2-Hour Muriwai Beach Horse Riding Experience
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $156 / person
- Location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 18 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 8
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Muriwai Beach Horse Treks
- Meeting point
- Arrive by 9:15am for a 9:30am departure. No rideshare services in this rural area; guests must drive or arrange private transport.
Description
Join us for Auckland's only permitted beach horse trek, this 2-hour experience takes you along Muriwai's black sand dunes, coastline, and private Woodhill Forest for an experience that will stay with you.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:30 AM
- Next available
- Sun, Nov 1
- Adult (ages 10+)
- $156
In demand: 14 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 31.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
NZ Safety-approved equestrian helmet & High-visibility vest
Horse matched to rider by skill level and weight
Experienced mounted guides (1:4 guide-to-rider ratio)
2-hour guided horse trek across Muriwai Beach, sand dunes, scrubland, and Woodhill Forest
Full safety and instructional briefing before the ride
Not included
Transport to and from Muriwai Beach (no rideshare services in this rural area; guests must drive or arrange private transport)
Food and beverages
Gratuities for guides
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
18 reviews
How it compares in Auckland
- Rated higher than 70% of 248 reviewed tours in Auckland
- Starting price $156 is 98% above the typical $79 for tours of similar length in Auckland
Excurgo comparison of 899 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Arrive by 9:15am for a 9:30am departure. Late arrivals are turned away without refund.
- Weight limit: 95kg strict. Scales onsite. Guests over 95kg turned away without refund unless prior arrangement made with operator.
- Minimum age: 10 years. Riders aged 10-15 must be accompanied by a paying adult rider.
- Wear long pants or leggings and closed-toe shoes (mandatory). No thongs, crocs, or open-toe footwear.
- Rides operate in most weather.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does 2-Hour Muriwai Beach Horse Riding Experience take?
2-Hour Muriwai Beach Horse Riding Experience lasts about 2 hours.
How much does 2-Hour Muriwai Beach Horse Riding Experience cost?
Prices start at $156 per person for this Auckland experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does 2-Hour Muriwai Beach Horse Riding Experience run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:30 AM.
Does 2-Hour Muriwai Beach Horse Riding Experience sell out?
It can: 14 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel 2-Hour Muriwai Beach Horse Riding Experience for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Arrive by 9:15am for a 9:30am departure. No rideshare services in this rural area; guests must drive or arrange private transport. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is 2-Hour Muriwai Beach Horse Riding Experience offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is 2-Hour Muriwai Beach Horse Riding Experience worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 18 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Muriwai Beach Horse Treks.
Reviews(18)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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