Gills Creek Horse Trek - 2 Hrs - Ben Lomond Horse Treks

Take our beautiful horses out for a trek through the scenic valley's of Gills Creek, just 20 minutes from central Queenstown.

Take our beautiful horses out for a trek through the scenic valley's of Gills Creek, just 20 minutes from central Queenstown.

Highlights

  • Perfect for couples, families and older children
  • Spend more time exploring the Gill Creek Track and farm surrounds
  • Plenty of fresh water river and stream crossings before reaching the beautiful Moke Lake
  • Friendly horses and experienced guides who will make sure you get the most out of your trip
  • Stunning photo opportunities throughout the entire trek!

Spend two hours exploring Gill Creek Track by horseback, located on stunning Queenstown farmland.

Introduce yourself to our friendly horses and head into the valley, historically known as Old Gold Mining Country.

Throughout the ride you will be surrounded by breathtaking scenery at every turn, from the farm flats and valley's to the mountains and rivers that flow down from the peaks. At the end of the track, we visit the picturesque Moke lake. Very few get to experience the beauty of this very special area.

The track offers variable terrain down the valley, with plenty of river crossings, small climbs and flats on the open farmland.

This trek can accomodate all levels of experience and is perfect for couples or families with older children.

All riders will be made to feel safe and supported.

Remember to pack a camera, the photos taken on this tour are stunners!

Per person $130.00

What's included

  • Complimentary return transfers (if required).
  • Briefings and riding demonstration.
  • Experienced and supportive guide.
  • Helmets, riding and safety gear.

Duration

  • Allow approximately 3 hours for the whole experience

Location

Restrictions

  • Minimum age 8 years old..

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • Extras: You may book a private trek for an extra $40 per rider, this can be purchased as you proceed through checkout.

    Transfers: We offer complimentary return transfers (if required) from The Station Information Building in Central Queenstown (corner of Shotover Street and Camp Street) to the stables.

    Location: We are situated at Moke Lake, approximately 20 minutes drive from Queenstown.

  • Please note we have a strict weight limit of 95kg for the health and wellbeing of our horses. Staff will weigh all riders before the ride, if your weight exceeds our limit on the day you will not be permitted to attempt the ride and no refund will be given.

    During the busy season, it is recommended that you self drive in order to spend that little bit of extra time with our horses.

    When planning your trek allow for a total of 3 hours for transport, registration, introductions to your horse and riding demonstration.

    Refund policy:

    For all treks cancelled within 24h no refund will be given.

    For all the treks cancelled with more than 24h notice a full refund will be given.

    For all the treks cancelled on our behalf due to enforceable events a full refund will be given.

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10:00 a.m.Thursday 13 July

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