Horse Trekking Lake Okareka, Rotorua
📍 Lake Ōkareka, Bay of Plenty
Guided horse treks across Longford's Farm with panoramic Lake Okareka views, run by qualified British Horse Society instructor Lucy Playne. Treks start from age 2 with horses matched carefully to each rider's ability.
Highly recommend ! The entire experience was very smooth, from booking (including pickup) and then arriving to see the beautiful setting and horses. I did the Knoll Trek and the views were breathtaking, a lovely way to see the surroundings and a very nice team taking care of us riders. As an experienced rider I got to have fun, the horses were very well matched for all of us. Thank you to the Team for a truly special time !
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Every review awards five stars — Lucy's ability to read her riders is the common thread. Experienced guests trot and canter on request, beginners receive patient guidance, and children are matched to horses that suit their confidence. Reviewers describe the scenery as impossible to beat. The Knoll Trek is consistently called a Rotorua highlight.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Annabelle Crainic
2 months ago
“Highly recommend ! The entire experience was very smooth, from booking (including pickup) and then arriving to see the beautiful setting and horses. I did the Knoll Trek and the views were breathtaking, a lovely way to see the surroundings and a very nice team taking care of us riders. As an experienced rider I got to have fun, the horses were very well matched for all of us. Thank you to the Team for a truly special time !”
Bek Forbes
3 months ago
“Lucy is amazing!! We had a horrible experience at a different place and Lucy definitely showed us how its supposed to be done! Lucy is a true blue horse lover , horse's were so well kept and happy , beautiful farmland and spectacular views, do yourself a favour and book in with Lucy for the 1.5 hour ride *******spectacular!!!”
Joanna Barnett
11 months ago
“Fantastic experience. Booking was easy and we were welcomed warmly by Lucy and her team. We had a great day, were able to Trot and Canter as we requested. The trails are stunning, with amazing views, and the team were professional and fun. Lucy is a great leader, and running a really great business. Highly recommend 5/5.”
Marnie Devon
a year ago
“Such a fantastic morning out with Lucy and her team! Beautiful horses, who are very clearly extremely well cared for and loved, and wonderfully trained. Spectacular scenery - 10/10 can’t be beat! Well run operation providing very comfortable tack and helmets. I can’t wait to go out again next time we’re in the area!”
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Overview
Departing from 51 Acacia Road, treks cross farmland on the shores of Lake Okareka, about 20 minutes from Rotorua. Lucy holds her BHSAI certificate and brings 40 years of riding experience. Horses are described as beautifully cared for and wonderfully trained. The 1.5-hour Knoll Trek reaches elevated farmland with panoramic views. Helmets and tack are provided, wet-weather gear is available, and city pickup can be arranged.
