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 / 6 days riding Ride only price 2008 and 2009: £815pp Non riders £475pp Departure dates 2008: 16, 30 Nov; 14 Dec 2009: 4, 15 Jan; 1, 15 Feb; 1, 15, 29 Mar; 16 Apr; 3, 17 May; 9, 21 Jun; 5, 19 Jul; 2, 16 Aug; 6, 20 Sep; 4, 18 Oct; 1, 15 Nov; 2, 16 Dec. Approximate riding time per day 3.5 - 6 hours 2hr beach ride Riding ability required intermediate onwards Group size 1-4 Meeting point (getting there) 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.

SAMPLE ITINERARY - BUSH AND BEACH NEW SOUTH WALES

Day 1
Arrival in the afternoon. Transfer from Port Macquarie at 5pm or Kendall Railway Station at 6pm. (Check in at 3pm if self drive)

Day 2
Ride through the hilly terrain with eucalyptus 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. 4 hours riding.

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. 5 hours riding.

Day 4
2008: 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). 2009: Morning ride through neighbouring farm properties and stop at a hidden waterfall. Return to riding centre for a relaxing lunch on the veranda and then enjoy a quiet afternoon resting, swimming in the pool, having a massage (booking on request), visit a nearby Macadamia Farm, go for a bush walk, watch horses and kangaroos in the field, feed the birds and parrots. Optional whale watching tour (available May to November) and visit to koala hopsital (extra charge). 2-3 hours riding

Day 5
2008: 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. 2 hours riding. 2009: Long day ride starting along a historic timber railway line to a local winery. Creek crossings and ample opportunities to watch the wildlife - Wallabies, Black Cockatoo's and Goanna's. On arrival taste the local produce while looking over the vinyards. Transfer back to riding centre. 5-6 hours riding.

Day 6
2008: 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. 5-6 hours riding. 2009: Fabulous beach ride along the Pacific Ocean. Look out for Dolphins in the waves and a close encounter with kangaroos. Lunch in the dunes or at a local cafe. Transfer by horse trailer. 2 hours riding.

Day 7
Ride to the beautiful green rolling and fertile farmland of the Comboyne Plateau. On clear days views to the Pacific Ocean. 6 hours riding.

Day 8
Departure after breakfast. Transfer to Kendall Railway station at 10:15 or Port Macquarie at 12 noon. (Check out at 10am if self drive)


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.

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
2008: All transfers, riding, accommodation and full board except 1 dinner 1 lunch. Dinner consists of international and Australian specialties, summer barbecues, wine with dinner.
2009; As above, full board except 1 lunch, non alcholic drinks and wine with dinner.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
2008: 1 Lunch and 1 dinner(about 10-20 A$ including drinks), drinks other than wine with dinner, personal items and gratuities.
2009: As above, 1 lunch.

FURTHER DETAILS
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