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Horse Trek - 2 Hour River Trail Trek - Rubicon Valley Horse Treks
Rubicon Valley Horse Treks is your pathway to the spectacular foothills and Mountains of Canterbury and only 50 minutes from Christchurch city.
Join us on a trek. Traverse across Rubicon Farm, a 2000 acre high country sheep farm situated in Kowai Bush, Springfield. The farm, a mixture of flat river terraces and rolling hills running alongside the magnificient Waimakariri River Canyon, with the back drop of the snow capped Mt Torlesse. The perfect place for an adventurous horse trek that beginners and experienced riders will enjoy. Spectacular scenery at every turn with ancient beach trees, native birds and over 2500 sheep.
Choose from a one, two or three hour horse trek or for the more adventurous we have full day treks available.
All groups are small, so you get personal care and attention.
All of our horses at Rubicon are fully trained for beginner riders but are also fantastic for the more experienced rider allowing great opportunities for a trot or canter.
Join us for an adventurous activity that the whole family will enjoy.
What you need to bring:
Long trousers (Jeans ok) Suitable sturdy footwear ( Sandshoes/running shoes ok ) Your camera
Equipment supplied: Dryasbone jackets (wet weather jackets) Safety helmets
Departure
Self Drive to Rubicon - Please allow 50 minutes from Christchurch Central to Rubicon Farm to arrive on time for your ride.
Important Information
Please include the following information on your booking form. Each riders level of riding experience Riders height.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled trek time.
Check out Trip Advisor for more information about Christchurch horse trekking and Rubicon Valley Horse Treks.
Rubicon Valley Horse Treks are located at 534 Rubicon Road Kowai Bush RD Springfield 8170
Price : Adult $98
Authenticated Reviews & Photos All of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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Roman Prazak from New Zealand wrote on 04 October 2016
Great experience
Spent awesome 2hrs riding really calm horse over beautiful landscape. Had hot chocolate and scone on break with breathtaking view.. One of the best experience. Thanks Chris and Abby.
Kayla Barnes from New Zealand wrote on 04 August 2016
Amazing!
Such a worthwhile experience ., horses have a beautiful temperament and the scenery is breathtaking! Will definitely be back !
Fiona Anderson from New Zealand wrote on 11 July 2016
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Meg. from New Zealand wrote on 07 July 2016
Spectacular
We had a fab time on our horse trek. The horses are really under control and I loved how we were taught how to trot. I was a complete beginner (had never ridden before in my life), and I felt super safe on the horse the whole time. Nugget was beautiful and all the other horses were well taken care of. I really enjoyed the stop with the cup of tea and the scones mid way through the trek. Good mix of terrains and fun for everyone. AMAZING scenery!
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Nicola from United Kingdom wrote on 24 November 2016
Superb: well-trained horses, fabulous scenery
Enjoyed a superb 2 hour trek amidst stunning scenery. As a rusty rider, I really appreciated Chris' ability to cater for all levels with his horses. Total beginners can walk safely and those that want to can canter across the paddocks. Would return in a heartbeat.