Small-Group Gold Discovery Horse Riding in Cardrona Valley

Highlights

Pass gold rush towns and see the famous Crown Range highway
Rides adapted to your ability: suitable for complete beginners
Personalized experience with a small group of up to six

Summary

Make your own way to Cardrona Distillery to begin your tour. After meeting your instructor, you’ll be introduced to the club’s equine residents and matched with a suitable horse – there are a variety of breeds, sizes, and temperaments to suit all levels, including first-time riders, so you’ll be sure to find the perfect partner. Then, mount up and learn the basics of stopping and steering your horse before heading out on the trails. Set out on a trail ride through the Cardrona Valley and enjoy an adventurous route, crossing streams, climbing mountain lanes, and passing traditional farms. Along the way, learn more about the region’s fascinating history, and hear tales of the 19th-century gold rush that swept the area. There will be plenty of time to pose for photos and admire the views before heading back. After safely returning to the stables and bidding your horse farewell, your tour finishes back at the Cardrona Distillery.

Tour info

Duration

2 hours

Why take this tour?

The Crown Range Road is the highest highway in New Zealand, winding through the dramatic landscapes of the Cardrona Valley. On this tour, take an alternative route and soak up the scenery from the saddle on a thrilling horseback riding adventure. Ride along forest trails and through mountain valleys, take in views of Wanaka Lake and the Crown Range, and if you’re a more experienced rider, enjoy trotting or galloping along the plains.