Don’t know which ride to book? Here’s a quick guide to help you out!
Trail Rides
Group Experiences:
(walking pace only)
Time in saddle: 1 hour.
This ride is best suited to families who want to ride together. Long enough so mum and dad can get some riding time, but still short enough for the kids to come along.
We recommend this ride for parents and children 5yo-12yo
Time in saddle: 2 hours
Short on time? Haven’t been in the saddle for a while? Or just want to have a small taste of the Chapman Valley experience? Then this is the ride for you. Take one of our shorter trails through the property.
Also available as a private ride for 2 people (see below).
We recommend this ride for beginners
Time in saddle: 4 hours
The ultimate ride for the traveller, the half day ride gives you the experience of the Aussie bush, but will still allow you enough time to travel onto your next destination for the day.
Also available as a private ride for 2 people (see below).
We recommend this ride for moderate riders, or beginners with a moderate level of fitness
Time in saddle: 6 hours
Experience the Aussie bush at its best just like our ancestors did with a full day in the saddle (not recommended for beginners). We ride through valleys, along mountain ridges, and through open paddocks to show you the best Chapman Valley has to offer!
We recommend this ride for moderate to experienced riders
Please note that we’ve changed the duration of our sessions to accommodate some extra education prior to your ride. Check the “Time in Saddle” in the description if you’re trying to book the same ride length that you’ve previously done.
Special Rides:
Special Rates available on Private Rides for 3+ riders. Contact us for information.
Led rides are available for younger children, where the horse is led by hand by an experienced Chapman Valley horse handler.
Led rides by arrangement, please contact us.
Time in saddle: 2 hours
Enjoy our 2-hour trek as a private experience with your special someone. Just the two of you, and your own personal guide to show you the way. A great option if you’d like more personalized attention or greater flexibility of speeds on your ride. (requires min. of 2 people)
We recommend this ride for beginners to moderate riders
Time in saddle: 4 hours
Enjoy our Half Day trek as a private experience with your special someone. Just the two of you, and your own personal guide to show you the way. A great option if you’d like more personalized attention, or greater flexibility of speeds on your ride. (requires min. of 2 people)
We recommend this ride for athletic beginners to experienced riders
Experienced and Multi-Day Rides:
(minimum age 15 y.o) – Two Days of true-blue Aussie Horseback Cattle Mustering!
Maximum 6 people per session. Please contact us to enquire about larger groups.
Free Range Riding – Bring Your Own Horse
Chapman Valley Horse Riding now welcomes you to bring your own horse! You can now spend all day roaming with your favourite four-legged friend across our massive 8,000 acres of land – and camp for free!
Holiday with your Horse for only $40 per horse, per day. For information and inclusions checkout our Holiday with your Horse page.
Special Occasions
Planning a special day for that special person? Or perhaps you just want to tailor the ride to your riding skill level?
Please contact us to discuss, we’re happy to customise a ride for you!
Camping
Why not bring your camping gear and make a weekend out of it?
Large campsites, choose from a private Bush Campsite or our convenient Communal camping area. Learn more about our campsites!