Cavalgada Recanto do Peão
Duration2 hrs
When people see "Carreteiro" in the name, they often imagine a cart, carriage, or some second route on wheels, but that is not what happens here. The experience begins with a 3 km horseback ride, lasting approximately 1 hour through native forest, and ends with a typical dinner served from a wood-fired stove.
The name refers to the carreteiro rice served at the end, accompanied by boiled cassava, feijão tropeiro and pasta. We recommend this tour for those who want to experience a real farm atmosphere, with a calm pace, trained horses and an itinerary that works well even for those who have never ridden before.
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The most important operational detail appears even before the trail begins: no one mounts from the ground. The farm uses an elevated platform so getting onto the horse is more stable and requires less effort, which greatly reduces the insecurity of those riding for the first time.
In addition to that, there are trained horses, guidance before departure and monitor supervision throughout the entire route. In groups of up to 10 participants, the experience is more organized and the team’s attention is not diluted.
The route crosses preserved native vegetation and includes a stop by a lake, a point where the group usually slows down even more to observe the surroundings. There may be sightings of alligators in their natural habitat, without a major detour or any rush to move on.
This is not a high-speed horseback ride, and that works in favor of the proposal: the controlled pace respects the animals, makes it easier for beginners to adapt and lets the landscape become part of the experience. Those looking for adrenaline may find it too light; for contemplation and a countryside atmosphere, we recommend it without hesitation.
At the base, the structure mainly helps those who want to reorganize calmly after the ride. The attraction has restrooms, a changing room, an on-site restaurant, free parking and Wi-Fi, which covers the basics without improvisation. The changing room is usually the most useful item for those who prefer to change clothes before dinner, especially on hot days or when there is dust on the trail.
📍 17 km from downtown Bonito · ⏱ 2 hours · Difficulty: easy
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The tour goes from the initial preparation to the table set by the wood-fired stove. Arriving 15 minutes early makes a difference because the instructions take place before the ride and the group departure flows more smoothly.
Upon arrival, the team organizes the group, confirms the operational restrictions and gives the initial guidance on how to handle the horse. This moment is important because the tour includes prior training, which helps those who have never ridden understand posture, pace and basic commands before leaving the base. This is also when the operation reinforces the calm riding style expected throughout the route.
After departure, the group follows a 3 km route at a calm pace, accompanied by the farm monitor. The horses are trained for gentle handling, and the instruction not to run with the animal is a matter of caring for the horses’ well-being, not just a bureaucratic rule. This keeps the tour consistent with its proposal: observing the forest, feeling the rural environment and riding without haste.
Along one section, the horseback ride pauses by a lake, where the group slows down and may see alligators without leaving the main route. Since the pace is already controlled, this stop does not interrupt the tour; it works as a natural continuation of the observation along the way. It is a section that usually pleases both adults and older children because it changes the scenery without requiring extra effort.
Upon returning, the experience shifts from riding to the table. The typical dinner includes carreteiro rice, boiled cassava, feijão tropeiro and pasta, prepared on a wood-fired stove and served in the farm restaurant. The transition works well because the tour does not try to compete with the meal: it ends at the right moment and lets the gastronomic finale complete the rural proposal.
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Groups have a maximum of 10 participants
Minimum age: 8 years
Maximum weight: 120 kg
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This is a good choice for those who want to have contact with horses without turning the trip into a test of courage. The route takes approximately 1 hour on horseback, the difficulty is easy and the initial guidance helps beginners a lot.
It also works well for families with older children, as long as everyone respects the group’s pace and understands that the proposal is contemplative, not sporty. We do not recommend it for children under 8 years old.
There are restrictions that must be taken seriously before booking. Pregnant women, people with pacemakers and people who have undergone invasive surgery less than 90 days ago should not do this activity. It is also worth aligning expectations from the beginning: "Carreteiro" here is the dish served at the end, not a cart, and transportation to the attraction must be hired separately with Bonitour.
Closed shoes or comfortable sneakers work best for riding
The route is calm, but it requires continuous attention during the ride
Those who depend on transportation should organize it before the tour date
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After the route, the group goes to the farm restaurant for a typical dinner from the wood-fired stove. This meal is what explains the "Carreteiro" in the name of the tour.
We do not recommend it. Pregnant women, people with pacemakers and people who have undergone invasive surgery less than 90 days ago should choose another tour.
No. The mounting platform, prior training and monitor supervision make the experience accessible for beginners.
No. In Bonito, transportation to the attractions is hired separately, and Bonitour can advise you on the best option for your itinerary.
Arrive 15 minutes early for instructions
Not recommended for:
pregnant women
people with pacemakers
people who have undergone invasive surgery at least 90 days ago
Running with the horse is not allowed
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