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Horseback riding tours
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Intro to Australia
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Comboyne Plateau and Beach Ride
NSW
Australia
It is the aim to provide a quality equestrian experience on well trained and
cared for horses, for capable and assured riders from around the world. The
horse quality and special training sets the pace of this ride with long
trots and canters.
From a secluded equestrian farm on idyllic property in the upper reaches
of the Lorne Valley, this week long program offers riding through stunning
forest and farmland combined with excellent food and top service.
During the week we ride through the diverse landscape of Australia’s New
South Wales Mid North Coast there will be lots of opportunity to see
wildlife in their beautiful natural habitat. We follow quiet little trails,
4WD tracks and fire trails through 20.000 hectares (50,000 acres) of state
forest with pockets of rain forests, eucalyptus forests, waterfalls, creek
crossings, and historic timber railway lines. Climb up and descend along
steep ridges, then pass through rolling Australian farmland.
Visits to a local winery, cafes and a Macadamia Farm to taste the unique
products from this region are featured, before riding along the Pacific
Ocean on miles of long deserted beaches. We will climb up to the Comboyne
Plateau, an elevated farming region of green rolling hills with
breath-taking views out to the Pacific Ocean- don’t forget to bring a
camera! In the evenings refresh yourself with a swim in the pool, then
relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the view from the veranda of your
private cottage or share drinks and stories with fellow riders in the large
communal area of the lodge, where guests and tour guides have dinner
together. A delicious meal with complimentary wine and coffee will be served
beside a crackling log fire in the cooler months or in summer alfresco on
the veranda. The riders will retire to the comfort of beautiful bedrooms and
awake the next morning to a leisurely country breakfast.
The Horse Treks Philosophy...
Every precaution is taken to ensure the comfort and safety of both horse and
rider. Welcoming Australian hospitality, comfortable, quality accommodation
and meals await you following your day of horse riding through magnificent
Australian countryside - an opportunity not to be missed.
The center caters for small groups of up to four riders. Your host and guide
is fluent in English, German and Dutch.
Center-based ride
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Meeting:
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Kendall
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Airport:
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Port Macquarie
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Transfer:
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Pick up: Port Maquarrie at 5:15pm or Kendall train station at 6:15pm
Drop off: Kendall in time for 9:00 AM train or Port Maquarrie airport at 11:00 am.
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Riders:
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2 riders
Max
4 riders
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Trip Brochure (PDF)
Trip Rating
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Rates and Dates for 2018
Rates include*:
Centre Based - Country & Coast Ride:
6 nights accommodation in private cabin (double/twin available) or lodge room (single/double/twin available), most with private bathroom facilities, all meals with wine at dinner, 5 horseback riding days.
Helmets and chaps can be provided!
A | 2018 | 7 day Center based trip, AP- Country & Coast Ride | 7d / 6n | $2145 | $1590 |
B | 2018 | 7 day Center based trip, AP- Trek & Beach Ride | 7d / 6n | $2445 | $1810 |
* prices are per person based on double/twin occupancy
Rates Note:
If only 1 rider signs up for the Progressive Trail, then we will substitute with the Center Based Ride.
Transfer and Other Charges:
2018
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Transfer included from Kendall train station or Port Macquarie airport at set times
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$
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$0
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2018
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Small group supplement (1 rider only)
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$
440
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$325
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2018
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Transfers outside schedule -- by request ~ (per trip)
This is a "Group Rate"
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$
150
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$110
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Port Macquarie airport transfer
Pick up around 5:15 PM (meeting flights arriving between 4.30 - 5:30 pm from Sydney).
Kendall train station
Pick up 6:15 PM (meeting train from Sydney).
(book train tickets on www.countrylink.info)
Departure: Port Macquarie airport drop mid-morning (suits flights departing after 11:00am) -- earlier transfers on request
Kendall train station: 9am for train to Sydney
Tour Dates for 2018
Check here for details and availability
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A |
2018
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02/23
- 03/01
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Expired
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B |
2018
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02/23
- 03/01
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Expired
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B |
2018
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03/08
- 03/14
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Expired
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A |
2018
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03/08
- 03/14
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Expired
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A |
2018
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03/22
- 03/28
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Expired
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B |
2018
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03/22
- 03/28
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Expired
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B |
2018
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03/29
- 04/04
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Expired
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A |
2018
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03/29
- 04/04
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Expired
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A |
2018
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04/08
- 04/14
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Expired
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B |
2018
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04/08
- 04/14
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Expired
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B |
2018
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04/22
- 04/28
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Expired
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A |
2018
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04/22
- 04/28
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Expired
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A |
2018
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05/06
- 05/12
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Sold Out
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B |
2018
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05/06
- 05/12
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Sold Out
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B |
2018
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05/20
- 05/26
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Sold Out
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A |
2018
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05/20
- 05/26
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Sold Out
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A |
2018
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06/06
- 06/12
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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B |
2018
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06/06
- 06/12
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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B |
2018
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06/21
- 06/27
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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A |
2018
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06/21
- 06/27
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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A |
2018
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07/08
- 07/14
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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B |
2018
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07/08
- 07/14
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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B |
2018
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07/22
- 07/28
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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A |
2018
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07/22
- 07/28
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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A |
2018
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08/05
- 08/11
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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B |
2018
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08/05
- 08/11
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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B |
2018
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08/19
- 08/25
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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A |
2018
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08/19
- 08/25
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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A |
2018
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09/02
- 09/08
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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B |
2018
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09/02
- 09/08
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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B |
2018
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09/16
- 09/22
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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A |
2018
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09/16
- 09/22
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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A |
2018
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10/01
- 10/07
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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/4
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Reserve
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B |
2018
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10/01
- 10/07
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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B |
2018
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10/15
- 10/21
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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A |
2018
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10/15
- 10/21
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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A |
2018
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11/01
- 11/07
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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B |
2018
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11/01
- 11/07
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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B |
2018
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11/15
- 11/21
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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A |
2018
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11/15
- 11/21
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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Reserve
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A |
2018
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12/14
- 12/20
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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B |
2018
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12/14
- 12/20
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7d / 6n
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7 day Center based trip, AP-...
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2
/4
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Reserve
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Both the Center Based and Progressive Trail options are available for each advertised week; the first confirmed booking will dictate which ride will be operated.
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Rates do not include:
One lunch at a local café, and alcoholic drinks -- paid locally
Sample Itinerary -- Center based Country & Coast Ride (A), 5 riding days
Day 1: Arrival at lodge in the late afternoon. Transfer from Port Macquarie Airport or Kendall Railway Station (fixed times). Dinner with your hosts and co-riders and discussing the week program.
Day 2 (3 hours riding): Introductory Forest Ride through the hilly terrain with tall eucalypt forests and pockets of rainforest, beautiful quiet bush trails and short fun canters. Stop for lunch under the tall gum trees in the middle of the forest. Wildlife we may encounter on our rides and on the farm are Wallabies, Goanna’s and many bird species including Black Cockatoo’s.
Day 3 (5 hours riding): Ride to impressive Comboyne Mountain (670 m), which peak can be seen from the lodge. Magnificent 360-degree view at the top. Horses and riders enjoy a well-deserved lunch break at the peak, before descending back home.
Day 4 (5-6 hours riding): Long day ride, starting along a historic timber railway line, to local Bago Vineyards. Creek crossings, adventurous and fantastic long gallops on beautiful forest trails. Saddle bag lunch. On arrival taste the local produce while looking over the vineyards. Transfer back to riding centre.
Day 5 (2 hours riding): Fantastic beach horse riding, galloping along the Pacific Ocean. Watch out for dolphins in the waves and a close encounter with kangaroos. Lunch in the dunes, fish & chips at fishermans coop or at the local Macadamia Farm Café. Transfer by horse trailer.
Day 6 (5-6 hours riding): Farmland and forest horse ride to the beautiful green rolling and fertile farmland of the Comboyne Plateau with on clear days views to the Pacific Ocean. Stop at a waterfall, saddlebag lunch at a hidden lookout. In the evening farewell dinner.
Day 7: Departure after breakfast. Transfer to Kendall Railway station or Port Macquarie airport, with optional stop at Port Macquarie Koala Hospital (only included with departure transfer to Port Macquarie).
--Itinerary is subject to Forestry activities and weather - & terrain conditions
Sample Itinerary -- Progressive Ride - Trek & Beach Ride (B), 5 riding days
Day 1: Arrival at the lodge in the late afternoon. Transfer from Port Macquarie Airport or Kendall Railway Station (fixed times). Dinner with your hosts and co-riders and discussing the week program.
Day 2 (3 hours riding): Introductory Forest Ride through the hilly terrain with tall eucalypt forests and pockets of rainforest. Stop at a creek side picnic ground in the middle of the forest for lunch. Wildlife we may encounter on our rides and on the farm are Wallabies, Goanna’s and many bird species including Black Cockatoo’s.
Day 3: (5 hours riding) Forest and dairy Farmland Ride to the picturesque lush green Hannam Vale Valley with lunch and good coffee in the garden of the quirky Hannam Vale General Store (built in1914). Ride through private farm properties and Eucalypt Plantations to your accommodation for the night: a Luxury Farm property at Hannam Vale.
Day 4: (6 hours riding) After a hearty cooked country breakfast we ride to the Comboyne Plateau. On the way we stop to take in the breathtaking valley views from Flat Rock Lookout. Then canter on along an escarpment into beautiful and remote forest until the dense old forest opens up into green pasture fields of the Comboyne Plateau with stunning views of the escarpment and rocky outcrops. Your accommodation is the Roundhouse at Comboyne Hideaway, a unique cabin retreat situated atop the magnificent Comboyne Plateau where you can indulge in amazing uninterrupted views to the coastline and relax your muscles in the outdoor hot tub on the veranda deck.
Day 5: (4 - 5 hours riding) Farmland & Forest horse ride returning to the riding base and our lodge, starting with the beautiful green rolling and fertile farmland of the Comboyne Plateau with views to the Pacific Ocean and continuing through expanding eucalypt forests. Lunch on top of impressive Comboyne Mountain (670m), which peak can be seen from the riding centre. Magnificent 360-degree view at the top. Horses and riders enjoy a well-deserved lunch break at the peak, before descending back home.
Day 6 (2 hours riding): Fantastic beach horse riding, galloping along the Pacific Ocean. Watch out for dolphins in the waves and a close encounter with kangaroos. Lunch in the dunes or at the local Macadamia Farm Café. Transfer by horse trailer. In the evening farewell dinner.
Day 7: Departure after breakfast. Transfer to Kendall Railway station or Port
Macquarie airport, with optional stop at Port Macquarie Koala Hospital (only included with departure transfer to Port Macquarie).
--Itinerary is subject to Forestry activities and weather - & terrain conditions
Meeting:
Kendall
Airport:
Port Macquarie
Train station:
Kendall
Transfer:
Pick up: Port Maquarrie at 5:15pm or Kendall train station at 6:15pm
Drop off: Kendall in time for 9:00 AM train or Port Maquarrie airport at 11:00 am.
Distance:
from Sydney 400 km about 4/12 hrs from Port Macquarie 40 minutes
Port Macquarie airport transfer
Pick up around 5:15 PM (meeting flights arriving between 4.30 - 5:30 pm from Sydney).
Kendall train station
Pick up 6:15 PM (meeting train from Sydney).
(book train tickets on www.countrylink.info)
Departure: Port Macquarie airport drop mid-morning (suits flights departing after 11:00am) -- earlier transfers on request
Kendall train station: 9am for train to Sydney
Tack:
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English style light weight endurance and general purpose saddles and snaffle bridles
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Horses:
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Australian bred purebred and part bred Arabians, Arab-Quarter crosses.
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Pace:
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4-6 hours in the saddle, except beach ride 2-3 hours some long trots and canters
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Level:
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(3.5
to
4
out of 5) Good Intermediate
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Age:
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Min
18
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Weight:
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Max
180 lbs
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Riders:
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Min
2 riders
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Max
4 riders
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Expertly Trained Long Distance Trail Riding Horses...
We use well schooled, Australian pure and part bred Arabian horses, including Arab-Quarter horse crosses, carefully selected and trained for long distance trail riding. Many of the horses were bred specifically for endurance riding and complete endurance rides regularly.
The horses stand between 14.2 and 15.3 hands (145 and 157 cm) and are sure-footed, good-natured and in excellent condition. The horses are kept in groupings on large paddocks on the 60 acres property in Lorne on the Mid North Coast of NSW east coast Australia.
The Arabian horses' agility, great stamina, adaptability to the Australian climate conditions and excellent people- and work- friendly temperament make them ideal horses for multi-day long distance trail riding through challenging terrain.
The horses are trained to be ridden on a loose rein in English style. We ride with English Style lightweight endurance or all purpose saddles and use snaffle or bitless bridles.
Western Riders must have basic training in English riding and be comfortable in posting to the trot and a two point canter.
The horses' well being and safety is our main concern and riders can be assured that all trail riding horses are maintained and cared for to the highest standards.
Your Host and Guide...
The riding center is operated by Kathy Holtrust & her equestrian farm & riding team. Wanting a change in lifestyle, Kathy migrated to Australia from The Netherlands in 2000 with the plan to start a horse riding holiday establishment.
Kathy found the perfect property for the purpose on the NSW Mid North Coast Hinterland near Port Macquarie, where she opened for business in January 2004.
Your trail guide Kathy has a diverse equestrian background. Starting riding lessons at the age of 6, her first own horse at the age of 12 and extensive competing in her teenage years. She was a successful Dressage rider competing at Advanced level in The Netherlands and also competed in Show jumping and Cross Country (Eventing).
She later obtained her Dutch horse driving qualifications and drove the Cobb & Co Stage Coach in Echuca, Victoria, during her 1993 working holiday in Australia.
She now enjoys taking her Arabian horses to local endurance rides.
Having been on many trail riding holidays and treks throughout Europe and Canada, your trail guide knows what makes a great horse-riding holiday.
Kathy and her team are also responsible for the gourmet side of the business, from cooking breakfast to your request, bringing lunch to the riders in the Australian bush or preparing a sumptuous evening dinner meal or barbecue. Riders are well looked after when they are not on the horses!
Passport and Visa Requirements:
Valid passport required by all nationals referred to in chart. Required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except: (a) those continuing their journey to a third country (who hold confirma. more
Climate averages for PORT MACQUARIE NSW |
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Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
Mean daily maximum temperature - deg C |
25.7 |
25.9 |
25 |
23.1 |
21 |
19 |
18 |
18.8 |
20 |
22 |
23 |
25 |
Highest daily Max Temp - deg C |
41.2 |
33.5 |
32 |
33.3 |
30 |
27 |
28 |
29.4 |
34 |
38 |
42 |
41 |
Mean daily minimum temperature - deg C |
18.3 |
18.4 |
17 |
14.1 |
11 |
8.5 |
7.2 |
7.7 |
9.9 |
13 |
15 |
17 |
Lowest daily Min Temp - deg C |
10 |
11.7 |
9.1 |
7.2 |
2.7 |
0.7 |
0 |
0.6 |
2.8 |
4.4 |
8 |
9.8 |
Mean monthly rainfall - mm |
153 |
177 |
176 |
168 |
147 |
132 |
98 |
82.6 |
82 |
94 |
102 |
127 |
Mean no. of raindays |
12.4 |
13.3 |
14 |
12.7 |
11 |
10 |
9.2 |
8.6 |
8.9 |
11 |
11 |
11 |
Highest monthly rainfall - mm |
1388 |
845 |
678 |
619 |
916 |
652 |
774 |
776 |
356 |
420 |
462 |
637 |
Lowest monthly rainfall - mm |
5.7 |
1.8 |
9.8 |
7.2 |
6.9 |
3.3 |
0.5 |
0 |
0 |
9.4 |
1.6 |
8.1 |
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Best time for riding is April to November. December-March is very hot and often humid (sub-tropical).
We will supply your horse and the necessary riding equipment for the horse.
Your guides will care for the horses and riding equipment during your trip!
This list is only a guideline for you |
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Travel documents and Voucher |
Flight tickets |
Passport |
Visa (check with your consulate) |
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RIDING GEAR |
Riding pants or Jodhpurs (used if possible!) |
Suitable riding boots or shoes with a heel & no tread |
Riding helmet (mandatory) - available at the Homestead - no charge for use |
Riding gloves |
Broad brimmed hat with a chinstrap |
Rain coat/Wax jacket |
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PERSONAL CLOTHING |
Joggers for bushwalking |
Jacket or sweater for cool evenings |
Comfortable T-Shirts/Shirts |
Jeans |
Shorts |
Underwear and socks |
Panty hose are often worn to prevent soreness and chaffing (by men too!) |
Pajama |
Bag for dirty clothes |
Comfortable shoes/sneakers |
Swimsuit |
Bandana |
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ADDITIONAL THINGS TO BRING |
Personal Toiletries |
Insect protection |
Personal medications |
Two crepe bandages in case your calves become chaffed |
Sore cream (for an emergency) |
Sewing kit |
Handkerchiefs |
Adapter for electric appliances |
Camera and enough extra films |
Belt pack |
Address book and pen (for postcards!) |
Sun glasses with strap |
Sun tan lotion and lip balm |
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*Important Notice: The following ratings have been submitted by guests and do not necessarily represent the views of Hidden Trails, its partners or employees.
Every care is taken to ensure accuracy but Hidden Trails is not liable for any errors or omissions.
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This trip is based at the 60 acres horse riding property, in the Lorne Valley between Taree and Port Macquarie on the Mid North Coast NSW Australia.The main lodge has beautiful, wide verandas which overlook the magnificent garden filled with native plants and trees, the large horse paddocks where the animals graze and the swimming pool.; beyond is the lush forest valley of the Camden Haven region of Port Macquarie hinterland on the Australian NSW east coast.The lodge also has a large communal entertainment area for guests to sit together to enjoy meals and drinks in a family style atmosphere.
There are two types of accommodation:
1. Studio-style cabin, in private surroundings with view over the horse paddocks and eucalypt forests, with shower/toilet, veranda, air-conditioning, fridge, coffee&tea facilities. Ideal for a couple or two singles travelling together.
2. Single or double room with ensuite in the main guesthouse building “Kerewong Lodge”.
The accommodation during the progressive ride :
Day 3 : Luxury Country Guesthouse - 3 double beds available
Day 4: The Roundhouse - 1 double room and 1 twin room
Meals: All meals are included except 1 lunch out at a local cafe. Saddlebag lunches are packed on the rides or lunch is brought out to riders by 4WD vehicle. Dinners consist of International and Australian specialties, and we offer complimentary table wine with dinner. Some drinks (in one of the overnight accommodations) are not included and to be paid locally.
Tack:
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English style light weight endurance and general purpose saddles and snaffle bridles
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Horses:
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Australian bred purebred and part bred Arabians, Arab-Quarter crosses.
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Pace:
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4-6 hours in the saddle, except beach ride 2-3 hours some long trots and canters
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Level:
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(3.5
to
4
out of 5) Good Intermediate
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Age:
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Min
18
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Weight:
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Max
180 lbs
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Riders:
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Min
2 riders
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Max
4 riders
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Expertly Trained Long Distance Trail Riding Horses...
We use well schooled, Australian pure and part bred Arabian horses, including Arab-Quarter horse crosses, carefully selected and trained for long distance trail riding. Many of the horses were bred specifically for endurance riding and complete endurance rides regularly.
The horses stand between 14.2 and 15.3 hands (145 and 157 cm) and are sure-footed, good-natured and in excellent condition. The horses are kept in groupings on large paddocks on the 60 acres property in Lorne on the Mid North Coast of NSW east coast Australia.
The Arabian horses' agility, great stamina, adaptability to the Australian climate conditions and excellent people- and work- friendly temperament make them ideal horses for multi-day long distance trail riding through challenging terrain.
The horses are trained to be ridden on a loose rein in English style. We ride with English Style lightweight endurance or all purpose saddles and use snaffle or bitless bridles.
Western Riders must have basic training in English riding and be comfortable in posting to the trot and a two point canter.
The horses' well being and safety is our main concern and riders can be assured that all trail riding horses are maintained and cared for to the highest standards.
Your Host and Guide...
The riding center is operated by Kathy Holtrust & her equestrian farm & riding team. Wanting a change in lifestyle, Kathy migrated to Australia from The Netherlands in 2000 with the plan to start a horse riding holiday establishment.
Kathy found the perfect property for the purpose on the NSW Mid North Coast Hinterland near Port Macquarie, where she opened for business in January 2004.
Your trail guide Kathy has a diverse equestrian background. Starting riding lessons at the age of 6, her first own horse at the age of 12 and extensive competing in her teenage years. She was a successful Dressage rider competing at Advanced level in The Netherlands and also competed in Show jumping and Cross Country (Eventing).
She later obtained her Dutch horse driving qualifications and drove the Cobb & Co Stage Coach in Echuca, Victoria, during her 1993 working holiday in Australia.
She now enjoys taking her Arabian horses to local endurance rides.
Having been on many trail riding holidays and treks throughout Europe and Canada, your trail guide knows what makes a great horse-riding holiday.
Kathy and her team are also responsible for the gourmet side of the business, from cooking breakfast to your request, bringing lunch to the riders in the Australian bush or preparing a sumptuous evening dinner meal or barbecue. Riders are well looked after when they are not on the horses!
Passports
Valid passport required by all nationals referred to in chart.
Visas
Required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except:
(a) those continuing their journey to a third country (who hold confirmation of booking and documentation to enter country) within eight hours of arriving in Australia.
All other nationals must obtain a transit visa before travel if intending to remain in Australia no longer than 72 hours and a stopover is intended. Transit visas are free of charge.
Note: (a) Not all airports remain open all night; travellers should check with the airline. (b) Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the Department of Immigration at the high commission to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).
Visa Note
Australian visa regulations (including visa application charges) change from time to time. The information provided here is valid at the time of publication, but visitors should check that this information is still current by visiting the Department of Immigration online (website: www.immi.gov.au) or by calling the Australian Immigration and Citizenship 24-hour Information Service (tel: 0906 550 8900, in the UK; calls cost £1 per minute).
Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) visas
The ETA is an electronically stored authority for travel to Australia for tourism, short-term business or elective study purposes, that allows multiple entries for stays of up to three months for people from certain countries (see below). The ETA is valid for 12 months from date of issue, or for the life of the passport if it is less than 12 months. An ETA is invisible and therefore will not show up in your passport.
All nationals referred to in the chart are eligible for an ETA except: Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Slovak Republic and Slovenia.
Passport Required? |
British |
Yes |
Australian |
N/A |
Canadian |
Yes |
USA |
Yes |
Other EU |
Yes |
Visa Required? |
British |
Yes |
Australian |
N/A |
Canadian |
Yes |
USA |
Yes |
Other EU |
Yes |
Return Ticket Required? |
British |
No |
Australian |
N/A |
Canadian |
No |
USA |
No |
Other EU |
No |
Other types of visa
Visitors not eligible for an ETA, or seeking a longer stay than an ETA offers, may apply for Tourist (Non ETA) and Business Short-stay (Non ETA) visas.
There are also student visas, employers' visas for overseas workers and sponsored family visitor visas available; enquire at the Australian high commission.
Types of Visa and Cost
ETAs: Visitor/Short Validity Business: Free of charge. Business Visitor (Long Validity): A$75.
Note: A service fee of A$20 is charged when applying for an ETA online through the DIMIA ETA website. Some travel agents and airlines issuing ETAs also charge a processing fee.
Non-ETAs: Tourist and Business Short-stay visas: A$75.
Visa fees are generally adjusted on 1 July each year.
Validity
Visitor ETAs are valid for 12 months from date of issue (or until the passport expires, whichever comes first) and permit multiple entries into Australia for a stay of up to three months on each visit. Short Validity Business ETAs are valid for 12 months from date of issue (or until the passport expires, whichever comes first) with stays of up to three months on each visit and can be used for single or multiple entry travel. Business Visitor (Long Validity) ETAs are valid for 10 years (or the life of the passport) and permit multiple entries for a stay of up to three months for each visit.
For non-ETA visas, the validity varies according to the type of visa, the purpose of the trip and the validity of the passport. Visas are usually valid from three to 12 months. The validity will be stated on the visa label in your passport.
Applications to:
ETA: Authorised travel agents or airlines; by telephone; some nationals may apply online through the main Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs (DIMIA) (website: www.eta.immi.gov.au) (Visitor and Short Validity Business ETAs only).
Non-ETA: Australian embassies, high commissions and consulates; see Contact Addresses.
There is a Tourist Short-Stay visa available online (website: www.eta.immi.gov.au) for all nationals referred to in chart above.
Working Days Required
ETA: When issued through DIMIA’s ETA website, or through travel agents or airline offices, usually processed and valid immediately or within three working days.
Non-ETA: 10-15 working days.
This information is not being updated on a regular basis. Hidden Trails does not
take any responsibility for the accuracy of the above information. Please, consult
the embassy or consulate for updated info.
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Comboyne Plateau and Beach Ride
Tour Code:
IT-AURT01
7 days /
6 nights
~$1,590.00
Dates :
Available all Year
Trip Rating :
Difficulty :
Riding Level Explained A | Beginner  | Beginner A rider who has limited experience, is unable to post the trot and does not canter. | B | Novice
 | Novice A rider who is capable of mounting and dismounting unassisted, capable of
applying basic aids, comfortable and in control at the walk, moderate length posting
trots, and short canters. | C | Intermediate
 | Intermediate A rider who has a firm seat, is confident and in control at all paces
(including posting trots, two point canters and gallops), but does not ride regularly. |
D | Strong Intermediate
 | Strong Intermediate An intermediate rider who is currently riding regularly and is comfortable in the saddle for at least 6 hours per day. | E | Advanced
 | All of the above, plus an independent seat, soft hands, and capable of handlinga spirited horse in open country. |
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