Queenstown Horse Riding Treks – Ben Lomond Station
Horse Treks on Queenstown’s Ben Lomond Station
Ben Lomond Horse Treks are located 15km from Queenstown, beside the beautiful Moke Lake, hidden within the mountains of the Ben Lomond Station. Here you will find the many horses of Ben Lomond Horse Treks waiting to take you on a special journey.
Guided by our friendly and knowledgeable staff, you will experience some of the most beautiful untouched New Zealand landscape on horseback.
We pride ourselves on providing unforgettable horse riding experiences for all ages and levels. Your safety is paramount, whether you are a first-timer or ‘born to the saddle’, we will carefully match each horse to it’s rider, and all gear is provided.
The shortest trek takes you on a 1.5 hour wander through the beautiful valley of the Ben Lomond Station. For a more adventurous ride you can choose to climb the mountains up to 200 meters above the valley floor, and make your way back through historical gold mining country. To learn more about the different treks, please check our Horse riding trek options.
N.B. We are operational for trekking between October & May. We are closed over winter.
Ben Lomond Horse Trekking options:
Queenstown Horse Treks – Ben Lomond Moke Lake Trek
Duration: 1.5 hours
Price: Adults $99 per person Child: $99 pp
Departs: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm & 3:00 pm
A gentle, walking paced hack through a beautiful working farm. Riding past Merino sheep and Angus cattle so close you could almost touch them and finishing the trek along the shore of Moke Lake for that perfect photo opportunity.
With plenty of river crossings to add to the adventure, this trek is perfect for beginners and families with younger children. Our well trained horses will look after family members as young as 5 years old. We can accommodate more experienced riders on this trek by splitting the group at the end of the ride.
Level: Beginners, Intermediate and Experienced
Ages: 5 years and older
Additional costs: walking trek guide available on request – recommended for young children (5 – 8 years)
Pick up time Queenstown: Location : 9 am, 12 noon, and 3 pm from The Station Building on the corner of Camp St and Shotover St. Please be at The Station Building 5 minutes before your trekking time.
N.B. For the health and well-being of our horses, we have a maximum weight limit of 100 kg ( 223 lbs / 16 stone )
Queenstown Horse Treks – Ben Lomond Gills Creek Trek
Duration: 2 hours
Price: Adult $130 per person Child $130 pp
Departs: 9:00 am & 12:00 pm
The perfect trek for mixed ability couples, groups and families with older children. Trekking up the valley towards the Old Gold Country with many river crossings and finishing at beautiful Moke Lake. Explore 35,000 acres of the most impressive farmland the district has to offer, with high mountains and pristine lakes surrounding you for a magical experience. Also great for experienced riders that don’t have the time for our longer trek.
Level: Beginners, Intermediate and Experienced
Ages: 9 years and older
Pick up time Queenstown: 9 am, 12 noon, and 3 pm from The Station Building on the corner of Camp St and Shotover St. Please be at The Station Building 5 minutes before your trekking time.
N.B. For the health and well-being of our horses we have a weight limit of 100 kg ( 223 lbs / 16 stone )
Queenstown Horse Treks – Ben Lomond McConnochies Trek
Duration: 2.5 – 3 hours
Price: $190 per person
Departs: 9:00 am & 12:00 pm
A trek with a view! Climb high over the Moonlight Valley passing historical Gold Mining sites ( try to spot the old stone cottages among the landscape) Like going back in time to when the main mode of transport was on horseback. Multiple river crossings on the way back down the canyon with ample opportunity to go for a canter. Due to the high mountain pass this trek is only suitable for intermediate to advanced riders. This trek will leave you with a lasting impression.
Riders on the McConnochies trek are expected to be able to competently control a horse without assistance, any riders who are not deemed not capable may have their trek altered to keep within the 3 hour time schedule.
Level: Intermediate and Experienced
Ages: 14 years and older.
(We will consider taking younger children if they are well experienced and confident riders.)
Pick up time Queenstown: location: 9 am, 12 noon from The Station Building on the corner of Camp St and Shotover St. Please be at The Station Building 5 minutes before your trekking time.
N.B. For this trek we have a weight limit of 95 kg ( 209lbs / 15 stone )
