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Rancho Chilamate Adventures on Horseback

10 km south of San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua
5.0 of 5 stars 73 Reviews
Type: Horseback Riding Stables
Traveler Description: One of the most memorable experiences in Ni... is riding on horseback at sunset on a beach south of San Juan del Sur.  If you make it all the way to... more »
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Suzie L
Oxford, Mississippi, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 21, 2012 NEW
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A friend recommended that we go horseback riding with Blue and Jamie, the owners of Rancho Chilamate just outside of San Juan del Sur - and man, am I thankful we listened! Blue and Jamie were WONDERFUL and made us feel right at home, like we were hanging out with friends. Their ranch is beautiful and horses were wonderful as... More

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Dianna314
Dunstable, Massachusetts
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 19, 2012 NEW

Having been raised with horses this is more than just a walk along behind the horse in front of you kind of ride. Blue picked a few of us in San Juan del Sur and drove us to the ranch. From there we were encouraged to dress the part with cowboy boots, hat and bandana. From there we were matched... More

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Shoestorm
St. Paul
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3 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 15, 2012

If you have only one day in San Juan Del Sur...join Blue and Jamie on this fabulous-beyond-words horseback adventure! You will get an unforgettable afternoon, complete with: * ride to and from the ranch * use of cowboy hat, boots and bandana - cowgirl or cowboy up people! * gorgeous professional photos taken of the entire trip * horseback ride... More

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Nancy A
Maryland
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 13, 2012

Our trip was in late January. It was in the 80's and beautiful. We were picked up in Del Sur and taken to Ranco Chilamate. The ranch is magazine beautiful!. Jamie and Blue are so gracious and make you feel welcome right away. They have every detail taken care of. Next we go to saddle up. You are matched up... More

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Andrea_M104
Saint Paul, Minnesota
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2012

Don't even know how to express what a wonderful experience this was. Jamie and Blue are so friendly and professional and they obviously love their horses and know their business. From the beach to the Nicaraguan countryside, I was amazed at the beauty around me all day long. I felt like I got a taste of what it is to... More

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Ken S
Cambridge, Massachusetts
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 6, 2012

Howler monkeys, verdant hills, and a broad beach that beats with the galloping sound of hoofs. Rancho Chilamate Adventures is the ideal way to experience Nicaragua's Pacific coast. Owners Jamie and Blue are superb leaders and even better hosts, making everyone from beginners to experienced riders and travelers feel welcome, excited, and safe. My wife and I loved our half... More

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Jonvilliers
Bainbridge Island, Washington
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45 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 4, 2012

We rode with Blue and Jeremy as a shore excursion while our cruise ship was in dock in San Juan Del Sur. This was the most outstanding shore excursion we have ever done, and we have done a lot. Blue picked us up at the cruise ship port just outside the gate. There were four of us (myself and my... More

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tyhrrll
Norway
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3 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 3, 2012

A must do! Everyone from experienced riders, newbies to a child loved this activity. From the time Jamie and Blue meet you at the dock- you feel like family. The difficult part is leaving the lovely ranch and your new friends. Loved it and hope to go back one day!! More

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greeniejen
Houston, Texas
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 1, 2012

If you only have one day in Nicaragua, make sure to spend it with Jamie and Blue, riding at Rancho Chilamate. They are the most gracious hosts, with a warm, lovely ranch and the kindest of hearts. From the moment we arrived, we felt like old friends. We donned borrowed boots and hats, climbed upon their wonderful horses, and thus... More

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April2011
Calgary
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 24, 2012

As someone who is nervous around horses this was an amazing adventure!! Seeing the beautiful jungle and beach and having such wonderful guides made for one of our absolute favourite days in Nicaragua! This is a MUST Do!! And thank you so much Blue for the amazing professional photos! More

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