Horse Riding - Ben Lomond Trekking
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Wonderful experience
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Must to do in Queenstown!
Beautiful environment! Excellent service!
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Friendly & helpful. Could make suggestions where needed.
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Nice instructors. Good range of horse. Neat track with a pretty good variety of grounds, eg, streams, grass, track.
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Thank you so much for your feedback. We really appreciate you taking the time to tell us about your great experience. We hope you had a great time in Queenstown! All the best & stay safe!
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The 2 staffs I had talked to were very attentive. They tried their best to find last minute activities for us. I would highly recommend this company.
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We had a wonderful time on the horse. This trail is very beautiful. The staffs are very friendly and attentive. They treat their horses very well. All the horses are very beautiful and clean.
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Thank you so much for your feedback. We really appreciate you taking the time to tell us about your great experience. We hope you are having a great time in Queenstown! Please let us know if you need recommendations for other trips around New Zealand.
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Really went out of their way to reschedule an activity because teh weather had caused it to be cancelled.
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Helpful, and straight on the horses and away. No messing around !!
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It was great thank you,
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it was very good apart from some missed communication.
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Quick follow up when unsuccessful bookings were encountered, alternatives offered and refund processed very quickly.
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Awesome guide and everything well organized. Easy to book and check in. Very clear instructions.
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Had to change to Walter Peak because there weren’t any openings at the time we needed.
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well organised
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The experienced rider and even the less experienced would have liked to do more than walk. Consensus was "bit boring" and they wouldn't do it again. Guide could have asked what their expectations were.
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Anna gave us a very nice 2.5 hour horse trek. We were lucky for it to be just the two of us with her.
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All good. Easy transaction with no problems
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Very responsive, and give me very good advice.
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A very good experience. Wish to take a 2 hour ride instead of 1 hour! Will definitely join again if I revisit Queenstown!
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Friendly and helpful. Everything went smoothly and without any hiccups. Highly recommended!
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Beautiful countryside, lively horses and friendly guide. Thank you for a great experience!
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The teams are super friendly and passionate about what they love doing.
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Lovely horse ride however felt like I rode around in a circle. The scenery was stunning, such a beautiful farm.
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The only problem that occurred was when I went to confirm our booking the day before as requested by the paperwork supplied,they had no knowledge of my booking and had to give all the details again. Which I found very frustrating and disappointing.
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Easy to book online, easy to change by phone
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Our boys loved the horseriding and the horses were great and well looked after. A trot or canter would have been a great option for the more experienced like myself.
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they were amazing. will definitely come back.
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omg the horse back riding was amazing and the girls there are so lovely. i will definitely be coming back next time im in queenstown
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Trouble free experience.
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Our guide Christy was great. The operator is safety conscious but not overly so. The scenery was breath taking. We thoroughly enjoyed our ride.
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There were no issues at all with Everything Travel Group, I would be happy to use them again.
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The horse trekking experience was brilliant, our group had a great time. Our guide was excellent. I will certainly be recommending this to friends and family.
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Very easy to use.
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Wonderful experience! Katie my guide was very knowledgeable about the area and extremely friendly. My ride was perfect for experienced riders with plenty of opportunities to get out of a walk and canter along the trail. Beautiful scenery through out the ride. Overall a wonderful morning! Horses were very well cared for and all staff pleasant.
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Easy to use and organise.
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Beautiful scenery. Enjoyable, relaxing ride.
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Service was good - they even sent us back to the hotel.
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But make sure the weather is right. These people are great and friendly. Nothing to worry ..... amazing ride
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Great!
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Amazing! Beautiful views, great customer service, loved it all.
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Very professional and helpful.
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Limited a little as there was a very small child in the group
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Very helpful
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Mis informed staff caused me to lose full payment for this activity. Myself and 4 children very disappointed!
Reply from Everything Travel Group
Hi Sally. Thanks again for your feedback and I'm so sorry to hear that you missed out on doing your horse ride in Queenstown. That must have been very disappointing. I have spoken with the management at Ben Lomond Horse Treks. The ride did go ahead however I believe you did not have any appropriate clothing for the conditions and therefore chose not to participate on the ride. If the weather was bad enough then the ride would have been cancelled and you would have been given the opportunity to reschedule or receive a full refund. I'm sorry that you weren't told to bring rain jackets and warm clothes the night before when you rang up to reconfirm your booking & I'll make sure that the staff in future inform customers to wear appropriate clothing to suit the conditions. Thanks again for taking the time to comment.
Callum Goodall
Everything Travel Group
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I had riden a horse only once before so I was a little nervous... ok, a lot nervous about riding a horse again! Sensing my anxiety, Gail and Hope, the incredibly patient, knowledgable and friendly guides, gave me some quick pointers and selected a mild mannered and obedient horse for me by the name of Charlie. We walked, trotted and even cantered for about 2 hours through some amazing scenery with waterfalls, canyons and about 20 or so river crossings. Ok, it's safe to say I didn't quite master the trot but even so, our small group of 5 had an amazing time. I can't ever remember laughing so much as an adult!
Suggestions: Great for experienced riders who want to go hard and also perfect for beginners who'd prefer a leisurely walk and need a little coaching and reassurance. If you're a guy then I'd suggest not planning anything too strenous for the day after, unless of course, unlike me, you figure out how to trot!
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Latest Questions about Horse Riding - Ben Lomond Trekking
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mein Partner und ich bereisen ab dem 07.04.2023 die Südinsel in Neuseeland.
Lange habe ich das Dressur Reiten verfolgt und habe auch einige Turniere als Jugendliche besucht - ein großer Traum ist es daher, in solch einer Natur an einem Ausritt teilzunehmen. Wie läuft ein solcher geführter Ausritt ab und wie viel kostet dieser?
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Hello, I would like to know about this longer ride. I will be in queenstown between the 3rd and 5th of February. Could you send me prices and availability. I am alone to take this tour.
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Are there any availabilities for 2 adults- beginners, before 13th Jan?
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Hi, We are in Queenstown over new year and really keen to do a horse trek. Do you have any availability on the 1st or 2nd of Jan? Family of 4 with a 6 and 10yr old. Many thanks, Fiona
Hi there, I am looking to book the Moke Lake or Gills Creek Horse trek for Tuesday 11th January in the afternoon around 12pm for a group of 9 people. Could you please let me know how I can book this and whats the best price we can get for this.
Regards,
Friyan
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Thanks so much for your enquiry regarding the Ben Lomond Horse Trekking for 11th January. Unfortunately, this tour is unavailable for the foreseeable future (hopefully returning once until international borders reopen!).
Are there any horse riding treks in August
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Hi Laura, thank you for your question about the Horse Riding - Ben Lomond Trekking. This Winter they are not operating until the start of October.
hi. would it be possible to do the gills creek two hour ride as a private ride on saturday 25th April? do you provide a shuttle service from town or do need to find my own way to the stables?
thanks
What is the minimum age for a child to ride together with an adult? My youngest will be 3 years and 5 months old when we visit Queenstown. Can he ride together with an adult?
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The minimum age is 5yo. For safety reason only one person per horse at all times.
I would like to request for a ride for experienced rider. Do you allow for single booking?
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Heya. Yes absolutely you can make bookings for single riders no problem . There trips always have at least a few people on them :)
Hi there,
Would there be an opportunity to trot or canter for the more experienced riders during the Moke Lake Trek?
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Heya, They have been known to trot when there is a group of more experienced riders together.
We recommend to book a private tour to make sure you will be able to go faster. Otherwise we always go to the pace of the lowest ability in the group to ensure everybody is safe at all times.
Hiya,
I'm looking to book the Moke Lake trek and I just wanted to check if any part of the trek is particularly elevated as one of our party is not good with heights.
Thanks!
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Heya, The moke lake trek is a flat walk for beginners so it will be fine for someone who is scared of heights, regarding they dont mind being high up on a horse!
We would like to book a private ride as we are all experienced riders but my husband weighs 225-227 pounds
Is that a problem?
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I have spoken with the horse riding guides and the maximum weight restriction for the Ben Lomond horse rides in Queenstown is normally 100kg (220lbs) but if you book the Moke Lake ride during which the horses only walk (no trotting or cantering) then they can take up to 110kg (240lbs).
Ref : Moke Lake 1.5 hours in the saddle.
Q1.-Can this be booked for an p.m.departure and if so what would pick up time be from Novotel Lakeside?
Q.2 - How far are you located from Queenstown?
I will be on a coach tour visiting Queenstown 20th. February and would like to try and fit this ride in if possible.
Many thanks
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Yes the Moke Lake horse ride in Queenstown has 3 departures daily at 9am, 12pm and 3pm. Pick up is from outside the Station building in the centre of town. The ride is in Moke Lake which is about 25 minutes out of Queenstown on the lake road to Glenorchy. Return transfers are included. The views are spectacular.
Is their are a weight limit?
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Hi Chaun. There is a maximum weight limit of 100kg on the Ben Lomond horse riding in Queenstown.
do you have to be an experienced rider
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Hi Simone. No you do not have to be an experienced rider to do one of the Ben Lomond horse treks in Queenstown. People of all abilities and ages are welcome to go riding and when you book online we ask for your riding ability so we can organise a horse best suited to your needs.
Hi there, do u guys accept American Express? Thanks
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Hi Fernanda. Yes we do accept American Express, Visa and Mastercard for the Ben Lomond horse trekking and all other activities in Queenstown and do not charge any credit card or booking fees.
Hello, could you please confirm if rain jackets are supplied on your horse trek?
Thankyou
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Hi Mark,
Yes Ben Lomond Horse Trekking have rain coats which will keep you nice and dry.
Hi do you transport from queenstown?
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Hi Rachael. Yes free transfers to and from Queenstown are included when you book a horse trek with Ben Lomond horses.
Hi, we are planning a trip over Easter and would like to know what is the minimum age for kids to ride accompanied by an adult (for an extra $10 as mentioned in your website)?
Thanks
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Hi Aino, the leading by one of the guides for an additional $10 on the child price is generally done for those that are aged between 4-6 who aren't confident or stable enough to ride on their own.
How far are you from Queenstown and do you have any self drive prices?
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Hi Jane, Ben Lomond Trekking is about a 10-15 minute drive from central Queenstown. There are no self drive prices for their rides.
I would lke a gift voucher for 2 people redemable end of january /beginning of February 2014. I want this as Xmas present.Can you send voucher online.
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Hi Karen. Yes yo can book an open dated gift voucher for horse riding in Queenstown. Simply click on the 'Book Now" button at the top or bottom of this page, then check the 'I want this to be an open dated gift voucher' button. You can then book & pay for an instant gift voucher valid for 12 months that we will email straight back to you.
what kind of saddle to you use...english or american western?
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Hi Joe, english saddles are used at Ben Lomond Trekking.
Hi I am wondering if your Mote Lake trek is suitable for an 8 year old girl (I will be there too) with no riding exerience? What would the cost of this be for the 2 of us? Is the trek available nov 3?
Thanks
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Hi Karl, yes the Moke Lake ride is suitable for your 8 year old with no riding experience. The cost is $80 per adult and $70 per child. Ben Lomond Trekking is scheduled to start again as of November 1 so yes the 3rd November is available to book.
Hi!
I have visited the website http://nzhorsetreks.co.nz/bookings-and-enquiries
It says that it is closed in early June (7/6). But I am able to book via this website.
I would like to clarify whether it is opened or not. If it is, it would be great news. 4 of us from Singapore would be delighted to book your horses =)
If you are open, I would like to book immediately.
thank you
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Hi Maryamn, unfortunately Ben Lomond Horse Riding have just decided they will no longer operate during the winter with their last trek taking place 31st May. The site now reflects this.
Hi Maryamn, unfortunately Ben Lomond Horse Riding have just decided they will no longer operate during the winter with their last trek taking place 31st May. The site now reflects this.
I am planning to join the 6.30pm Moke Lake ride on the coming 7Apr.But I cannot see this is an available time slot from the company website. Thus, can I confirm this time slot is available?
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Hi Kevin. Daylight savings is finishing in New Zealand at the end of March so it will be getting darker an hour earlier which means the evening Moke Lake horse ride with Ben Lomond Horse Trekking will change from 6.30pm to approximately 5.30pm. If you book the 6.30pm departure time on our website then we will make sure we let you know exactly what time the pick up will be.
Hi there, we are coming down for holiday and would like to participate in your moke lake trek, we will not have a vehicle so we were wondering when pick up and drop offs were? Would we need to spend the day at your facility or do you have regular trips to queenstown? We will be staying at the heritage hotel
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Hi Samantha. Ben Lomond Horse Trekking pick up and drop off from outside the Station Building which is in central Queenstown. It is located on the corner of Shotover St and Camp St which is 2km down the road from the Heritage Hotel Queenstown.
I am an experienced rider and have my own horse. Which trek would you recommend I go on at Ben Lomond Trekking when I am in Queenstown.
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Hi Stacey, the trek options at Ben Lomond Trekking in Queenstown cater to all riding abilities. You will be given a horse matched to your ability and given the option to have a gallop etc where possible. I would recommend going on the Ride into the Past trek as it is the longer of the three options (3 hours).
Do all the rides have river crossings?
Hi Lucy, yes there are river crossings in all the Ben Lomond treks. There are up to 15 in the McConachies Creek ride and both the Moke Lake and Ride into the Past treks have a number of river crossings as well.
I have never been horse riding before, are any of these trips suitable for beginners?
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Hi Anthony. Ben Lomond horse trekking caters for both beginners and experienced riders. The guides will select suitable horses for each rider depending on your size and riding ability . I would recommend the Moke Lake ride over the other two options though as you spend 1.5 hours in the saddle which is plenty of time for a beginner. The other 2 ride options are a bit longer in duration and may be a bit too long in the saddle, especially for guys!
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Thank you so much for your feedback. We really appreciate you taking the time to tell us about your great experience. We are glad that you had an amazing time in Queenstown & we hope to see you here soon again. All the best!
Posted 10-Jan-2021