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Activity Code: BMHW102
Overview
Explore the tropical rainforest on horseback into the changing western lanscape of open woodland forests. Cross the Mowbray river and over mountain tops down to the lowlands to discover pristine spring fed waterholes and lagoons.
The tour includes an exotic, tropical lunch and a chance to relax at our private water lilly lagoon. We can cater for special occasions including the traditional Aussie BBQ lunch, honeymoon specials and silver service meals. Our horses are specifically trained to suit all levels of riders - from absolute beginners to advanced. You do not need to be an experienced rider to enjoy our full day riding trail.
Your hosts have a lifetime of horse experience, with the added bonus of being conservationists with indepth knowledge of the area you will be riding in. We give you a free horse riding lesson prior to, and during your ride to enhance your comfort and experience.
We are on the border of the wet and dry tropics therefore there is an abundance of wildlife including kangaroos, wallabies, dingoes, prolific birdlife, brumbies, wild cattle and feral pigs. Our local area boasts the second highest population of bird species in the world. Non-riders can enjoy a 4 wheel drive adventure and join you for lunch at the lagoon.
We take digital photographs of you during your ride and can email them to you on request. We are members of the Association for Horsemanship Safety and Education in Australia and we provide certified Australian standard safety helmets for your protection.
Large group bookings of up to 18 people can be organised upon request.
Locations
Cairns (Cairns and Tropical North QLD - Queensland)
Port Douglas (Cairns and Tropical North QLD - Queensland)
Kuranda (Cairns and Tropical North QLD - Queensland)
This activity takes place on a 200 acre horse and cattle farm in Julatten, Far North Queensland. 1.5 Hour drive from Cairns. 45 Minute drive from Port Douglas. We can arrange return bus transfers from Cairns to Port Douglas (provided by Cairns-Port Douglas Transport Services). We collect you from Port Douglas at 9am and bring you up to the farm. It costs $55 for a return transfer from Cairns and we charge $20 for a pick up from Port Douglas ($40 for parties of two people or more). This additional payment can be made on the day.
Exact meeting point and supplier's details are provided immediately after booking.
Numbers
There can be up to 18 people riding on the day. However groups are usually kept to a minimum.
Session Time
Full day - 10am to 6pm
Guidelines & Restrictions
Riders must not exceed 90Kg. Please wear trousers, covered in shoes and a long sleeve top. Please bring sun cream and a camera.
We have two self-contained cabins that are available for rent throughout the year. They overlook green rolling hills to the mountains of some of Australia's most famous rainforest wilderness areas. We have views to the Windsor ranges, the Mossman Gorge and Cape Tribulation.
Extra Info
We can arrange return bus transfers from Cairns to Port Douglas (provided by Cairns-Port Douglas Transport Services). We collect you from Port Douglas at 9am and bring you up to the farm. It costs $55 for a return transfer from Cairns and we charge $20 for a pick up from Port Douglas ($40 for parties of two people or more).
Booking Insurance
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Please note: GoDo and/or the activity supplier cannot provide a REFUND for cancellations, no matter the reasons. However, should you obtain Cancellation Cover, you maybe be able to make a claim directly to Mondial Assistance, our Cancellation Cover provider.
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