9 Horseback Riding Tours in Great Barrier Reef That You Shouldn't Miss

November 20, 2021 Hector Krause

The world's largest coral reef system, the Great Barrier Reef stretches almost 1500 miles into the Pacific from the tip of Queensland. Designated a Marine Park by the Australian government and a World Heritage Area by UNESCO, the reef is home to an extraordinary abundance of species and habitats. Snorkeling, diving and fishing are rightly popular along the reef, nowhere more so than on the Whitsunday Islands, where the silica sands and aqua waters of the Coral Sea create the perfect beach escape.
Restaurants in Great Barrier Reef

1. Port Douglas Horse Riding

6613 Captain Cook Hwy, Port Douglas, Queensland 4877 Australia +61 408 880 724 [email protected] http://www.portdouglashorseriding.com.au/
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5.0 based on 152 reviews

Port Douglas Horse Riding

Phone 07 4098 4101

Reviewed By 756christiew

Our three children; 13, 10 and 3 all thoroughly enjoyed their experience riding with Star, Bucks and Bo. Mandy was fantastic catering to all three ages so that the kids could ride together, ride confidently and have fun at their own pace. Definitely one of the highlights of our Port Douglas holiday. We will be back for sure and will have a longer ride next time. Thanks Mandy!

2. Horseshoe Bay Ranch

38 Gifford St Horseshoe Bay, Magnetic Island, Queensland 4819 Australia +61 7 4778 5109 [email protected] http://www.horseshoebayranch.com.au
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5.0 based on 276 reviews

Horseshoe Bay Ranch

Come and join us for a two hour horse ride through bushland down to horseshoe bay beach. Enjoy riding your horse bareback into the cool clear waters of the coral sea. We have horses to suit both total beginners and the more experienced so make a booking with us today. We ride twice a day everyday at 9am and 3pm bookings are essential and weight restrictions apply to keep our horses happy and healthy

Reviewed By marinapE8141JT

This was the best experience in the island! The girls were very friendly and the horses were well kept. Going into the ocean with the horses was a unique and amazing experience. Nothing like it!

3. Stoney Creek Farmstay

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5.0 based on 46 reviews

Stoney Creek Farmstay

Stoney Creek Farmstay is located in a valley at the base of Mt Bridgeman, here you can get perfect peace and quiet, our guests can't believe how quiet is is here, stay in our secluded cottage that is very unique, go exploring along the creek up Mt Bridgeman were you can swim in crystal clear water at the base of a water falls. Or you might choose to go horse riding along our picturesque trails where you can see right back to the coast. Our well trained horses suit all riders, we take novice riders to experienced, all ages from 5 yrs to 85 yrs. If you prefer we can take you four wheel driving on the same trails as the horses, stop at Pine Tree falls and go for a swim, be careful though you just might not want to leave.

4. Ports Horse Farm

Heritage Lane Craiglie, Port Douglas, Queensland 4877 Australia +61 448 082 028 [email protected] http://www.portshorsefarm.com.au
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5.0 based on 25 reviews

Ports Horse Farm

Ports Horse Farm offers one hour rainforest and indoor arena horse riding for all ages and all levels. Because I own & operate a small business I offer personalized service with beautiful horses. Try the mini horse course like the professional riders and then enjoy a small rainforest ride with picturesque views & is open in all weather conditions. It can be squeezed in to any holiday schedules.

5. Ride the Beach Adventures

Port Douglas, Queensland 4873 Australia +61 7 4098 1149 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/Ride-the-Beach-Adventures-503793209723961/?hc_ref=PAGES_TIMELINE
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5.0 based on 11 reviews

Ride the Beach Adventures

Join us for a unique horse ride along the sandy beaches north of Port Douglas, with spectacular views across to Port Douglas and north to Daintree. enjoy a relaxing and personalised beach trail ride with our family of friendly horses. Spalsh your horse in the shallow warm waters on this beautiful private beach area.

6. Blazing Saddles

96 Yorkeys Knob Rd Cairns region, Yorkeys Knob, Queensland 4878 Australia +61 7 4055 7400 [email protected] http://www.blazingsaddles.com.au/
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4.5 based on 335 reviews

Blazing Saddles

Blazing Saddles is the longest established horse riding and quad bike tour company in Far North Queensland. Locally owned and operated, it is now located only 10mins from both Cairns and Northern Beaches to suit even the most time conscious visitor or perfect for a soft adventure activity for the whole family!Blazing Saddles is now a working sugar cane farm and the property also boasts an 18 acre billabong which is abundant with native birds and amphibious creatures of all shapes and sizes! You will also meet our resident geese, peacocks and ducks, perhaps even spot a crocodile!We cater for large groups as well as the corporate and incentive market making these activities great for team building ideas.Our Horse-riding tour offers a safe, relaxing way to meander through rainforest pockets, mangrove wetland, sugarcane fields and native bush! With a stable of horses to suit all ages and levels, this is a perfect family adventure. Our horses have a friendly, mature nature and will be matched to each riders experience and ability. Draw up on horse-back alongside our 18 acre billabong for a billy tea over a camp fire and the chance to see a croc in the wild!Our Quad Bikes are easy to ride and provide the perfect adventure. With a fleet of both 90cc and 250cc bikes, your guides will ensure the perfect balance between safety and fun! So easy to ride, our group sizes remain small, to guarantee your personalized experience. Anyone can do it!

Reviewed By U7285JJmichellef

Excellent family adventure with the our kids, riding the quad bikes and grandparents in the buggy. Thanks to Michael and Donna for An awesome day.

7. Mount-N-Ride Adventures

Cairns, Queensland Australia +61 7 4056 5406 [email protected] http://www.mountnride.com.au
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4.5 based on 86 reviews

Mount-N-Ride Adventures

One of Australia's most adventurous horse riding experiences!!

Reviewed By Trail523858

What an awesome day! The horses were all beautiful, well looked after for sure! The tour itself was great, our guide was friendly, informative and fun. Highly recommend ⭐

8. Hidden Valley Trail Rides

68 Shamrock Rd, Cooktown, Cook Shire, Queensland 4895 Australia +61 419 816 631 http://www.hiddenvalleytrailrides.com.au
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3.5 based on 3 reviews

Hidden Valley Trail Rides

9. Black Mountain Hideaway Horse Riding

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4.0 based on 5 reviews

Black Mountain Hideaway Horse Riding

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