
$134
Beach Horseback Ride Day Tour in FalmouthTake this small group beach horseback ride tour through the woods and waters, and you will think you have been in a time machine!After driving from Falmouth to the stables, approximately 40 minutes, you will set out with your trained tour guide on a scenic countryside trail ride through wooded areas, where the Taino Indians used to hunt for food. Learn about the culture of these first islanders - their beliefs, habits and existence - before Columbus landed and the island was colonized under the Spanish flag.Ride through a natural wetland on this Falmouth cruise port tour, shaded by almond and coconut trees, and see the excavations carried out by archaeologists, keen to uncover the deep-rooted history of this area.On arrival at a stretch of deserted beach, you will strip down to your bathing suits, while the saddles are removed from the horses. You will then set out on a bareback horse ride experience in the Caribbean Sea, an experience not to be missed. The total time with the horses is approximately 90 minutes. Time in the water is approximately 10-15 minutes.The return ride takes you along the deserted beach, where herons and other water birds fish in the shallow waters; through the mangroves, which hide the remains of an 18th- century warehouse; and by an ancient waterwheel that powered the old sugar mill on this former sugar plantation.Please Note: A photo CD is available to purchase on the day of the tour, however, it is not recommended to purchase the CD as the quality of photos cannot be guaranteed and it is non-refundable. Instead, please feel free to bring a camera with you to capture your own memories. No refunds will be issued once a photo CD has been purchased.
Falmouth, Jamaica, offers docking at Falmouth Port. Travelers explore Good Hope Estate and Martha Brae River. Excursions include rafting and Dunn’s River Falls climbs. Local markets sell jerk pork. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes curry goat, a Jamaican favorite. Souvenirs, like wood carvings, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance river activities. Falmouth’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Jamaican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic estates and adventurous excursions, making Falmouth an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
we suggest wearing a bathing suit under comfortable clothing. A towel, sunglasses, sunscreen and money for gratuities is also suggested.
210 minutes