Otago horse treks

Te Taunga Adventures/Catlins Horse Riding offers "Personalised Horse Riding to suit you".

Horse riding at Te Taunga Adventures is based on "Te Taunga", a 1630 acre/660 hectare certified organic sheep and beef farm located in the Catlins, 30kms south of Balclutha overlooking the Pacific Ocean, making it a great location for experiencing the coastal Catlins on horseback.

We offer farm, forest and beach riding with spectacular views over farmland and native forest both inland & overlooking the coast. You can enjoy a personalized service, riding in small groups with the opportunity to ride among farm animals, through our native QEII forest full of bird life and along pristine sandy beaches to play in the surf or view the sea lions.

Our emphasis is on safety and enjoyment, in an atmosphere of great fun. We cater for almost anyone - individuals, couples, families, small groups, anyone with an adventurous nature, love of the outdoors, animals and natural beauty that the Catlins has to offer.

We have a wide range of horse riding options available, catering for the complete beginner to experienced rider, with rides from 1 hour. All rides are tailored to suit your level of adventure and experience, from relaxed to exhilarating - you decide or choose one of our regular 1, 2, or 3 hour rides.

We take pride in helping YOU get the Horse Riding Adventure YOU want!

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We offer a variety of activities, including horse trekking from 1.5 hours to 3 hours, riding instruction and pony parties.

N.Z.Q.A. lessons and riding instruction for all levels.

Students can be credited with NZQA Units leading to a National Certificate in Equine Introductory Level 2.

Students may also be accredited A.T.T.T.O National Certificate in Adventure Tourism with strands in Horse Trek Guiding, leading to a career in this area.

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Small personalised and friendly rides over farmland and tussock country. Wonderful views ranging from the mountain to the sea. Rides vary in length to suit you.

We accommodate riders of all abilities and experience. Beginner and novice riders can be confident in the knowledge they will be riding a quiet, reliable horse within a small, personalised tour group with an experienced trekking guide. Experienced riders are welcome to bring their own horses, and since the farm is spread over an impressive 1583 hectares there is plenty of scope for experienced and novice riders to enjoy a wonderful day of horse riding.

We also provide a "horse experience" for those who have not ridden before. Time to learn and enjoy your horse

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