Whether you're completely new to horse riding or have ridden before, we offer relaxed and scenic experiences to suit all confidence levels.
We do not have a strict age limit for our treks.
Participation is based on confidence rather than age — some younger riders are ready for hill tracks, while some adults prefer to stay on flat ground.
Our team will always help match riders with the experience that feels right for them.
Five Minute Arena Ride - $20
Perfect for very young riders or first-timers.
This short ride takes place in our arena and is a great introduction to being on a horse in a calm, controlled environment.
Ideal for:
• younger children
• nervous first-time riders
• those wanting a gentle experience
15 Minute Mini Farm Trek - $35
Our 15 minute trek stays on flat ground and is ideal for:
• younger riders
• nervous riders
• families wanting a relaxed experience
This is a great step up from the arena ride while still remaining calm and confidence-building.
30 Minute Scenic Trek - $69
This trek includes gentle hills and varied terrain, giving riders a more immersive outdoor experience.
On the return ride, you’ll enjoy a beautiful view over Lake Rotorua including Mokoia Island — a real highlight of this experience.
If a rider is very young or nervous, we can adapt this trek to stay on flat ground, some people do find the hills a bit challenging.
This makes it a flexible option for mixed groups or those building confidence.
While our 30 minute trek has an amazing view of the lake as we walk back down, there is no opportunity to stop to get photos of everyone with the lake behind. You will be able to take photos as you ride so long as you can maintain control of your horse. If you would like a proper photo opportunity, then the one hour trek is the better option.
1 Hour Scenic Trek
Our one-hour trek takes you further up the hill to our scenic lookout.
At the top, we stop to allow riders to enjoy the view — and there is a photo opportunity for those who would like pictures taken with the lake behind them. This trek has more time to stop and has a good flat area where we can stop and position the horses for a photo and the guide will take photos of you if you want. Make sure you have your phone or camera ready!
This trek includes both flat tracks and hills.
Trek Information
All of our treks are suitable for beginners, however we do occasionally get people who find the hills a bit challenging and don't want to go up them. While we try our best to accommodate every rider, it may not always be possible if it is a busy day and there are other customers on the trek who are expecting to go up to the lookout. If you think that someone in the group may be too nervous to go up the hills, then please let us know beforehand and we can discuss options with you and be prepared that we may need to change the route.