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The Cardrona
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#2 of 87 Outdoor Activities in Wanaka
Adrenaline & Extreme ToursHorseback Riding Tours
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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First class scenic horse trekking and quad bike tours of the stunning Cardrona Valley, Wanaka, South Island, New Zealand
Wanaka, New Zealand
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2023
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Jared
Auckland, New Zealand1 contribution
Amazing quad bike adventure! A must do if you are near Queenstown or Wanaka.
Dec 2023 • Family
The quad bike tour was fantastic. Great climbs (we climbed 1500m according to the guide), lots of small stream crossings, at times riding carefully through cows and sheep grazing. A few places to go a little faster too which was cool!

What a great way to see the amazing views from one of a kind high vantage points! This is right up there with some of the best adventure experiences I’ve done. My 18 year old son and I both loved it. It was challenging, thrilling, and fun.

Kelly was great to deal with when booking - great quick communication. She was accommodating and worked out starting earlier which worked great. Summer our guide was great too! She put everyone at ease and made sure we all had a great day - and we got great photos from the day.

Highly recommend!
Written 10 December 2023
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Michelle H
Chicago6 contributions
Super fun pub ride!
Nov 2023 • Solo
I had the best ride with Cadrona. I did the pub ride, which was an awesome blend of scenic views, river crossings, wandering through herds of sheep and even a cold beer at the iconic Cadrona Inn. Our group ended up consisting of all experienced riders and so we got to do a ton of cantering along the way - it was not the average trail ride. Our guide, Laura, did a great job of sharing interesting detail with us along the way. Highly recommend!
Written 10 December 2023
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Discover16320494633
1 contribution
Amazing experience
Nov 2023 • Family
A simply amazing adventure to share with my daughter. The whole experience and team were simply fantastic, the scenery was stunning, the horses beautiful and so friendly. I cannot recommend this enough.
Review of: Cardrona High Country Pub Trail Horse Riding Trek
Written 9 December 2023
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Christine A
9 contributions
Amazing ride!
Dec 2023 • Couples
A stand-out trail ride! Lots of opportunities to trot and canter, but also accessible and comfortable for beginners. The special saddle and "monkey strap" made it easy for my partner (who's a novice rider) to feel safe and secure even while going fast. Summer was terrific.
Review of: Cardrona High Country Pub Trail Horse Riding Trek
Written 8 December 2023
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Culture782977
2 contributions
Amazing Family Trail Ride with Expert Guide
Nov 2023 • Family
We called at 9:30 this morning and they were able to accommodate us for a private trail ride at 12:30. We spoke to Kelly who was so kind and helpful! When we arrived, we were greeted by the great staff and given a quick lesson before we were fitted with helmets and headed out. Kelly was our guide and she was so patient and encouraging with my two kiddos (9 and 10) who are very beginner. Our ride was stunning - she went at our pace and gave us great history and background of the land and the area. She even snapped some fantastic pictures for us! Kelly’s horses are gorgeous, obviously very well cared for, and extremely well trained. I can’t recommend enough! 10/10
Written 15 November 2023
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Andrew M
Wellington, New Zealand65 contributions
Fun horse ride for all levels
We have had a wonderful morning with Emily’s team and your wonderful horses. Both my daughter and I have found the guides friendly and helpful, with excellent support throughout the ride. We never felt unsafe and once the weather cleared up, we also got to enjoy the stunning view. We loved the horses, they are easy to handle, and well matched to our riding abilities.
Review of: Cardrona High Country Pub Trail Horse Riding Trek
Written 21 October 2023
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SallyStorey
Adelaide, Australia114 contributions
Great for kids
Oct 2023 • Family
Friendly and quick service. The kids loved the playground and it was easy to sit in the beer garden to watch them. Food was good and mulled wine delicious
Written 13 October 2023
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Christine L
Brisbane, Australia40 contributions
Great experience through the high country
Oct 2023 • Couples
We had an excellent time on the quad bike tour today at Cardrona. Spent time in the beautiful back country of Cardrona. Kat and Kelly made the trip fun, interesting and safe . The trek can be a bit tricky in parts but you are never under any pressure to do more than you are comfortable and Kat is happy fir you to ride in the buggy for as much or as little as you want . The scenery is spectacular and the commentary interesting too.
Review of: Cardrona Valley Mountain Quad Experience from Wanaka
Written 11 October 2023
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Su-Jin Y
Brisbane, Australia3 contributions
Quad biking was super fun!!
Sep 2023 • Couples
We did the quad bike tour with Kelly. I have never been on a quad bike before, so Kelly was extremely helpful and made sure I felt comfortable before we started ascending the mountain. The views were spectacular and we really enjoyed the tour. We also loved the warm welcome from the furry residents - Jimmy, Ettie and Barney.
Review of: Cardrona Valley Mountain Quad Experience from Wanaka
Written 30 September 2023
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Sightseer62633157513
1 contribution
A must do experience
Sep 2023 • Family
We got our money's worth and more. Blandine was an amazing guide, we got the chance to learn about the area, see fantastic views and have an amazing experience, all in one. Highly recommend
Review of: Cardrona Valley Mountain Quad Experience from Wanaka
Written 1 September 2023
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