CHOOSE FROM OUR OVERNIGHT, FULL-DAY OR HALF DAY TREKS

Around the Mountains

OVERNIGHT TREK

For Intermediate to Experienced

Our overnight trek involves two days in the saddle crossing varied terrain that is best suited to those confident riding in the outdoors and are confident trotting and cantering.

Mountain High River Deep

FULL DAY TREK

For Intermediate to Experienced Riders

This full day trek involves some faster paced riding and varied terrain so it is essential that you are confident with riding in the outdoors, and confident trotting and cantering.

Paradise Combo Package

FULL DAY TREK

For Beginner to Experienced

This trek combines both our half day treks: Rees River Trail and Isengard Lord of the Rings.

Riders will get to cross the alluvial Rees Rivers and mountain trails. With our qualified guides permission, experienced riders can leave the group to trot and canter when track conditions are suitable *, while those new to riding can enjoy the view at a quiet walking pace.

* River crossings as well as trotting and cantering are subject to river levels and track conditions.

Isengard Lord of the Rings

HALF DAY TREK

For Beginner to Experienced

This trek is walking only and suitable for beginners and those who just really want to horse ride quietly through the Dart Valley, Paradise.

Meet The Team

Have we got the horse for you!

With over 60 horses and 150,000 acres to ride across we can offer everyone a chance to explore this beautiful part of New Zealand on a horse that is suited to them.

RIDING LEVELS

WE LOVE OUR HORSES AND WE WANT YOU TO LOVE THEM TOO!

SAFETY: The safety of our horses, staff and clients are paramount. While every effort is taken to match one of our horses temperaments with the riders ability, it is important to remember that a horse has a mind of its own and so a good account of your riding experience and ability is imperative to ensure you have an enjoyable time. We have a variety of horses that are suited to different riding levels, please consider the guide below before selecting your riding level.

What Rider Level Best Describes You?

BEGINNER		Someone who has never ridden before or has only ridden a few times in a controlled environment. Or someone who has lost their nerve and just wants to go quietly to enjoy the view and be with their quiet natured horse.
INTERMEDIATE		Someone who can rise to the trot and sit to a canter comfortably, and can control their horse within, and independently, of the group. A person who will enjoy a more responsive horse.
EXPERIENCED		Someone who has ridden for a number of years and is confident on any horses with any temperaments. A person who will enjoy a forward responsive horse.

TRACK AND RIVER CONDITIONS: Weather in the high country can be extremely changeable and therefore cause river and track conditions to become dangerous to ride across or to ride at a faster pace. Therefore it is imperative each rider adheres to our qualified guides direction during the trek. While every effort is made to accommodate the intermediate and experienced riders wishes we must consider yours and our horses safety first.