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2 Hour Beach Horse Trail (Advanced Riders)

Jeffreys Bay

Activity Description

Experienced guides escort riders twice daily along the 13km circular route that takes about two hours to complete. The trail leads through beautiful fynbos coastal vegetation, towards the Gamtoos river with breathtaking views from the dunes and finally returning along a 6 km stretch of deserted beach where riders can have an exhilarating gallop on the sand.

The guides escort every group and assist riders in selecting horses just right for their respective capabilities. This outride is ideal for intermediate and advanced riders, though in quiet times, we also accommodate first timers and beginners. Experienced riders can choose not to go with a guide and have the freedom to explore the valley at their own pace.

RIDING EXPERIENCE
If You have different experience riders in the group – please make separate bookings for Beginner, Intermediate & Experienced Riders. Riders of different experience will have the same departure time but will have horses that suit their skill and group will be split into rider capabilities during the trail.

BEGINNER CLASS:
Ridden a horse only on trail rides. Do not know what a posting trot is about. This is you if, when the horse goes into a trot (second gear), you start hitting the saddle hard, have no way to control it and are hanging onto the saddle for dear life.
INTERMEDIATE CLASS:
Have been taught how to trot and canter and understand how to control a horse. Can ride without holding onto the saddle and are not pulling on your horse’s mouth.
ADVANCED CLASS:
Can jump fences, can handle a bucking rearing beast and turn it back into a trail pony.

Arrangements

Duration2 hours
WhenAll year round. Closed on Christmas and New Years Day.
WherePapiesfontein Horse Trails: Coming from Jeffreys Bay. Take the main road (Da Gama Rd). Drive north until you get to an intersection. Turn right. Drive 5 kilometers and you will find a clearly marked gate into Papiesfontein Horse Trails on the right. Coming from Cape Town direction. Take the "Jeffreys Bay" turn-off from the N2 and turn right. At the Fountains Circle turn left onto the R102. Follow the road for 10 km and you will find a clearly marked gate into Papiesfontein Horse Trails on the right. Coming from Port Elizabeth direction. Take the "Jeffreys Bay East" turn-off from the N2 and turn left. Turn right onto the R102 at the T-junction. 5 kilometres further on you will find a clearly marked gate into Papiesfontein Horse Trails on the left.
WeatherThis service can take place in most weather conditions. If it rains on the day, please contact us to move the service to a new slot.
What to WearWear closed shoes and long pants
Things to BringCamera, Water bottle, Sunblock & Spirit
Guests or SpectatorsGuests are welcome to wait at the starting point.

Requirements

Minimum Age10 years
Minimum Height0.0 m
Maximum Height0.0 m
Fitness LevelAverage
QualificationsNot Applicable
Maximum Weight110.0 kg
CertificationNone Required
Experience LevelAccomplished

Inclusions and Exclusions

Inclusions

Saddles : McClellan Saddles
Safety: Helmets & Chaps Provided

ExclusionsItems of a personal nature

Notes

RIDING EXPERIENCE
If You have different experience riders in the group – please make separate bookings for Beginner, Intermediate & Experienced Riders. Riders of different experience will have the same departure time but will have horses that suit their skill and group will be split into rider capabilities during the trail

Weight 115kg Max
Baby sitting option for children under 8 – for the same price, children will have a 2 hour horse experience at Base Camp.

Customer Reviews

The place, service, horses, care are worth recommending. I, an older, slightly heavy guy, and my 19-year-old daughter, an excellent rider, were very pleased. A route along the beach and dunes, well-prepared horses for everyone, vigilant and professional assistance throughout the trip. We recommend it without any criticism. - Dariusz


What an amazing experience! Firstly I must mention that the horses are well cared for. Something you do not always see with trail companies. The horses were all well trained and easily managed, even for inexperienced riders. The staff are all very friendly and helpful. The guides made sure that everyone had an enjoyable ride. We were a group of approximately 10 people, and were divided into our levels of experience. The advanced riders had one guide go with them while two guides stayed with the beginner level riders. This ensured that the advanced riders could take a longer route and do more galloping on the beach while the beginners could feel safe with walking on a shorter route through the fynbos to the beach. You never feel rushed or pushed to ride beyond your capabilities. We loved every moment of the ride. - Annalize


The experience was exceptional. Horses were beautiful and well cared for, the guides were super friendly and helpful and approachable. The venue was out of this world. Honestly, one of my most favourite experiences! - Kendall


Our girls had the best fun ever. The guides were friendly and very competent. I also want to thank the staff and management. I made an error on my booking and without hesitation and the utmost friendlyness they unsaddled the horses booked by mistake and re-saddled horses to fit the experience of our kids. Thank you very much, we really appreciated the effort. We went twice in the 2 weeks we were here and every time the girls could not stop talking about their experience and the excellent guides. We will definately go back. - Anthea


Awesome ride, best price/performance. I love the split up in beginner, medium and advanced. - Ulf




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