High Country Half Day Ride

Difficulty

Moderate

Weight limit

Duration

4h

Group size

4-10 tourists,
over 12 y.o.

The High Country feels different from the saddle — forests seem taller, rivers sound closer, and the valleys open slowly as your horse finds the trail. This half-day ride takes you into the mountain landscapes of North East Victoria, where lush pastures, birdlife, and alpine air shape the day.

You’ll ride through old stock routes, river crossings, fern gullies, and into Alpine National Park, with experienced guides leading the way. Horses are chosen to suit riders, and basic instruction, helmets, and oilskin coats are included if needed. This ride is best for confident riders ready to try trot and canter.

Bring long pants, suitable boots, and a reusable water bottle. Join the ride and see the High Country from its most natural pace!

Rides will be subject to a 12% price increase during high season, holiday weekends, and public holidays.

Lin B. is the provider of this trip

4.8 6 reviews

The provider speaks: English

Tour Guide, Camp Cook and Dad. My parents settled in Tawonga with my brother and me in 1986. They arrived with a truck load of horses and a vision for a family business that would honour the traditions of the High Country horse and offer unique quality visitor experiences. That vision still drives our family business. Our farm is truly the home of horseback adventures, our family sanctuary, and for the visitor, a country home away from home.

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Tour highlights

Ride Into Alpine National Park

Follow old stock routes, forest trails, and river crossings into the heart of the High Country

Feel the High Country Move Around You

Birdlife, fern gullies, open valleys, and mountain air make the ride feel alive from start to finish

Guided Riding with the Right Horse

Experienced guides match riders with suitable horses and help you settle into the ride

Route details

Ride through the mountain valleys of North East Victoria, following scenic tracks into Alpine National Park. The route passes tall forests, fern gullies, old stock routes, and river crossings, with plenty of High Country views along the way. Experienced guides lead the ride, and horses are matched to suit different riders. Basic instruction is included, along with helmets and oilskin coats if needed.

This ride is recommended for riders with a medium level of fitness and confidence. Riders should feel comfortable trying a canter and rising to the trot. Nervous riders may prefer the 2-hour ride instead. The minimum age is 12 years, and the maximum rider weight is 95 kg. Please bring a reusable water bottle, jeans or long pants, and riding boots with a flat sole and heel. Some boots may be available to borrow if needed.

Difficulty

Moderate

Does not require physical training but involves moderate physical activity

Tour provider's comments

Strongly recommended for riders with some riding experience or confidence to give the trot and canter a go. If your lack of confidence or riding experience limits you to only walking on this ride, you may be required to dismount and be picked up by management at your own expense.

It's important to know

Reusable water bottle (we discourage single-use plastics on our property)
Jeans or long pants
Suitable riding boots with a flat sole and a heel (we have some borrow boots if you require)

Available dates

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Number of individuals

4-10 tourists, over 12 y.o.

from

1 tourist

Weather during the tour

Weather conditions along the route

You will get a weather forecast for this tour’s route based on

the forecasts for this season
the statistics from previous years’ trips

Reviews

4.8

Based on 6 reviews

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N

about provider

15 Jul, 2024

My friends and I had a fantastic time here! The accommodations were extremely cozy, and the food was excellent!
M
Mathew

about provider

23 Oct, 2023

Everyone had a great time and loved the facilities and trail. Thank you for providing such a great experience!
V
Victoria

about provider

2 Sep, 2023

My partner and I visited this place shortly after the New Year. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay there in every aspect. The family do an amazing job of welcoming guests and creating a homely atmosphere. The accommodations were charming and cozy, providing a peaceful retreat. The six rooms were thoughtfully designed to blend with the surroundings and were constructed using family designs, showcasing a labor of love. Instead of air conditioning, the rooms were naturally cooled at night while windows and shutters remained closed during the day, a more cost-effective and eco-friendly approach that we appreciated. The highlight was the communal living area with board games, a record player, and a long table where guests could relax and talk. Lin graciously prepared delicious homemade meals. Breakfasts were impressive too, featuring fresh produce, fruits, and homemade bread. Both my partner and I enjoyed horse riding, witnessing the excellent care provided to the horses and the exceptional guidance offered to riders of varying skill levels. It was a perfect getaway, and we will definitely return.