Short Treks – 1hr, 2hr,1/2 day, full day
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The short trek routes are designed to give all riders an
enjoyable scenic ride. They can be easily adapted to suit the level of
experience of the riders booked, or to accommodate the needs of specific
groups. We operate all year round, except Christmas day, depending
on weather conditions – as the hill country can become very slippery in wet
conditions. Our horses are trained to walk through the last paddock home,
so they come in cool & relaxed! |
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View on 2hr trek from farm ridge top, looking towards |
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1 HOUR
TREKS – these
are gentle treks suitable for all levels of riders, including those with no
prior riding experience. The trek winds through the magnificent Meersbrooke
Reserve, before returning across open farmland and through small mountain
steams. This is usually a walking pace trek & our guides are happy
to offer lead line options for nervous riders or children.
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2 HOUR
TREKS - these
start off through the delightful bush trails of Meersbrooke Reserve, before
heading up into the hill country and along well tracked ridge tops. Ride past
the young Meersbrooke sport horses and Highland cattle, taking in fantastic
views of the farm, Ruahine ranges and Not suitable younger children unable to ride independently, or riders
nervous about going up & down bigger hills. |
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1 & 2 Hour Treks depart 10am & 2pm. Riders
need to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to trek departure time for briefing.
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No minimum numbers required for 1 or 2hr treks. Ø
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read our general information page for more details before you make a booking. |
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HALF DAY TREKS –
these treks start off through Meersbrooke Reserve, giving you a chance to get
a feel for your horse and develop a partnership before heading into the
nearby hill country sheep and beef stations. There is a morning tea break at
approx 10.30am. Arrival back to base is approx 12.30 - 1pm. Half day treks
depart around 9.30am and riders must arrive by 9am for the briefing. FULL DAY TREKS – the routes for these
treks are tailored to suit the riders booked. Generally they include riding
through, native bush, over open farmland, steeper hill country (mainly on
farm tracks) and across rivers and/or mountain streams. Riders need to arrive
by 9am for briefing and gearing up. Trek returns by approx 3.30 - 4pm NOTES FOR ½ & FULL DAY
TREKS ½ & full day treks are not
suitable for beginner riders. Fit, confident novices usually cope
o.k. These treks cover a lot of
distance. You need to be happy about trotting, cantering some uphill sections,
& going up & down bigger hills. For more information on these
treks, please read our general conditions page. |
Riders enjoying the beech forest
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