Harmony with horses
Taihape, New Zealand – Great location - show map
Duration: Half Day (3 Hours)
$189
per person
9.00 am Departure Daily
1.00 pm Departure Daily
Season: October-June
Riding Ability: Any
This ride is for all abilities. It’s a good place to start if you’re new to horses. A half day adventure, honing your horsemanship skills followed by a horse ride out into the picturesque country side at River Valley.
Conditions: Minimum Age 13 Years. Weight limit 100kg. Minimum of 2 riders on a public holiday.
The Experience
A Natural Horsemanship Experience Like No Other
Harmony With Horses is a half day horse riding adventure; combining a challenge packed natural horsemanship session, followed by a freestyle ride over the spectacular Rangitikei hill country which is suitable for all abilities.
We start with building a trusting relationship between you and your horse. It does not matter if you are new to horses or they have been a part of your life forever. We work with you at the level you need to be working at.
Next we take you and your horse, who is now your partner, out into the beautiful country side of River Valley. Here you will have the opportunity to try everything you learnt beforehand. You will be riding over the hills, taking in the spectacular scenery, and if you are up for it, cantering through the fields.
*Please note, between 1st October and 5th November 2020 we are restricted on where we can ride, due to a later lambing season than normal on the farm we ride through. Therefore we will also be including some time at our horse arena, where we have set up some fun obstacles and challenges for the horses. This will still be a half day of riding but will include natural horsemanship, a ride from the stables to the arena (and back) and also some challenges in the arena.
What is Natural Horsemanship?
Natural Horsemanship is about the partnership between horse and human. At River Valley Stables our guides have spent time building this connection with the horses and working with them in a way that makes our horses feel good about their work. It is this connection between you and your horse that makes River Valley Stables unique.
What is freestyle riding?
Freestyle is a style of riding. It is not English or Western, but does have some similarities to both these disciplines. Riding Freestyle is riding in a halter, so no metal bits in the horse’s mouth. It encourages you to build a connection with your horse. It feels fun and free when you have that connection together.
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What we provide:
- Riding Boots
- Helmet
- Leather chaps
- Long oilskin riding coats for changeable weather
What to bring:
- Long pants
- Socks
- Warm top on cooler days
- Sunscreen
- Thirst for discovery
Have any questions?
Speak to one of our friendly adventure consultants who would love to help you out.
thelodge@rivervalley.co.nz / 0800 248666 / +64 6 38 8144