Horse Trekking Lake Okareka
Horse Trekking Lake Okareka
Horse Trekking Lake Okareka
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At Horse Trekking Lake Okareka you can explore 1500 acres of rolling sheep and cattle producing farmland on horseback. You will go on a guided trek through 500 acres of native bush between the volcanic Lake Okareka, Lake Tarawera and the famous Blue and Green Lakes. We have horses to suit all abilities. This is a horse rider’s paradise with stunning panoramic views. We cater for small groups of 1 – 12 people providing you with an exclusive riding experience.
Rotorua, New Zealand
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harikrishh1982
3 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Family
Lucy was awesome and took real good care of kiddos on the 2 ponies - Ponga and Keeper !!! They had such wonderful time
Written 15 November 2023
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asdupont
Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France4 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Solo
I had a really great time. Although we were a large group, Lucy and Holly managed it perfectly and I felt perfectly safe. I could trot and canter. My horse was very motivated and sure-footed. The material is good quality. Landscape and lookouts are amazing!!
Written 15 November 2023
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JuergenBu
Geneva, Switzerland148 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Family
Superbe horse riding expérience … beautiful nature and very kind horses. My daughter loved every second of it and so did I. Amazing landscape all alongside.
Written 26 October 2023
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Afamiliona A
Otara, New Zealand1 contribution
Sep. 2023 • Family
I would just like to thank Lucy and her team for an amazing experience. Am looking forward to doing this again and would recommend this to all who love great views, horse riding etc.
Written 4 October 2023
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Nancy B
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia9 contributions
Aug. 2023 • Family
AWESOME EXPERIENCE. Accomodating, friendly and helpful staff. Great views with lakes and baby lambs everywhere. Would definitely do it again
Written 19 September 2023
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Katrin G
3 contributions
Aug. 2023 • Family
What an amazing experience! My ten years old daughter convinced me- I have never been on a horse before.But perfect Peanut was such a sweet and calm horse and let me feel confident. The trekking was awesome, with wonderful views and even the rain didn't disturb. My daughter fell in love with her horse, too and we had really a great time
Thank you, Lucy!
Thank you, Lucy!
Written 20 August 2023
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Toni H
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Aug. 2023 • Friends
Amazing! What a day. Lucy is a fantastic guide. Lots of laughter and adventure. The views are spectacular. I highly recommend 2.5 hour trek for the best views.
I was nervous and Lucy put me at ease. My horse was Dallas and we were best mates by the end.
I was nervous and Lucy put me at ease. My horse was Dallas and we were best mates by the end.
Written 17 August 2023
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Kate P
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Aug. 2023 • Couples
Wow! This was hands down our favorite New Zealand adventure! Lucy was an awesome guide, giving us local knowledge and history all throughout our ride. The horses were beautiful and perfectly matched for our riding ability. We did the 2.5 hour ride and it was so magical. Every time I thought we’d seen the most lovely sight, we’d crest another hill and another stunning expanse greeted us. We loved seeing the sheep and cows grazing throughout the fields. We were even able to canter a little which is always special. I cannot recommend this horse trek enough! We will absolutely be return customers!
Written 11 August 2023
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Andrea B
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Aug. 2023 • Couples
Really great experience. Some awesome views of the lake and the pasture. You got to ride up to start then down at the end. Horses were easy to ride.
Written 6 August 2023
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Ping
7 contributions
Jul. 2023 • Family
Apparently most clients are relative beginners to horse riding - and I’m sure the horses would take you around nicely if you are! If you’re a bit more experienced, the 2.5 hour ride is amazing - you get a pretty steep climb though rainforest and then, once you’re finally on top of the hill, you have a stunning view over Lake Okareka and Lake Tarawera and a few trot/canter spots. It’s our first time in Rotorua and we felt that this was one of the best and most memorable ways to experience New Zealand. What better can you ask for than seeing volcanic lakes and NZ heritage forest on horseback!
Written 27 July 2023
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NegativeCategor... D
Singapore, Singapore49 contributions
Would you allow baby-wearing on a trek? I miss riding but have a toddler who can’t ride yet!
Lucy P
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand2 contributions
Hi. I am sorry but under our health and safety rules we cannot allow for 2 people on one horse. We do allow 3.5 year olds on the 1.5 trek because at this age they are strong enough to hold on while a guide leads their horse for them. Thanks, Lucy.
magganj2010
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Ska till Nya Zeeland Jan - feb 2019 o vill gärna rida. Vad finns det för alternativ hos er o vad kostar det. Vi är två kvinnor där en har häst o en har ridit i ungdomen men är”orädd” . Får manntrava o galoppera??
Lucy P
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand2 contributions
Hi Going to New Zealand Jan - Feb 2019 o would like to ride. What are your options at your disposal? What does it cost? We are two women where one has a horse o one has ridden in youth but is "afraid". Can manntrava o gallop?
Hi, Thanks for your message. All our treks and prices are on our website. I would recommend either the 2 hour for $110 or the 2.5 for $130 especially for people with riding experience. Yes you may go faster when the terrain permits. Thanks, Lucy.
Pipo2968
Singapore, Singapore546 contributions
Hi, can anyone share how to drive to Horse Trekking Lake Okareka Rotorua? On Google map, when I input "Horse Trekking Lake Okareka, Rotorua", it is in the middle of a grass field. When I input "51 Acacia Road", it is by the road side with no building and on Google map, I cannot see any road leading into the field - or is Google map wrong? Appreciate kind feedback.
Arno0571
Leeuwarden, The Netherlands718 contributions
Google maps is good. Just follow Acacia rd counter clockwise around the lake from the village (Lake Okareka) . They have a sign (white with on the bottom a red banner) mounted against a tree on the right hand side of the road (Acacia rd 51), next to a set of mail boxes. Turn right and after 100m, on the right hand side you’ll see the stables.
Otherwise call them.
Have fun, they have great rides with epic views from the hilltops
779dwayner
Tauranga, New Zealand1 contribution
Evening. My daughter and I are experiences riders that would love to go on a hour max trek where would get great views and be able to open up and have some high paced fun. Do you cater for this kind of ride? Cheers
Lucy P
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand2 contributions
Hi, Yes we do cater for people to go faster but there is not a lot of opportunity to do this on the one hour trek. I would recommend either the 1.5 or the 2 hour trek and you will be able to trot and canter. Thanks for your enquiry.
Kind regards, Lucy.
knowlesjo83
Horncastle, UK23 contributions
Hi my partner and I are coming to nz in October we are not experienced riders but would like to go on a trek is this possible ?
Lucy P
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand2 contributions
Hi. The majority of our clients have never ridden before and we have quiet horses to cater for beginner riders. I would recommend either the 1.5 hour trek or the 2 hour trek. Both have fabulous views with slightly better ones on the longer trek.
Thanks for your enquiry.
Kind regards, Lucy.
Spritza2014
Chichester, UK10 contributions
Hi there,
I am coming out to NZ from England to visit my daughter and would like to book a half day trek on the 12th April- is this possible please and how do I go about booking it? We can both ride.
Many thanks,
Mandie Bevington.
Lucy P
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand2 contributions
Hi Mandie,
You could ride for 2.5 hours at 10am on the 12th or 3 hours at 1.30pm on the same day. The easiest way to book is to visit our website at treklakeokareka and book online. We look forward to seeing you.
Kind regards, Lucy.
Catherine S
7 contributions
Hi there,
Do we need to book in advance? or we can just "walk-in"? Or do you have a time-slot for each ride?
Thanks
Lucy P
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand2 contributions
Hi. Yes you do need to book. We normally ride at 10am and 1.30pm and the best treks are the 1.5 hour and the 2 hour trek. Thanks. Lucy.
Ray S
Beijing, China305 contributions
Hi, is there an age limit for the 1.5hr trek? My son is 6 years old. He's only ever been on ponies led on a rope, is he too young/novice for a trek?
Also is their a weight limit for riding?
Thanks
Lucy P
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand2 contributions
Hi Ray, Thanks for your question. The age limit for the 1.5 hour ride is 4 years of age. The weight limit is 110 kilos. Thanks, Lucy. Horse Trekking Lake Okareka.