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Beach Ride - Stanford

Stanford

Activity Description

Ride along perfect white beaches of the Walker Bay Conservancy and whale sanctuary which is arguably the best land-based area in the world to watch whales (whale watching capital of the world from June to December – whales and their calves often come within meters of the coastline). Admire these magnificent creatures and their “aquabatic” displays, splashing, crashing and blowing, breaching, lobtailing, spy-hopping and sailing close to shore.

Enjoy the sandy beaches and experience the thrill of beach canters. Just before De Kelders the coastline gets rougher with rocky beaches and limestone cliffs which flatten out onto sandy stretches of die Plaat. The coastal landscape will give way to mountain fynbos when we hit the slopes of the coastal hills to return to Grootbos.

Arrangements

Duration3 hours
WhenAll year round
WhereStanford
WeatherWeather dependent Service
What to WearUsual riding outfit and equipment. It is important to ride in the equipment and clothing you are used to..
Things to BringSun cream Camera
Guests or SpectatorsNo spectators allowed. Only paying guest allowed on Trail

Requirements

Minimum Age14 years
Minimum Height0.0 m
Maximum Height0.0 m
Fitness LevelAverage
Maximum Weight100.0 kg
CertificationNot Applicable
Experience LevelIntermediate

Inclusions and Exclusions

Inclusions

Horse
Helmets
Guide
Very important that all Riders are comfortable in the trot. Ride is LENGTHY.

ExclusionsRefreshments

Notes

Directions
From Hermanus,

Take R43 to Stanford. Meet at the Ou Meul Bakery where guide will meet and bring you to Ride starting poin

Customer Reviews

This was honestly one of the best experiences I've ever had. I loved every minute. It's quite a long ride down to the beach so there were sections of trotting and cantering through beautiful scenery. When we reached the beach there was only us there, so stunning. We galloped up and down the beach and through the water, would definitely do this again if I was back in the area, it was worth every penny and our guide Janika was great! - Rebecca


Einfach traumhaft - Der endlos lange Strand im Naturschutzgebiet ist perfekt zum Galoppieren. Die Pferde sind gut gepflegt und trainiert. Ich war jetzt schon mehrfach da und komme immer gerne wieder. Absolut zu empfehlen. - Kathleen


Everything very good! Thank you so much!!! - HAYSSA


Best beach ride in the Western Cape! - Gina


It was a beautiful outride with great horses and wonderful guides. The run on the beach was lovely, but the ride is mostly the way to and back from the beach on the dirt road between Stanford and Die Plaat and not as much on the actual beach. Loved every second and would do it again! - Minette




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