Gold Discovery Trail Horse Trek Cardrona - Am beliebtesten!

The property, horse and staff are all top class and I would highly recommend this as a family visit even if you aren’t experienced at horse riding it’s a great family day out and you will be looked after.

Absolutely loved this experience. It could not be more beautiful or well managed. Phoebe is a delightful and caring guide who gave us interesting information and happy chats along our way. Highly recommend for beginners as well as seasoned riders.

Amazing experience, guides are super friendly and make sure you feel comfortable with your riding abilities. Beautiful scenery and lovely gently horses.

Phoebe was incredibly enthusiastic, knowledgeable and informative. We had such a great time being hands-on with the horses and learning about the environment and history of the area surrounding the farm. We had a lovely ride and wouldn’t hesitate to do it all over again! C2

Me and my friend done a self drive tour around New Zealand - we decided to add the cardrona horse trek onto our itinerary last minute (16/12/2025)- the company were very quick with being able to accompany us which was perfect as we didn’t spend much time passing through. We was met with Sophie who was our guide - she was just lovely and a great support for my friend -it was her first ride on a horse ever. We loved every moment of it seeing such amazing views and it was lovely being able to see such healthy and cared for horses who just live their jobs. Sophie made it a great trek for us and would highly recommend anyone beginner or experience to go here. Overall super x

Thoroughly enjoyable 2 hour ride through Cordrona Valley with some shallow river crossings, trotting and walking. Sophie the guide told of the history and plants of the area. She was attentive to all the riders in the small group. The horses look in great condition- which for me is so important when booking a riding activity on holiday. Riding hats were new and in good condition. I was lucky as there were only three in total in our group. It maybe a different experience with a large group, but the horses are very well-behaved. The horses were tacked up ready to go so no waiting around, and giving them their post-ride fees is a nice touch. Recommended.

Very much enjoyed the 2 hour trek. Beautiful scenery. Sophie the guide was attentive and told about the history of Cordrona as we rode. Walking and some trotting but no pressure to ride fast; fun crossing creeks and through flocks of sheep. The horses are in great condition which is so important to me when doing a riding activity on holiday.

Amazing experience for myself and my daughter. Scenery was amazing. Very relaxing. Kelly gave an awesome guide, we will definitely be back again.

Was a great walk on the horses around the paddock and up over the mountains into the fields. The instructor made us all feel very safe on the horses at all times. Steps and techniques are kept simple for beginners which is what I chose. I had a really fun time with my partner, horses were beautiful and gentle, you can tell there well looked after and trained. Instructors were friendly and knowledgeable and took fabulous photos of us on the horses.

The horse riding tour is amazing!!! Kelly, the owner, treats her horses with respect, taking superb care of them. Her horses are very beautiful and live a great life. Our tour guide, Agatha was also very friendly and professional. Highly recommend!