Your Ensenada Cruise Ship Excursion

The taxi pick up location

Our friendly and licensed taxi driver will be waiting here with a sign with your name on it

Welcome to Horses by Jose!

Looking for an amazing activity while at port in Ensenada? Look no further! Horses by Jose is Northern Baja’s premiere horseback riding experience.

Whether you are traveling on your cruise with the whole family, making it a romantic getaway, or just taking a quick weekend vacation with friends, we look forward to helping you make your day in Ensenada something you won’t forget!

Upon disembarking from the ship one of our friendly, bilingual, licensed taxi drivers will be waiting for you at the meeting spot with a sign that has your name on it.

A scenic 45 minute drive through rolling hillsides and past the Valle de Guadalupe - Baja’s winemaking and culinary region - will bring you into the rural village of La Mision, known for its horse and cowboy culture.

When your taxi pulls into the ranch you will know that you are home - the dogs are the first greeting party and can’t wait to have their heads scratched! At the ranch we have 30 horses, 12 dogs, a bunch of sheep, goats, chickens, roosters and even a donkey named Taquito!

Once you have a chance to stretch your legs, use the bathroom, and give all the animals greetings, we will give you a brief overview of how to ride a horse and then get you matched with your horse and fit with your saddle and out onto the trails!

Our ride starts by winding through a scenic and protected estuary, along the Guadalupe River, through trails and then out onto Playa La Mision, the most beautiful stretch of beach in all of Northern Baja. Once on the beach those who would like to try out their newly acquired vaquero skills will have a chance to trot, canter, or even gallop along the beach.

Imagine feeling the wind blowing through your hair, the seagulls flying past, and you and your horse floating together as you gallop through the water!

Along the way our expert guides will be your personal ‘paparazzi’ capturing photos and videos of your experience - all included in your ride - and air dropped to you when you get back to the ranch.

And, if that is not enough, you can also request our special ‘margarita ride’ which includes a freshly made (from real limes!) margarita once you are back to the ranch.

After you’ve gotten all the photos you want, hung out with the animals, and let some of the authentic Mexican hospitality sink in, the taxi will be ready to take you back to the Port of Ensenada. On the way he can take you for some of the most delicious tacos the area has to offer, or if you’d rather, to get all your souvenirs taken care of at Ensenada’s downtown shopping area.

Are you ready to make your horseback riding dreams a reality?

Make sure to reserve your ride today!

All the Info:

  • Advanced reservations required - book here

  • The taxi will pick you up an hour before your ride - so, for a 9am ride it is an 8am pickup, 11am ride is a 10am pickup, 1pm ride is a 12pm pickup

  • The total cost for the taxi is $80 dollars round trip for up to 4 people, paid in cash to the driver upon your return to the port. Each additional person is $10/person up to 7 people. (It is a taxi mini van)

  • The taxi will have a sign with your name on it.

  • The taxi will meet you here

Want to know what others are saying about their amazing cruise ship experience with Horses by Jose? Read more reviews on Trip Advisor, Yelp and Google.

**Please make sure that we have a phone number for you that will work once you dock in case we need to reach you for any reason

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Rides are suitable for all ages and all experience levels.

Thank you again for hosting us. This is such a highlight of our trip and the only repeat thing my daughter wanted to do!

-Stephanie

adventure awaits

My granddaughter and I were on a cruise and decided to go horseback riding with Horses by Jose while in Ensanada. My granddaughter's dream was to gallop along the beach. Jose, Junior, Erin, and Zeus made sure she got to Live Her Dream.

If you love horseback riding or just want to give it a try you will not be disappointed. They take pictures and videos (no charge) so you can focus on fun. They are happy to accomodate all skill levels and ensure that everyone has an amazing ride. My granddaughter lived her dream and this grandma got to share the experience and create cherished memories.

THANK YOU, hope to see you again. - Traci

We are two for two in awesome horseback riding experiences with Erin and Jose. We’ve only been to Ensenada twice, and the family has chosen this cruise ship experience both times. It’s not your basic trail ride. While it starts with a trail ride, you head to the beach where they let you loose to ride at your pace/ability. One daughter just walks along the waves, while my other daughter and I get ours racing in a flat out run along the beach. The second time we had a bit more time in Ensenada, so Erin planned an incredibly special food and drink experience with tacos and margaritas! Could not have enjoyed our time more. - Casey

FAQs

  • We are about 45 minutes from the cruise ship port. It is a beautiful, rural and scenic drive, allowing you to see more than just the port area of Ensenada.

  • Yes! We work with a licensed taxi service to bring you to and from the cruise ship port. (There is an additional cost for transportation, depending on the number of passengers). Our taxi drivers are experienced, friendly and bilingual and are ready to meet you when you get off the ship!

  • No! We take beginning riders all the time! Our ride is suitable for all ages and all experience levels.

  • That is up to you! If you would like to try a trot, canter, or gallop along the beach, and we see that you are able to, by all means!

  • Yes! Our experienced guides will be taking photos and videos along your ride that are yours (free!).

    Once you are done with the ride we will airdrop the photos to you (or WhatsApp)

  • Yes! Our ride starts at the ranch, goes through estuary trails, along a river, and then out along the beautiful Playa La Mision, the most beautiful stretch of beach in all of Northern Baja California.

  • We do not have an exact weight limit. If you have a question about this, please let us know and we can answer.

  • Plan on about 3.5 hours total. The ride itself is about 75-90 minutes, depending on your group and how fast or slow you would like to ride.

  • Yes we do! Ask us about our 'margarita ride' or our 'taco ride' - perfect for groups of friends or families who want an authentic experience of Mexican ranch hospitality!

  • We take a maximum group size of 10 riders at once. If you have a larger group, let us know and we can provide you with possible options.

  • We require a deposit (one rider) to reserve your spot. The remainder of the payment for your horseback ride is due on the day you ride.

    *The payment for the taxi is in cash, paid to the driver upon your return to the port.

  • Don't worry - we work closely with those in the port to accommodate last minute changes in the ship's port schedule. We will do everything possible to make sure you are able to reschedule your ride.

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A great excursion. Horses were healthy and our guides made everything enjoyable. I'd
recommend this excursion! - Ralph