High-Country Cattle Muster Adventure

7 days 6 nights
New Zealand
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Lauren B.
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Difficulty
Challenging
Comfort
Basic+
Upscale
Weight limit

Experience the thrill of a real cattle muster

This fully catered adventure offers a chance to learn the ropes and get hands-on with experienced riders. We provide trusty horses that know the terrain and the task at hand, guiding you every step of the way. 

Get ready for an authentic taste of life on a high-country station - it’s an unforgettable experience!

from
$3,147
per tourist for 7 days
Departing from
Richard Pearse-Timaru-Levels Airport
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Photo Lauren B.
Lauren B. is the provider and guide of this trip
The provider speaks: English
Hey there, I live on a station in the South Island, New Zealand. I have had a passion for horses my whole life and now I get to show people from all over the world our home from horse back.

Tour highlights

At the ranch
Authentic Cattle Muster Experience
Get involved in a real cattle muster, learning traditional techniques and experiencing the excitement firsthand
On the route
Expert Guidance & Trusty Horses
Benefit from experienced guides and ride well-trained horses who know the terrain, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience
Accommodation
High-Country Station Life
Immerse yourself in the unique culture and lifestyle of a high-country station, with delicious meals and comfortable accommodations

Route details

Day 1
Arrival Day

Around 2 pm arrive at the station. Meet the crew and riders and get matched up with your pony.

Join us on a short river ride, this gives you a chance to get to know your horse. 

After the ride enjoy a delicious dinner and play card games with your new companions.

On the route
Making notes
Day 2
Muster Day
Day 3
Muster Day
Day 4
Muster Day
Day 5
Muster Day
Day 6
Calf Marking Celebration
Day 7
Final Day
Difficulty
Challenging
Does not require specific skills, but one must be in good health
Tour provider's comments

Riding time: from 4 to 8 hours per day.

Horse Breed: Stationbred, Standardbred, Thoroughbred and Warm Blood.

Tack Type: stock saddles and western tack.

NOTE

  • Only intermediate to experienced riders can book the muster;
  • All riders must be physically fit at the time of the muster;
  • All riders must be able to walk down hill;
  • All riders must be comfortable at walk, trot and canter.
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Accommodation

Comfort
Basic+
Upscale
  • Cook Shop;
  • Basin Hut Cattle Camp with Bell Tents;
  • Blue Mountain Lake Station;
  • Mostly private rooms, although some room sharing maybe required;
  • Linens and towels provided;
  • Washroom - showers or washing in the creek;
  • All of your gear will be delivered to your accomodation. 

NOTE: there is no average number of nights for each accommodation variant, where tourists stay. It is decided by the end of each day.

Tickets to group meeting place

Group meeting place
Richard Pearse-Timaru-Levels Airport
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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
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Tour conditions

Included

  • 7 days program;
  • 6 nights accommodation;
  • chef- cooked meals provided from dinner on 8/1/25 to breakfast on 14/1/25; 
  • snacks;
  • complimentary beer and wine;
  • beef, mutton, pork and wild venison all from the farm;
  • English speaking experienced guides;
  • access to the Station's trails; 
  • gear cartage and delivery; 
  • pack horses; 
  • horse equipment; 
  • riding helmet if needed; 
  • first aid kit.

Extras

  • international flights to and from New Zealand; 
  • airport transfers; 
  • personal travel insurance (we advise all guests to require health and travel insurance before arriving); 
  • additional accommodation before and after trip;
  • additional meals; 
  • alcoholic beverages;
  • tips, gratuities and personal expenses.

Group size

up to 8 tourists

Duration

7 days
6 nights

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING:

  • warm clothes are essential for high country weather;
  • power banks – no electricity supply for charging devices.

These trips are entirely based outdoors and will be big days on horseback so make sure that you have prepared to be comfortable. Gear will be carted to each accommodation ahead of our arrival on horse-back, please ensure that you have packed your bags so that items are not going to fall out en-route. Cameras are optional and encouraged so that you can capture your adventure. We advise that you have a neck strap and a travel case for your camera so that it can be stored and carried in a way that is compatible with riding a horse at the same time. 

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Dates and Prices

  • from
    $3,147
    8 – 14 Jan, 2025 7 days 6 nights
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