Horse Riding in New Zealand
New Zealand's stunning landscapes make horse riding an unforgettable family experience. Riding centres offer pony rides for young children, lessons for beginners and scenic trail rides through beautiful countryside.
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Horse Riding across New Zealand
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Pleasant View Equestrian
π Tauwhare, Waikato
Hitch-a-ride trail rides across 650-hectare Waikato farmland.
Maris Equestrian
π Templeton, Canterbury
Riding lessons for kids 4+ in Templeton β beginners welcomed by Nicole.
Sparkles & Unicorns Pony Parties
π Pyes Pa, Bay of Plenty
Pony parties at a private property in Pyes Pa, hosted by Julie.
Mariska Lochead - Equestrian services & trekking
π Spencerville, Canterbury
Beginner-friendly horse trekking through Spencerville forest and beach.
Korohe Horse Treks
π TΕ«rangi, Waikato
Family-run horse treks near TΕ«rangi β pine forests, rivers, and swims.
Mountain Horses Outfitters (former Pukatea Horse Trekking)
π Hanmer Springs, Canterbury
Wilderness horse trekking in St James Conservation Area, near Hanmer Springs.
ITI GGS Miniature Horses and Cart
π Kaukapakapa, Auckland
Mobile pony parties and cart rides β they bring the ponies to you.
Coastal Riding Whangarei Heads
π Taiharuru, Northland
Small-group horse rides through bush and coast at WhangΔrei Heads.
Heaven on Horseback
π Haruru, Northland
Multi-day riding holidays in the Bay of Islands with Jane Kennedy.
Golden Hills Equestrian Centre
π Enner Glynn, Nelson
Scenic hill farm rides above Nelson with kind, well-trained horses.
Falling Creek Ranch
π RD12, Manawatu-Wanganui
Family-run horse-riding ranch near Whanganui β lessons, treks, camps.
Ridesmart Equestrian Centre
π Auckland
Riding lessons in Karaka with Angie β ground-up horsemanship focus.
Horsemtrails Tongariro
π Εwhango, Manawatu-Wanganui
Wilderness horse trekking near Tongariro National Park with guide Hone.
Smitty's Ridge horse trekking
π Glen Murray, Waikato
Horse trekking through hills and bush in Glen Murray β beginners welcome.
Pongarosa Equestrian Centre
π Puni, Waikato
Equestrian centre in Puni β coaching plus low-key events for all levels.
High Country Horse Adventures - Lake Coleridge
π Lake Coleridge, Canterbury
High-country horse trekking from Lake Coleridge β day rides and multi-day treks.
Auburndale Horse Riding
π Lincoln, Canterbury
Lovely ponies and excellent teaching for young riders.
Bay Of Plenty Horse Adventures
π Pukehina, Bay of Plenty
Beach and farm horse rides at Pukehina Beach β beginners welcome.
Brookby Equestrian Park Ltd
π Brookby, Auckland
Professional equestrian facility for horse owners and boarding.
Horse Riding Warkworth
π Dome Forest, Auckland
Trail rides through Dome Forest near Warkworth β beginners welcome.
Sandstone Equestrian Centre
π WaitΔkere, Auckland
Professional equestrian arena for serious young riders and jumping.
Sonshine Ranch Outdoor Adventure Centre
π Clevedon, Auckland
Outdoor adventure centre at Clevedon β horse riding, flying fox, archery, accommodation.
Huntaway Farms Horse Trekking
π Ngawaro, Bay of Plenty
Small-group horse trekking near Tauranga with host Ina.
Rubicon Valley Horse Treks
π Springfield, Canterbury
High-country horse treks at Springfield with veteran guide Chris Lowe.