BUSH AND BEACH NEW SOUTH WALES - AUSTRALIA
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Riders come from all around the world to experience the Australian bushland and beaches on horseback. In New South Wales the landscape is diverse and with undulating hills through eucalypt forests, pockets of rainforest and miles of pacific beaches offering opportunities for long trots and canters in various bush, beach and mountain terrains. This ride is ideal for experienced riders with options for non riders joining them. Ride on carefully selected and trained Australian-bred Arabian horses whose agility, great stamina, adaptability to the Australian climate conditions are ideal horses for multi-day long distance trail riding through challenging terrain. Welcoming Australian hospitality, comfortable, quality accommodation and meals await you.
| Trip length |
8 days / 7 nights |
| Ride only price |
2008; £815 |
| Departure dates |
2008:
6, 20 Jan; 2, 14 Feb; 13, 30 March; 13 April; 11, 25 May; 8, 22 June; 6, 20 July; 3, 17 Aug; 7, 21 Sep; 5, 19 Oct; 2, 16, 30 Nov; 14 Dec
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| Approximate riding time per day |
3.5 - 6 hours
2hr beach ride |
| Riding ability required |
intermediate onwards |
| Group size |
1-4 |
| Meeting point |
Port Macquarie airport or Kendall train station |
| Transfer |
included from meeting point |
| Flight guide |
London - Sydney £500 - £700 return, Sydney - Port Macquarie return £110 - £150 |
| Single supplement |
None - single rooms at no extra charge. |
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SAMPLE ITINERARY - BUSH AND BEACH NEW SOUTH WALES
Day 1
Arrival in the afternoon. Transfer from Kendall Railway Station or Port Macquarie.
Day 2
Ride through the hilly terrain with eucalypt forests and rainforests. Stop at a creek side picnic ground in the middle of the forest for lunch with the opportunity to swim in a rockpool swimming hole.
Day 3
Ride to impressive Comboyne Mountain (670 m), which peak can be seen from the riding centre. Magnificent 360 degree view at the top. Horses and riders enjoy a well deserved lunch break at the peak, before descending back home.
Day 4
Farmland horse ride and Aussie "Morning Tea" at Pear Trees Farm, a guesthouse-farm nestled in a secluded valley surrounded by Eucalypt Forests. Creek crossings and ample opportunity to watch wildlife (eg Kangaroos, Wallabies, Black Cockatoo's, Goanna's).
Day 5
Fantastic beach ride along the Pacific Ocean. Possible close encounter with kangaroos. Lunch in the dunes or at the Lorne Valley Macadamia Farm. Transfer by horse float.
Day 6
Long day ride, starting along a historic timber railway line, to local a local winery. Taste the local produce while looking over the vineyards. Transfer back to riding centre and dinner at the local pub.
Day 7
Ride to the beautiful green rolling and fertile farmland of the Comboyne Plateau. On clear days views to the Pacific Ocean.
Day 8
Departure after breakfast. Transfer to Kendall Railway station or Port Macquarie.
Itinerary is for guidance only and may be altered due to State Forest activities, weather- & terrain conditions or other unforeseen circumstances.
Shorter riding programs available on request.
NOTES - BUSH AND BEACH NEW SOUTH WALES
Facilities: stables & accommodation, 60 acres farm property
Accommodation level: 1 upmarket studio-style cabin accommodation in private setting with veranda and view over the valley and forest, bathroom (toilet/shower), air-conditioning, fridge, coffee/tea facilities. Ideal for a couple or 2 singles traveling together.
The main house or lodge in modern Australian style has 1 single bedroom with ensuite (toilet shower) and 1 double/twin room with ensuite bathroom (toilet/shower). Both rooms have ceiling fans.
The Lodge also has a large communal entertainment area for guests, to sit together and have meals and drinks in a family atmosphere. There is a wide veranda to relax after a day riding and enjoy the magnificent view of the garden with native plants and trees, the large horse paddocks and valley.
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 13 st/176 lb/80 kg, please enquire if you are an experienced rider exceeding this weight.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
All transfers, riding, accommodation and full board except 1 dinner 1 lunch. Dinner consists of international and Australian specialties, summer barbecues, wine with dinner.
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
1 Lunch and 1 dinner(about 10-20 A$ including drinks), drinks other than wine with dinner, personal items and gratuities.
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