About this experience
Experience the spirit of the American West on an unforgettable ranch adventure from Las Vegas, with complimentary transportation taking you from the Strip to a real working ranch. Tuck into a hearty cowboy breakfast, then saddle up for a scenic horseback ride through rugged desert landscapes and mountain terrain - the kind of scenery you simply can't experience from the Strip. Trade the neon lights for an authentic taste of cowboy life in the American West, complete with fresh air, genuine Western hospitality and an adventure you'll be talking about long after you leave Las Vegas.
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 5 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All children 12 years old and under will be required to wear a helmet
- Minimum age is 6 years
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What is included
- Horseback trail tide
- Professional wrangler/guide
- Breakfast - vegetarian meals available upon request
- Hotel pick-up and drop off from select Las Vegas Strip hotels
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
Leave the neon behind and discover the real Nevada beyond Las Vegas on a morning adventure at a working ranch in Moapa. With complimentary transportation from select Las Vegas hotels, head into rugged Western country for horseback riding, wildlife spotting & a genuine cowboy breakfast.
After a scenic 45-minute drive north, meet your wrangler and horse before setting out for approximately 1.5 hours of horseback riding. No experience is necessary - friendly, well-trained horses make this suitable for all riding levels.
Follow historic trails through desert and mountain scenery, with the chance to see cattle, horses and wildlife including bighorn sheep, roadrunners and jackrabbits. Keep your camera ready as you experience Nevada from the saddle.
After your ride, enjoy a hearty Western-style breakfast of pancakes, eggs, hash browns, toast, your choice of bacon, sausage or ham, plus coffee and orange juice.
Then relax on the return journey, arriving with time to explore more of the city. Trade the Strip for saddles, desert trails and a taste of authentic cowboy country.
Please Note: This is a single-file trail ride. For safety reasons, guests cannot run or gallop the horses.
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Wild West Horseback Adventures
Accessibility and practical details
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Helmets are available for use by all riders if requested
- All children 12 years old and under will be required to wear a helmet
- Due to the nature of this tour, we are not able to accommodate riders weighing more than 250 pounds
- Pregnant women are not permitted to ride
- Minimum age is 6 years
- Please add vegetarian meal request to special requirements field at check out
- You must wear closed toed shoes. Long pants are recommended
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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