1 / 3Coastal Views Horse Treks
📍 Wainuiomata Coast, Wellington
Guided horse treks along the Wainuiomata coastline south of Wellington. Guides Mac, Kat, and the team hand-select horses by rider experience and confidence. Complete beginners and children are actively welcomed. Stunning coastal scenery throughout.
Yesterday was my very first horse riding lesson, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. From the moment I arrived, Mac was incredibly friendly, patient, and professional. He made me feel safe and confident, even as a complete beginner. I had always dreamed of riding a horse, and this experience exceeded all my expectations. Once I was in the saddle, I felt completely free and alive. It was one of the most amazing feelings I’ve ever experienced. It wasn’t just a lesson . It was empowering and truly special. Thank you, Mac, for making my first ride so memorable. I’m genuinely excited and already looking forward to my next lesson!
🏆 Family Action Verdict
An excellent first horse riding experience for children and nervous adult beginners. The team's careful horse-matching and patient instruction give even the most anxious riders genuine confidence in the saddle. The Wainuiomata coastal setting makes the ride visually memorable from start to finish.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Carol Tiong
a month ago
“Yesterday was my very first horse riding lesson, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. From the moment I arrived, Mac was incredibly friendly, patient, and professional. He made me feel safe and confident, even as a complete beginner. I had always dreamed of riding a horse, and this experience exceeded all my expectations. Once I was in the saddle, I felt completely free and alive. It was one of the most amazing feelings I’ve ever experienced. It wasn’t just a lesson . It was empowering and truly special. Thank you, Mac, for making my first ride so memorable. I’m genuinely excited and already looking forward to my next lesson!”
Rakesh M
a month ago
“Such a beautiful experience at Coastal View Horse Treks, Wainuiomata. The scenery was stunning and the guide was kind, patient, and made the ride feel really special. I rode Molly, who was incredibly gentle and friendly 🐴. You can tell the horses are well loved and cared for. Highly recommend — such a peaceful and memorable ride.”
Tania Walklin
2 months ago
“Highly recommend. Kid friendly. Plenty of horses which they hand select to suit the rider depending on their ability to ride horses. Most of all a great team out there today. Thanks to everyone, Mac, Kat and arohamai I forgot the other manuals name. Bring your whole whanau out and enjoy the ride. We'll be back.”
Aroha Pukeroa
3 months ago
“We had an amazing day here. We are here for a week from the Far North/Hokianga and booked a trek at short notice. The team were amazing, chill and very knowledgeable. The weather was perfect for us and the setting was stunning. Thanks so much and we hope to visit again.”
Reviews from Google
Overview
Coastal Views Horse Treks runs guided rides along the Wainuiomata coastline, matching each rider to a horse based on their experience and confidence level. Guides Mac, Kat, and the crew are consistently praised for patient, professional instruction that puts first-timers at ease from the first moment. Horses including Molly are described as gentle and clearly well-loved. The coastal scenery is a highlight across nearly every review.
