Horseback Riding along the Beach

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Horseback riding along the beach in Punta Cana is exactly what it sounds like — you ride a horse along the water, usually on the quieter stretches east or west of Bávaro where the hotels thin out. Most outfits run morning and afternoon slots, and the pace is calm enough for beginners. If you've never ridden, guides walk you through the basics before you head out, and the horses are used to sand and surf. The appeal is simple: you're on a beach, on a horse, and for an hour or so you're not staring at a pool chair. Some tours include a swim stop where the horses wade into shallow water, which feels less gimmicky than it sounds. Viator partners list this under beach activities and nature tours, and the $69 starting price is typical for the category. Five reviews on file all rate it at five stars, but the sample is small — take that as directional, not definitive.