Explore the stunning landscapes of New Zealand on a full-day horseback ride tailored for intermediate to advanced riders. Traverse hill-country farmland while experiencing breathtaking views. With a small group size, receive personalized attention from expert guides who use Natural Horsemanship techniques to create a strong bond between you and your horse. Enjoy the thrill of freestyle riding as you navigate diverse terrains, and savour a picnic lunch amidst nature. This unique adventure promises an unforgettable connection with the majestic countryside.
Highlights
6 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
6 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lunch
A helmet, riding chaps, riding boots and a long oilskin coat for cooler or wetter days.
Meeting Points
Departure
River Valley
Follow Mangahoata Road right down to the river where you will find River Valley Lodge
Explore the stunning landscapes of New Zealand on a full-day horseback ride tailored for intermediate to advanced riders. Traverse hill-country farmland while experiencing breathtaking views. With a small group size, receive personalized attention from expert guides who use Natural Horsemanship techniques to create a strong bond between you and your horse. Enjoy the thrill of freestyle riding as you navigate diverse terrains, and savour a picnic lunch amidst nature. This unique adventure promises an unforgettable connection with the majestic countryside.
Highlights
6 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
6 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lunch
A helmet, riding chaps, riding boots and a long oilskin coat for cooler or wetter days.
Meeting Points
Departure
River Valley
Follow Mangahoata Road right down to the river where you will find River Valley Lodge
Return
Itinerary
A High Country Enchantment is a full day horse trek over Northern Rangitikei hill country terrain. The horses you will ride are trained using natural horsemanship techniques. The horses are ridden without steel bits and without steel shoes, in other words barefoot.
When you book you will be asked for your weight and height so a good match from the herd can be found for you. Please note, this is a ride for intermediate to advanced riders. You need to be a confident rider in all gaits. This ride is NOT suitable for beginners or novices.
Before leaving the Stables your guide will explain some of the nuances of riding using, what for many riders, are unfamiliar techniques. The guide will also ...
