WILD COAST BEACH TRAIL - SOUTH AFRICA

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Get away from the cold dark nights of Europe and find sunshine, beaches and game. This riding holiday combines excellent beach riding with game viewing afterwards if you want. You stay right on to the coast. The incredible sight of antelope with the deep blue see behind you and zebra on the beaches are possible on one of the game farms we ride through along this stretch of coast. Experienced riders will get the most out of this rides fast and exiting pace. Set in a malaria free area of the Eastern Cape, you are received with true South African hospitality, by Julie-Anne and Clint. Viewing of dolphins and whales and antelope grazing with the horses all happen here. Other activities available on this ride are game drives in an open top vehicle, night game drives, hiking, bushman paintings and tennis, biking.

Trip length 7d/6n or 8d/7n, extra days by arrangement Ride only price £995 / £1,155 Departure dates 1 Dec*, 8 Dec* 2007 12 Jan, 9 Feb, 23 Feb, 8 Mar, 5 Apr, 10 May, 14 June, 12 Jul, 9 Aug, 6 Sep, 22 Nov, 6 Dec 2008 *see price guide below Approximate riding time per day Usually 4 - 6 hours/day Riding ability required Intermediate upwards. Novices by arrangement. Group size 2 - 6 Meeting point East London Airport, South Africa Transfer Included from meeting point at set times. Flight guide London - East London, South Africa return £590 - £850 Single supplement None if we can find you a sharer.

SAMPLE ITINERARY - WILD COAST BEACH TRAIL

Day 1
Your horse riding holiday starts as you are collect from East London Airport at midday. After settling you into your hotel room we make our way to the horse paddocks situated a short distance from the Kei Beach Hotel. After a brief introduction, we will take the horses out for the afternoon, (time permitting) and explore the stunning cliff of Morgan Bay, finishing with a canter down the Morgan Bay beach. Accommodation Kei Mouth Beach Hotel

Day 2
We collect you from the hotel around 9.30 am. We head across the Kei River and enjoy some great beach riding and get to Trennery’s in time for lunch. The horses are given a few hours off and you get to laze around the swimming pool, walk, and mountain bike, play tennis or head for the beach. During the late afternoon, we take the horses across country and explore some unusual river formations at “The Gates”. We finish with a sunset canter down the mile long beach. And in the summer we can swim the horses bareback in the warm lagoon! Accommodation Trennery’s.

Day 3
This morning we ride to the nearby local community development project and discover some Xhosa traditions and customs. We then meander through the tribal villages and ride onto the Nonqawuse’s Pools and waterfalls, and hear about legends of the Xhosa people. After lunch, we ride to the wreck of the Jacaranda. Depending on the tide the riding is energetic and exciting as we canter the beaches or rolling country side. Accommodation Trennery’s.

Day 4
Heading north, we pass the Jacaranda and head inland across country and through rural villages to cross the Kobonqaba River. The horses set a steady pace at trot and canter as we head towards Wavecrest in time for lunch. This afternoon is free time. You can take a boat trip up the river and explore the Mangrove swamps, hike, fish, or just kick back and relax. Drinks on the deck at sunset as we sit and watch the great Crested Cranes come in to roost. Accommodation Wavecrest.

Day 5
Depending on the tide, we either wade or swim the Nxaxo River with the horses! This is the beginning of some unbelievable beach riding; we ride between 15 & 20 km up the beach before stopping for a picnic lunch. On the return to Wavecrest we again have to swim/wade the horses through the river – there is a boat for those who are nervous or afraid of swimming the horses through very deep water. Accommodation Wavecrest.

Day 6
Today we start our journey back home. This time we cross the Kobonqaba river at the river mouth. This crossing can be a comfortable wade through or a full swim for the horses depending on the tide. We ride back past Trennery’s and call in a Seagulls Beach Hotel for a great pub lunch. We then head towards Kei Mouth and the pontoon crossing before dropping the horses off at the paddocks around 4 o’clock. Accommodation Morgan Bay Hotel.

Day 7
Our riders on the 6 night package say good bye after an early morning ride across the Cliff Tops at Morgan Bay.
A light lunch will be served in the garden at The Cock Inn. The shuttle will be ready to transfer you to East London at 13h00
Riders, who have chosen the 7 night option, have lunch with the horses in Morgan Bay and ride again this afternoon across country to The Cock Inn.

Day 8
Our riders on the 7 night package say good bye, before returning you to the East London Airport.
Time permitting, riders are welcome to spend the morning with us at Sunray Farm and get a chance to meet the other horses.
A light lunch will be served in the garden at The Cock Inn. The shuttle will be ready to transfer you to East London at 13h00
Riders, who have chosen to extend their holiday, are transferred to their next destination.

NOTES - WILD COAST BEACH TRAIL

Please note the following price supplements may apply:

• Peak season departure dates incur a 20 %  supplement. Dates incicated by *
• 10 % Single supplement for riders who do not want to share accommodation or we cannot find another rider to share with
• A 25% supplement applies if there is only one rider on a trail. 
• Riders over the weight limit can ride but will require an extra horse at a cost of £200 per trail

As a fully ATOL bonded and registered agency we would be delighted to book your flights for you. Should you wish to book your own below are some options.  

GETTING TO the Ride

As a fully ATOL bonded and registered agency we would be delighted to book your flights for you. Should you wish to book your own flights please see our flights page for some options.

The weight limit for this ride is 15 st/209 lb/95 kg, please enquire if you are an experienced rider exceeding this weight.

WHAT IS INCLUDED
All riding, guides, full back up 4WD vehicle, luggage transfer, meals and accommodation as described, entry fees to local projects or visits and transfers to and from East London.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
Flights to and from East London, South Africa, drinks, transfers not at set times, tipping and items of a personal nature. Single supplement will be applied if there is no one of the same sex to share with.

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