“Enjoy a taste of Africa on the Wild Coast”
8 Day Qolora Trail Horse Riding Holiday in Kei Mouth, Wild Coast
Kei Mouth Guest Lodge, Kei Mouth, South Africa
Beach Horseback Riding in South Africa
The Qolora Trail is an alternative itinerary for those who want a little more but not as much as Wild Coast Horse Riding Adventures' other horse riding holidays. With just enough adventure and more time at each hotel, this itinerary is ideal for riders who enjoy more time to discover the hotels and beaches of the Wild Coast.
Key information
- Rider weight limit: 95 kilograms / 209 pounds. If you are over this weight but a good rider, there are a couple of horses that can accommodate you
- Horse height range: 15.2 hh
- Tack type: South African trail and endurance saddles
- Horse breed: Arab, Boerperd, Percheron crosses
Highlights
- 7 nights 8 days beach trail horse riding
- Explore Morgan Bay Cliffs
- Cross the Kei on the ferry
- Enjoy a waterfalls ride with a picnic
- View the beaches of Qolora
- 7 nights accommodation
- 3 daily meals
Skill level
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Styles
7 days with instruction in English
The organizer also speaks: Afrikaans
Group size: Maximum of 8 participants
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
13:00
Check-out Time:
12:00
Each night you return to your comfortable guest house or hotel in the rural coastal area of the southern Wild Coast. During the course of your week-long riding holiday, you will do a 4-night 5-day jaunt up the coast and stay overnight at two of the coastal resort hotels.
Accommodations
- Kei Mouth Guest Lodge - First and second nights
- Seagulls Beach Hotel - Third and fourth nights
- Wavecrest Hotel - Fifth and sixth nights
- Kei Mouth Guest Lodge - Last night
Program
Itinerary
Day 1
On arrival at East London Airport (ELS), you will be transferred to Kei Mouth and the beach base of Wild Coast Horse Trails and their equestrian colleagues. A light snack will be served at the Kei Mouth Guest House, and you will change into your riding clothes. Your horse riding adventure starts now!
The afternoon ride will take you on an hour or so ride to assess your riding and make sure that they have matched you to the right horse. You will go down to the river mouth and you will have a chance to have your first canter along the beautiful beaches. Overnight and dinner in Kei Mouth.
Day 2
Today you explore the magnificent Morgan Clifftops - you really are on the edge of Africa as you sit perched on your horse and take in the views. Then it is off to discover Yellowwood Forest - Wild Coast Horse Riding Adventures' favourite place for wood-fired pizza and forest fare - and a place that inspires them to be eco friendly, off the grid, and recycle everything!
You will finish the day with a canter down the Morgan Bay beach before heading back to the paddocks. Overnight and dinner in Kei Mouth.
Day 3
Today you begin your trail along the coast and cross the Great Kei River with you horse on a ferry! The ride takes you along the beach to a quaint beach resort nestled in the sand dunes. After lunch, there is another jaunty ride exploring the area. Dinner and overnight at Seagulls Beach Hotel.
Day 4
Today you explore hidden trails and waterfalls, meander through rural villages and greet to local Xhosa as they go about their daily life in this breathtakingly beautiful part of the Wild Coast. Dinner and overnight at Seagulls Beach Hotel.
Day 5
Today you ride to Wavecrest Hotel. It is a full morning riding along the coast, and the scenery is simply stunning. There is a good chance of spotting dolphins racing you in the surf as you canter along the many beaches. Lunch at Wavecrest, and a chance to soak up the sun and sea at the hotel in the afternoon. Overnight and dinner at Wavecrest Hotel.
Day 6
The departure time this morning is dictated by the tide. It is a fantastic 3-hour ride either up the beach and back across the country through rolling hills and traditional villages or the other way around, depending on the tides. Either way, you get to ride on the hard, wet beach at low tide – the gallops are exhilarating. You are back at the hotel in time for lunch. Alternatively, if the weather and tides are favourable you may take a picnic lunch with you.
This afternoon has a choice of activities. You can take a boat trip up the river and explore the stunning mangrove estuary of the Nxaxo river by canoe or boat, hike, or just kick back and relax in the Jacuzzi! This afternoon is flexible as there are so many options to experience!
Dinner and overnight at Wavecrest Hotel.
Day 7
Today you start your journey back to Kei Mouth. You ride inland this morning, crossing the river high up and away from the influence of the tides. The slay paths and track offer great canters as you wind your way back to the beach. Then you head towards Kei Mouth, a pub lunch en route and the pontoon crossing before dropping the horses off at the paddocks. Dinner and overnight Kei Mouth.
Day 8
Your last morning depends on your flight plans and what time the shuttle needs to pick you up to get you back to the airport. If there is time, one last ride will be squeezed in!
Itinerary info
Please note that all riding and itineraries are subject to change due to variations in local conditions, hotel accommodation availability, rider’s abilities, the weather and the influences of the sea tides, and during the rainy season the conditions of the rivers at the time of riding.
Fitness
This is a horse riding holiday, and guests should be comfortable in walking, trotting, and cantering. There is a lovely selection of horses that suit a wide range of riding abilities from novice level up. Riding a horse does require a degree of natural fitness and balance.
Skill levels
This riding holiday is suitable for the following riders:
- Novice rider: Someone who is comfortable in the saddle and enjoys a reliable well-schooled horse. They generally ride at a riding school once or twice a month, or like to ride a friend’s horse on the farm. They can trot comfortably and enjoy a nice controlled canter.
- Intermediate rider: Someone who rides regularly and enjoys a forward-going well-schooled horse. They may or may not be a little nervous for the first little bit while they get to know their horse. They can control their horse independently and is confident trotting and in controlled canters.
- Advanced rider: Someone who is comfortable on most horses in most situations. They ride regularly and may or may not have their own horse. They have a good seat and gentle hands. They can ride in a light seat, and can hold a strong horse in a fast canter.
Location
This ride starts in the seaside village of Kei Mouth on the Wild Coast of South Africa and then takes 4 night 5 days riding up the coast and staying at Seagulls and Wavecrest Hotels.
Food
All meals are included in the price. Breakfast is light, with a selection of cereals, fruit, yogurt, and toast. Cooked breakfast is also available. Lunch varies from light dishes to a choice from a pub lunch menu or a picnic while out riding. Dinner is normally several courses of typical South African food. A water bottle will be provided while riding.
Lunches, drinks and refreshments – on most days lunches are en-route and you stop off at a local restaurant or take a picnic with you.
Please note that drinks and refreshments bought at the local bars and restaurants are not included in any of the rates!
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Other dietary requirements on request
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
Spa treatments
There is a spa at Wavecrest Hotel. The guides will assist you with booking.
What's included
- 7 nights 8 days beach trail horse riding
- 7 nights accommodation (Kei Mouth Guest Lodge, Seagulls Hotel, and Wavecrest Hotel)
- Light breakfast (eggs, cereal, toast, yogurt, fruit, preserves, tea, and coffee)
- Pub lunches or packed lunch for picnics
- Evening dinners
- Water bottles will be provided while out riding
What's not included
- Airfare
- Airport transfers
- Drinks and refreshments
- Guide gratuities
- Optional activities
- Personal expenses
- Spa treatments
- Travel insurance
- Visa
How to get there
Recommended Airports
ELS
East London Airport
65 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at East London Airport (ELS). Transfer from and to this airport is available upon request and will be charged separately. A driver from East Coast Shuttle will meet you in the arrivals hall, holding a sign saying Wild Coast Horse Trails.
Arrival by bus
Alternatively, you can arrange to be picked up at Baz Bus points.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 20% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 14 days before arrival.
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