Rides | Horse Treks

"Wonderful guides... Breathtaking setting"


“Wonderful guides (and amazing with the kids) in a breathtaking setting. Love that the new owner is an expert in natural horsemanship and they do not use metal bits with their horses.”

Emily Cunha

The Easy Rider Experience

Easy

 1Hr 30Min

Adult: $189 pp Child: $159 pp

A trail ride for everybody, even the kids! This is a relaxing, slow paced trek that allows you to explore the coveted landscapes of the Glenorchy river systems with its dramatic mountain backdrop.Great for the whole family. Walk only ride | Family discounts available. 
Child price: Age 5-14 | Ages 5-7 on a lead line + $30 (Children must be accompanied by an adult)

Please Note: As this is an education based adventure, at least one rider in your group must have sufficient English and be able and willing to translate all instructions and exchanges between the Guides and other members of their group. 

Photo packages available at checkout.
* We require a minimum of 24 hours notice for bookings that require special assistance including disabilities.

Ride details


Once you arrive our friendly, experienced team will get you "geared up" and take you through an introduction to our horses and how we communicate with them. You'll have a chance to meet and bond with your horse before heading out for the easy ride along the valley and river systems. There's no more magical experience than venturing through the wilderness with you and your horse in harmony together! 

This ride is walking only.

River crossings are subject to weather conditions and may not be possible on certain days of the year.

Getting there


Driving yourself:
We are located in  the Dart Valley, Glenorchy. You will need to allow  1 hour to drive from Queenstown.

Transport / Transfers:
Unavailable at this time.

What you need to know


Our horses are not machines, and they have been trained with particular cues and communication. We don’t kick or yank our horses and you’ll be asked to use the methods that they are familiar with when you ride with us.

Our rider weight limit is 105kg, allowances for riders outside of this weight limit may be granted for experienced riders or for shorter rides, depending on the riders’ weight. Any allowances made by Lighthorse must be granted in writing and will be checked on the day.  

We have different sized horses for different sized people. But at the end of the day, horse riding is still an athletic activity and you need to be able to get on and get off safely without hurting yourself or the horse. Please be honest about your weight and ability as there will be no refunds if you’re turned away from your ride because inaccurate information was provided. If in doubt (call us) to discuss your needs prior to booking.

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellations and booking changes made 30 days prior to your booking date can be made with no fee. 

Cancellations and booking changes made between 30 days and 48 hours to the time of your ride departure will incur a fee of 10% of the total of your booking cost. 

Cancellations and booking changes made between 48 and 24 hours from the time of your ride departure will incur a fee of 50% of your total booking price. 

Any cancellations or booking changes made within 24 hours to the time of your ride departure are not refundable. 

Please note that credit card surcharges cannot be refunded regardless of the date of your cancellation. 

If you have any questions regarding any of our policies, please contact our friendly reception staff for clarification, by email: bookings@lighthorseadventures.com, or ph: +6421766437. 

Arrival times: Please note: that the check-in for your ride is 30 minutes prior to the ride start time. Being late may result in you missing your ride, for which no refund will be given. Please arrive promptly at the check-in time. 

All terms and conditions can be found here: https://www.lighthorseadventures.com/terms-conditions/

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