1 / 5Huntaway Farms Horse Trekking
π Ngawaro, Bay of Plenty
Huntaway Farms Horse Trekking at Ngawaro near Tauranga runs small-group treks (typically 4-6 riders, max 10) with host Ina. Horses are matched carefully to rider experience; chilled, low-energy horses for beginners and kids.
π Family Action Verdict
Best for families with kids comfortable on a horse, plus beginner adult riders. Reviewers consistently name Ina and call out how she pairs riders with horses suited to their level. The small-group format means everyone gets attention.
βΉοΈ What to Know Before You Go
π¬ What Families Are Saying
View all reviews β104 Google reviews
G Reviews from Google
Zina Cheney
7 months ago
βThis place is incredible. Ina was an incredible guide. Our group was mixed between advanced riders and beginners. Ina paired us with the best horses for each one of our riding levels. The horses are well mannered and very well taken care of. They love their job and know their way through the hills and jungle of New Zealand. If you go riding with Huntaway Farms, it is important to know that even though they are super accommodating, they do not offer childcare. So if you travel with children under 12, itβs best to leave them at home. Ina took great care in explaining the rules and personalities of our horses. Her instructions were helpful, especially on the trail. Ina also took time to teach us about the land we rode on. The history was interesting. We learned about the land predators, and land conservation. The scenery was so beautiful! We rode through a couple of herds of cattle. It made the entire ride very enjoyable. We were offered to trot or canter to our comfort and honestly, we didnβt want to. Because the surroundings were so beautiful, we wanted to soak in every bit of it. I highly recommend Huntaway Farms for your horse back adventure in New Zealand. Very friendly people, and very friendly horses. This is the greatest cure for boredom. Enjoy!β
Kate Beamish
6 months ago
βWhat a wonderful, soul nourishing experience! Ina is a wonderful and responsible host. She picks the appropriate horse for the riders experience and temperament. She is careful to explain what to do to ride safely and get maximum enjoyment and is constantly checking in so you know you are in safe hands whatever your level. Huntaway farms is real and wholesome. Loved the undulating landscape and our time through the bush. Loved being paired with an experienced rider and given some safe freedom to explore higher gears. Thank you Ina and Steve for sharing your paradise with us xβ
Dawn Williams
5 months ago
βI took my friend for her first horse trek yesterday for her birthday at Huntaway Farms Trekking. We had a fantastic time. I've been on a couple of treks before but my friend was a little bit nervous beforehand. Our guide Ina was brilliant. So professional and friendly, and made sure we both felt safe and relaxed on our beautiful horses. The farm and forest is stunning. Our ride was so enjoyable, I would recommend this to anyone! Thank you Ina, and familyπβ
π Commonly mentioned in Google reviews
Based on Google review tagsHorse trek
19 reviews
Horse matching
8 reviews
First time horseriding
5 reviews
Lovely horses
5 reviews
Competent rider
5 reviews
Overview
Huntaway Farms Horse Trekking is a small-group trekking operation between Tauranga and Rotorua, in the Bay of Plenty. Host Ina runs treks with typical group sizes of 4-6 riders. Riders are asked detailed questions beforehand to help match the right horse - calm, low-energy horses for nervous beginners and children, and more responsive horses for confident riders. Treks are intended as a shared family experience, not a drop-off activity, and children must ride with their parent(s) or accompanying riding adult. Due to the close supervision younger riders require, groups are limited to a maximum of 2-3 children. Bookings are essential.




