About high country horse adventures - lake coleridge

Experience the high country on horseback ! Part day, full day and multi day trail rides including comfortable modern accomodation or rustic and remote camp accommodation. Chose from a part day or one day trail ride out of Lake Coleridge Village or a classic 3, 4 or 5 day backcountry trek through some of New Zealand's most spectacular remote high country, camping overnight in authentic musterer's huts. 

We have horses to suit all levels of rider experience, from beginner and novice to the experienced rider. If you are an experienced rider we will let you ride to your full ability.

Enjoy the spectacular Canterbury High Country - only 75 minutes drive from Christchurch - yet a world away !
Take in breathtaking views of the iconic Canterbury High Country - mountains - lakes - rivers. This is New Zealand's 'Big Sky Country' !

We have gentle horses, we match the horse to the rider and your level of riding experience and skill. 

​Lake Coleridge is Canterbury's hidden gem ! You can combine your trail ride with other activities in the area, high country walking, jet boat rides on the Rakaia River, trout and salmon fishing, 4x4 tours, golf at the nearby Terrace Downs Golf Resort or Skiing during the winter at the nearby Mt Hutt and Mt Olympus Ski-fields,  

Our Location

Our office and base are located at 1 Hart Place, Lake Coleridge Village, a pleasant 75 minute drive from Christchurch or 30 minutes from Methven. 

​Our trail rides are in the Lake Coleridge / upper Rakaia Valley area and surrounding high country.

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