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8 Best Horses Tours In New Zealand

New Zealand's best.

New Zealand's 8 most popular horses tours, in one place. What each one is actually like, who runs it, and what you will pay.

8 Best Horses Tours In New Zealand

Cardrona High Country Pub Trail Horse Trek (Intermediate level+)

Cardrona High Country Pub Trail Horse Trek (Intermediate level+) - Entering the Central Otago gold-rush story at The Cardrona

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

Most Popular★ 5.0

Intermediate small-group horseback trek near Wanaka in Central Otago, with gold-rush stories, river crossings, and a Cardrona Hotel drink.

“I had a lovely time on Stu! He had a personality and kept everyone in line. The trek is through mild hills with lovely scenery- sheep, deer (a baby was born during our trek!), cows, and lupins galore. Truly a beautiful and memorable experiRead more”

269 reviewsFrom $433.78by The Cardrona

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Guided Horse Trekking from Rotorua

Guided Horse Trekking from Rotorua - The Mt. Ngongotaha Trails: Farmland, Bush, and Uneven Ground

2.Guided Horse Trekking from Rotorua

★ 5.0

Guided horse trek through Mt. Ngongotaha foothills with Lake Rotorua views, helmets included, beginner-friendly pace, and small groups.

“Awesome riding experience the trail guides were very helpful with my autistic cousin who has no riding experience”

159 reviewsFrom $68.26by Adventure Playground Rotorua Limited

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Gold Discovery Trail Horse Trek Cardrona – Most popular!

Gold Discovery Trail Horse Trek Cardrona - Most popular! - Getting started at 2125 Cardrona Valley Road (and why timing matters)

Half Day Walter Peak Horse Trek and Cruise from Queenstown

Half Day Walter Peak Horse Trek and Cruise from Queenstown - Walter Peak High Country Farm Tea: The Real Motivation

4.Half Day Walter Peak Horse Trek and Cruise from Queenstown

★ 4.5

Small-group Lake Wakatipu cruise plus an easy Walter Peak horse trek and proper tea, with Remarkables views and beginner-friendly guides.

“I was very disappointed with the Walter Peak Horse Trek and Cruise. I followed the staff member holding the horse trek sign along with a large group of people, but the sign was removed without any clear instruction. I later realised I was in thRead more”

101 reviewsFrom $142.11by RealNZ

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Golden Hills Horse Trek in Central Otago

Golden Hills Horse Trek in Central Otago - The “Top Hill Trek” flow: from Central Otago to Mount Pisa

5.Golden Hills Horse Trek in Central Otago

★ 5.0

Two-hour Golden Hills Horse Trek from Cromwell through Central Otago orchards to Mount Pisa, with Lake Dunstan views and small-group guidance.

“Really welcoming, informative for beginners and Carolyn put you at your ease. Horses were well behaved, the ride took you up into the mountains through the orchards. We then had fantastic views over lake Dunstan and Cromwell. All around amazing experience for riders and beginners.”

55 reviewsFrom $142by Golden Hills Horse Treks

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Rotorua: Scenic Horse Trek

Rotorua: Scenic Horse Trek - Before You Mount: Matching, Safety Briefing, and What to Wear

6.Rotorua: Scenic Horse Trek

★ 4.8

One-hour guided horse trek from Rotorua farmland to Lake Rotorua viewpoints, with helmet, expert guide, and small groups.

“Me parecio carisimo pero supuse que valia la pena. El recorrido duro 30 min nada mas (no 1 hs) y ademas es una caminata super lenta en la que no te dejan cabalgar y moverte de la linea de la guia. Experiencia normal. Los caballos muy bien cuidados.”

23 reviews1 hourFrom $74by Blazing Saddles Rotorua

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River Valley Stables – Burn The Breeze, Half Day Horse Ride For Riders

River Valley Stables - Burn The Breeze, Half Day Horse Ride For Riders - Riding Along the Rangitikei: Views Plus Real Horse Energy

7.River Valley Stables – Burn The Breeze, Half Day Horse Ride For Riders

★ 5.0

Half-day natural horsemanship ride near Taihape with small groups, oilskin gear, and canters in the Rangitikei River hills.

“our guide was amazing. we came from America and this riding experience was absolutely magical. A wonderful New Zealand experience, riding through the country side and valleys. This was a great experience and not just a head to butt Read more”

19 reviewsFrom $170.66by River Valley Adventures

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Cardrona Valley: Horse Trekking Experience

Cardrona Valley: Horse Trekking Experience - Safety Briefing First, Then a One-on-One Riding Lesson That Actually Helps

8.Cardrona Valley: Horse Trekking Experience

★ 5.0

Gentle horse trekking in Cardrona Valley with a small group, one-on-one coaching, and chances to trot, canter, and spot wildlife.

“Amazing tour! Definitely worth booking even if you’re a beginner like me. I went for my birthday and it was such a beautiful experience. Highly recommend! Hannah our instructor was the best, so calm and encouraging 😊”

12 reviews2 hoursFrom $298by The Cardrona

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