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Horse Trek - 1 Hour Waimak River Horse Trek
Set amongst stunning riverside scenery, Waimak River Riding Centre offers a safe and enjoyable riding experience for all abilities!
Highlights
- Take in the beautiful scenery of the countryside on horseback
- Suitable for all riding abilities
- Fun for the whole family
- Only a 15 minute drive from central Christchurch
Waimak River Riding Centre Limited is a professionally run operation with safety at a high standard and is the closest horse trek business to Christchurch city.
Located within the Christchurch City limits you can be forgiven for thinking you are in the middle of nowhere. The lower reaches of the Waimakariri River are noted for their large braided river beds, bird colonies and stunning glacial blue waters!
Our trails take you past the patchwork paddocks and hedge windbreaks typical of the Canterbury plains, through the lush foliage of the woodlands next to the river and out onto the expansive river bed. With the river permitting we will guide you through the crystal clear waters where we can water the horses and enjoy the unique sensation of river crossing on horseback.
You can take this all in from the back of your trusty mount, especially chosen for your level of riding ability to ensure a safe and exciting experience. Choose the pace that suits you and soak up the stunning scenery and great riding spaces along the Waimakariri River.
Our experienced guides will lead the way through this beautiful area and take photo's along the way which we can send to your email address! Children are very welcome. Why not bring the whole family!
Looking for a longer ride? Check out the 2 Hour Waimak River Horse Trek!
Authenticated Reviews & Photos All of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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Mable Mathew from New Zealand wrote on 27 May 2024
Great experience!!
Great for beginner’s
Aliar from New Zealand wrote on 17 May 2024
Great
Fantastic experience.
granild from New Zealand wrote on 27 August 2024
Rude and arrogant owner
Owner called to reschedule twice, had to reschedule whole trip due to this. The day for the trek finally comes and the owner sends a text about how staff is sick and need to reschedule and asks if she can call later. She does not call neither does she answer her call and when she finally did told me that the staff is sick and there's not enough time for her to contact everyone. Also ends the conversation by saying the only option is a refund but let's see if i do actually get my refund. Horrible
marism from New Zealand wrote on 14 May 2024
Great experience, beautiful surroundings
It was totally worthy and I recommend to anyone looking for a different experience in Christchurch. Easy to get there, beautiful horses and great guides. The surroundings are always so beautiful!
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Tahira Appadoo from Australia wrote on 26 June 2024
Great experience
Lovely guide, who gave us a little background on the horses and the area. Would have loved more time along the river, but it takes time to get to and from the river, so I understand that that time has to be taken into consideration.