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2 Hour Beach Horse Trail (Beginner 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

I got given Misty who was so sweet and beautiful! He who calls himself "Giant", my person showing me around, was super awesome! Great company to have around and super entertaining.. Lekker man! Definitely would suggest doing this and would do it again soon! - Auriel


Amazing experience, the staff is really kind and the sights were wonderful and the atmosphere was calming. Was truly an amazing experience will definitely be going once every month as a little treat and get away - Bianca


Wonderful experience with friendly staff. - Amy


I really enjoyed it. Saw lots. Would have preferred to be on a group to have some chats while riding. I felt lonely and I was told there was also 1 lady on the morning, I would have joined the other session to not be on my own. Horse was lovely, Valentino and Jan was a great guide. - Lucy


A great experience. My being 63 yr old and my wife 60 yrs, we could obviously not perform like the youngsters but the guides devised the group after a short trip into groups with varying abilities. Some were galloping, some were cantering and we were mostly just walking with some cantering included. The guides are very professional and knowledgeable, informing us of techniques the whole time. I would definitely recommend this experience to all interested. The routes are also beautiful. Thank you Gerrit van Bosch. - Gerrit




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