Horseback Riding Treks in Costa Rica

noreply@blogger.com (Barking Horse Farm) — Tue, 18 Sep 2018 13:52:00 +0000

Jungle River Trek

5 nights, 4 full days of riding

January 13-18, 2019

Travel through the jungle wilderness areas of the Scarlet Macaw Corridor, following the Rio Tulin from the head waters in the mountains, all the way to the Pacific ocean. Pass through some very remote and beautiful areas of Costa Rica and enjoy a rich cultural exchange staying with families along the way and relax in luxury at a beach front resort hotel for the last two nights of the trip.

Only 2 spots left in this trek but others can be arranged to fit your schedule. Check out our website or facebook page for prices and special offers.

Trekking Schedule for 2017-2018

noreply@blogger.com (Barking Horse Farm) — Mon, 09 Oct 2017 08:09:00 +0000

Trekking Season 2017-2018

Posted on August 11, 2017by Barking Horse Farm

I have just updated the website with this season’s trekking schedule. Our December trek is already filled but our trek in January still has two spaces available and the schedule is open for February and March if you would like to schedule your own dates for either of the three treks that we offer. Please visit our main website pages for all the details.

Jungle River Trek:

5 nights lodging, 4 full days of riding.

Follow the Tulin River from its headwaters high in the mountains, as it passes through a variety of different ecosystems, through the Scarlet Macaw Corridor, to finally arrive at the beautiful and pristine beaches of Costa Rica’s Pacific coast. This trek includes some exciting techinical riding in the mountains and, as the river assimilates its many tributaries and widens, plenty of chances to ride all gaits. At the beach you will enjoy galloping along the uninhabited beaches and swimming with your horse in the ocean. Lodging is with rural, farming families along the trek route (3 nights) and at an upscale beach front hotel (2 nights). For a detailed trek itinerary with schedules and pricing, please visit our Jungle River Trek page.

January 19-24, 2018 (only two spaces left)
$2,000 USD

Rain Forest Trek:

7 nights lodging, 5 full days of riding, 1 rest/touring day.

Begin your vacation in rustic luxury at Barking Horse Farm with a night in our“Dream Catcher Tree House”. Then travel through the high mountains of Puriscal to the Rain Forests of Mastatal. Tour Iguana Chocolate, an authentic chocolate farm, and learn first hand how chocolate is made. Hike the well groomed trails of La Cangreja National Park and swim in a jungle waterfall, or tour the inovative structures and systems at the Rancho Mastatal Sustainability Education Center. Dare to thrill to the excitement of the longest zip line in Costa Rica at Sky Mountain Canopy Tour, then ride through plantations of Papaya and Banana, and swim with your horse in the ocean. Lodging is at Barking Horse Farm (1 night), with a rural farming family (1 night), at local guest houses (3 nights) and at an upscale beachfront hotel (1 night). For a detailed itinerary with schedules and pricing please visit our Rain Forest Trek Page.

December 5-13, 2017(no spaces left)
$2,500 USD

February and March: The schedule is open for your own dates.

This season we are bringing back the Nicoya Trek that we have run a few seasons back. Jorge Sauma has added a large riding arena to his ranch and he is hosting several Natural Horsemanship Instructors there. The Natural Horsemanship clinics will be followed by the Sabanero Nicoya Trek which starts at the his La Gama Ranch and takes you through the mountains and along the Pacific Coast Beaches. The beautifully renovated hacienda provides you with comfortable lodging during the clinics and the trek routes are established and well organized with excelent lodging.

Sabanero Nicoya Trek

7 nights, 5 full days of riding, 1 beach rest day

We have joined up with our good friend Jorge at Sabanero Horseventures in Nicoya to offer you the following trek. The Sabanero Trek takes you on a spectacular journey full of the natural beauty unique to the Nicoya Peninsula. Ride through jungles, swim with your horse in estuaries, see howler monkeys, dive into lagoons & waterfalls, enjoy fresh Pina Coladas and soak up the sun & surf at the beaches. The trip will feature a variety of first rate accommodations, including a mountain eco lodge with restaurant and pool, a beach front house, and two 5 star resorts plus one night in the rustic homes of local villagers. Your luggage will be waiting to meet you at each destination.

Clasic Sabanero Trek Schedule

December 9-16, 2017 with Cal Middleton Clinic
$2950 USD

January 20-30, 2018 with Glenn Stewart Clinic$2950 USD

February 10-17, 2018 Original Sabanero$2400 USD

February 24- March 03, 2018 with Micaela Love Clinic
$2950 USD

March 17-24, 2018 Original Sabanero
$2400 USD

April 07-14, 2018 Original Sabanero
$2400 USD

Click on the instructors name for more information about them. Click on the trek name for a detailed itinerary.

We hope you can join us for some wonderfull riding this winter, escape the cold and see some of the beautiful country we call home.

I hope to hear from you,

Liz

Workshop and Ride with Nita Jo Rush, 4* Parelli Instructor

noreply@blogger.com (Barking Horse Farm) — Mon, 09 Nov 2015 22:10:00 +0000

February 8-17, 2016
Join Nita Jo for 10 days of learning and adventure in Costa Rica.

We are happy to welcome Nita Jo back to Barking Horse Farm for her 5th trek with us. She will be teaching a two day workshop in the Parelli method of Natural Horsemanship then riding out with the group all the way to the beach. Learn new skills in the two day workshop and then practice them on on the trail. Just imagine how much you will learn with the support of your intstructor as you ride for a week from the mountains to the beach. And imagine how much fun you will have riding with like minded Parelli students on horses trained exclusively with Parelli techniques.

Each day of riding is different from the last as you travel through a variety of ecosystems from high in the mountains, through the foot hills and rain forests, to the coastal plains to finally arrive at the beach.

Ride through and along the Tulin River from it's headwaters high the mountains all the way to the ocean.

Finally gallop along pristine beaches and swim with your horse in the ocean.

Please visit our website www.barkinghorsefarm.com for more information and to make your reservation. Or contact Liz directly at barkinghorsefarm@gmail.com

Winter Horse Riding Vacations, 2015-2016 Season

noreply@blogger.com (Barking Horse Farm) — Wed, 20 May 2015 22:22:00 +0000

Are you planning for a your escape from the 2016 winter season?

Are horses and Natural Horsemanship what you love?

You have found the right place. Check out our

2015-2016 winter trekking schedule.

Or perhaps you would like a farm based vacation

where you explore the dozen's of beautiful mountain trails

surrounding the farm.

Stay in our

tree house

or stay in the comfortable rooms of the

main farm house.

Enjoy healthy meals made from fresh local produce, prepared with love, in the spacious farm kitchen. Add on a Natural Horsemanship workshop taught by on of the returning Parelli Professionals and you have the perfect horseman/woman's vacation. If this sounds good to you please

or make your reservation on line.

Yoga and Horsemanship, February 25 - March 2, 2015

noreply@blogger.com (Barking Horse Farm) — Mon, 06 Oct 2014 03:00:00 +0000

Barking Horse Farm

is happy to be hosting this special horseback riding retreat with

Christina Savitsky from Bacaroo Balance,

and

Christell Thomas from Body Dynamics Studio

February 25 - March 2, 2015

Experience the magic that combining

Yoga with Horsemanship

can bring.

for more information about this horseback riding adventure.

Click Here

David Lichman workshop in Costa Rica in January, 2015

noreply@blogger.com (Barking Horse Farm) — Sun, 21 Sep 2014 00:18:00 +0000

David Lichman 5* Parelli Instructor

will be with us again at Barking Horse Farm

for another great 2 day workshop.

January 12 and 13, 2015

The workshop will be followed by a

6 day riding adventure

from the mountains to the beach.

Get to know your horse with David, learn new skills and then practice them in the following week while your ride through the amazing beauty of the Costa Rican landscape. Each day of riding is different from the last as you pass through a variety of ecosystems descending from high in the mountains all the way to the beach.

The workshop and trek can be attended separately or together as a package.
Please visit our main website

www.barkinghorsefarm.com

for more information and prices.

or contact us at

barkinghorsefarm@gmail.com

Get a Jump Start on Spring with a Parelli Riding Vacation in Costa Rica!

noreply@blogger.com (Barking Horse Farm) — Sat, 11 Jan 2014 10:20:00 +0000

Beat the Winter Cold
with a
Parelli Riding Vacation in Costa Rica.

Join 4* Teri Sprague on February 11-20, 2015 &

for the

Jungle River Horseback Trek to the Beach

Don't miss this 8 day, 7 night horseback trek through the jungle wilderness areas of the Scarlet Macaw Corridor and the Rio Tulin.

Enjoy 2 workshop days and 6 full riding days (plus 2 travel days)

for only $2200 USD

(includes all meals, lodging & airport pick up)

This exciting Parelli adventure in Paridise starts with a two day workshop at Barking Horse Farm with

4* Parelli Professional Teri Sprague.

Then takes you on the Barking Horse Farm Parelli level 2+ horses through parts of Costa Rica farm from the tourist areas and into some of the most pristine and untouched areas of Costa Rica, only reached on horseback or by foot.

Check out the complete day by day itinerary for this trek.

Contact us and complete our online registration to reserve our space.

This trek is only being offered once this year so don't miss it!

We look forward to riding with you

on Barking Horse Farm's most exciting trek of the year!

"2 for 1" Offer on December Rain Forest Trek

noreply@blogger.com (Barking Horse Farm) — Fri, 01 Nov 2013 11:17:00 +0000

This Year Give Yourself a Valentines Day Gift in Costa Rica

With 4* Parelli instructor Nita Jo Rush
February 14-23, 2014

Get to know your horse and learn new natural horsemanship techniques with our level 2+ horses and 4* Nita Jo Rush and then Join Nita Jo in the Barking Horse Farm Jungle River Trek. Start at our mountain farm, pass through multiple ecosystems at various altitudes, ride through parts of Costa Rica most tourist never get to see, to arrive at the Pacific Ocean.

Enjoy 2 days of workshop, 6 riding days and two travel days, for only;

$2100!

Fullfill your dreams of riding down the beach, swim with your horse in the warm tropical waters of Costa Rica's Pacific ocean, discover waterfalls hidden deep in the jungle, sight a multitude of tropical birds like the magnificant Scalet Macaw, and marvel at the incredible natural beauty that is Costa Rica.
Below are some photos from this past season's Rain Forest Trek. Please check out our day to day itinerary and if you like what you see make a reservation or contact us at Barking Horse Farm.

Please check out our

day to day itinerary

and if you like what you see

make a reservation

at Barking Horse Farm.

5* David Lichman Parelli Natural Horsemanship Workshop & Horseback Riding Trek, January 21-30, 2014

noreply@blogger.com (Barking Horse Farm) — Thu, 22 Aug 2013 10:08:00 +0000

5* David Lichman Parelli Natural Horsemanship Workshop & Horseback Riding Trek, January 21-30, 2014

David at Barking Horse Farm

These photos were taken of David during a workshop hosted by Barking Horse Farm in 2008. David has returned to us every year since. In 2011 Barking Horse Farm followed his workshop with on of our 8 day "Treks to the Beach". We offered the same parelli vacation package again in 2012 and 2013. This si what our Parelli riders had to say about theri experience trekking with us:

"This is the best vacation a Parelli person could have. I was sad to say goodbye to my new partner. It was amazing how attached you becae to your horse in such a short time. Having all the like (Parelli) minded people around you during the entire experience was so amazing and really made teh whole trek fantastic. I wll always remember this as teh greatest vacation ever!!!"

David will be teaching a two day workshop January 21-30, 2014. We are taking reservations now. We keep the treks to an 8 rider minimum so early sign up is recommended. For more information about David's workshop and this years trek follow the links below. We hope to see you in Costa Rica with David!

Elizabeth Hawkins and the Barking Horse Farm team.

David at Barking Horse Farm

Nicoya Eco Beach Trek

(following David's workshop)

Home

BARKING HORSE FARM

noreply@blogger.com (Barking Horse Farm) — Tue, 30 Jul 2013 11:28:00 +0000

This winter join Barking Horse Farm for a Parelli workshop followed by 6 days of horseback trekking through the mountains and beaches of warm and sunny Costa Rica!

(workshop attendance is not mandatory)

Barking Horse Farm is looking forward to our 6th season of providing Parelli adventures on horseback in tropical Costa Rica.

We expect this season to be the best of all. For the second year in a row we will be offering a choice of three exciting treks, each in a different part of the beautiful country of Costa Rica. We have a line up of some fantastic 3*-5* Parelli instructors including David Lichman (5*), Nita Jo Rush (4*), Teri Sprague (4*), Maurice Thibault (4*), Susan Nelson (3*), Fawn Anderson (3*), and Christine Madoni (3*).

We are taking reservations now for our 2013-2014 workshop and trekking schedule (December 2013-April 2014) Please visit our website www.barkinghorsefarm.com for complete itineraries and a detailed schedule of events. You can fill out our on line reservation form or write to us directly with any questions you may have at barkinghorsefarm@gmail.com

Don't miss out! Space is limited to 8 riders per trek so sign up early! Hope to see you in paradise this winter!

Still space available for our workshop/treks in Jan, Feb & March, 2013

noreply@blogger.com (Barking Horse Farm) — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 10:46:00 +0000

Last Season's post!

Still space available for the Barking Horse Farm

Parelli Workshop / Treks 2013!

January - July, 2013

Jan 18-27, 2013, Rainforest Trek

with

5* Parelli instructor David Lichman

2 day workshop and 8 dy riding adventure that takes you through the Puriscal Mountains all the way to the beach where you swim with your horse in the sea. Join David for his 6th time back with us at Barking Horse Farm. There are only three spaces left for this event so don't miss out! Make your reservation now at

barkinghorsefarm@gmail.com.

February 17-26, 2013 Nicoya Eco/Beach Trek with

**4* Parelli Instructor Nita Jo Rush.**

Study for two days with Nita Jo, then join her for her third trek with us and ride with her for three days through the ecologically diverse mountains of Nicoya and three days more on the secluded beaches of the "Gold Coast". Delux accommodations and Boutique Hotels add the the experience. Enjoy the wild side of Costa Rica with out giving up your ceature comforts! Taking reservations now at

barkinghorsefarm@gmail.com

**March 12-21, 2013, The Nicoya Eco/Beach Trek with 4* Teri Sprague.**

April 19-28, 2013, The Rainforest Trek with 3* Christine Madoni.

June 7-16, 2013, The Rainforest Trek with Susan Nelson and Maurice Thibault.

June 18-27, 2013, The Nicoya Eco/Beach Trek with Susan nelson and Maurice Thibault.

July 12-21, 2013, The Rainforest Trek with Kelly Sigler.

For more information about these treks please visit our main webapge

www.barkinghorsefarm.com

See you in Costa Rica!

Photos of Barking Horse Farm

noreply@blogger.com (Barking Horse Farm) — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 22:37:00 +0000

Photos of Barking Horse Farm

noreply@blogger.com (Barking Horse Farm) — Sun, 10 Jun 2012 20:39:00 +0000

This is Noel and Tini getting to know each other en route on the Barking Horse Farm trek to the beach. We have several treks scheduled for the 2013 season if you want to join us. Come and ride with us in tropical Costa Rica this winter! Visit our main web page www.barkinghorsefar.com

www.youtube.com

2013 Parelli Workshop and Trek to the Beach Schedule

noreply@blogger.com (Barking Horse Farm) — Mon, 28 May 2012 22:08:00 +0000

Last Season's Post!

Announcing our 2013 Workshop and Trek schedule! Come and join us in our tropical paradise this winter!

2013 Schedule

Parelli Workshops

Practice the Parelli you love, with your favorite instructor while exploring Costa Rica on horseback.

All workshops are followed by a 6 day trek to the beach.

5* Instructor David Lichman will be teaching a 2 day workshop January 19th & 20th, 2013David will not be joining the group on the trek.

My mission is to help you realize your dream of having a great relationship with your horse, no matter what activities or disciplines you participate in together.
Your dream horse is waiting for you inside the horse you already own.

4* Parelli Instructor Nita Jo Rush will be teaching a 2 day workshop February 6th & 7th, 2013.The workshop will be followed by the 7 day “Wilderness” trek to the beach.

Join Nita Jo on this wonderful and educational adventure through Costa Rica.
Dates for the whole event are Feb 5th – 14th.

Come let me be your ”user-friendly” guide to new and deeper understandings of horses and Parelli, of horseplay and riding, of “love, language, and leadership.” Let ‘s go together on both the mind-bending horse-man-ship journey and the adventure of the trek. Come laugh, learn, and play as we escape winter!

4* Parelli Instructor Teri Sprague will be teaching a two day workshop March 2nd & 3rd, 2013. The workshop will be followed by a 6 day trek to the beach.

Join Teri on this wonderful and educational adventure through Costa Rica.
Dates for the whole event are March 1st – 10th.

With over 30 years of horse experience she teaches clinics, workshops, and other events around the United States using a creative, informative, and fun approach to Parelli Natural Horse-Man-Ship that emphasizes imagination, affirmation, and progress.

Contact us at barkinghorsefarm@gmail.com or visit our main site at www.barkinghorsefarm.com for more info and to make a reservation.

3* Parelli Instructors Susan Nelson and Maurice Thibault December 6-15, 2014

noreply@blogger.com (Barking Horse Farm) — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 16:59:00 +0000

Come spend time with TWO 3-Star Licensed Parelli Professionals for an intensive, educational and fun filled weekend at Barking Horse Farm in Costa Rica!

Barking Horse Farm offers a 6 day 7 night trek from the mountains to the sea and the two days prior will be filled with clinic style teaching from Maurice and Susan. We will have two instructors and two groups of people learning at the same time. Throughout the weekend, the clinic Susan and Maurice will have dynamic sessions on improving your on-line and riding skills, regardless of what level you are playing with. Plus, they will be having theory and simulation sessions to really make it a complete experience for all in attendance. There will be 12 hours of play and learning time over these two days…plus the bonus of having two instructors for the entire weekend!

After the workshop ride out with Susan and Maurice on an adventure through rural Costa Rica. Practice the Parelli you love with beautiful, well cared for, Parelli trained horses, while exploring one of the most diverse ecosystems on the planet. Space is limited so don’t miss out!

For more information and to make your reservation visit our main webpage at www.barkinghorsefarm.com

Parelli Workshop and Trek to the Beach!

noreply@blogger.com (Barking Horse Farm) — Wed, 11 May 2011 04:06:00 +0000

We have our 2012 workshop and trek schedule ready! We have some great Parelli instructors coming to the farm such as 5 * David Lichman and 4* Nita Jo Rush and others. The instructors will be teaching a two day workshop after which they will ride with their students on a 6 day trek from the farm to the beach. What a way to really live your Parelli!

Let us find your perfect match with one of our beautiful, Parelli trained horses, study with your favorite teacher, then see some of the most stunning and wild parts of Costa Rica while honing your riding skills along the way. Please visit our main website or follow the hotlinks for all the details.

Horseback Riding Trek Through the Mountains of Costa Rica

noreply@blogger.com (Barking Horse Farm) — Sun, 24 Oct 2010 13:49:00 +0000

Ride with us on a 7 day trek

through the breathtaking mountains of

Puriscal, Costa Rica

for the super low price of $1000 US

Marvel at the breathtaking views as you and your horse climb the heights of rugged mountains
Learn about local history as you follow abandoned ox cart roads
Bird watch as you ride through vibrant tropical rainforests
Discover how pineapples and bananas grow as you traverse private farms.
Hike through virgin rainforest at La Cangreja National Park
Descend into the Scarlet Macaw Corridor and visit two pristine waterfalls.
Experience Costa Rican hospitality and cuisine.

Hear what folks said about our most recent trek:
“Thank you for such a wonderful trek!”
“I will never forget our experiences!”
“Your confidence and leadership throughout the trip was very reassuring.”
“We had such an incredible time and stories that will last a lifetime!”
Click here for a detailed itinerary

7 Days for only $1,000 US

Price includes airport pick up, 6 nights lodging and all meals, horses, equipment and bilingual guides.

Does not include transport back to the airport or to your next destination in Costa Rica, alcoholic beverages

or fees for optional activites such as park, tour, or spa entrances.

noreply@blogger.com (Barking Horse Farm) — Sun, 03 Oct 2010 03:09:00 +0000

Costa Rica Horseback Trek to the Beach & Parelli Workshop with David Lichman

January 2-9, 2011

5 Star Parelli Professional David Lichman will be coming to Costa Rica for a two day workshop Jan 8th & 9th. The workshop will be held at Esterillos Este, one of the most beautiful and pristine beaches on the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. Barking Horse Farm is organizing this workshop to coincide with a 5 day horseback riding trek from the mountains to the beach, arriving in time for the workshop. Experienced riders will love our healthy, responsive horses trained with Parelli Natural Horsemanship Techniques. Study with David for two days with the horse that you have bonded with over the course of the week long trek.

• marvel at the breathtaking views as you and your horse climb the heights of rugged mountains

• learn about local history as you follow abandoned ox cart roads

• bird watch as you ride through vibrant tropical rainforests

• discover how pineapples and bananas grow as you traverse private farms

• gallop down nearly deserted beaches and play with your horse in the ocean

• experience true Costa Rican hospitality and local cuisine

For a detailed itinerary of this trek visit http://www.barkinghorsefarm.com/

For more information about David’s workshop and to make a reservation contact

barkinghorsefarm@gmail.com

What a way to start the New Year!

As one of Pat Parelli's top rated instructors - David has traveled all over the world helping people to get extraordinary results with horses. Teaching Pat's system has taken him from Vancouver to Virginia and from Hawaii to Heidelberg. He has handled thousands of horses at hundreds of clinics, from every breed and discipline

Prices for 5 day Trek, David's Workshop with your choice of Accommodations at Esterillos Este

Encantada Ocean Cottages

The cottages are large with a loft, air conditioning, and fans. They surround a pool in the center of a one acre property on the Pacific Ocean. The hotel provides a complimentary breakfast and is located a short walk to the facility where David will hold his workshop.

The price for the Trek, David’s workshop, and three nights’ accommodations at this hotel is:

$1,510

Monterey del Mar

Surrounded by lush grounds, Costa Rica's newest boutique hotel on the Central Pacific Coast offers oceanfront rooms, an international restaurant with a complimentary breakfast, beach front amphitheater, art collections, private terrace dinners, beach bon fires, and more. In room amenities include: King size beds, private terraces, phones, hot water and satellite TV. Within walking distance of the facility where David will hold his workshop.

The price for the Trek, David’s workshop, and three nights’ accommodations at this hotel is:

$1,760

Xandari Resort and Spa

Spacious private villas all feature a large terrace from which to enjoy panoramic views of

the Pacific Ocean or lush tropical gardens, private walled-gardens, sitting area, mini-bar, air

conditioning plus fan and luxury amenities such as hair dryer and CD player. The generous

bathrooms feature a mosaic-tiled shower that opens to a private garden. The open-air thatched palm roof pavilion restaurant and bar provides a complimentary breakfast. A short walk from the facility where David will hold his workshop.

The price for the Trek, David’s workshop, and three nights’ accommodation at this hotel is:

$2,180

Trek alone costs $1,100 and includes airport pick up at Costa Rica’s SJO airport, one night’s lodging at Barking Horse Farm, all meals and lodging during the trek and one night’s accommodation at Encantada Ocean Cottages.

Two days of Workshop with David costs $300

Prices include all meals except for those at the hotel in Esterillos Este.

Use of Barking Horse Farm’s Horses for David’s workshop is complimentary.

Transport back to SJO airport $100 for up to five in transport.

To reserve your space contact us at barkinghorsefarm@gmail.com

7 Day Costa Rica Horseback Trek and Parelli Natural Horsemanship Workshop, Jan 1-9, 2011

noreply@blogger.com (Barking Horse Farm) — Sun, 26 Sep 2010 22:11:00 +0000

5 Star Parelli Professional, David Lichman, will be teaching a Parelli Natural Horsemanship workshop at Play Esterios Este, one of the most beautiful and pristine beaches on Cosa Rica's Pacific coast. Join Barking Horse Farm on a 7 day horseback riding trek through the mountains of Puriscal county, by the national park La Cangreja, to arrive at the beach just in time for David's workshop. This is a great way to experience the nature and people of Costa Rica and learn transferable skills playing the Parelli games with the horse that you have bonded with over the previous week of trekking.
Visit Barking Horse Farm's Official site for all the details.

Parelli horseback riding trips in Costa Rica

noreply@blogger.com (Barking Horse Farm) — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 18:12:00 +0000

Check out our newest offers on trail riding, week-long trips to the beach, countless cultural excursions or nature rides! We will soon start posting the latest news on new trips, plans and happenings on the horse trails of Costa Rica here at Horseback Riding Treks Blog.

If you want to recieve the freshest news and latest post on upcoming trail rides, subscribe to our RSS feed or recieve updates via email!

Also, check out the website of Barking Horse Farm, our home and center of operation.

You can find us on Facebook, too! See you soon in the wilderness of Costa Rica...

Ride through the Spectacular Costa Rican Mountains and Rich Tropical Rain Forest to the Beautiful Pacific Coast Beaches

noreply@blogger.com (Barking Horse Farm) — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:54:00 +0000

For reservations contact: barkinghorsefarm@gmail.com

Day 1: Pick up from SJO airport and drive for one hour to Santiago de Puriscal nestled in the mountains above the bustling and crowded central valley of San Jose. Arriving at the Barking Horse Farm let freshly made juices and delicious vegetarian cuisine help you rest, relax and recover from your flight. Learn first hand about the principles of sustainability by experiencing a day in the life of our family farm.

For detailed information about the farm and more information and photos of this trek visit: http://www.barkinghorsefarm.com/

If you arrive early there are rivers and waterfalls nearby to explore.
On this day you will also meet your horse. We take the time to assure a good match between horse, rider and equipment. You will try them out in the ring to assure a perfect match for the journey.
This is also when we can examine detailed maps of the route, discuss the trip and answer any questions that the riders might have

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Day 2: Leave the farm and travel through mountainous farm land. Ride through fields of sugar cane and visit a traditional "trapiche" which is where brown sugar is made. This is an age old practice of extracting the juice from the sugarcane with a large press and boiling it for many hours in cauldrons until enough liquid is evaporated to produce a delicious brown sugar

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Traveling through a private farm we climb to 3600 feet where on a clear day you can see the ocean in the far distance. From this vantage point we begin to descend through villages stopping for lunch in the small town of Perdonal.

Continuing on after lunch to the settlement of Candelarita where we will spend the night with a rural family. Here you will have the opportunity to experience true Costa Rican hospitality. Our bilingual guide will be present to facilitate a rich cultural exchange.

Day 3: In the morning we start out early heading towards the rainforest of Mastatal.

The terrain is rugged, ascending and descending through the steep mountains.
crossing rivers and passing cascades and small waterfalls along the way.

We have lunch with a rural farming family. Every one loves having lunch with Betty and her family. She will teach you how to make hand made tortillas while she cooks lunch over the wood stove. Lunch always includes her home made cheeses.

We arrive in the evening at Villas Mastatal http://www.villasmastatalcr.com/

This Costa Rican family run guest house is located at the base of La Cangreja National Park www.lacangreja.com/ingles. They offer a variety of tours through the park and to nearby waterfalls.

Day 4 Is a day of rest for the horses and a day of fun for us. Here in the last virgin rainforest of Puriscal County we can discover the beauty of the La Cangreja National Park. Take a walk through 500 acres of unspoilt jungle, along the well groomed trails, past towering trees, lush jungle and rushing rivers.

Or we can visit Rancho Mastatal, http://www.ranchomastatal.com/, an environmental learning and sustainable living center. Take a walk around and admire their lovely and innovative buildings made from renewable rainforest resources.

Or visit Iguana Chocolate, http://www.iguanachocolate.com/, a family run chocolate farm. See how cocoa beans are processed to make rich dark chocolate. Take some samples to nibble on during the ride!

Day 5 We enjoy an easy day riding along country roads that rim the valley of the Scarlet Macaw Corridor. We are heading to the town of Salitrales, at the very head of the Corridor.

Here we will stay the night in the home of our guide Eduardo Sandi and his family.

Day 6 Is a special day as we descend into the Scarlet Macaw Corridor framed by the National Parks of Carara to the south and La Cangreja to the north. We will be traversing private farms on trails cut by hand out of the mountians by our guide Eduardo. We will visit two pristine waterfalls. Far from the main roads and towns you will be awed by the astounding beauty of the Costa Rican wilderness.

That night we will treat ouselves to a little luxury. The jungle retreat center, VerdEnergia will provide us with comfortable, artistic rooms and great wholesome meals. You may choose to cool off from the tropical heat in their swimming pool. Visit http://www.verdenergia.com/ for more information on their environmentally friendly projects
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Day 7: The ride takes us onward through rolling hills and tropical rain forest. We cross many small rivers where the horses enjoy a refreshing drink. The climate is warmer and more humid. Along the way macaws are spotted and tropical flowers and butterflies are in abundance.

We spend the night with an elderly widow who has supported herself for years providing meals and lodging for traveling salesman. She is a wonderfull cook and a fun hostess with lots of stories to tell.
Day 8: Finds us following the route of the Rio Tulin to the sea.
We ride right up to our ocean front hotel The Pelican Beach Hotel http://www.pelicanbeachfronthotel.com/

Day 9: ride the horses along the beach and play with them in the surf!

From here riders can continue their Costa Rican adventure or take a shuttle to SJO international airport which is about 2 hours away.

Cost for this spectacular ride is $200 per day per person.

Horseback Riding Treks in Costa Rica

Jungle River Trek

5 nights, 4 full days of riding

Trekking Schedule for 2017-2018

Workshop and Ride with Nita Jo Rush, 4* Parelli Instructor

Winter Horse Riding Vacations, 2015-2016 Season

Yoga and Horsemanship, February 25 - March 2, 2015

February 25 - March 2, 2015

David Lichman workshop in Costa Rica in January, 2015

David Lichman 5* Parelli Instructor

barkinghorsefarm@gmail.com

Get a Jump Start on Spring with a Parelli Riding Vacation in Costa Rica!

Beat the Winter Coldwith a Parelli Riding Vacation in Costa Rica.

"2 for 1" Offer on December Rain Forest Trek

This Year Give Yourself a Valentines Day Gift in Costa Rica

5* David Lichman Parelli Natural Horsemanship Workshop & Horseback Riding Trek, January 21-30, 2014

BARKING HORSE FARM

This winter join Barking Horse Farm for a Parelli workshop followed by 6 days of horseback trekking through the mountains and beaches of warm and sunny Costa Rica!

(workshop attendance is not mandatory)

Barking Horse Farm is looking forward to our 6th season of providing Parelli adventures on horseback in tropical Costa Rica.

Don't miss out! Space is limited to 8 riders per trek so sign up early! Hope to see you in paradise this winter!

Still space available for our workshop/treks in Jan, Feb & March, 2013

Last Season's post!

Still space available for the Barking Horse Farm

Parelli Workshop / Treks 2013!

January - July, 2013

February 17-26, 2013 Nicoya Eco/Beach Trek with

4* Parelli Instructor Nita Jo Rush.

barkinghorsefarm@gmail.com

Photos of Barking Horse Farm

Photos of Barking Horse Farm

2013 Parelli Workshop and Trek to the Beach Schedule

2013 Schedule

Parelli Workshops

Practice the Parelli you love, with your favorite instructor while exploring Costa Rica on horseback.

3* Parelli Instructors Susan Nelson and Maurice Thibault December 6-15, 2014

Parelli Workshop and Trek to the Beach!

Horseback Riding Trek Through the Mountains of Costa Rica

7 Day Costa Rica Horseback Trek and Parelli Natural Horsemanship Workshop, Jan 1-9, 2011

Parelli horseback riding trips in Costa Rica

Ride through the Spectacular Costa Rican Mountains and Rich Tropical Rain Forest to the Beautiful Pacific Coast Beaches

Beat the Winter Cold
with a
Parelli Riding Vacation in Costa Rica.

**4* Parelli Instructor Nita Jo Rush.**