New Zealand · HORSES
7 reviewed
Work down from the top: 7 horse treks worth booking, each with its price, its length, and the single thing to know before you commit to a date.
Ride through Cardrona High Country to the historic Cardrona Hotel for a complimentary drink, with trotting and cantering for intermediate+ riders.
“We had a great day riding in the Cardrona Valley. Great staff, and beautiful horses. We are beginner riders and the staff was really helpful in picking out the right horses for us.”
A 2-hour guided horse trek along Waimakariri Canyon near Christchurch, with small groups, Southern Alps views, and optional faster riding.
“Wow what a fantastic experience. Chris was amazing. He is a super great guide and teacher. We know how to ride a horse now. We would highly recommend this great experience and we would also fo it again.”
Ride through Cardrona Valley on a 2-hour horse trek, learn Otago’s gold rush stories, and enjoy mountain views near Wānaka.
“The host and guide were very nice. The trip couldn’t been great without the unique experience we’d enjoyed.”
Enjoy a Lake Whakatipu cruise and a gentle Walter Peak horse trek, plus included tea and farm views, in a small guided group.
“This was so much fun and well worth money. As someone who has ridden for years it’s always been a dream to ride through terrain like this. You definitely don’t need to know how to ride though, it was a nice slow plod. Followed by a really delicious afternoon tea and the journey back on the steam ferry.”
A small-group half-day in Queenstown: vintage steamship across Lake Wakatipu, then tea and a calm guided horse trek at Walter Peak.
“I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this trip. It was very relaxed and informative. Reading other reviews beforehand helped to manage my expectations that it was going to be just a very short and easy ride. I enjoyed seeing the beautiful Walter Peak farm and tourist destination - it's a well-oiled enterprise that processes the tourist experience well. Top advice is to use the bathroom on the boat before you arrive as there are long queues for the 2x female's toilets ashore. Also, save up an appetite for the 'meal' afterwards at 5pm of petit fours & sandwiches - the scones with jam & cream were especially…”
A 2-hour small-group horse trek from Cromwell through Central Otago orchards to Mount Pisa views of Lake Dunstan.
“Our daughter loves horses so we wanted to find a horse trek while in NZ. Golden Hills was the perfect place to ride and Karo was an amazing guide. We loved the ride through orchards and the mountain views. Plus it was affordable and had multiple options for times to ride.”
Gentle horse trekking in Cardrona Valley with a 1 on 1 riding lesson, loose rein options, and mountain views in a small group.
“Amazing tour! Definitely worth booking even if you’re a beginner like me. I went for my birthday and it was such a beautiful experience. Highly recommend! Hannah our instructor was the best, so calm and encouraging 😊”
