Morning Special Horseback Ride — South Padre Island
Recommended by 96% travelers
About Tour
Saddle up early and let the cool Gulf breeze set the pace. The Morning Special Horseback Ride is our extended morning beach experience — 1½ hours guided along the South Padre Island shoreline so you spend less time getting to the beach and more time actually riding on it.
This ride is perfect for guests who want a fuller, more immersive horseback experience without paying private-ride pricing. Mornings are typically the calmest time on the beach, with cooler temperatures, gentle surf, and softer light — ideal for photos and first-time riders. Our guides give a quick orientation before you mount up so every rider, even total beginners, feels confident in the saddle.
Routes follow the Gulf surf line and our gentle, well-trained horses are matched to each rider’s experience level. All skill levels welcome.
- Duration: 1.5 Hours
- Group Size: Small Group
- Ages: Ages 6+
- Live Guide: English
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- Extended 1½-hour ride — more time on the beach, not on the trail to it
- Cooler morning temperatures and calm surf for a comfortable ride
- Gentle, well-trained horses suitable for all skill levels including beginners
- Expert local guides with full safety briefing before you mount up
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Calm horses, beautiful Gulf views
Luke was an amazing guide. The horses were very well behaved, the beach was beautiful, and we learned so much about the horses and the island. The Morning Special is a great length — long enough to really enjoy the ride without it ever feeling rushed.
Amazing morning ride with the kids
We did the morning ride and it was incredible. The horses were calm, the guides were patient and personable, and the morning light made the whole beach feel magical. My teen kids even loved it. 10/10 recommend.
Perfect way to start the day on the beach
A horse ride on the beach has been on my bucket list for more than a decade. I finally got to do it on the Morning Special and had tears in my eyes when we went over the dune and saw the beach. Such a great experience! Everyone was friendly and helpful the entire time. The hour and a half was perfect — highly recommend.
From: $139.00
per person
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time.
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