Equestrian Activities for Kids

WELCOME to ponyrides.co.nz: The home of children's riding lessons and pony rides. The wonderful place where precious childhood memories are made. Looking for some great activites for the kids? Come admire the scenery and have some good old fashion country fun and fresh air. Enjoy a riding lesson or pony ride, join our coffee group or indulge in one of our school holiday programme or fabulous pony parties. Hang out with some gorgeous ponies and learn all about horses and riding. Here at Pony Rides... Read more

Waimak River Horse Treks has been operating with the same owners since 2000. Located only 15mins drive from the central city we are handy for both locals and tourists alike. Come and experience our passion for the riding lifestyle in the great outdoors! Safety and enjoyment have always been a major focus of our business and we are ideally located right by the banks of the river so all treks are held within an area where traffic is strictly restricted and the horses are calm, dependable and well... Read more

Do you want your kids to enjoy a rural activity? Do you want to build your child's self-esteem and do this by developing their confidence around horses and/or ponies? Do you want them to learn life skills not just how to ride a horse? Do you want them to have a special friend who can be with them unconditionally, literally with no strings attached? At Abi's Natural Horsemanship we can help you feel safer around horses and ponies both on the ground and in the saddle. Learn how to communicate... Read more

Arian Pony Stud (APS) is a small pony stud nestled in the heart of the Wairarapa. We specialise in breeding kids riding ponies that are Welsh Mountain Ponies or Welsh crosses. We aim to breed exceptional temperament first, type & conformation second and colour third! APS also operates a riding school for children aged 3 to 11 years old, Pony Party services for childrens birthdays, corporate events or pre-school visits. See our services descriptions for more information or to make your booking today. Book... Read more

“The Cardrona” sightseeing activity centre offers first class family friendly guided horse trekking and quad biking tours of the stunning Cardrona Valley, between Wanaka and Queenstown in the South Island of New Zealand. It is situated right at the base of the Cardrona ski field. Only a 45 minute picturesque drive over the Crown Range from Queenstown or 20 minutes from Wanaka. The Cardrona has been developed to allow visitors to explore and experience our unique slice of high country heaven, initially... Read more

Bring your pony every other Sunday to Springston and ride with friends. Learn some basic instruction on games, dressage, showing, cross country and horsemanship. Each Member becomes an integral part of running our club- so come join us now only minutes from Rolleston, Lincoln and Burnham. Read more

We provide Pony Parties & Farmyard Party Packages for children's entertainment with a family focus, traveling to you anywhere in Christchurch, we also offer our exciting specially designed heated indoor party venue with ponies and an array farmyard animals to enjoy. Located in Motukarara (10mins from Halswell) your child's private party includes lots of exciting activities such as: pony riding, bottle feeding the lamb, unlimited interaction with the farmyard animals, chicken egg hunt, quad bike... Read more

Creating childhood memories with our beautiful ponies, quality venue and professional parties. We provide Professional Themed Pony, Barn & Fairy Parties, Professional Riding Lessons for up to age of 10 years, Pony Rides, Pony Play Group & Small Group Visits & Holiday Activities. Our purpose built barn with the adjoining stable door for the ponies to look through, is yours to enjoy. Set with antiques, shabby chic accessories and saddlery, you will feel relaxed and welcome. Stunning country views... Read more

Roll up, Roll up....Come to the Show.... Wellsford Country Show, an outing for all the family on 19th November 2016. The Wellsford Country Show has been a regular event now for over thirty years..come for an easy drive north of Auckland, free parking, with free shuttles in and out of the Park to save you carrying too much gear all day.... Rides, Horses, Farm animals, tractors, vintage cars, Farmers Market, The show kicks off with the annual Santa parade at 10.am lots of floats and fun and a lolly... Read more

Helena's Pony Express - Mobile business that brings ponies from the stable door to yours. To develop, entertain, promote and give children young and old an opportunity to ride, interact and learn more about horses and ponies. What we do: Birthday's Kindergarten Visits Market Days Community Events Christmas Functions Corporate Events Fundraisers/Fairs/Galas Company/Family Days Looking for something a little bit unique, special? Something a bit different, memorable? Helena's Pony Express... Read more

Hare Hill is a lovely 60 acre farm located in Deborah Bay on the north side of the Otago Harbour, close to historic Port Chalmers and only 20 minutes drive from Dunedin New Zealand. Hare Hill Horse Treks has brought the unforgettable experience of horse riding through one of the most beautiful places in New Zealand to riders from all over the world. Hare Hill offers various horse riding treks and riding lessons suitable for the beginner right through to the more advanced rider throughout the year. Our... Read more

Horse trekking for all abilities. We offer the most breath taking scenery and beautiful, big personality horses. Whether it be an entry level introduction to horse riding or a longer trek with challenging terrain and stunning views, we will try to make your experience one to remember! Read more

One or two hour guided horse treks with great views from the Waitakaries, the sky Tower to Coromandel and Kauwau Island. Quiet horses suited to beginners and experienced persons, a walk through the bush or a trot here and there if you wish, to a canter for those more experienced persons. Enjoy a ride through the bush with our experienced guides. 10 minute drive from Orewa Beach. Bring your togs and go for a swim after your ride at the Waiwera Thermal pools Pony available for under fives for... Read more

We are a family run business and we pride ourselves on our facilities and quality instruction. We have well trained horses and ponies but we also teach people with their own horses as well. Private lessons, parties, riding experiences and lead-rein treks are available. Please visit our website for more details. Read more

Offering horse riding courses from 2 days to 3 months. Quality instruction on well schooled horses & ponies. Fully supervised, fun & educational. Children welcome from age 8. Accommodation, meals & transfers from Christchurch available. Read more

A very strong thriving pony club affiliated to the Kumeu District Pony Club and the New Zealand Pony Club Association. We are a a not for profit, voluntary organisation for people interested in ponies/horses and riding. We provide instruction on riding and horse/pony management with a structured certificate system that allows young people to gain qualifications, promoting the highest ideals of behaviour, sportsmanship, citizenship and loyalty, to create strength of character and self discipline. We... Read more

Happy Valley Adventures is Nelsons adventure playground. Read more

Helping people who love horses develop greater confidence, understanding and knowledge about horses, to teach new skills in horsemanship, riding and handling and also much of the aspects of the care of the horse. Whether you are an absolute beginner, or have been riding numerous times or if you are more advanced we will endevour to help you. Read more

Ocean Beach Horse Treks and Horseback Riding Adventures specialise in horse trekking and horse riding lessons for kids and learners... Read more

15 minutes from Napier or Hastings, the zoo is recognised as one of the leading attractions for both tourists and groups. Bring a picnic, feed the animals or book one of our 1hr Horse Treks. Feeding the animals is a great delight when visiting the zoo, it encourages the animals to come forward for petting and many of the goats, sheep, llamas & alpacas can be hand fed. Come see our great selection of birds including pheasants, ducks, geese and swans. There are ostriches, emus and deer, not... Read more

The Otago Racing Club is based at Wingatui Racecourse in Mosgiel on the outskirts of Dunedin. It is recognised as the South's Premier Racing Club. It stages major events such as Melbourne Cup Day, the Boxing Day Races and Champions Day in February, as well the extremely popular race days at Cromwell. Upcoming Racedays at Wingatui: Saturday 6th Feb 2016 Saturday 5th March 2016 Thursday 14th April 2016 Wednesday 27th April 2016 Sunday 5th June 2016 Thursday 30th June 2016 Other upcoming... Read more