Boutique Horsetreks

Boutique Horsetreks

Boutique Horsetreks
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Exclusive horsetreks for 1 - 5 riders. Small groups, beginners, intermediate and advanced. Individual attention & natural horsemanship techniques training on each ride. Magic Beach Ride, Sparkling River Ride, Clearview Winery Ride & Mystery Ride.
Clive, New Zealand
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John D
Havelock North, New Zealand13 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Family
Thank you Dzidra for a fabulous horse trek experience! By greeting and getting to know our horses, learning techniques to gain their trust and obedience, and saddling up I felt so much more confident as a beginner when we stepped out on the trail. Dzidra is a great tutor and knows her horses intimately. The adventure ride was magical - a mix of surf beach, trail paths and even a river crossing on a beautiful morning. Paddy was a perfect companion to the trip - calm, obedient and friendly. Small group riding at its best - highly recommended
Written 11 December 2023
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Vicky G
Newcastle, UK23 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Family
What an amazing experience. It was so lovely getting to know the horse and spending time learning about each other before embarking on a stunning ride - the mutual trust was there 100%. Tiare is a beauty and I hated leaving her at the end of the trek!
Beautiful horses, really well led tour with a great chance to learn about walking, leading, brushing, saddling. Fantastic day in the Bay.
Written 6 December 2023
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Margot Wilson
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2020
Walking through the waves on my horse and seeing the looks of pure joy on my 6 year old grandaughter's face as she rode freely beside me, made this experience truly magical for us both. Dzidra is so good with the young riders, singing songs, using fun games to help them grow in confidence and trust their horse. And these horses are really trustworthy and make the ride relaxed and enable you to truly experience the beautiful Hawkes Bay scenery. What I really love is that Dzidra trains her horses without using a bridle and bit and this makes it a unique riding experience and quite different from anything I've done before.
Written 12 July 2020
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Daleen B
Auckland, New Zealand1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2021 • Couples
The whole process was easy and reassuring, from booking with Dzidra, who was very understanding ans reassuring with all my tedious questions.
On Sunday afternoon we went on a beach tour. We were both total novices and very nervous, but Marcella, our guide, was amazing. We learned to walk the horses, and walked on the rocky beach as well as through the wetlands and we enjoyed our tour very much! A totally new experience and definitely highly recommend if you're in the Hawkes Bay area, to get amonst it and go for a horse trek.
Written 24 May 2021
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Merryn O
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2020 • Solo
This beautiful place is one in a million to trek from. The horses are all fun, unique and gorgeous. They are some of the most well behaved, responsive horses I have ever met!

Complete beginner riders will be so comfortable on any trek Boutique offers. And experienced riders have the opportunity to ride a faster more exhilarating trek! The beach ride is so magical, having horses who are so comfortable with the sea and the waves is rare and special.
As well as this the environment and the landscapes you ride through are stunning. The whole experience is relaxing and great fun!

Would recommend to anyone who is passing through Hawkes Bay area.
Written 1 August 2020
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jaclynmatthee
Auckland Central, New Zealand3 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Family
The ride was advertised as a 2 hour beach ride. The actual ride was only an hour. My friend's horse had an injury, and was scared of waves. We arrived 15mins before the start of the session. No one was around. We tried knocking and calling. When the lady answered the phone she said we were early and she was still getting dressed. This was around 9:50 and our the ride was booked at 10:00.
Written 15 July 2024
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Thank you for your feedback, Jaclyn. I’d like to clarify a few points to address your concerns. You booked your trek for March 2024, which was advertised as a 1.5-hour Magical Beach Experience—not a two-hour ride. This information is outlined on our website, and I regret that there may have been some misunderstanding about what the experience includes. Our trek is unique in that it offers a "From Paddock to Ride Experience," which is clearly described on the website. This includes time spent catching your horse in the paddock, engaging in ground exercises to build a connection with your horse, grooming, and saddling—all essential components of the experience. These activities are designed to enhance your overall enjoyment and understanding of the ride and are part of the 1.5-hour timeframe. Regarding the horse’s condition, I want to assure you that the horse had a minor blister under her girth that was treated by a veterinarian. We used a special padded girth with cream, and the vet confirmed the horse was fit for the trek. Additionally, after you booked, I sent a confirmation email that clearly stated the trek start time was exactly 10 a.m. Arriving earlier can disrupt our schedule as we often have multiple treks, and this time frame allows for adequate rest for both the horses and myself. I appreciate your understanding and encourage future guests to carefully review the experience details before booking to ensure expectations align with what we offer. Thank you again for taking the time to share your thoughts.
Written 17 January 2025
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Karen N
Napier1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2020 • Family
5 star service with Dzidra, Jess and horses. Looking forward to future adventures soon. Amazing mum and daughter ride along the beach and through the waves on very patient and sure footed horses. Highly recommend especially to those suffering with the effects of depression or anxiety.
Written 18 May 2020
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Maria D
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2022 • Solo
I had such a great time on this ride - with beautiful weather, scenery & an individually catered experience with lots of variety. I found there was great, clear communication including the style of the ride (bitless & western saddle) & the cues the horses best respond to.
I had a fantastic time from start to finish!! I would definitely recommend Dzidra & Boutique Horse Treks, & I’m looking forward to going back again sometime soon!
Written 3 May 2022
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JaneneKerry
Negombo, Sri Lanka72 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2020
A lovely warm experience with my 2 grand daughters. Dzidra was a wonderful instructor who related well to kids and adults. The horses were well trained an I would highly recommend Boutique Horse Treks. They are a very professional and competent establishment. Cheers Kerry
Written 12 July 2020
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Jessica S
7 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2021 • Couples
We have just done this trek and it was great fun! Good for beginners as you are always made to feel safe, whilst learning. Still great if you have some experience riding, as it is a lovely route you take. We were lucky enough to experience a beautiful HB sunset whilst out. Would recommend to do this whilst in the area. Thank you! 😊
Written 15 May 2021
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