HORSE TREKS
EXPERIENCE NEW ZEALAND ON HORSEBACK
Nestled in a tranquil valley surrounded by towering mountains, crystal clear lakes, streams and sprawling farmland, these treks can be experienced by all levels of riders.
Whether you are looking to enjoy a peaceful ride through beautiful scenery or seeking a more adventurous experience, Moke Lake Horse Treks offers a memorable way to explore
one of New Zealand's most picturesque locations.
Please note - we DO NOT guarentee a faster pace on any day ride we host, this is determined by group ability, track/safety conditions and guide recommendations on the day. If you are an experienced rider after the thrill of exploring our iconic scenery at a faster speed, we suggest contacting us and booking an exclusive ride instead. Prices start at $250/person/hour.
PRIVATE
Trek
Discover the breathtaking beauty of
Moke Lake with our exclusive horse trek, specifically curated to you or your group.
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CUSTOM RIDE DURATION
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AGE 5+
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ALL LEVELS
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MAX. WEIGHT 100 KG
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CHOOSE YOUR DEPARTURE TIME
Each ride is led by one of our experienced guides, who shares their passion and knowledge while ensuring a safe, relaxed, and enjoyable journey. You’ll explore tranquil back-country trails and breathtaking landscapes, hidden away from the crowds. Every ride is thoughtfully tailored to your ability and pace, with carefully selected horses suited to all levels. Optional boutique add-ons, from professional photography to bespoke dining, allow you to shape the experience to suit you.
$250 pp. per hour
LAKE SHORE
Trek
A calm trail, showcasing Moke lakes pristine beauty. Perfect for families, beginners and first-time riders.
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45 MINUTE RIDE
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AGE 5+
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LEVEL: FIRST TIME RIDERS/BEGINNERS
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MAX. WEIGHT 100 KG
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DAILY DEPARTURE AT 3:00 PM
Our Lake Shore trek is the perfect horse riding experience for families, first-time riders/beginners, or anyone looking for a gentle introduction to horseback riding among some of New Zealand's best kept scenery. This calm 45 minute trail combines the beauty of sprawling farmland, rugged mountain ranges and the famous crystal clear waters of Moke Lake, allowing you to fully take in the serene environment, experience epic views and connect with your horse in a peaceful, relaxed manner.
Beginner
$130 p.p
MOKE VALLEY
Trek
A gentle journey through extraordinary scenery, through pristine landscapes shaped by iconic mountain views.
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90 MINUTE RIDE
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AGE 8+
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LEVEL: BEGINNER
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MAX. WEIGHT 95 KG
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DAILY DEPARTURE AT 12:00 PM
Our Moke Valley Trek takes you on an unforgettable ride through breathtaking alpine scenery. Journey across the open valley framed by towering mountains, cross crystal-clear glacial streams and follow the peaceful shores of Moke Lake. As you ride, you'll be treated to stunning views of our iconic mountains with opportunities to take in the scenery from different vantage points. This route has it all, making it our most popular day trek, adding a touch of adventure around every turn.
Most popular trek
$180 p.p
MULTI DAY
Trek
COMING SOON
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GILLS CANYON
Trek
Experience nature, embrace adventure. Navigate vast valleys, epic mountain ridgelines and rivers.
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2 HOUR RIDE
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AGE 12+
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LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE - EXPERIENCED
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MAX WEIGHT 85 KG
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DAILY DEPARTURE AT 9:00 AM
The Gills Canyon trek takes you on a stunning scenic route, offering breath-taking, diverse views as you navigate our vast valleys and alpine treks. This journey includes an exciting mix of terrain from open meadows and gentle hills to rugged, ridged mountain paths, sweeping canyons and river crossings, you might even see a waterfall or two! If you have a sense of adventure and love nature, this is the experience for you! Suited to intermediate riders and above. NOT recommended if you have vertigo.
$265 p.p
Experienced
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CITY TRANSFER OPTIONS AVAILABLE
FULL DAY
Trek
If you are an experienced rider, after a truely authentic horse riding adventure, this experience is for you!
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ROUGHLY 5 HOURS
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AGE 12+
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EXPERIENCED LEVEL
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MAX. WEIGHT 85 KG
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9 A.M DEPARTURE
Built for confident riders, this full-day high-country trek packs nearly five hours of thrilling riding through New Zealand’s wildest terrain. From Moke Lake, you’ll climb rugged ridgelines, cross glacial rivers and canter through vast alpine valleys and forest, with epic views over Lake Wakatipu and the Southern Alps at every turn. A secluded alpine stop for a gourmet picnic refuels you mid-ride before the adventure continues. This is raw, untamed back-country riding at its finest.
$875 p.p
"Simply outstanding experience for me and my wife on a private tour with Flore. My wife is an experienced rider and I am a non rider, but Flore selected appropriate, happy horses from their large stock. Simply beautiful scenery. We have done many horse treks around the world but non as scenic and stunning as this one. The team at Moke Lake Trekking were friendly and knowledgeable about the horses and the surrounding area."
Christopher B - Google Reviews
