Joseph Fiennes shared a deeply personal and tragic experience during his recent appearance on the “Travel Secrets” podcast, recounting a horseback-riding accident he witnessed in Costa Rica. While riding early one morning, he saw a fellow traveler’s horse rear up, fall on her, and fatally injure her. Fiennes comforted the victim and her husband in the aftermath, an event that haunted him and reminded him of the unpredictability of life. He also reflected on how a horse’s training and temperament can influence such incidents.

Despite the tragedy, Fiennes praised Costa Rica as a stunning travel destination, highlighting its diverse landscapes from rainforests to wild, untouched beaches. He emphasized the country’s natural beauty and authenticity, affirming that the accident did not diminish his admiration for the place.