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Saddle and Paddle Combos
Lajitas Stables has joined forces with Big Bend River Tours to offer these exciting combinations of horseback riding and river canoeing/rafting.

     Exclusively, our trips make the transfer from your horse to the canoe/raft right from our campsite on the banks of Rio Grande River. We offer this exciting recipe for adventure on just a two-day time frame.  During lower water the river trip portion will be done in canoes or "Duckies" (inflatable kayaks).


Sample Two-Day Itinerary
     Riding and camping are all done on the Texas side of the river. This is the trip with the flexibility to accommodate anyone's age or riding ability. We design the ride around your group's specific requirements. We can explore historic cattle trails, search for fossils, or ride to Indian pictographs - your choice. After a day in the saddle, relax at our base camp at the historical Monilla Ranchito while your guide prepares an authentic campfire meal. Next morning, trade in your saddle for a softer seat when Big Bend River Tours company picks you up for a relaxing day on the Rio Grande. 
     This combination trip offers a taste of the best that Big Bend has to offer - horseback riding through the desert and mountains, canoeing/rafting on the river that is the lifeblood of this country, and a glimpse at the lives of the people of the Mexican Frontera. 
     Wow! All this in as little as a two-day time frame. 

Contact us for details on our 3 & 4 day combo trips!

Click here to view the Saddle Paddle Blog from Texas Mountain Trails.

We Will Provide: 
     Appropriate horses, qualified guides, raft, all necessary equipment, camping gear, vehicle support and shuttles, tents, and all meals during the trip. 

Client Will Need: 
     Hat with tie strap, sunscreen, rain gear, personnel clothing (adequate  & appropriate for the time of year and activities), sunglasses, flashlight, sleeping bag* and pad*. We suggest three pairs of shoes; one with heal to ride in and one pair that you don't mind getting wet and one back-up pair such as sneakers for after your river portion of the trip.  See our Tack Room for further suggestions.
     We have a limited number of sleeping kits (sleeping bag, small sheet or throw for colder weather, pad and ground cloth) available for rent at $30.00 per trip; give us a call about availability.

Your Guides: 
     On both the river and horseback are trained professionals certified in CPR and Emergency First Aid. They are all Big Bend residents who are more than happy to share their knowledge of the areas fauna, geology, and history. 

RATES
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2 DAYS: 1 overnight by horse and 1/2 day on the river
$365.00 per person
3 DAYS: 2 overnights by horse and 1/2 day on the river
$495.00 per person
3 DAYS: 1 overnight by horse and 1 overnight on the river
$705.00 per person
4 DAYS: 2 overnights by horse and 1 overnight on the river
$745.00 per person
4 DAYS: 1 overnight by horse and 2 overnights on the river
$775.00 per person
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(plus tax and state park fees on above rates)

Customize any date from September 1st  to May 30th. 
Two person minimum to book!

Reservations and Canellations Policy: 
     Advance reservations for this trip are strongly recommended. A deposit in the amount of 50% of your total trip cost is required to hold your reservation.

Click here to view our cancellation policy. (in Adobe PDF format)

Longer Trips Available: 
     For those wanting a longer adventure, combine any of our regular 2-to-5 day trips in either Texas or Old Mexico with a 1-to-3 day river trip through the spectacular canyons of the Big Bend. Contact us for a more detailed itinerary on this combo trip. 

Come join the fun!

Preparing for Your Ride
Go to our TACK ROOM to see how
to prepare for your Ride/Trip

Important Forms and Documents
The following forms and documents are provided
for your convenience in advance of riding with us.
These forms documents are in PDF format.

Client Information Form
Participant Release Form

CALL 800-887-4331 to BOOK today!



IMPORTANT NOTICE: 
For now, a passport is NOT required on any combination trip we offer in conjunction with Big Bend River Tours (Riding & Rafting, Saddle & Paddle).  You will still need a valid state or government issued photo ID for persons aged 16 and up on those trips since you will be traveling via an international boundary by floating the Rio Grande.  For more information, please visit http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html, or call 1-877-4-USA-PPT (1-877-487-2778).
Lajitas Stables
FM 170 along the Scenic Rio Grande
888-508-7667 / 432-371-2212
Mountain Trails, Multiple Day & Specialty Trips
In Texas' Big Bend Country and in Old Mexico
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#1 Horse Run near Big Bend Nat'l Park
800-887-4331 / 432-371-3064
Desert Trails for all the Family
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Rio Grande Stables
Taos Ski Valley
888-259-8267 / 575-776-5913
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Central Offices: PO Box 6, Terlingua, Texas 79852   432-371-3064, Fax 432-371-3066  email: lajitasstables@bigbend.net