Your safety and our horses, these are our expectations of ride participants...

Your safety and our horses, these are our expectations of ride participants...

We’re passionate about our horses, your safety and providing a positive experience in the truly stunning environment we call home.

Horse riding in Cape Tribulation is more than just a scenic trail, it’s a unique connection between human, animal and country. For many people, riding in harmony with a horse, moving with its natural rhythm is calming, confidence-building and even healing.

It is important to remember that horses are powerful animals and riders come with a range of experience and skill levels. To maximise safety and enjoyment, for you and our horses, we have some expectations regarding rider behaviour on and during the ride.

Rider Etiquette & Expectations

Please do the following during your ride:

  • Listen to your guide.
  • Respect and connect with your horse and the horses and riders around you.
  • Ask questions if you’re unsure about anything.
  • Enjoy the ride and the incredible scenery!
  • Take lots of photos, you will have plenty of time and opportunity to do this, when we stop at the beach for some amazing selfies!

Please DO NOT do the following during your ride:

  • No running, racing or galloping. Our rides are controlled and paced for safety and conducted at a walk only. Customers will not be able to go faster, regardless of previous horse riding experience.
  • No overtaking the guide or other riders.
  • No yelling, sudden movements, or waving objects. Horses can spook easily.
  • No whips or sticks to be used on our horses.
  • No use of phones, selfie sticks or cameras while riding unless stopped. We’ll give you time for photos!
  • No riding under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
  • No backpacks or loose bags. They can flap, fall and/or spook the horses.
  • No tandem riding or carrying children. One person per horse, no exceptions.
  • No ignoring the guide’s instructions. They’re there to keep you safe and make your ride enjoyable.
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Sofia Costa
I went horseback riding with my parents and I thought the horses were really well cared for. I rode Bella, and at the end I gave Pipen some cuddles. They’re so cute! 😍
ines teixeira
An incredible experience — horse riding at the meeting point of two UNESCO World Heritage sites. The Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef are simply a dream. The horses are beautiful, gentle, and it’s obvious they’re extremely well looked after.
Response from the owner:Thankyou Ines for this review. We are very glad you loved your ride. It is pretty special riding between two World Heritage Sites. Bella is loving that Cuddle! Thankyou Again.
Mary-Jane Kuiper
Wonderful experience- the guide was super knowledgeable and all staff were lovely and really professional. The horses were gorgeous and you could tell they were well looked after. Great for a first time rider like myself as the horses were really gentle. I didn’t want it to end ☺️ thanks so much team!
Response from the owner:Thankyou Mary-Jane, we are very glad you enjoyed your time with us. We love receiving feedback! Thankyou Again.
C Gibbons (Gibbo)
Tanya Gatt
Had such an amazing experience through the mountains and beach on the 90 minute trail. Both staff and horses are great I rode Ash, he is such a sweetheart. The experience was everything I expected
Response from the owner:Thankyou Tanya, We are very glad you enjoyed riding our beautiful boy Ash. He is a Character. Thankyou for this lovley review!
Leeann
Would highly recommend this trail ride
Lovely staff beautiful horses, the trail ride was lovely getting the best of both mountain and beach +++
Response from the owner:Thankyou Leeann for this review. We are very glad you enjoyed your ride with us! Thanks Again.
anja M
The trip was what we expected. A nice walk on the beach. The horses are really well trained and just lovely. The guides fed us with interesting infos about the forest during the ride. All good, 5 stars 😊
Response from the owner:Thankyou for this review, we are very glad you enjoyed your time spent with us. Thankyou Again
Sonya Gregson-Allcott
We had a great experience on Cape Trib Horse Rides. The team are very professional and the horses are very well looked after. Halle was an amazing and friendly guide.
Response from the owner:Thankyou Sonya for this review. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your ride in the rainforest. Thankyou
Jane Gofton
As beginner horse riders we enjoyed the experience. We felt safe and our confidence grew as the ride progressed. It was an interesting transition in scenery from farm to rainforest and beach. Just do it 😀
Response from the owner:Thankyou Jane for this review. We are very glad you enjoyed your time with us on the ride. Grea Photo of Halo and Thorn! Thankyou again
Ben Mason