ABOUT THE RIDING

Style of Riding: Basically western - the horses are schooled to neck rein.

Type of Riding: Trail ride. The speed of ride is dictated by the terrain. The flat glacial valley bottoms are ideal for extended gallops.

Type of Tack: Argentine saddles with sheepskin covers.

Hours in the Saddle: 5 to 8 hours a day.

Riding Ability Required: Intermediate upward. However a fit and very confident novice rider would be able to participate.

Maximum Weight: None

Number of Guides per Ride: 1 plus 1 for every 6 guests.

Minimum/Maximum number of riders in group: 2/9

Looking after the horse: Guests are not expected to groom or tack up their horse but are more than welcome to assist.

ABOUT THE HORSES

The horses at Estancia Huechahue are Crillo x Anglo Norman, TB or Percheron; although there are some pure bred Crillos. They range in height from 14.2hh to 17hh. The horses are well schooled, sure footed and willing. There are some steady horses for less experienced riders and others that are more forward going and lively for more experienced riders.