Horse Treks & Horse Rides – Paihia, Bay of Islands

Ride, Trek & Swim on Horses

Join us for a memorable horse ride in beautiful Bay of Islands.
All levels, abilities & ages welcome.

Only 5km from Paihia in the Bay of Islands, Horse Trek`N is situated in one of the most beautiful parts of New Zealand. We have something for all riders, from the total beginner to the more experienced.

Discover New Zealand’s scenery on horse back on a 1 or 2 hour ride. We have an awesome team of horses, and each one is full of personality!

Experience a magical 1 or 2 hour horse trek taking in the outstanding views of the beautiful Bay of Islands and the Pacific Ocean, and enjoy the thrill of swimming with your horse during the warmer months of the year. We love nature and our beautiful taonga, and we want to share with our customers our vision on conservation of native species. We also want to transmit our passion for horses, and offer the best experience possible for all riders, from complete beginners to advanced riders. We consider the horses as our friends, and we treat them as such.

The pace and terrain will be set by your guide depending on the level of experience of the riders so that everyone feels comfortable and can fully enjoy their trek.

Bay of Islands Horse Treks – Bayview Scenic Ride

Departs: 12-30 pm
Duration: 1 Hour Ride
Price: Adults $80 per person – Family $270

Max weight limit 100 Kg applies.

Join us for a scenic ride looking out over panoramic views of the Bay of Islands alongside the Waitangi Golf Course. This ride is a steady walking pace and best suited to beginners, families and first time or nervous riders. Our team of relaxed horses will be sure to look after you – and our guides can take great group photos once we reach our stunning viewpoint.

Bay of Islands Horse Treks – Forest & Hillside Trek

Departs: 10-00 am & 2-00 pm Daily
Duration: 2 Hour Ride
Price: Adults $130 per person minimum 10 years old

Max weight limit 95 Kg applies.

This ride is suitable for intermediate to experienced riders; and for confident beginners with a good fitness level. This trail will take you through the West side of the Waitangi forest; enjoy the calm and the songs of the precious native birds. Ride through bush and pine forest, and ride along the whimsical wetlands.

Bay of Islands Horse Treks – Ride the Waves

Departs: 10-00 am & 2-00 pm Daily
Duration: 2 Hour Ride
Price: Adults $150 per person minimum 10 years old

Max weight limit 95 Kg applies

Join us for a once in a lifetime experience and take a horse for a swim in the stunning Wairoa Bay. We’ll embark on a one hour ride up to a viewpoint, before looping back around and down towards the sea where we will remove the horses saddles, help you mount bareback and take the horses for a swim in the sea. Our most popular opportunity and only available in the summer months we recommend booking early to avoid disappointment.

Our horses are purposely selected and trained for their job. They are well cared for, and eager to please.