Day 3 – Riding excursion ‘Villages and Beach’
After breakfast, departure from the hotel at 08:40 am and transfer to the Rancho el Contento horse ranch. The riding tour starts around 09:00 am. The riding excursion with an English speaking riding instructor leads through typical Dominican villages to a natural sandy beach. Riding along the beach to the mouth of the river La Boca. Afterwards short break with refreshments and return ride to the ranch. The total duration of the tour is approx. 3,5 hours. Return to the hotel.
Megan Mulrooney Fitzpatric –
A friend and I did came to DR for a week for the purpose of seeing the countryside by horseback. We rode with Ute from Rancho El Contento and could not have asked for a more amazing experience. Ute took us for long gallops on the beach, river crossings, a glimpse into life in mountain villages and provided us with explanations of local flora and fauna. We have already decided to return to do a week of full day rides. There is so much more we want to see!
Our stay at Charming Countryside Chalet was so pleasant. The rooms are comfortable and spacious and the breakfasts are delectable. Tasty omelettes, fresh fruit and avocado and great coffee (very important!). We enjoyed our downtime by the pool and walking the grounds taking in the beautiful landscape. We’d return tomorrow if we could.