Cardrona High Country Pub Trail Horse Riding Trek (Intermediate+)
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Saddle up on this very unique horse trekking experience, just 20 minutes from Wanaka. The half-day High Country Pub horse trek takes you up into the beautiful mountains of Cardrona Valley allowing breath taking views of the surrounding Pisa and Crown Ranges and Cardrona Ski Area. No riding experience is necessary as all tuition is provided, however if you want to cut loose there are many chances for trotting and cantering on this ride and a stopover at the historic Cardrona Hotel to stretch your legs and enjoy a drink on us!
Please note we do not "JUST WALK" on this ride
**PLEASE SPECIFY YOUR HORSE RIDING ABILITY UPON BOOKING SO THE APPROPRIATE HORSES ARE SELECTED FOR YOUR RIDE**
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
**PLEASE SPECIFY YOUR HORSE RIDING ABILITY UPON BOOKING SO THE APPROPRIATE HORSES ARE SELECTED FOR YOUR RIDE**
THIS RIDE IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR SMALL CHILDREN - see "The Gold Discovery Trail"
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Beverage
Professional guide
Use of helmet
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
What To Expect
You will ride high up into the mountains, then down & cross the river over to the Cardrona Hotel for a drink, then back home along the river, many chances for trotting & cantering on this ride so please be sure to specify your horse riding ability upon booking! (Please not we do not "JUST WALK" on this ride, you must be comfortable with this) **This ride is not recommended for small children, please see "The Gold Discovery Trail" suitable for young families
Options
Confident/ Experienced riders
Reviews
261 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Beautiful ride through Gold rush areas!
Gordon C,
May 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00What an amazing ride. Our guide Summer managed a group of 6 whose riding skills ranged from none to experienced. She did a great job of keeping us together while telling us of the history of the area. Due to our group skill (or lack thereof) we had less gallops than we would have wanted but she was able to get us riding fast once everyone was comfortable. This was a beautiful ride in a beautiful, historic area!
100% recommended
Michelle H,
Mar 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Ashleigh did an outstanding job giving us a wonderful experience through the beautiful landscape and farming sections. Horses were in terrific condition and a joy to ride! Lots of areas where we could trot and canter.
Perfect experience , very...
Leslie R,
Mar 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00Perfect experience , very well kept horses and the guiding was informational and we felt safe the whole time.
Horse riding is...
Jenny J,
Dec 28, 2024
- Viator
5.00Horse riding is definitely the most wonderful and unforgettable experience for me. All the coaches are very nice and responsible. Multiple Landscape views are truly beautiful. Thanks very much Kel and all other lady coaches to provide such amazing opportunities to us!
Can't praise this experience enough!
Torsten K,
Nov 11, 2024
- Viator
5.00Our tour guide, Marley, was delightful and knowledgeable. She catered towards our novice riding skills and displayed great patience. Our horses, Pat and Willow, were perfect for our situation.
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Operated by The Cardrona