4 Stellenbosch Horse Riding Tours Worth the Saddle Time

1.2 Hour Vineyard Trail Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $113Our pick

Ride for about two hours through Vredenheim’s vineyards and farm trails near Stellenbosch. A short lesson helps beginners get comfortable, while guides such as Roedie and Louise match horses and pace to the group. Expect views toward Table Mountain, local commentary, and possible deer and bird sightings.

“Totally recommend. Had a 2hs ride with Louise, and well trained horses Tequila & Orion 🫶🏽 lovely chat with this remarkable woman. Thank you 🙏🏻✨”

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2.Stellenbosch: Horse Riding Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 14 reviews · 1h 30m · from $98

Ride at walking pace through a 240-hectare reserve near Stellenbosch with a small group of up to six. Gentle horses suit beginners, and guides such as Deidre and Monica share wildlife facts while you look for giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, and birdlife. The strict 75kg limit is non-negotiable.

“I've never came so close to wildlife ever. A very special experience with beautiful horses and a very experience guide.”

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3.1h30m – Horse Trail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $112

Ride for 90 minutes through Vrede en Lust Wine Estate near Franschhoek, with a guide leading beginners and experienced riders beneath oak trees, beside vineyards and the river, and onto mountain and tractor paths. Michelle and Flower are praised for patient, caring guidance.

“Flower was excellent, really patient with us. The horses were very well looked after. A must do experience!”

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4.1h – Horse Trail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $60Best value

You’ll ride for one hour through the Franschhoek wine country from Vrede en Lust Wine Estate. Guides group riders by ability, provide helmets and horses, and lead you along tractor trails, open ground, and gentle mountain routes. Kevin is one guide praised for sharing vineyard stories along the way.

“Absolutely incredible experience. Kevin was an amazing guide and shared so many stories and lots of knowledge about the vineyards as we went on the horse trail. A really friendly business and a great way to experience South Africa!”

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