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Cardrona High Country Pub Trail Horse Riding Trek (Intermediate+) - Your Route: Mountains Up, River Over, Then Back Along the Cardrona
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Cardrona High Country Pub Trail Horse Riding Trek (Intermediate+)

1.Cardrona High Country Pub Trail Horse Riding Trek (Intermediate+)

Ride into Cardrona High Country for a small-group horse trek, gold-rush stories, river crossings, and a complimentary drink at the Cardrona Hotel.

Most Popular 5.0

“Had an absolute blast on this trek! My husband and I enjoy horse rides every now and again, and this is the top of the list. It was a significant and beautiful trek around a mountain and we got to do a little trotting and cantering on the horses. Emily was a great guide and…”

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Rubicon Valley Horse Treks - 2 Hour River Trail Horse Trek - The 2-hour trail plan: valley riding, an Otarama viewpoint stop, then terraces back
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Rubicon Valley Horse Treks – 2 Hour River Trail Horse Trek

2.Rubicon Valley Horse Treks – 2 Hour River Trail Horse Trek

A 2-hour guided horse trek from a Canterbury sheep farm along Waimakariri Canyon, with Southern Alps views at Otarama lookout.

5.0

“The best one yet! Chris was a fantastic guide. The horses were incredible, never once did we feel unsafe on our horses. Loved the fact that if you didn’t want to trot or canter you didn’t have to I.e. your horse didn’t take off. Chris gave great tips on how to handle your horse and…”

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Guided Horse Trekking from Rotorua - The route details: farmland tracks, native bush, and uneven footing
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Guided Horse Trekking from Rotorua

3.Guided Horse Trekking from Rotorua

Guided horse trek in Rotorua up Mt. Ngongotaha foothills for Lake Rotorua views, with helmets, patient horses, and beginner-friendly guidance.

5.0

“A must do in Rotarua - loved this horse ride!!! Awesome value for money and an epic view at the top! Perfect for beginners and experienced riders - great guides and beautiful, safe horses.”

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Llama Trek (Half-day) - Kaikoura Bay, Beaches & Seal Colony - Meet Your Llama and Learn the Basics (You’ll Thank Yourself Later)
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Llama Trek (Half-day) – Kaikoura Bay, Beaches & Seal Colony

4.Llama Trek (Half-day) – Kaikoura Bay, Beaches & Seal Colony

Trek with your llama along Kaikōura’s coast and beaches, spot fur seals at Ohau Point, and enjoy included cake and drinks.

5.0

“Highly recommend! Super unique, educational and warm experience trekking with our llama pals Archie & Harry. Kevin was a superb guide! He shared interesting insights, helped us to understand the llamas through their lens and made us fRead more”

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Gold Discovery Trail Horse Trek Cardrona - Most popular! - Price, Timing, and Group Size That Keep It Personal
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Gold Discovery Trail Horse Trek Cardrona – Most popular!

Queenstown: Walter Peak Horse Trek & Queenstown Lake Cruise - Lake Whakatipu cruise: the best kind of slow start
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Queenstown: Walter Peak Horse Trek & Queenstown Lake Cruise

Half Day Walter Peak Horse Trek and Cruise from Queenstown - Walter Peak High Country Farm tea at Colonel’s Homestead
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Half Day Walter Peak Horse Trek and Cruise from Queenstown

Llama Trek (Taster) - Kowhai River Valley and Native Woodland Tour - Llamas up close: what Kevin teaches you about their behavior
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Llama Trek (Taster) – Kowhai River Valley and Native Woodland Tour

8.Llama Trek (Taster) – Kowhai River Valley and Native Woodland Tour

A small-group llama trek taster in Kaikoura along the Kowhai River, with native woodland wildlife, gentle walking, and close llama time.

5.0

“This is a wonderful, unique experience in New Zealand! Kevin was very knowledgeable with the llamas and our family learned so much. We only had time for the taster experience but a longer excursion would be fun. Don't miss this!”

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Golden Hills Horse Trek in Central Otago - Getting started in Cromwell: timing, meeting point, and first steps
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Golden Hills Horse Trek in Central Otago

9.Golden Hills Horse Trek in Central Otago

Golden Hills Horse Trek in Central Otago: a 2-hour small-group ride to Mount Pisa for Lake Dunstan views, beginner-friendly fun.

5.0

“The ride was amazing and the view was beautiful. All 4 horses are wonderful and we had a great time! Jasmine and Carol were excellent guides.”

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