Duration1 hr, 30 mins
Located in the charming municipality of Jardim, 50 km from Bonito/MS, the Rio da Prata attraction offers a variety of ecotourism experiences, with horseback riding being one that should not be left out.
Before mounting, each participant receives practical instructions on reins, balance in the saddle and communication with the horse, with complete equipment provided by the farm, including saddles adjusted for those who have never ridden before.
When the group sets out, what defines the experience is the horse's walking pace, not speed. It is 6.3 km of trail through cerrado and pastures covered at 4 km/h, a pace equivalent to a calm walk. The body feels the gentle sway of the saddle, the hoof marks the dirt ground and the wind in the tall grass replaces any engine sound.
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The starting point is at the Rio da Prata property, in the municipality of Jardim, 50 km from Bonito. The attraction offers multiple ecotourism experiences, and the horseback ride is one of the best ways to connect visitors with everyday farm life.
The trip from downtown Bonito takes about 30 minutes. The total horseback riding route covers 6,300 meters in 1 hour and 30 minutes, combining preserved native cerrado areas with pasture fields.
The attraction headquarters has a welcoming reception area, bar, restaurant, restrooms, showers and changing room. Before the horseback ride, the locker area allows you to leave belongings safely.
There is also a souvenir shop and Wi-Fi network. This structure makes a difference for those who want to have lunch on site after the tour or cool off when returning from the trail, with free parking and an accessible restroom for people with disabilities.
📍 37.8 km from downtown Bonito · ⏱ 1h30 · Difficulty: easy
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One hour and a half divided into stages that prioritize contemplation and contact with rural life. With the group ready and the horses already used to the daily route, the departure happens in an organized and unhurried way. The pace is set by the slowest participant, and the guide adjusts the walk so that no one is left behind.
Upon arriving at the reception area, the orientation session with the monitor begins. Each participant learns how to use the reins, keep balance in the saddle and give basic commands to the horse. Equipment is provided by the farm, including saddle, stirrup and helmet when necessary, and training is included in the price.
Those who have never ridden before do not need to worry: the horses are accustomed to the daily route and respond to simple commands.
The group follows trails that cross native cerrado and open pasture fields. The pace is a walk, with no trot or gallop. The horse’s steady step makes the route comfortable even for those who have never ridden before.
The cerrado vegetation changes as the trail progresses, with twisted trees giving way to wide-open fields.
There is a stretch where the horseback ride passes alongside the farm cattle. Visitors truly enter the routine of local cattle ranching, closely observing how the herd moves through the fields.
The guide leads the group among the animals, and the horse follows the herd’s pace without the need for intervention. It is the moment that sets this tour apart from a conventional trail and turns the tourist into part of farm life.
The group returns calmly, still taking in the cerrado landscape that accompanied the entire trail. The monitor collects the horses and the group is free to use the reception area structure.
Showers and changing rooms are available for those who want to freshen up after 1h30 in the saddle, and belongings left in the locker area can be retrieved calmly. Those who prefer to stay a little longer can have lunch at the on-site restaurant or simply rest at the bar before continuing the trip.
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● Category: horseback ride with licensed guide
● Wi-Fi available at the reception area
● Souvenir shop on site
● Free parking
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The Rio da Prata horseback ride was designed for those who want to experience the countryside without needing prior experience with horses. The previous training resolves any insecurity.
The walking pace allows the whole group to keep up without significant physical effort, and the difficulty classified as easy reflects exactly that: no special conditioning is required. The route offers panoramic views of the cerrado that justify every minute.
Those who prioritize contemplation and immersion in rural daily life will feel at home. For those looking for adrenaline or speed, this is not the recommended tour. We recommend the horseback ride for families and beginners who prefer a calm pace over excitement. If the expectation is trot or gallop, it is worth adjusting expectations before booking.
Closed shoes and long pants are mandatory: the farm does not allow entry without them.
Pregnant women cannot participate at any stage of pregnancy. The monitor cannot carry a child on his horse: the minimum age is 8 years and each child must have their own animal.
Health restrictions that prevent participation:
● Recent invasive surgery (within 30 days)
● Epilepsy, history of stroke, heart attack or anaphylactic shock
● Pacemaker users
● Consumption of alcohol or drugs before the activity
Those who take continuous-use medication must carry it throughout the entire tour, as required by the operation rules.
People with respiratory or heart problems, labyrinthitis, inner ear disorders or any conditions that may lead to loss of consciousness may have their health conditions worsened during the activity.
If there is any doubt about a health condition, it is worth consulting a doctor before booking.
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No. The included previous training covers everything you need: how to hold the reins, how to mount and dismount the horse and how to give basic commands.
The minimum age is 8 years and each child must have their own horse, since the monitor cannot carry children on his horse.
Yes, the maximum allowed weight is 120 kg.
No. Pregnant women at any stage of pregnancy cannot go horseback riding.
No. In Bonito, transportation to the attractions is always booked separately. Bonitour offers shared transfer, private transfer and taxi options.
No. Lunch can be purchased separately at the attraction’s own restaurant.
● Tour duration: 01 hour and 30 minutes (from the receipt of instructions by the monitor, trail and return to headquarters). Total route length: around 6,306 meters.
● Included in the tour price: monitor, horse equipped for the ride and personal accident insurance.
● Closed shoes and long pants are mandatory.
● Maximum weight: 120 kg.
● The monitor may not carry a child on his horse.
● Pregnant women (at any stage of pregnancy) cannot go horseback riding.
● Visitors with recent invasive surgery (within 30 days), epilepsy, history of stroke, history of heart attack, history of anaphylactic shock (anaphylaxis), and pacemaker users cannot participate in the tour.
● When necessary, visitors must carry their own medications.
● Visitors under the influence of alcohol or drugs cannot participate in the activity. The consumption of alcoholic beverages before the activities is prohibited.
● People with respiratory or heart problems, labyrinthitis, inner ear disorders, or any other restrictions that lead to loss of consciousness may have their health conditions worsened as a result of the activity.
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