Hill country horse trekking amongst awesome scenery, with River Valley in the central North Island of New Zealand. A truly unique rural wilderness experience.

Horse treks are run both in the morning and afternoon. You need to be at the lodge by 9.30am for a morning trek, or 1.00pm for an afternoon trek. After reporting to reception, you will be picked up by our courtesy vehicle, and transported (5 minute drive) to the horse trekking base.

After introductions, you are matched to a horse to suit your riding ability. This is a fully-guided trek and can be tailored to suit your riding ability. Make sure to take your camera as you explore the spectacular scenery with views over the mountain, Aorangi, and the northern Ruahine Ranges.

Arrive back at the Lodge for lunch.

Alternatively you may arrive for an afternoon horse trek – arrive by 12.00pm for lunch, with pick up at 1.00pm.

This experience voucher is valid for six months from date of purchase.

Venue:

Taihape, Central North Island, New Zealand.

Session Length

Horse treks operate all year round. Allow 3 hours for horse trekking. Lunch is included at the lodge so arrive in plenty of time if you choose the afternoon session.

Guidelines:

Horse trekking is not strenuous but an average level of fitness would be advantageous. The age limit is 13 years.

Numbers:

Group size horse trekking is between 2 and 10.

Weather:

Horse trekking is weather dependent. Horse trekking may be cancelled because of heavy rain or snow.

Other Info:

You are required to sign a waiver that specifies that you have understood the briefing, are aware of the inherent risks in the activity, and have informed your guides of any medical problems that you may have that would effect yours, or others, safety.