Horseback Riding in Australia
BOOMERANG TRAIL |
Horses, dog and a good trail
The white sandy beaches
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Experience the beautiful and diverse landscape of Australia’s Mid North Coast, of New South Wales, astride fit and well trained horses. The Boomerang Trail is a stationary ride, returning each evening to the 60 acre farm property of ‘Kerewong’ where your hosts will make you feel right at home.
You will follow quiet narrow horse trails, 4WD tracks, fire trails and forest roads through the Comboyne State Forest experiencing pockets of rainforests, creek crossings, a historic timber railway line, Eucalypt forests and steep ridges. Combine this with rolling farmlands, a visit to a local winery and a ride along the beach where the Pacific Ocean is sprawled for mile after mile of desertion, and you have an impressive taste of Australia.
While at the farm property and out riding you will have the opportunity to see wildlife and flora unique to Australia. Wallabies, goannas, king parrots, cockatoos, and galahs are all around. The property used to be an Australian Native Nursery so you are spoiled by banksia trees, kangaroo paw plants, bottlebrush, lilly pilly, macadamia trees, lemon- scented eucalypt, myrtle trees, and magnolia trees, along with the colorful birds that visit them.
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| Itinerary |
| Day 1: | You will be picked up from Kendall Railway Station or Port Macquarie Airport in the afternoon. You will have a chance to unwind, unpack and freshen up before dinner. |
| Day 2: | Today you will ride through the hilly terrain of the Kerewong State Forest with eucalypt forests and rainforests. There is a creek side picnic ground in the middle of the forest for lunch with the opportunity to swim in a rock pool swimming hole. Arrive back to the homestead in time to enjoy an afternoon drink on the verandah, before dinner is served. 3-4 hours riding. |
| Day 3: | This ride will take you to impressive Comboyne Mountain (2,200ft), which is the peak you see from the riding centre. There is a magnificent 360 degree view at the peak of the mountain where you will enjoy a well deserved lunch break, before descending back home. A delicious dinner and good company awaits you at the homestead. 5 hours riding. |
| Day 4: | Long day ride, starting along a historic timber railway line, to a local winery. Creek crossings and ample opportunities to watch wildlife (eg Wallabies, Black Cockatoo’s, Goanna’s). On arrival taste the local produce while looking over the vineyards. Transfer back to riding centre. 5-6 hours riding. |
| Day 5: | Fabulous Beach ride along the Pacific Ocean. Look out for dolphins in the waves and a close encounter with kangaroos. Lunch in the dunes or at a local café. Transfer by horse trailer. 2 hours riding. |
| Day 6: | This long ride will allow you to admire the beautiful green rolling and fertile farmland of the Comboyne Plateau. On clear days, wonder at the views to the Pacific Ocean. In the evening, an authentic Aussie Barbecue will serve as your farewell dinner. 6-7 hours riding. |
| Day 7: | After breakfast you will be transferred back to Kendall Railway station or Port Macquarie Airport for your departure connection. |
| THIS ITINERARY IS FLEXIBLE. CHANGES MAY OCCUR DUE TO WEATHER OR OTHER UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES. |
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A modern farmhouse
Wallabee in the forest
Going down the trail
A happy horse and rider
The entertainer
Liberty after a good day's ride
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| Pricing and Dates |
| Meeting Point | Port Macquarie Airport or Kendall Railway Station, NSW |
| Length of Ride | 7 days, 6 nights and 4.5 days riding. |
| Riding Ability | Advanced Strong Intermediate |
| Group Size | Minimum-1 Maximum-4 |
| Riding Per Day | 2-6 hours |
| Pace | Moderate to fast |
| Tack | English style endurance and all purpose saddles, snaffle and bitless bridles |
| Horses | Arab, Arab cross and one quarter horse |
| Weight Limit | 175 lbs |
| 2010 Dates | Jan 3-9, Jan 24-30, Feb 7-13, Feb 21-27, Mar 7-13, Mar 21-27, April 11-17, April 25–May 1, May 9-15, May 23-29, June 6-12, June 20-26, July 4-10, July 18-24, Aug 1-7, Aug 15-21, Sept 5-11, Sept 19-25, Oct 3-9, Oct 17-23, Oct 31-Nov 6, Nov 14-20, Nov 28-Dec 4, Dec 12-18 |
| 2010 Price | $1,530
Non Rider $830 |
| Transfers | Complimentary for set times from Port Macquarie |
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