Private Tour
Horseback Riding Tour and visit to Tablón, Chaquira, Pelota and Purutal
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
The best way to explore the archaeological points around city. On this horseback tour, a local will show you the magic of this area first hand.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Insurance
Horse riding gear
Pickup by horse. Guide will bring the horse on the hotel to pickup and start the tour
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Hotel Arqueologico San Agustin
Vereda La Estrella, Via al Parque Arqueologico San Agustin Colombia
Finca El Cielo
Via Del Estrecho, 3 Km, San Agustin Colombia
Asgard San Agustin Huila
Via Rural San Agustin Colombia
Casa Familiar
Via Estrecho del Magdalena Vereda el Tablon Km 1,5 San Agustin Colombia
Cabanas Guacari
Via Al Estrecho Vereda El Tablon San Agustin Colombia
HotelTierraactiva
Vereda Purutal San Agustin Colombia
Hotel Andino
Calle 5, 25, 2 km from San Agustín Archaeological Park San Agustin Colombia
Hostal Alto de los Andaquies
Vereda Nueva Zelanda, Huila San Agustin Colombia
Hotel Diamante Real San Agustin
Calle 3 Numero 11 - 37 San Agustin Colombia
What To Expect
La Pelota - Estatuas A Color
We will cross the rural area of the town, arriving first at La Pelota, where you can see three statues located very close to where they were originally found, as well as vestiges of an original mound.
El Purutal
A few meters away from there is El Purutal, where there are four more statues of which two still retain the original coloration that many other monoliths in the area are believed to have once had.
Options
Tour with Bilingual Guide
Pickup included
Tour in Spanish
Pickup included
Reviews
12 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful ride in the countryside
A5705KHkail,
Jan 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was the first time I was on a horse and thanks to the skills help of the guides everything went smoothly! It was really nice to discover the landscape on horseback and the viewpoint was my absolute highlight! The view over the whole green valley was just fantastic!
The horse riding is fun
Wing H,
Dec 26, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00I was the only person in the time slot. My tour guide was waiting for me in front of the hotel before the starting time. The horse are well train and knows the route already. I just let the horse to run and does not need too much effort to control it. The ride is funny. There are 3 archelogy sites which are small but quite difficult to access by car. I think horse riding is more suitable. I saw the status with the colors. Even my tour guide does not speak English. However, he still tried to communicate to me about how to put the color on the rocks. He is very good.
Excellent tour option
55andalive,
Dec 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide was excellent. He had a true appreciation and love of Colombia and knowledge of and concern for the preservation of St Augustin's amazing pre Columbian archeological treasures. The caveat for me was my inexperience and anxiety regarding horseback riding, and the length of the ride and amount of climbing given that we were tired following two previous strenuous hikes in high altitude. I highly recommend this tour however for folks that are at least somewhat comfortable on a horse and can do a fair amount of stairs at one site and a bit of climbing at another.
Amazing
Kate B,
Jun 1, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Too many good things to write in the space here. Our tour guide (Martha) was so knowledgeable and kind. We also had Joel with us, who taught us how to ride the horses and had a great knowledge of local plants and wildlife. The statues were all awe inspiring, the chaquira location being notable for the beautiful canyon it is perched on. A must-do if you're spending a few days in San Augustín!
Recommended
laisanro,
Mar 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Don Joel is a knowledgeable, attentive, and patient guide, and I felt safe on the horse throughout the entire tour. The places are beautiful. It's worth it!
Perfect
mand C,
Mar 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Magnificent walk with extraordinary landscapes, Joël is a very caring person, I recommend ++++
Exploring the surroundings on horseback is simply fantastic
OnAir13755494083,
Oct 13, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The horseback riding tour was a highlight for me in San Augustin, sitting on a horse for around 4 hours and exploring the beautiful surroundings. The horses are also suitable for beginners and the guide was super nice and kept sharing his knowledge with us along the way. We stopped at various archaeological sites and at Chaquira, where you have a fantastic view of the canyon and Rio Magdalena.
Really great trip!
Antonia G,
Aug 16, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I wanted to share my impressions of the amazing horseback riding tour where I visited Tablon, Chaquira, Pelota and Purutal in San Agustin. It was really amazing! The views were amazing and the guides were super nice. The best thing was that we were able to experience everything on horseback - a really cool adventure. I can definitely recommend the tour if you are ever in the area!
Pure nature! This is something you should experience when you are in San Agustín.
golddillusion,
Aug 14, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have done the horse tour with Pacho several times and it was absolutely amazing every time! In just half a day you can visit the archaeological sites around San Agustín, experience the breathtaking nature of the surrounding area and the highlight is undoubtedly the view of the Magdalena Canyon near La Chaquira. The horses are well cared for, suitable for both beginners and advanced riders, and you always feel safe on them. I can only highly recommend this tour if you are visiting San Agustín!
Absolutely worth doing
andrealF826VE,
Aug 8, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful horses, even for a complete beginner. Joel very kind and pleasant companion. Beautiful trip of almost 4 hours. Lush nature and archaeological visit. Not to be missed. The best way to visit San agustin
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