Boutique Horse Treks

Experience beach, river and winery rides on well-mannered, well-trained horses using natural horsemanship techniques. MAGICAL BEACH & WETLANDS RIDE An exhilarating experience awaits you as you ride along the beach and back through the Clive Wetlands Reserve with it's vast array of birds. Suits beginners and up. This is a walking ride only! Duration: 1 hour+ HAWKE’S BAY UNIQUE COASTAL TREK, WHERE RIVER MEETS OCEAN. Begin your journey with catching, brushing and saddling your horse, immediately forming a close and trusting bond. Wander down picturesque riversides, taking in the native flora and fauna the region has to offer. A quick dip with your horse as you cross the serene river onto an almost private and thoroughly scenic beach. Enjoy the rare opportunity of having the ocean waves crash around the horses hooves and view the spectacular coastline. An experience that is unforgettable and quintessentially New Zealand. Suits beginners and up. Duration: 1.5 hours+ CLEARVIEW ESTATE WINERY RIDE Ride along the picturesque Tukituki River to a dramatic river crossing. Pass vineyards, orchards and rural farmland; catch glimpses of Cape Kidnappers in the distance. Arrive at Clearview Winery, your destination, one hour later for a scrumptious lunch with a complimentary glass of wine. Suits beginners and up. Duration: 4 hours+

EQUESTRIAN WINE AND CHEESE ESCAPE

Embark on a captivating horseback ride through stunning scenery to a tranquil oasis where the Tukituki River meets the Pacific Ocean.  Enjoy a picnic on the shores, relaxing with Hopes Grove Organic wine, paired with a curated selection of artisanal cheeses. Our pack horse, Paddy the Pacer, is more than capable of carrying the extra weight of wine and cheese in his saddle bags! Join us for an extraordinary blend of adventure and culinary delight! Duration: 3hours, $250pp