Private Ride & Swim: swim with horses in St Lucia
Our flagship ride and the one to choose if you’re new to riding. Countryside trails and mangroves to the Atlantic coast, the length of Cas en Bas beach, then a swim with your horse.
Rates from US$125 per person
Every ride is private, with your own guide, photos and videos of your ride, and a horse ridden once a day at most.
“These horses are so well looked after and it really shows.”
What happens
Every ride is private and starts at Roots Riding Stables, Cas en Bas. About 2½ hours.
- Meet the herd at Roots Riding Stables, Cas en Bas, and get matched to your horse.
- Ride through countryside trails and natural mangroves to the Atlantic coast.
- Ride the length of Cas en Bas beach.
- Stop for photos at a scenic spot, with refreshments on the beach.
- Swim with your horse, weather and sea permitting.
- Ride back to the stables.
What’s included
- A private ride with your own guide
- Photos and videos of your ride, taken for you
- Refreshments on the beach
- A swim with your horse, weather and sea permitting
- Helmets
Transfers from hotels or the Castries cruise dock are arranged separately. Message us for details.
Who it suits
Beginners, families and anyone who has always wanted to swim with a horse. No experience needed. Tell us everyone’s age, height and weight when you book and we’ll match the right horses.
Horses you might ride
We match every rider to their horse by experience, confidence and size, so your horse may be one of these or another member of the riding herd.
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Questions about this ride
Do I need to be able to swim?
Tell us when you book. We’ll talk it through with you, and the swim only goes ahead when the weather and sea allow.
Is it suitable for complete beginners?
Yes. This is our flagship ride and it suits beginners. We match every rider to a horse by experience, confidence and size.
What should I wear?
Long trousers or leggings, closed shoes and swimwear underneath. Bring sun cream. We provide helmets.
Book the Private Ride & Swim
Rates from US$125 per person
Every ride is private, with your own guide, photos and videos of your ride, and a horse ridden once a day at most.
“From the moment we were greeted by the Roots family, we felt instant excitement.”