias

7km de la fortuna hacia el volcan arenal, La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park P.O.Box:99-4417, Costa Rica
506-2479-1311
4.5 of 5 stars 8 Reviews
Type: Equestrian Trails
Owner description: The tour, which is carried out 100% on horseback, begins in the modern stables of Don Tobías’ farm. There, a professional team of guides prepares...... more » Owner description: The tour, which is carried out 100% on horseback, begins in the modern stables of Don Tobías’ farm. There, a professional team of guides prepares visitors with pertinent information. Child-sized equipment is also available. Nearly all of the tour takes place on private lands, crossing through second generation forest and primary forest, as well as beautiful pastures, some of which were used for cattle, and, of course, visitors will see the magnificent Arenal Volcano that accompanies visitors throughout the trip.Departure: 8:30 am or 1:30 p.mDuration: 3 hoursIncludes: Transportation, guide, equipment, water.Suggested Equipment: Long pants, cool shirts, binoculars, cameras, sunscreen, and insect repellent. « less
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Montreal, QC
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21 reviews 21 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 January 2012

The view was extraordinary on our ascent to a viewpoint of the Arenal volcano. Unfortuately my horse (Muneca) wandered to the right and lagged behind.while another horse kicked one person. Other horses were better. More

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Grand Junction, Colorado
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

This was an amazing horseback ride but our guide did not speak English so we didn't get to ask many questions and the ones that we did ask weren't answered correctly. He tried but it just would have been better if we got a little education, history or conversation with the tour. If you are just looking for beautiful views... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

I can hardly believe these are livery horses. Not your usual scruffy, dirty, lazy horses. These were well kept, wonderfully mannered, and smart horses. The stables are immaculate. The tour itself is beautiful, the views are stunning, the properties you ride through are full of plants and animals and the guide was great at spotting them. But really, the best... More

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Tempe, Arizona
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2012

We decided to go on this tour having not been on a horse in over ten years. The horses were extremely well trained and healthy. Our guides were very knowledgeable about the area and all of the wildlife. We saw beautiful views, rode directly through a field of cattle, and rode through places I never thought a horse could go!... More

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Woodstock, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 July 2011

Our family of 5 including kids aged 6,10 and 12 absolutely loved it! Gentle horses spectacular views! Best activities above ziplining and atvs! A must do activity!!! More

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Edward Acuña Solis, Guest Relations Manager at Cabalgata Don Tobias, responded to this review
4 August 2011

thank you very much for your lovely comments, how happy we are that you've enjoyed this tour, and thanks for recommending. I mention to you that will be ready next time our new thermal river project and will be totally free to all our guests, we hope you soon and thanks for everything. God bless you all. More

Monteverde, Costa Rica
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012
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Madrid, Spain
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2012
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Managua, Nicaragua
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012
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