The Rees River Trail

Our most popular ride for all abilities, cross glacial rivers and experience the untamed beauty of Glenorchy.

Price

$220.00 | Adult 
$210 | Child

Experience

All Riding Abilities

Duration

2.5 hour Experience

Departures

 9 AM & 2:30 PM

Minimum Age

7 years old

Weight Limit

95kg

Ride beneath snow capped mountains as you cross pristine glacial rivers.

Taking the best of the Rees River and showcasing it to you. This 2.5 hour ride caters for beginners, intermediate and experienced riders looking for a relaxed paced scenic trail. Designed to take in the stunning scenery that is Glenorchy, the Rees river trail takes clients across farmland and onto the Rees River. You will experience crossing glacial fed waters, ride amongst the lupin / wild flower fields, and be awe inspired by our beautiful snow-capped mountain ranges known famously from LOTR, Hobbit, The Chronicles of Narnia, Mission Impossible and Wolverine origins. Come and have a REAL Kiwi experience!

Please note, this ride does not guarantee a faster pace, this is subject to our guides recommendation and group ability. If you are an experienced rider after the thrill of a canter, please look into our Rees River PRO Instead. 

Book an unforgettable experience with High Country Horses today and witness the awe-inspiring vistas that have captivated hearts for generations. Experience the magic, heritage, and natural wonders of Glenorchy from the saddle of a trusted companion.

Testimonials

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Evenings like these its almost sad to be headed for home. 
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JOIN THE TEAM! JOB OPPORTUITY IN AN OFFICE WITH A WORLD CLASS VIEW 👌🏻

High Country Horses is looking for a superstar Camp Director to join our team for the summer season. We are after someone who can work individually and as part of a team with great time management as you would be responsible for the transfers of our multi day ride clients to and from Queenstown, setting up camp each day as the rides move throughout the area, collecting and transporting catering along with returning used containers to our caterer. 
Because of the transportation aspect of this job, our ideal candidate would already hold their P class licence or be willing and able to obtain it. 
Accomodation can be arranged if needed. This role is Monday - Friday with a minimum 30 hours per week with a break over Christmas/New Year holidays. 
Please note this is not a guiding/riding position and is a seasonal role from October-March. 
If this sounds like the job for you, or someone you know, please get a hold of Amanda at info@highcountryhorses.nz or on 03 442 9915

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Beautiful, picturesque landscape views of Glenorchy's basin, crossing glacial rivers whilst on horseback 😍 Save up to 20% off! ⁠
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Four day, 76km backpacking trip along the Rees Track.  Yeah, I climbed those mountains. 
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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! Our Rees River Trail ride is suitable for riders of all abilities. From beginners through to experienced riders. 

Our guides offer expert tuition and horses that excel at helping beginners find their confidence as you explore the wondrous Rees Valley on horseback. 

Yes! our age limit for the Rees River Trail ride is 7 years old. If your child is younger we recommend checking out our Mid Rivers One Hour Ride. 

All children under 18 years old and MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

The well being and safety of our horses is of the utmost importance to our team and weight limits are put in place to ensure their welfare is kept in accordance to the world horse welfare tourism standard. We are strict on this policy.

Please note that guests may be weighed at check in and then introduced to the horse that best suits your riding ability and weight.

Long trousers, suitable sturdy footwear, sunglasses, sunscreen. During winter please bring warm layers including socks, gloves, scarf.

Our Rees River Trail is a walk, trot pace only.

There is NO GUARANTEE you’ll be able to go faster on this ride.

If you are an experienced rider after the thrill of a canter or faster paced ride please look into our ‘Rees River Pro’ ride instead.

All booking cancellations 7 days prior to your trek date will be refunded in full.  

50% of the booking cost will be refunded between 7 days and 24 hours of your cancellation request.  

No refund is available within 24 hours of your departure time

The back drop of this ride has been featured in numerous movies over the years. 

You’ll be riding beneath the famous “misty mountains” in The Lord of The Rings looking up at the Dart Valley that was the location of the tower of Isengard. 

You will also ride right through a scene from X-Men Origins Wolverine – a famous bridge that has been used for countless Car commercials to name just a few.

Most importantly… this ride will leave you feeling like you’re the star in your own movie!

The adventure of a lifetime is just a few clicks away.

Interactive Trail map