Experienced guides escort riders twice daily along the 13km circular route. The trail takes about two hours to complete, leading through beautiful fynbos coastal vegetation, towards the Gamtoos river with breathtaking views from the dunes and finally returning along a 6 km stretch of deserted beach. Here on this isolated beach, riders can canter their mounts in the shallows or have an exhilarating gallop on the sand.
The trail provides magnificent views of the area and affords ample opportunity to spot a variety of bird species, tortoises, bushbuck, plant and marine life. Imagine whale watching from horseback!
You may see seals basking in the sun and the rare African Black Oystercatcher is always to be found near the Gamtoos river mouth.
The guides escort every group and assist riders in selecting horses just right for their respective capabilities. This outride is ideal for intermediate and advanced riders, though in quiet times, we also accommodate first timers and beginners. Experienced riders can choose not to go with a guide and have the freedom to explore the valley at their own pace.
RIDING EXPERIENCE
If You have different experience riders in the group – please make separate bookings for Beginner, Intermediate & Experienced Riders. Riders of different experience will have the same departure time but will have horses that suit their skill and group will be split into rider capabilities during the trail
Saddles : McClellan Saddles
Safety: Helmets & Chaps Provided
RIDING EXPERIENCE
If You have different experience riders in the group – please make separate bookings for Beginner, Intermediate & Experienced Riders. Riders of different experience will have the same departure time but will have horses that suit their skill and group will be split into rider capabilities during the trail
Weight 115kg Max
Baby sitting option for children under 8 – for the same price, children will have a 2 hour horse experience at Base Camp.
Papiesfontein Beach Horse Rides
When I stumbled across the Papiesfontein website while planning our trip along the Garden Route the experience looked amazing. It was actually better! Being absolute beginners we were slightly nervous, but were quickly put at ease by the excellent instructions and beautiful well behaved horses. The route we were taken on was simply stunning never seen a beach like this. Would definitely come again. Thank you so much for a wonderful afternoon. - Andrew
We booked a beginner's tour for our family since we have varying levels of riding experience. The nearly two-hour ride exceeded all our expectations. The staff was very friendly and helpful, making us feel completely safe. And what an incredible setting we rode through! We were all extremely happy with the experience and can't give anything less than five stars for this amazing adventure! We will definitely book another tour the next time we're in the area. - Marcus
Had an amazing hack across the most beautiful trail and beach the staff were very friendly and helpful making a beginner feel relaxed and the horses were well behaved and suited for both myself and my husband as a beginner and intermediate. We have been on a few hacks whilst travelling the Garden Route but this was definitely by far the best . - Sarah
Horseback riding was one of the best attractions in South Africa. I really enjoyed it. The staff was incredibly kind and helpful. Thank you! - Klára
Absolutely fabulous! Friendly and knowledgeable staff, great horses and an all round incredible experience. The views were breathtaking, trotting on the beach was so much fun. We went for my daughter's 10th birthday, and all she wants to do is go again. Definitely worth it! - Melissa
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