Thailand · HORSES
Good horses tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 7 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Ride from the Ao Nam Mao village stables with an English-speaking guide, following Ban Ao Nam Mao beach toward views of Railay Bay and Phi Phi Island. Choose a one-hour, two-hour, or 1.5-hour sunset ride, with a stop at the 25-million-year-old shellfish fossil beach.
Ride a locally trained horse from Ao Nam Mao Beach into villages, palm plantations, and rural fields. Your guide gives a safety briefing, matches horses to riding ability, and may allow experienced riders to canter when conditions permit. Choose one or two hours, with hotel pickup from nearby Krabi areas.
“Please do not support this. Horseback riding should not be a thing in Thailand if horses aren’t properly taken care of. I’m pretty sure there is animal abuse happening here. My horse kept stopping to eat along the way and there was an incidenRead more”
Meet at Kamala Horse Riding Club for a guided one-hour beach ride at 5:30 pm. You’ll receive a helmet, boots, safety instructions, and an English-speaking guide, then follow the shoreline as the sun sets. The pace suits beginners, but riders must weigh under 85 kg.
“The guides were friendly and helpful during the ride on the beach. The scenery was breathtaking at sunset. Local eateries are very close by, if you need dinner after riding.”
Ride for about an hour from a stable in Chalong, following hill paths beside rubber plantations and local fruit orchards. An instructor gives a safety briefing and accompanies the ride. You’ll climb toward views of Chalong Bay, Bang Wad Reservoir, and the dam before returning to the stable.
“We enjoyed the ride. Horses well cared for. Definitely fed well for such a humid environment.”
Meet at Kamala Horse Riding Club for a one-hour guided ride along Kamala Beach. You can walk, trot, or canter at a controlled pace, then help shower and feed your horse. Helmets, boots, water, insurance, and an English-speaking guide are included.
“Was amazing. Get 1:1 riding . So wonderful horse and full Galopp. Every wish was get true. Booked again 2. day :) . Thanks guys.”
Ride for 1, 2, or 3 hours from Ao Nam Mao Beach, passing countryside, forest, village lanes, and white sand. Choose morning, afternoon, or sunset, with pickup from select Ao Nang and Ao Nammao hotels. Beginners receive a safety briefing, helmet, water, and a horse suited to their riding level.
“Very enjoyable ride around the forest and village and lastly along the beach, hotel pickup was on time and staff are happy to take pictures for you”
Meet the Oh-Hoo team at Laem Yai Beach for a one-hour horseback ride through tropical gardens and along the sand. Calm horses suit beginners, while stronger riders may trot after showing control. English-speaking staff, helmets, boots, water, and insurance are included.
“This was a great experience, even for a first time horse rider. The horses were very calm and well-trained. You almost don't need to do anything as they just follow each other in a straight line, and you can just enjoy the beautiful views in thRead more”
Pick a coast, a kitchen or a temple.
