Welcome to Mt. Lyford Horse Riding
Kate Tapley Horse Treks operates from earthquake damaged Christchurch. We have survived, the staff are ok, the horses take this in their stride. If you are in Christchurch we hope you are ok, and on the road to recovery.
We are open for riding at all three venues.
We offer short rides and overnight horse treks through native beech forest, tussock high country and river valleys amongst the Amuri Range between Hanmer Springs and Kaikoura in the heart of the Alpine Pacific Triangle.
Natural Horsemanship and Treks
We teach and apply the principles of natural
horsemanship using the horse's own language. Mt.
Lyford Horse Treks is operated by Kate Tapley, a
leading practitioner of natural horsemanship. Kate and her team of qualified trek guides guide you in small riding groups on our
trails. Each riding activity begins with a partnering up session where you learn how horses think, and how to build rapport, communication and leadership with your horse. This enriches your ride making it safer, rewarding and fun. We ride in natural rope halters. No bits. This promotes communication
rather than force.
We offer:
- One and a half-hour introduction session to all day treks
- Partnering Up Sessions
- Accommodation & Holiday Options
- Riding Weekends
- Clinics in Natural Horsemanship
- Lessons
- Luxury Horse Treks (2-6 days)
- Overnight Rides (2-6 days)
- Team Building & Leadership Training
- Bring Your Own Horse
You will Learn:
- How Horses think
- To overcome your fear of horses
- To communicate easily with your horse
Book your own Trek Guide or join a group.
Treks are suitable for adults, young people and children with all levels of experience. The horses are all naturally trained, kind, and chosen to suit you.
Digital photo service and gear such as helmets, gloves, chaps, long riding coats, extra warm clothes, cups of tea, lunch and saddle bags all supplied
We ride in natural rope halters. No bits. This promotes communication rather than force
Contact us and I am delighted to make your riding happen for you and your party so it is memorable, inspiring and just what you are after.
Hanmer Connection have a bus service: ph 0800242663