Ecuador provides riding enthusiasts with a surprisingly rich variety of opportunities. The country's extensive hacienda system makes it possible to ride through quilted pasture land from one hacienda to another, many of which now operate as country inns and send riders out with scrumptious country picnics. Ecuador has a number of stables which rent good horses, and if you know where to look you can find pure Peruvian Pasos, Andalusians, and Arabs. Golden Rules of Riding Stable standards, ethics and horse-care policies vary tremendously in Ecuador. Stables, owners and trainers change regularly, which means that the training and care of the horses also changes.
Common sense is therefore essential.
Change horses or leave. Stables at Hacienda Zuleta . If you cannot control the horse or do not feel safe, it's best to change horses or to not ride. If you are on the trails when a problem arises, do not hesitate to dismount. Check the tack adjustments before getting on the horse.