Treks available at Falling Creek Ranch
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The Lesson and Trek 1 hour Combo $75 per person (suit beginner riders)
Gain confidence and learn some basic riding skills in a safe, contained area, put your skills into practice on the obstacle course then go on a 30 minutes trek down the hill to the bottom where we splash through and walk along in the creek, then on a track by the creek which is surrounded by native bush, then back home.
The Farm Trek 1 hour $75 per person (suitable for all riding levels, recommended for beginner riders)
This trek meanders down the hill to the bottom where we splash through and walk along in the creek, then on a track by the creek which is surrounded by native bush, it then heads along the farm tracks and paddocks ending up at the top flats to take in the view of Mt Taranaki, Mt Ruapehu and ocean, then we head back home via the pond that we walk the horses through.
The Roadside Trek 1 hour $75 per person (suitable for all riding levels, recommended for nervous riders or those who have never ridden before)
A quiet country roadside trek that is completely flat and takes in mountain and sea views, usually the neighbour’s sheep, cows, turkeys and peacocks can be seen too. This trek suits all riding abilities but is especially good for days where the farm tracks are too wet and slippery, or for those who don’t like to ride on sloping tracks.
Seaview Trek 1.5 hours $110 per person
This trek heads down the main track to the bottom, then we head out to the back of the farm going past the back pond, up to a top corner of the farm with fabulous vistas of surrounding farmland, and Mt Taranaki, Mt Ruapehu and the ocean on a clear day, then home via the pond that we walk the horses through, then heads back along the main tracks back down to the creek crossing where we splash through and walk along in the creek, then on a track by the creek which is surrounded by native bush, then back home.
The Falling Creek Ranch Tour 2 hour trek $140 per person (suitable for people who are used to riding horses.)
The full farm tour including all the above and much more.
Beach treks 1 hour trek $135 per person, 1.5 hours $175 per person, 2 hours $215 per person
Minimum of 2 people, maximum 3 people. We can do larger groups, only 3 per ride but back to back treks. For only 2 people it must be a 1.5 or 2 hour trek. Our farm is 30 minutes from the beach. Bookings are essential
TREKKING INFO
Weight Limit – 90kg
Please complete the online trekking form (Trekking Form) so we can have suitable horses for your weight range all ready to go. The bank details are also on the trekking form, just pop the payment through with your name and date of trek as a reference and you will be all sorted. NO EFTPOS, cash or internet banking into Southern Sky Farms Ltd 03 1750 0491085 000 putting your trek date and name as a reference.
We are at 639 Waikupa Road, allow 20 minutes from Wanganui. Our property is clearly signposted. Once at our house, park in the carpark area and walk down the driveway, past the shed with 3 grey tanks to the woolshed.
Wear sturdy shoes with a small heel if possible to prevent the foot slipping around in the stirrups, (not chunky /extra grippy soled shoes) Gumboots are fine for kids who will most likely ride in an English saddle but not for adults as it damages the adult western saddles. Also long pants are better for kids to prevent pinching and rubbing from the saddle, but shorts are ok for adults in a western saddle. In the winter/wetter months wear gumboots to the woolshed then change into your ridding shoes as it can be muddy. Also a rain jacket is good to bring, we can tie to the saddle just in case its neededI usually take a few photos of your trek and messenger/WhatsApp them to you after your trek, and you are welcome to take your own photos along the way too.
