Saddle up for the best horseback-riding experience in central Florida! Enjoy Florida’s natural beauty on a one-of-a-kind adventure as you ride on horseback through Forever Florida, a 4,700-acre (1,880-hectare) eco-ranch and wildlife conservation area featuring nine pristine Florida ecosystems.
Your 1.5-hour horseback ride begins when you select your horse and meet your expert tour guide at Forever Florida. Horses are personally matched to your personality and level of riding experience; first-timers are welcome (see Additional Info below for restrictions).
Once on your horse, head out on an adventure deep into the 4,700-acre Forever Florida, which has preserved the wilderness just as nature intended. This pristine conservation area boasts nine distinct Florida ecosystems and an endless array of natural flora and fauna, including alligators, black bears, white-tailed deer, nearly 200 species of birds and the endangered Florida panther.
Travel along historic trails first traveled on horseback by Native Americans back in the 16th century. Mid-way through your journey, take a break to stretch your legs and explore a densely forested floodplain on an easy-access boardwalk. Back on horseback, you will have the opportunity to ride through the headwaters of Bull Creek!
Superb adventure catering for all skill levels. Highly recommend ! _br/_ Thank you for a great day
Review by: Alan T, August 2017
Highly recommend, never done horse riding, was a brilliant experience, everyone at Forever Florida were awesome, from check-in to the guides, would do again!!
Review by: William C, August 2017
Ann and I loved every moment of our visit. If you love horses and riding you will love the working ranch atmosphere at Forever Florida. _br/_ It's like stepping back in time as we visited with working ranch hands while cooling down, grabbing a bite to eat, and resting in their rocking chairs in their air conditioned restaurant. _br/_ When I told them the true story of Cowboy Bill Cummins, who actually lived every little cowboys dream, the staff became interested in selling my book, KING and the COWBOY. _br/_ I Said, All your visitors will fall in love with KING the Golden Wonder Horse and learn that loving a horse will enrich their souls and break their hearts._br/_ The staff became interested in my rope-twirling video and possibly inviting me to entertain their guests down the road which would be lots of fun. _br/_ WOW! What a wonderful experience!
Review by: ralphiannone, March 2017
Great people all the way around. Only wish we had done more than walk with the horses. A trot or gallop would add so much to the hour and a half experience. Don't know if anyone does that any more. However, we thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience, from checking in, talking with the guide before our ride, the ride itself and the food and drinks afterwards.
Review by: James S, February 2017
Very good to our horses nice and calm cowboy who took us out was very knowledgeable all in all a great day out
Review by: Robert R, July 2016
It was great, 2 hrs riding the tour guide was great he could answer our questions , just wished he was wearing some kind of microphone so we could all hear him. My horse almost tripped scared the crap out of me but I was ok, and he made sure that I wanted to keep on with ride. Very nice a mus
Review by: Miss LJ S, July 2016
We drove from our holiday base in Sarasota and didn and #39;t realise it was quite such a long way - took us 4 hours! But it was well worth the trip. We had a fabulous ride out. I and #39;m an experienced rider but my partner wasn and #39;t but u didn and #39;t need to be able to ride, the horses did everything, they were amazing.
Review by: Janet W, May 2016
Beautiful, well mannered horses. Scenery was beautiful , great guide. Overall it was very well run, horses are looked after beautifully. Would have loved to have a private ride with the guide so we could have trotted on a bit, as experienced riders it would have been great.
Review by: Lee, April 2016
Very good guide and a lovely horse that needed no guidance. The only problem I had was I couldn't always hear the stories being told by the guide as I was near the back. It was only 40 mins from International Dive but was so quiet and the scenery was so different it felt like you were hours away. You get room for a camera/phone and drink. There's not much shade so having to wear jeans meant my legs felt they were on fire. I would love be to go again when I'm next visiting Florida.
Review by: Johnny F, September 2015
We took the 1.5 hour horseback tour and had a fantastic time. We will definitely do the tour again on our next visit to Florida.
Review by: Anne Katharina B, April 2015
This tour was amazing!
Review by: Joan L, March 2015
It was my bucket list.....and thankyou very much for making it very special. Our trail guide was wonderful and went beyond to make it a memorable day
Review by: William N, March 2015
The tour was first rate with a great ride and learning experience. I am not a horse person, my wife is, but I was made to feel comfortable and safe and really enjoyed my ride. We will be back.
Review by: DrkAngl462, December 2014
We really enjoyed this horseback ride through the Florida Eco - Reserve. It was worth the long drive to the reserve and our tour guide made us feel really comfortable throughout the ride. I liked that we were matched up with a horse that best fit our riding experience. The only issue I had was the lack of wildlife on the reserve, not that there wasn't any there, but not much was actually seen. In fact, I thought I'd see more being it's a reserve. Overall, I would recommend that anyone that reads this to make a reservation and enjoy!!!
Review by: Charles W, October 2014
It was brilliant really enjoyed it and would recommend it, will definitely be coming back next time we visit Florida. Thanks again
Review by: Tracy E, July 2014
This tour was fantastic, very scenic and guides knew the history of the place and answered any questions we had. It was great for all levels as my dad had never ridden a horse an he enjoyed it too. Well worth the money and the good weather is almost guaranteed not like the UK! Definitely recommended...
Review by: Pamela A, December 2013
Didn't go to Orlando. We wen't to Forever Florida in St Cloud and loved it. Can't wait til we can all get to gether and go again. Best horseback ride ever. Even seen a little deer and wild turkeys on the 9am ride!
Review by: Mary D, February 2013
Well managed and safe horse riding. My wife had been anxious because she had never ridden a horse before, and ended her ride as an enthusiast for riding!
Review by: Nichola S, August 2012
Absolutely excellent. Our guide Maggie was very informative, the trail was very interesting and the horses were very well behaved. Maggie answered all our questions and genuinely seemed to care for the eco-reserve. We all enjoyed this trip very much and would recommend to anyone of any riding ability, from complete beginner onwards.
Review by: STEPHEN H, July 2012
Fantastic location, staff were very good and helpful, whole experience was first class
Review by: STEPHEN H, June 2012
Fantastic location, staff were very good and helpful, whole experience was first class
Review by: Laura M, December 2011
I'm sure it would have been amazing, but unfortunately I was unable to make it
Review by: Paul P, December 2011
It was very good we all enjoyed our horseback ride and our guide Megan was very good and told us a lot of information while we were on our ride
Review by: Paul P, November 2011
It was very good we all enjoyed our horseback ride and our guide Megan was very good and told us a lot of information while we were on our ride
Review by: David R, September 2011
Very friendly, helpful staff. Had a wonderful time and would recommend it to anyone, even those without any riding experience. Learnt interesting facts about the land and the story behind Forever Florida. Great value for money. Had a thoroughly great time. Could not fault it.
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