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South Africa: Horizon Horseback Adventures

Riding from a comfortable private lodge and bush camp . Available year round, flexible dates and length of stay. Suits all levels of rider as well as mixed groups and families of all ages.
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Where is it?

In the Waterberg range of South Africa’s Limpopo Province, about a 3 hour drive north of Johannesburg

What is it like?

The Horizon homestead has access to more that 22,000 acres of privately owned, undeveloped bush. Some of it was used for cattle and farmed, but much has been left untouched and the area varies from thick bush, narrow tracks and rocky plateaus to winding sand tracks and open grassy plains.

Who does it suit?

Almost anyone and everyone. Horizon’s ‘je ne sais quoi’ is probably its open friendliness and welcoming, laid back atmosphere. A variety of riding for all levels, from novice to experienced, rides out for game viewing, for exhilaration or for relaxation and with polocrosse another very popular option, a good sized swimming pool and numerous outings and activities for non-riders, there’s never a dull moment. Flexible dates and itineraries, comfortable accommodation and generous hospitality – its ideal for singles, couples, families and groups of all ages.

Why we love it

Who doesn’t? It’s our ‘go to’ option for a guaranteed friendly welcome, a little bit of luxury, great riding and horses, variety, excitement, R&R and fantastic value …whether you are older, younger, one, two or many…

Travel with trust

When you travel with Ride World Wide, you can travel with trust. We’re a member of ABTOT (the Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust) which provides financial protection for your booking through our ABTOT bond and under the ABTOT ATOL franchise. If you have any questions please ask.

In a Nutshell

Riding
Tailored to suit
Horses
Locally bred, Boerperd, TB cross, Freisian and Arab crosses
Pace
Moderate (tailored to suit)
Riding Ability
Intermediate and above on Signature Safaris; novice and up for tailormade stays
Weight Limit
About 85kg (13st 4lbs) but please call us to discuss if your weight is close to this
Group Size
Lodge sleeps up to 14; riding is in small groups usually maximum 8
Accommodation
Comfortable ranch house / cottages
2026 Dates
Year round, Set itinerary Signature Safaris Sunday to Sunday; flexible stays on request
2026 Prices
7 night Set itinerary Signature Safaris from £2,132 per person (plus transfers); Flexible dates from £308 per adult per night; see “Key Information” below
What you'll be doing

Itinerary in Brief

Below is an example itinerary. Please ask us for other itineraries.

Day 1

Met at Johannesburg International airport and driven about a 2 ½ hours to Horizon in the Waterberg mountains. Time to relax before meeting the horses and a late afternoon ride to try them and for a first view of the area. Welcome dinner & night at Horizon.

Day 2

Woken with tea and a light breakfast before an early morning ride to try your horse at all paces, keeping an eye out for resident antelope, zebra and giraffe as you head through the game area. Lunch at the lodge and time to relax by the pool then an exhilarating ride along sandy tracks.

Day 3

An early start, riding onto the neighbouring Bellevue reserve to spend the night at Seringa or Savannah Lodge. There is abundant game here and some big open plains where you may find herds of several different species of antelope as well as zebra and giraffe. Lunch and in the afternoon set off to the southern part of the reserve to search for buffalo. Drinks admiring a beautiful African sunset. Dinner & night Bellevue Lodge

Day 4

Breakfast and a long ride, around 5 hours, through diverse habitats where a variety of wildlife can be found. Arrive back at Horizon Lodge for lunch and in the afternoon there will be an option for a game drive in one of the neighbouring Big 5 game reserve with the opportunity to see lion, elephant and rhino (extra charge). Dinner & night Horizon Lodge.

Day 5

A morning ride to some wilder areas, with perhaps a bush breakfast perpared under a giant fig tree. In the afternoon you set off following narrow paths to Camp Davidson for a night under canvas. A dip in the plunge pool, tea and a hot shower then drinks around the fire. Dinner and night Camp Davidson.

Day 6

Leaving Camp Davidson you set off across the north eastern areas of the reserve, passing Sunset lake and heading back to the main lodge. Lunch, then in the afternoon there will be a chance to play the addictive game of polo crosse. Dinner & night Horizon Lodge.

Day 7

A magical ride to explore another part of the reserve with views across the highlands of the Waterberg. In the aftenoon a fun, fast paced rides with optional cross country jumps. Your last sundowner at a stunning spot then return to the lodge for dinner and the night.

Day 8

Breakfast and perhaps re-visit your favourite ride of the week. A farewell lunch then transfer back to Johannesburg in time to check in for your onward flight
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What People Say

“Excellent riding, horses, staff, location 100% perfect. My second trip to Horizon again far exceeded my expectations, fabulous hosts and horses, definitely trip of a lifetime for any keen horsey person. Caters for all levels of riding, friendly staff, luxurious accommodation. I will definitely be going back again ! Very sad to leave Horizon!"
JF (Oxon)
"Overall a really impressive team at Horizon from being picked up at the airport to final goodbyes. We would love to go back one day and do the progressive safari. Highlights of the trip: watching my girls play polocrosse - going flat out on strange ponies. Riding through a herd of zebra. Just being in the bush."
Mr & Mrs H & family (Surrey)
"I could not fault the holiday – Horizon was in a beautiful location and all the staff were friendly and very professional. Thank you for recommending it."
VSvH (London)
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