Rancho DM
"Where Adventure Happens"
About Us
Rancho DM
At Rancho DM we are passionate about horses, we tend, feed, care about our horse’s health and nurture like one of ours. We are located in Villa Gonzales, Santiago Dominican Republic. The country’s first capital, Today, the Dominican Republic’s second largest city–affectionately dubbed “Ciudad Corazón” or the city in the heart of the Cibao Valley–is a modern and cosmopolitan center thriving in commerce, finance, education, services, and pulsating with culture. Rancho DM is within minutes of the Airport “Aeropuerto Internacional del Cibao”, accessible by taxi / Uber.
At Rancho DM we have plenty to offer; peace, total relaxation, site seeing, family activities, fresh homemade cultural food, beautiful view of the countryside. Hiking trails available being that the “Cordillera Septentrional” is within short distance of the ranch. A mountain range that runs parallel to the north coast. The cordillera’s highest point is Diego de Ocampo mountain at 1,250 metres (4,100 ft), located near Rancho DM.
Enjoy beautiful trails and horseback riding. Choose from relaxing walk only rides, walk & trot rides, and exhilarating advanced level walk, trot, & canter rides. . For your safety, each trail ride is accompanied by several experienced wranglers. Our horses breed are of “Paso Higueyano” consisting of a mix of different breeds such as: Quarter Horses, Berber, Narangassette, Tennese Walking & Morgan. A special breed for comfort, durability & stability for long trips.
Horseback riding programs / tours
Walk Ride
Intermediate Ride
Intermediate Ride
Great for all levels of riders ranging from beginners to advanced. A ride through the woods that is slow enough to take in the natural beauty of the surroundings and is ideal for first time riders or anyone that wants a relaxing, comfortable ride
Intermediate Ride
Intermediate Ride
Intermediate Ride
What's something exciting your business Walking & trotting. A fun, brisk ride that requires enough experience to be in control of the horse at all times. Riders should have approximately 10 hours of active saddle and riding time and be comfortable and confident with a faster horse stride. offers? Say it here.
Advanced Ride
Intermediate Ride
Advanced Ride
Give cust Walking, trotting & cantering. A fast-paced, exciting ride for experienced horseback riders that are confidant and in control of their horse at all times and should not have to hold onto the saddle for balance. omers a reason to do business with you.
activities
Horseback Riding Lessons 1 on 1 for new beginners and advanced riders. The instructors at Rancho DM have extensive knowledge and teaching skill. They develop lessons based on the rider’s abilities and goals.
We work with our guests and put together a schedule to combine indoor activities and horseback riding throughout the day
You can enjoy fun time with the family and company at our 20 x 50’ oval pool. Always available and ready to use throughout the year. Have some enjoyment at our game room for guests, which includes full size professional pool table, 2 LED 60” TV’s equipped with game console for kids and adult entertainment. Board games available for some family fun times. Outdoor and indoor bar available in the premises. Outdoor hot / cold water jacuzzi available.
Local restaurants, bar and night life available since we are 20 minutes away from the center of Santiago. 40 Minutes away from Puerto Plata (Sosua, Cofreci and Cabarete beaches)
Pricing / Accommodations
Accommodations
§ Sleeps a maximum of 12 people
§ Suitable for large families / Group
§ (3) Queen Beds
§ (3) Full Size Bed Bunk bed
§ 2 full size bathrooms
§ Game room / Family Room
§ Pool Table, (2) LED TV’s, Satellite speakers, (3) Video Game Consoles, Board Games
§ Full Size Kitchen & Dining Room
§ Outdoor Jacuzzi
§ Outdoor Bar & Indoor Bar
§ Outdoor large family pool
§ Outdoor pre-pool shower
§ Horse stable
§ Parking available up to 8 cars
Pricing
$70 Dollars per person per day (minimum 5 guests) includes use of facility plus an assigned horse for your stay. For an additional $35 per person per day add food / alcohol. Traditional food and local beverages (local beer and alcohol). Breakfast, lunch, Dinner and light snacks. $45 per day per person use of facility only (light breakfast & Coffee)
Book Us
Private Parties & Events
Corporate parties
Birthday / Bachelors parties
Family reunions
Holiday parties
Birthday / Bachelors parties riding Private and group lessons
Note: pricing is subject to change depending on season, availability and group size