Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.3, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Horse Trek'n Horse Riding New Zealand ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Save up to 10% on all bookings this September school holidays!](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/site-news/save-up-to-10-on-all-bookings-this-september-school-holidays) - We're giving you the opportunity to save 10% on all horse riding bookings this September school holidays. Come give something new a try - and get outdoors and celebrate the sunny arrival of spring up here in the Bay of Islands! We have rides available to suit the whole family and can cater to all - [Bookings now Open for 2025/2026 Season](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/site-news/horseriding-bookings-now-open-for-2025-2026-season) - We’re excited to announce that bookings are now open for another incredible season of horse trekking here in the Bay of Islands! Whether you’re joining us for a gentle forest ride, a family-friendly beginner trek, or our one-of-a-kind sea swim experience, we can’t wait to share the magic of our horses and the beauty of - [Price Change from 1st April 2023](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/site-news/price-change-from-1st-april-2023) - Hey there everyone, We just wanted to notify everyone that from the 1st of April 2023 there will be a change to our pricing structure across our Ride the Waves and Forest and Hillside trek. Unfortunately a number of our costs have increased, and while we have attempted to absorb this through our busy summer - [Waitangi Endowment Forest - Logging Update November 2022](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/site-news/waitangi-endowment-forest-logging-update-november-2022) - Update: 9/11/2022 - Photograph's of Forestry Changes and Ride Availability We are delighted to say that we can now re-offer our Forest & Hillside Trail again temporarily during the weekends only from the 19th of November. It will be a further couple of weeks before weekday bookings can resume as a result of continued logging - [2 for 1 Horse Riding Offer Through June 2022](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/site-news/2-for-1-horse-riding-offer-through-june-2022) - Yahoo - we are celebrating the start of Winter here in the Bay of Islands by offering all of our awesome customers a 2 for 1 deal on our 1 hour Bayview Scenic ride on all dates through June 2022. The offer is open for all dates between the 1st of June 2022 and the - [Horse Riding Lessons Now Available in Paihia and Waitangi](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/site-news/horse-riding-lessons-now-available-in-paihia-and-waitangi) - We're excited to announce that we are now able to offer horse riding lessons to our lovely local community (and visitors too of course!) Here at Horse Trek'n we feel passionately about introducing people to the world of horses and horse riding - while the majority of our trek's are suitable for beginner riders also - [Horse Trek'n Covid-19 Statement - Updated December 2021](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/site-news/horse-trekn-is-re-opening-may-14th-2020) - Updated Statement: December 3rd 2021. Kia Ora everyone, With New Zealand’s move to the new COVID-19 Protection ‘Traffic Light’ Framework we wanted to give you a little update on our situation. Due to being a predominantly outdoor business and operating with fewer than 10 customers at a time, under the government’s current rules we do - [Horse Trek'n Is Closed - COVID-19 Update Statement](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/site-news/horse-trekn-remains-open-covid-19-update-statement) - Please find a statement below from Horse Trek'n Limited to all of our clients in regards to the COVID-19 virus: Clients, Based on current government advice, we will be closed for at least the next 4 weeks as a result of sanctions regarding the current caronavirus outbreak. We hope to be back as soon as - [Bay of Islands Climate - Predicting the weather forecast for your horse ride](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/site-news/bay-of-islands-climate-predicting-the-weather-forecast-for-your-horse-ride) - Up here in the Bay of Islands we are fortunate to be placed in a subtropical climate, this means we experience much warmer temperatures all year around when compared with most of the the rest of New Zealand. The average temperature in the summer is a sunny 26°C (or 75°F) where as in winter - [Check out our New Video!](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/site-news/horse-trekn-video) - This year we've launched our new Horse Trek'n video! Take a look at what you can experience if you come for a ride with us in the beautiful Bay of Islands! Bookings are essential, and book early to avoid disappointment. - [Easter Competition Time!](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/site-news/easter-competition-time) - Is Easter time at Horse Trek'n and we're offering yourself and a friend the opportunity to win a free ride. See full terms and conditions of our Facebook competition below. - [Northland Locals Winter Special Offer!](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/site-news/northland-locals-winter-special-offer) - Horse Trek'n is a horseback riding and trekking business located in the Bay of Islands New Zealand. We're offering a 2 for 1 for all of our lovely local residents across Northland the opportunity to ride with us this winter. - [Our 5 secret tips for getting rid of mud fever and rain scald in horses](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/site-news/our-5-secret-tips-for-getting-rid-of-mud-fever-and-rain-scald-in-horses) - So what actually is mud-fever we hear you ask? ‘Mud-fever’ as we will call it, goes by many different terms such as; rain scald (or rain rot), equine dermatitis, scratches or greasy heel. It is a collective term for what is essentially a bacterial, and in some cases fungal, infection. ## Pages - [Home](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/) - Horseback riding experiences in the Bay of Islands. Swimming with horses, riding through forestry and exploring incredible views - suited to all ability levels. - [Rides & Prices](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/horse-riding-prices) - Join us for our horse riding treks across the Bay of Islands in New Zealand. Swim with horses and ride through the Waitangi Forest - catering to all experience. - [Ride, Dip & Sip](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/horse-riding-prices/ride-and-snacks) - Come and join us for a ride and snack stop at Pikiniki Cafe in the stunning Wairoa bay - Waitangi - Bay of Islands. - [Bayly's Coastal Farm Ride](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/horse-riding-prices/baylys-farm-ride) - Come and join us for a once in a lifetime experience, the opportunity to ride through Bayly's farm in the stunning Bay of Islands. - [Run the Woods + Swim the Waves](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/horse-riding-prices/run-and-swim) - Come and join us for a once in a lifetime experience, the opportunity to swim on horseback in the stunning Wairoa bay - Waitangi - Bay of Islands. - [Bayview Scenic Ride](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/horse-riding-prices/scenic-horse-ride) - Join us for a relaxed horse ride around the Bay of Islands in New Zealand. This ride is ideal for families with younger children, nervous riders or first time riders. We'll embark on a ride at a steady pace, leaving our Waitangi base and ride up to a panoramic viewpoint looking out over the entire Bay. - [Forest & Hillside](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/horse-riding-prices/forest-hillside-horseback-trek) - Join us for a 2 hour horse ride through the stunning Waitangi Endowment Forest near Waitangi in the Bay of Islands. Suitable for all levels of experience. - [Ride the Waves](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/horse-riding-prices/beach-ride-swim) - Come and join us for a once in a lifetime experience, the opportunity to swim on horseback in the stunning Wairoa bay - Waitangi - Bay of Islands. - [Our Horses](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/about-us/our-horses) - Meet the horses who make up our friendly, well trained horse riding & trekking team. Each of them hand picked for their laid back attitudes and fun characters! - [About Us](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/about-us) - Our mission is to showcase the beauty of New Zealand in the most natural way. We’re located just 5 minutes from Paihia - come for a horse ride with us today. - [Book Now](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/book-now) - Use our safe and secure online booking platform to view horse riding availability and book online. Spaces are limited so advanced booking is recommended. - [Gallery](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/horse-riding-photo-gallery) - Horse riding and trekking in the stunning Bay of Islands New Zealand, just 5 minutes outside of Paihia. View a selection of our photos and book your ride of a lifetime today! - [Our Area](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/about-us/bay-of-islands) - Find out more about the rich history of the Bay of Islands area that we call home. From Bledisloe's gift to the history of the Waitangi forest and much more. - [Contact](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/contact) - Looking to book a horse ride or trek in the Bay of Islands? Get in touch with us today via phone, email or our online booking form to find out more or secure you horse ride today. - [Private Rides](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/horse-riding-prices/private-horse-ride-booking) - We offer people the opportunity to book a private horse riding experiences as an extension of our existing group ride offering. - [Visiting By Cruise Ship](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/horse-riding-prices/visiting-bay-of-islands-by-cruise-ship) - Visiting the Bay of Islands by Cruise Ship and want to come for a horse ride? Find everything you need to know about visiting the area by cruise and more! - [Riding Gift Vouchers](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/horse-riding-prices/riding-gift-vouchers) - Gift a friend or family member a unique horse riding experience. With options from swimming with horses to forestry rides, scenic rides and even riding lessons. - [Find Us](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/contact/find-us) - Wondering how to find your way to Paihia? We'll give you directions from Auckland, Pakaraka, Kaitaia so that you can find us up here by the Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Don't have your own car? No problem - we have details of local transport who will help out. - [FAQ](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/horse-riding-faq) - Have a question about horse riding? Unsure how to classify your existing horse riding experience? Take a look through our frequently asked questions. - [Terms and conditions](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/terms-and-conditions) - Here you will find our Terms & Conditions, along with our cancellation policy. Be sure to read through all the information prior to booking your horse ride. - [Paihia Weather Cam](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/paihia-weather-cam-bay-of-islands) - Paihia Weather CamSee the current Paihia weather on our webcam below, taken from Waitangi and looking East over the Bay of Islands to Russell – updating every 5 minutes during daylight hours. Our horses have the best views of the Bay of Islands! You may see them grazing, rolling or even laying down asleep. Look - [News](https://horsetrekn.co.nz/news) - Keep up to date with all things Horse Trek’n! 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