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The 15 Horse Riding in South Africa That Stand Up

17 tours  ·  from $35 a head

Distances here are longer than they look on a map. Below: 15 horse riding priced per head, with drive times, durations and what is actually included.

Cape Town: Beach Horse Ride with Hotel Pickup & Drop-off - A short safety briefing before the horses
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Cape Town: Beach Horse Ride with Hotel Pickup & Drop-off

1.Beach Horse Ride with Hotel Pickup & Drop-off

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 42 reviews · 4 hours · from $180Our pick

Review of Cape Town’s Noordhoek Beach horse ride with hotel pickup, retired racehorses, ocean views, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“If you are tossing up whether to do this 100% do it. It is a great experience, the stable hands are like professional photographers too, got some amazing photos!”

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Beach Horse Ride in Yzerfontein, Western Cape - The horses and the first moments at the ranch
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Beach Horse Ride in Yzerfontein, Western Cape

Vrede en Lust Wine Estate:1-Hour Horseback Riding Experience - Arriving early at Vrede en Lust
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Vrede en Lust Wine Estate:1-Hour Horseback Riding Experience

4x4 into Lesotho From Underberg - Horse Ride / Village Life - The rough climb over Sani Pass
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4×4 into Lesotho From Underberg – Horse Ride / Village Life

Stellenbosch: Horse Riding Wildlife Safari - Matching you with a calm horse
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Stellenbosch: Horse Riding Wildlife Safari

6.Horse Riding Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 14 reviews · 1h 30m · from $98

Ride gentle horses through a Stellenbosch wildlife reserve to see giraffes, zebras, and more in a small 90-minute safari.

“Ein wunderbarer Ausritt. Es wird genau geschaut, welches Pferd zu einem passt und die Pferde sind in einem sehr guten Zustand. Man sieht viele Tiere.”

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Kudu Trail Horse Riding Experience - Choosing your horse and getting ready
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Kudu Trail Horse Riding Experience

9.Kudu Trail Horse Riding Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 1h 30m · from $43

Ride through the Klein Karoo near Oudtshoorn on a gentle 90-minute horse trail with trained horses, scenic tracks, and expert guides.

“The best activity I have done in South Africa The place is great and the tour guide was amazing very helpful and respectful , With a good experience Horses are well trained so nothing to worry about ❤️”

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Harties Horse Trail Safari Half day - Getting ready for your first ride
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Harties Horse Trail Safari Half day

11.Harties Horse Trail Safari Half day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $106

Review of the Harties Horse Trail Safari near Pretoria, with horseback wildlife viewing, private guiding, pricing, safety, timing, and booking advice.

“Fantastic time, seeing animals on horseback is an entirely different experience from a game vehicle. Our guide blessing was awesome and made us feel safe (I have close to zero experience on horseback) and the pickup was comfortable and enjoyable.”

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Horseback Small-Group Trail Rides in Muldersdrift - Choosing between one, 1.5, and two hours
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Horseback Small-Group Trail Rides in Muldersdrift

12.Horseback Small-Group Trail Rides in Muldersdrift

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $34Best value

Ride through Muldersdrift farms on a guided horseback trail, with calm horses, small groups, and views of Johannesburg and the Magaliesberg.

“I found someone waiting for me and received a warm welcome. I chose to ride with a guide controlling the horse and walking alongside as I rode the horse. My guide was Witness. He was an amazing humble gentle natured man. I enjoyed my ride, got to know and feel comfRead more”

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Horseback Safari Adventure in Hartbeespoort from Johannesburg - Why wildlife feels different from horseback
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Horseback Safari Adventure in Hartbeespoort from Johannesburg

1h – Horse Trail - A good setup for first-time riders
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1h – Horse Trail

14.1h – Horse Trail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $60

Ride through South Africa’s Cape Winelands on a guided one-hour horse trail at Vrede en Lust, with mountain views and small groups.

“Absolutely incredible experience. Kevin was an amazing guide and shared so many stories and lots of knowledge about the vineyards as we went on the horse trail. A really friendly business and a great way to experience South Africa!”

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Horse Riding and Wine Tour Cape Town

15.Horse Riding and Wine Tour Cape Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $201

Ride through Cape Town’s private Oranjekloof trails, enjoy mountain views, and share a South African picnic or wine tasting with your guide.

“I wanted to experience something different, so I decided to book this experience. It was lovely to see Cape Town in this way. Highly recommend!”

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