The World’s 8 Best Stellenbosch Horseback Riding Tours

1.2 Hour Vineyard Trail Ride

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

Join Ubuntu Horse Trails at Vredenheim for a roughly two-hour ride through farmland and vineyards near Stellenbosch. A short lesson helps beginners get comfortable, while guides such as Roedie and Louise adjust the pace for mixed ability groups. Expect views toward Table Mountain, local commentary, well-cared-for horses, and a maximum of six riders.

“I had an absolutely incredible experience horseback riding with Ubuntu Horse Trails. It was so picturesque riding through Vredenheim’s wine estate. My guide, Roedie, was knowledgeable, incredibly kind, and the best riding partner! He is a true expert on horses and made Read more”

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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 wildlife reserve 12km from Stellenbosch. Gentle horses suit beginners, and an English-speaking guide shares animal facts and local stories as you look for giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, eland, and more. Groups are limited to six, but the 75kg weight limit is absolute.

“Ein wunderbarer Ausritt. Es wird genau geschaut, welches Pferd zu einem passt und die Pferde sind in einem sehr guten Zustand. Man sieht viele Tiere.”

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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, following a guide beneath oak trees, beside vineyards and along the river. The route may include mountain paths and tractor tracks, with a climb toward Paarl Mountain. All riding levels are welcome. Guides including Flower and Michelle are praised for patient care of both riders and horses.

“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

Ride for one hour through the Franschhoek wine valley from Vrede en Lust Wine Estate. Guides such as Kevin lead small groups along tractor tracks, open ground, and mountain paths. Beginners are welcome, riders are grouped by experience, helmets and horses are provided, and the ride returns to the estate.

“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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5.Half Day Horseback Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · from $223

Ride from Vredenheim Wine Estate across the Stellenbosch vineyards with Ubuntu Horse Trails. Your host matches the pace to your riding ability, with trots and canters for confident riders. The five-hour outing includes mountain views, wine tasting, and a restaurant lunch, though the booking details should be checked because food and wine are listed inconsistently.

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6.Horse Riding Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $77

Ride for 90 minutes through a 240-hectare wildlife sanctuary near Stellenbosch, with giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, antelope, and birds around you. Guides such as Monika, Rachel, Rebecca, and Deirdre match riders with suitable horses. Groups are capped at seven, helmets are provided, and riders must be at least 8 years old and weigh 85kg or less.

“The Baby Giraffs and all the nice horses. Rachel new a lot about all the wild animals. There were even grey birds! Everything was well organised and the Rachel was very friendly and helpfull.”

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7.Half Day – Wine Tasting Horse Trail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $222

Spend about four hours riding through the Franschhoek wine valley with a local guide, gentle horses, snacks, and bottled water. The route crosses a working farm and vineyards before climbing toward a mountain viewpoint, then returns to a selected wine estate for one or two tastings. Chantal may lead your ride, with pace matched to your experience.

“Mind was blown! We enjoyed every bit of this tour! Horses were so tamed and easy. Wine was amazing! Weather was perfect! Chantal and another guy that had a unique name, they were the best guides we could ever ask for. We drove ourselves there so it was a tad difficRead more”

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8.2h – Horse Trail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $142

Ride with Wine Valley Adventures from Vrede en Lust Wine Estate near Simondium. Michelle and her team match you with a calm, well-schooled horse, then guide you through tractor routes, mountain paths, open ground, and possible canters. Beginners and experienced riders can join the same booking, with groups divided by ability.

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