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Horse Riding

Gladstone horse treks

📍 Admiral Hill, Wellington

★4.9(34 Google reviews)đŸ‘ļ5+

Gladstone Horse Treks runs guided rides across mixed flat and hill terrain at Admiral Hill. Friendly horses suit complete beginners. Rides range from one hour to three hours for experienced riders. Parking on-site.

✓ beginner friendly✓ mixed terrain✓ patient guides✓ gentle horses✓ scenic rides✓ 1-3 hour options
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★★★★★Featured review by Christa Korebrits

Great place for a horseride. Friendly guides, reliable horses and lovely scenery to ride through.

🏆 Family Action Verdict

A strong choice for families where some members are first-time riders. The beginner-friendly horses and patient guides give nervous riders real confidence, and the longer route options mean experienced family members get a genuinely challenging ride on the same trip.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Book the longer route if anyone in the group has prior experience — the mixed terrain rewards it
⏰Wear long trousers and sturdy closed-toe shoes for all rides
đŸŽŸī¸Mention any riding experience or nervousness when booking so Charlotte can match horses appropriately

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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4.9
★★★★★

34 Google reviews

Patient knowledgeable guides35%
Gentle well-trained horses35%
Beautiful scenery20%
Options for all skill levels10%
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Christa Korebrits

3 months ago

★★★★★

“Great place for a horseride. Friendly guides, reliable horses and lovely scenery to ride through.”

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lammie lamason

6 months ago

★★★★★

“What a great day out! Loved every second of it. It was everything I thought it would be. Great advise from the owner pre mounting. My horse was called Buddy. So layed back. Real sweetie. Will definitely do this again.”

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Lisa Steel

2 years ago

★★★★★

“We had a wonderful time with Charlotte. A fantastic guide. The horses are lovely and the trek is beautiful. Buddy is a nice gentle ride, love him. Highly recommend Gladstone horse treks. Thank you Charlotte.”

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Verity Hazlett

9 months ago

★★★★★

“We had a lovely time with Charlotte. The horses were gorgeous and perfect for us beginners! We would definitely come back again!”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Gladstone Horse Treks offers guided rides across a track combining flat ground and hillside terrain at Admiral Hill. Guide Charlotte receives consistent praise for her calm, knowledgeable approach with first-timers. Horses including the popular Buddy are described as gentle and well-trained. Beginner riders take one-hour rides; experienced riders can book two-to-three-hour routes with more demanding terrain.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday10:00 – 17:00
Tuesday10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday10:00 – 17:00
Thursday10:00 – 17:00
Friday10:00 – 17:00
Saturday10:00 – 17:00
Sunday10:00 – 17:00