Backcountry Saddle Expeditions Ltd

Backcountry Saddle Expeditions Ltd is a horse trekking operation in Alexandra, New Zealand, that offers visitors a chance to explore the picturesque and historic Cardrona Valley on horseback.

The company has been in operation for over 35 years and is one of the longest-standing horse trekking operations in New Zealand12. The company has recently relocated its horses to the Hidden Valley in Earnscleugh due to extensive development within the Cardrona Valley1.Debs, the owner of Backcountry Saddle Expeditions, has spent most of her life around horses and was invited to help develop the Quality Tourism Standard for Horse Trekking. Debs is a staunch advocate for natural horsemanship and over the years her style has developed, but her package remains the same: Appaloosa horses outfitted in western saddles that cope with the mountainous conditions in the Hidden Valley, Earnscleugh1.Backcountry Saddle Expeditions offers rides out onto the grass-covered plateau high above the valley floor, where visitors can splash through crystal-clear spring-fed creeks, wind through native matagouri and kanuka scrub, and marvel at the beauty of Cardrona's rugged landscape2. Visitors can also explore the high country farm plateaus with the towering mountains of the Cardrona Valley as their backdrop.The company's horses are chosen for their impeccable temperament and sure-footedness in mountainous conditions, making them ideal for trekking in the area. Combined with the security of a western saddle, they are a proven choice for visitors2.Backcountry Saddle Expeditions has received positive reviews from visitors, with many praising the team's warmth, informative and supportive nature, and fun approach. Visitors have also noted the convenience of having Deb take lots of photos for them and airdropping the photos after the ride.In summary, Backcountry Saddle Expeditions Ltd is a well-established horse trekking operation in Alexandra, New Zealand, that offers visitors a chance to explore the picturesque and historic Cardrona Valley on horseback. The company's horses are chosen for their impeccable temperament and sure-footedness in mountainous conditions, making them ideal for trekking in the area. Visitors can explore the high country farm plateaus with the towering mountains of the Cardrona Valley as their backdrop and splash through crystal-clear spring-fed creeks while winding through native matagouri and kanuka scrub.