Tait’s Wongabel Stables

Follow in the footsteps of the pioneers and experience the tradition of bush riding.

Experience the tradition of bush riding. Follow in the footsteps of the pioneers of the tin mining era, enjoy the wild country with spectacular views and wonder at the spirit of the early explorers. Ride 20 – 25 kms each day, and camp each night while all your meals are prepared by an expert bush cook.

What we offer: 

• Riders of no matter what ability are provided with the type of ride which they require.
• Beginners of all ages enjoy the one hour lesson/ride which teaches them to handle a horse on varied terrain.
• More experienced riders, or those who are fit enough to attempt an adventure activity, enjoy a half-day ride in a scenic mountain setting. This includes boiling the billy at a creek for a morning tea break.
• These rides are ideal for student and youth groups.
• Whole day rides can be arranged if sufficient riders are available and if advance notice is given.

HOLIDAYS ON HORSEBACK

Spend a week in peaceful bush surroundings. Camp beside quiet rivers while an expert cook prepares all your meals. Travel in the footsteps of the pioneers. See the wild mountain country where they discovered and mined tin. Wonder at the spirit of the early explorers as you come upon spectacular views.

Meet your fellow riders early in the morning. Get to know your horse as you take a shorter ride to the first camp. Learn how to secure your horse at night. Set up your camp while your cook prepares your first camp meal.

The following day, rides will be of 20-25 kms with good lunch breaks and stops at interesting features. On the seventh day, finish at about 4 pm and be driven back to the starting point at Wongabel or Atherton.

We supply:

• Suitable horse with stock saddle, saddle bag and water bottle
• Riding helmet
• All horse feed and night lines.
• Tent with self-inflating mattress.
• Sleeping bag, (at extra cost)

You bring:

• Your own sleeping bag, small pillow, clothes suitable for all weather.
• Riding gear including shirts with sleeves, long pants or jeans, suitable boots or shoes with low heel.
• Camera, torch, towel, swimming togs and toiletries.
• Spare clothing to be packed in a small bag to be carried on back-up vehicle.

Prices:

• One hour ride $50
• Half day (morning ride) $90
• Whole day $130