Cape Tribulation horse riding, where the rainforest meets the reef...

Connect with nature and your horse in an extraordinary landscape and experience the ancient healing energy of the Daintree.

Cape Trib Horse Rides provide a one-of-a-kind riding experience. We’ll take you through this ancient living landscape and deepen your understanding of its cultural significance and environmental importance. Our rides are all about slowing down, moving gently through Country, feeling grounded and taking it all in.

The entire ride is at a relaxed walking pace, making it suitable for beginner riders. Along the way our guides, who are full of local knowledge will share stories of Country, native plants and animals, and the deep cultural history of the Daintree. This isn’t just a ride, it’s a journey to create connections between you, your horse and the landscape that surrounds you. Time to slow down, breathe deeply and enjoy.

Cape Trib Horse Rides

Cape Trib Horse Rides

This is only the beach horse ride in Cape Tribulation. It’s more than just an equine experience, it’s a journey full of connections and discovery, providing you with the space and place to settle into the gentle rhythm of your horse and ebb and flow of Daintree life. The tour duration is 90 minutes with 2 rides daily, at 10am and 1.30pm.

Very nice way to discover the rainforest and to ride a horse on the beach. The horses knew their job and it all felt very safe, even for my friend who had never ridden a horse before. I really wish they would offer a tour for experienced riders where you could trot and gallop, then I would come back.
This horse ride made one of my biggest childhood dreams come true, and I can’t even put into words how happy and emotional I was. ❤️

Before the ride, though, I was almost in tears for a completely different reason. My flight was delayed, then the car rental was delayed, and finally the ferry crossing caused even more delays. No matter how much I hurried, it seemed impossible that I would make it on time. I spoke to two members of the team by phone and even emailed from the ferry asking them to wait for me, although I completely understood that a whole group and saddled horses can’t realistically wait for one person.

I was incredibly lucky that the rest of the group was a lovely big family who were happy to wait for me, and I’m especially grateful to the two guides, who were so kind, understanding and helpful about the whole situation.

The ride itself was absolutely breathtaking. I learned so many fascinating things about the plants and wildlife of the Daintree Rainforest, and the scenery was simply unforgettable.

Thank you for making my childhood dream come true! I truly hope I can come back one day. Until then, I hope everyone else gets the chance to experience this too — this is definitely something you shouldn’t miss!❤️
Response from the owner:Hey Fanni, First of all i'm glad you made it for the ride after all your stressful travel. Also thank you so much about your review and the amazing experience you had with us. Safe travels!
Highly communicative business in a spectacular part of the world. 🐎🌴💧🍃
Response from the owner:Thankyou Sean for this review. We are glad you enjoyed your ride. Thankyou for this feedback the team works hard to ensure everyone has a safe and good time so we appreciate it.
Incredible experience, super friendly staff and lovely horses! We enjoyed the ride through Daintree rainforest and on the beach very much! ❤️
Response from the owner:Thankyou Mika for this review. We are glad you enjoyed your time riding through the rainforest and on the beach!
I went horseback riding with my parents and I thought the horses were really well cared for. I rode Bella, and at the end I gave Pipen some cuddles. They’re so cute! 😍
Response from the owner:Thankyou very much Sofia for this Review. I am sure Bella and Pippen really enjoyed their Cuddles. Thankyou Again.
An incredible experience — horse riding at the meeting point of two UNESCO World Heritage sites. The Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef are simply a dream. The horses are beautiful, gentle, and it’s obvious they’re extremely well looked after.
Response from the owner:Thankyou Ines for this review. We are very glad you loved your ride. It is pretty special riding between two World Heritage Sites. Bella is loving that Cuddle! Thankyou Again.
Wonderful experience- the guide was super knowledgeable and all staff were lovely and really professional. The horses were gorgeous and you could tell they were well looked after. Great for a first time rider like myself as the horses were really gentle. I didn’t want it to end ☺️ thanks so much team!
Response from the owner:Thankyou Mary-Jane, we are very glad you enjoyed your time with us. We love receiving feedback! Thankyou Again.
Had such an amazing experience through the mountains and beach on the 90 minute trail. Both staff and horses are great I rode Ash, he is such a sweetheart. The experience was everything I expected
Response from the owner:Thankyou Tanya, We are very glad you enjoyed riding our beautiful boy Ash. He is a Character. Thankyou for this lovley review!
Would highly recommend this trail ride
Lovely staff beautiful horses, the trail ride was lovely getting the best of both mountain and beach +++
Response from the owner:Thankyou Leeann for this review. We are very glad you enjoyed your ride with us! Thanks Again.