ABOUT THE RIDING

Style of Riding: English but most can also be neck reined.

Type of Riding: Safari/Centre-Based with overnight trail ride. The going is good so there is plenty of fast riding, with long extended canters. Some jumping may be necessary.

Type of Tack: Mclellan's, Australian stock and English GPs are all used.

Hours in the Saddle: 4 to 6 hours per day.

Riding Ability Required: Intermediate upwards.

Maximum Weight: 110 kgs (17st)

Number of Guides per Ride: 1 plus groom.

Minimum/Maximum number of riders in group: 2/8

Looking after the horse: You are not expected to groom or tack up but may assist if you would like to.

ABOUT THE HORSES

The herd comprises Anglo-Arabs, TBs, Boerperds and crossbreeds, ranging in size from 14.1hh to 16.3hh. All the horses are honest, forward-going and highly responsive. Many have been reared, backed and schooled at Horizon by Shane, who has been using "round pen reasoning" techniques on young and problem horses for over 15 years. With over 70 horses to choose from, for a maximum of 10 guests at Horizon Horseback Adventures and 8 on the Dinaka safari, Horizon are in a position to closely match horse to rider ability and inclination.