Horseback Riding Maras and Moray Ranch Departure

Why Take the Horseback Riding Maras and Moray Tour?

This private experience combines horseback riding, Andean landscapes, and two important Sacred Valley attractions without joining a large group or following a shared tour schedule.

Private Horseback Riding Experience

The tour operates exclusively for your party, allowing your guide and local horseman to adapt the riding pace to your experience and comfort level.

Ride Peruvian Paso Horses

Ride well trained Peruvian Paso horses, a breed famous for its naturally smooth gait and comfortable riding style.

Suitable for Beginners

No previous horseback riding experience is required. Before starting, you’ll receive basic riding and safety instructions, with assistance throughout the experience.

Moray and Maras Salt Mines

Combine your horseback riding adventure with visits to Moray’s circular Inca terraces and the spectacular Maras Salt Mines, two distinctive attractions in the Sacred Valley.

Horseback Riding Maras and Moray – Itinerary

Hotel Pickup in Cusco or the Sacred Valley

Your private experience begins with pickup directly from your hotel in Cusco or the Sacred Valley. Travel by private vehicle toward the Maras countryside, where your horses, guide, and local horseman will be waiting.

Meet Your Peruvian Paso Horse

Before beginning the ride, your guide introduces you to your horse and provides basic riding and safety instructions. You’ll have time to become comfortable with your horse before starting the trail, making the experience suitable for both beginners and experienced riders.

Horseback Ride Through the Maras Countryside

Begin riding through peaceful Andean trails surrounded by agricultural fields, traditional rural landscapes, and impressive mountain scenery and your professional local horseman accompany you throughout the horseback riding route.

Moray Inca Terraces

Continue toward Moray, famous for its remarkable circular Inca terraces and take time to explore the archaeological site with your guide and learn about the history and importance of this extraordinary place in the Sacred Valley.

Ride Through the Andean Highlands

Continue across the countryside surrounding Maras and Moray, enjoying panoramic views of farmland, rural communities, and the surrounding Andes. Traveling on horseback allows you to experience this highland landscape at a slower pace and from a completely different perspective than a conventional vehicle tour.

Maras Salt Mines

Visit the spectacular Maras Salt Mines, where thousands of traditional salt pools descend along the mountainside, during your visit, your guide explains how natural saline water feeds the pools and how local families continue the traditional salt-harvesting process today.

Return and Private Transfer

After completing the horseback riding experience and site visits, return to the meeting point. Your private transportation will then take you comfortably back to your hotel in Cusco or the Sacred Valley.

What’s Included in the Horseback Riding Maras and Moray Tour?

• Round trip hotel pickup and drop-off
• Private transportation from Cusco or the Sacred Valley
• Peruvian Paso horse
• Approximately 2–2.5 hours of horseback riding
• Professional English-speaking guide
• Local horseman
• Basic riding and safety instructions
• Guided visits to Moray and Maras
• Bottled water

What’s Not Included

• Entrance fees to Moray and the Maras Salt Mines
• Lunch and additional snacks
• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance
• Gratuities for your guide and local horseman

Horseback Riding Weight Limit

For the safety of our guests and the well being of our horses, the maximum rider weight is 92 kg (203 lbs). Please inform us before booking if you have any questions regarding the riding requirements.

Is This Horseback Riding Tour Suitable for Beginners?

Yes. No previous horseback riding experience is required. Before departure, your guide and local horseman provide basic riding and safety instructions, the riding pace can be adapted to the experience and comfort level of the riders.

The smooth gait of the Peruvian Paso horse also provides a comfortable riding experience for many first-time riders.

What to Bring

• Comfortable pants
• Closed-toe shoes
• Light jacket
• Sun hat
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Water
• Camera or smartphone
• Cash in Peruvian soles
• Rain protection during the wet season

Best Time for Horseback Riding in Maras and Moray

The Horseback Riding Maras and Moray tour operates year-round, the dry season, generally from April to October, usually provides drier trails and clearer mountain views. During the rainy season, the surrounding countryside becomes greener and particularly scenic, although rain protection is recommended.

Morning and afternoon departures are available depending on availability.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Horseback Riding Maras and Moray tour suitable for beginners?

Yes. No previous horseback riding experience is required. You’ll receive basic instructions before starting, and your professional guide and local horseman accompany you throughout the experience.

How long does the Horseback Riding Maras and Moray experience last?

The horseback riding portion lasts approximately 2 to 2.5 hours. Including private transportation and visits to Moray and Maras, the complete experience operates as a half-day tour.

Do we visit both Moray and the Maras Salt Mines?

Yes. The experience combines horseback riding through the Maras countryside with visits to Moray and the Maras Salt Mines.

What type of horses do you use?

We use Peruvian Paso horses, known for their smooth natural gait and comfortable riding characteristics.

Do I need previous horseback riding experience?

No. First-time riders are welcome. Your guide and local horseman provide instructions and assistance before and during the ride.

Is this a private horseback riding tour?

Yes. This is a 100% private tour, exclusively for your party.

What is the maximum weight for horseback riding?

The maximum rider weight is 92 kg (203 lbs) for the safety of the rider and the well-being of the horse.

Are entrance tickets included?

No. Entrance fees for Moray and the Maras Salt Mines are paid separately.

Can you pick me up from the Sacred Valley?

Yes. Private pickup can be arranged from Cusco or the Sacred Valley, according to your confirmed reservation.

Is the tour available year-round?

Yes. The tour operates throughout the year. The dry season generally provides drier riding conditions, while the rainy season offers greener Andean landscapes.

Book Your Horseback Riding Maras and Moray Experience

Discover Maras and Moray from a different perspective on a private horseback riding adventure through the Andean countryside. Ride a Peruvian Paso horse, explore Moray and the Maras Salt Mines, and enjoy the experience with your own professional guide, local horseman, and private transportation.

US$155 per Person • Half Day • 100% Private • Minimum 2 Participants

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