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sandy · 01-05-2012, 08:58 AM

Has anyone been on both of these horseback riding tours to compare? They look similar, and both well liked. Didn't know if there is any difference between the two.

*Andrea J.* · 01-05-2012, 09:15 AM

both good , both get good reviews.
look at pricing and tours and make your decision that way.

if there is a natural pool tour, be advised that it is not an easy ride for you and not an easy trek for the horses. the countryside tours and beach tours are good.

:-)

Tom and Stanley · 01-05-2012, 03:16 PM

I went on the Rancho Ponderso ride a few years ago after not being on a horse for a very long time and had a good ride. Not to difficult and enjoyable. I agree that the Natural Pool ride is a tought one for you and the horse. . . . . Look for the best price and go for it. .

Tom and Stanley

~Amy~® · 01-05-2012, 09:03 PM

Been riding with Gold Mine Ranch a few times now and love it! Smaller ranch so alot less people (if any) in your group.

sandy · 01-06-2012, 08:41 AM

Thanks everyone - those are helpful things to know!

soccermom17 · 01-06-2012, 10:42 PM

We have done Ponderosa twice and LOVED it. There were only about 8 people in our group ( and 4 were from my family). We went to the Gold Mine and rode along the each as well. Has some awesome pics. Had the whole fam with the water in the background. It was beautiful!! The guides were a hoot and knew their stuff. I would HIGHLY recommend it. Have fun!!!

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sandy Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 90	Rancho Ponderosa or Gold Mine for horseback riding? Has anyone been on both of these horseback riding tours to compare? They look similar, and both well liked. Didn't know if there is any difference between the two. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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01-05-2012, 09:15 AM	#2 (permalink)
Andrea J. Aruba since 1979 Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: renaissance island, eagle beach, amsterdam manor/passions beach bar, Hung Paradis, alto vista chapel, madam janettes, big porch at B55 Posts: 13,253 Images: 80	both good , both get good reviews. look at pricing and tours and make your decision that way. if there is a natural pool tour, be advised that it is not an easy ride for you and not an easy trek for the horses. the countryside tours and beach tours are good. :-) Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Please, I'll have a Grande' decaf Mocha Latte' with a shot of liquid tranquilizer.

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Tom and Stanley Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: The beaches Posts: 99	I went on the Rancho Ponderso ride a few years ago after not being on a horse for a very long time and had a good ride. Not to difficult and enjoyable. I agree that the Natural Pool ride is a tought one for you and the horse. . . . . Look for the best price and go for it. . Tom and Stanley Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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~Amy~® Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 1,631	Been riding with Gold Mine Ranch a few times now and love it! Smaller ranch so alot less people (if any) in your group. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ ~Amy~® Cabo San Lucas: March 2012 26th trip to Aruba: April 2012 27th trip to Aruba: Sept. 2012

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sandy Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 90	Thanks everyone - those are helpful things to know! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

01-06-2012, 10:42 PM	#6 (permalink)
soccermom17 Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 51	We have done Ponderosa twice and LOVED it. There were only about 8 people in our group ( and 4 were from my family). We went to the Gold Mine and rode along the each as well. Has some awesome pics. Had the whole fam with the water in the background. It was beautiful!! The guides were a hoot and knew their stuff. I would HIGHLY recommend it. Have fun!!! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook