PUERTO VALLARTA GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Horses, a Hidden Jungle Garden and Tequila: A Half-Day Ride into Mismaloya’s Eden
A 5.5-hour guided outing from Puerto Vallarta that pairs a riverside horseback ride and a swim in Jardín El Edén with a distillery tour and tequila tasting.
Horses, a Hidden Jungle Garden and Tequila: A Half-Day Ride into Mismaloya’s Eden.
El Edén Horseback Riding & Tequila Experience strings together the Sierra Madre’s coastal foothills, the village of Mismaloya and the jungle garden known as Jardín El Edén—the ecological park where Predator was filmed—into a single, accessible half-day adventure. Riders follow the scenic Mismaloya River, pause for a swim in a natural pool, then finish with a guided tequila tour and tasting that includes a welcome margarita.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Riverside Riding and Mismaloya Village
The outing features a one-hour horseback ride along the scenic Mismaloya River and a chance to pass through the quaint village of Mismaloya, framed by native flora and fauna of the Sierra Madre Occidental.
Jardín El Edén and a Natural Pool
Participants spend roughly 90 minutes at Jardín El Edén, the ecological park and filming location, where a natural pool invites a refreshing swim and time to relax at the onsite restaurant (food and drinks not included).
Distillery Tour and Tequila Tasting
The experience concludes at a local tequila distillery with a welcome margarita, a short tour outlining traditional production, and a 40-minute tasting of tequila and liqueurs.
What the day feels like
How the Half-Day Moves
After pickup at a designated meeting point, you’re driven toward Mismaloya for a guided, hour-long horseback ride along the river and through local scenery, followed by time in Jardín El Edén to swim and relax; the outing wraps with a tequila distillery visit that includes a margarita and tasting. English-speaking guides and shuttle service are provided, and the full program runs about five hours and thirty minutes.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits—and who should sit this one out.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring swimwear, a towel, a change of clothes, insect repellent and cash for souvenirs, photos, food, drinks, tequila and tips.
The full experience lasts about 5 hours 30 minutes and runs Monday through Saturday.
Pickups are offered from multiple points across Puerto Vallarta (Nuevo Vallarta, La Europea Marina Vallarta, Plaza Las Glorias Hotel Zone, Romantic Zone, Hotel Casa Iguana) with specific departure times for each; directions are sent with reservation.
Includes shuttle service from the meeting point, friendly English-speaking tour guides, a one-hour horseback ride, approx. 1 hour 30 minutes at the waterfall/restaurant and a 40-minute tequila tasting.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What is the minimum age to join the tour?
The minimum age to participate is 6 years old.
How long does the experience last?
The full experience takes approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes.
Are food and drinks included at the garden?
Food and drinks at the restaurant in Jardín El Edén are not included; guests may purchase them on site.
Is transportation provided?
Yes—shuttle service from designated meeting points is included; directions and exact pickup times are provided when you book.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund; cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the experience start time are not accepted and are non-refundable.
Can pregnant women join?
No—this experience is not suitable for pregnant women.