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Created: Saturday, May 24, 2025
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Port Macquarie, Australia Port Macquarie, Australia
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Australia: New South wales - The Comboyne plateau
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Day 1: Port Macquarie Airport

ITALY/PORT MACQUARIE/KENDALL (-/-/D)

We aim to offer you an experience to discover the Comboyne area! Well-trained and forward horses for riders of good level, coming from all over the world. The quality of the horses and their special training set the pace for this ride, which includes long canters. The starting base is an authentic farm nestled in the picturesque upper Lorne Valley. This one-week program offers rides through beautiful forests and countryside, crowned with excellent food and first-class service.
During the week, as we cross the diverse landscape of the central-northern coast of New South Wales in Australia, there will be plenty of opportunities to observe wildlife in their beautiful natural habitat. We will follow trails and tracks in the forests, through 20,000 hectares (50,000 acres) of state forest, encountering small corners of rainforest, eucalyptus forests, waterfalls, streams, and historic railway lines once used for timber transport. We will ascend and descend steep ridges, cross agricultural land, and explore local attractions such as a winery, cafes, and a Macadamia Farm to taste unique regional products.
Our journey will take us along the Pacific Ocean on kilometers of long deserted beaches, and we will ascend the Comboyne Plateau, an elevated agricultural region boasting green rolling hills and breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean – make sure to bring your camera! In the evening, after refreshing ourselves with a swim in the pool, we will relax and enjoy the natural beauty from the veranda of our private cottages or share drinks and stories with fellow riders in the large common area of the lodge, where guests and guides dine together. A delicious meal accompanied by local wine and coffee will be served next to a crackling fire in the colder months or outdoors on the veranda in the summer.
Pick-up from Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ) at 5:15 PM or from Kendall train station at 6:15 PM (transfers not available for the short program).


Day 2: Port Macquarie

KENDALL (B/L/D)
First ride through the wooded areas surrounding the lodge, with tall eucalyptus forests and rainforest zones, beautiful trails in the peaceful bush, and short, fun canters. Stop for lunch under the tall eucalyptus trees in the heart of the forest. This is a short 3-hour ride to get familiar with the horses. Wildlife we may encounter during our rides and at the farm includes wallabies, goannas, and many bird species, including the black cockatoo. Occasionally, we may even spot a koala or an echidna!


Day 3: Port Macquarie

KENDALL (B/L/D)
Ride up the impressive Comboyne Mountain (670 m), whose summit is visible from the lodge. Magnificent 360-degree views from the top: panoramic views of the vast NSW state eucalyptus forest, regional agricultural properties, the NSW Mid North Coast, Bago Bluff National Park, the Comboyne Plateau, and the beginning of the Great Dividing Range. This is the most challenging route for the horses, with uphill canters, long steep sections, and some rough terrain. Horses and riders will enjoy a well-deserved lunch break at the summit before descending and returning to the lodge.


Day 4: Port Macquarie

KENDALL (B/L/D)
A long day in the saddle, starting along a historic timber tramway, heading to the nearby Bago wineries. Crossing waterways (home to platypuses, though rarely seen) and possibly moving some livestock as we ride through neighboring agricultural properties. We will follow the historic Longworth's Tramway Heritage Trail and see remnants of the timber railway line that operated in the 1920s. Picnic lunch under the shade of tall eucalyptus trees. Then, an adventurous descent and amazing long canters for up to 4 km on beautiful forest trails. At the winery, we’ll taste local products while admiring the vineyards. From October to November, the flowering jacarandas give off an incredible fragrance. We will leave the horses here and return to the lodge by vehicle.


Day 5: Port Macquarie

KENDALL (B/L/D)
A fantastic day at the beach, with canters along the Pacific Ocean. Keep an eye out for dolphins among the waves and close encounters with kangaroos. Lunch break on the beach, near a colony of the unique native Australian Grasstrees, or enjoy Fish & Chips at the local fishery co-op. Between May and November, whale sightings are possible. Transfers to and from the beach are by car and horse transport (45 minutes each way).


Day 6: Port Macquarie

KENDALL (B/L/D)
The final day in the saddle, through agricultural lands and forests and rolling fertile countryside, with views of the Pacific Ocean. The richness of Comboyne’s unique topography and its fertile soils add a special touch to the journey, with dairy farms and avocado orchards dotting the landscape. Stop at Waitui Falls for lunch. In the afternoon, panoramic views of the Three Brothers mountains, a place of great spiritual significance to the Biripi Aboriginal people.


Day 7:

KENDALL/PORT MACQUARIE/ITALY (B/-/-)
After breakfast, transfer to the airport at 9:00 AM or to the train station at 9:00 AM. Request a personalized quote for the continuation of your stay.

Note:
The itinerary above is indicative. It may be subject to changes due to weather conditions or circumstances beyond our control. A shorter version of the itinerary is available upon request (quote upon request).

Notes:
(B/L/D): B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner
Difficulty level: From ° to °°°°°

Duration: 7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS
Difficulty: °°°° (INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED)
Accommodation: Lodge
Equipment: Lightweight endurance saddle in English style
Horses: AUSTRALIAN horses from local breeding farms, sometimes crossbred with Arabians. Well-trained horses for long distances and forward-moving. Suitable for riders with a good level of experience.
Pace: 4-6 HOURS PER DAY IN THE SADDLE, with an average distance of 30/40 km per day – Long trots and canters. A good physical condition and the ability to be comfortable in the saddle in open spaces and various terrains are required. A total of 150 km will be covered with 21 hours in the saddle.
What to bring: Riding clothes, waterproof gear, water bottle, fanny pack, helmet, insect repellent, sunscreen, swimsuit.
Minimum Age: 15 years
Maximum Weight: 80 kg
Type: Equestrian stay with overnight stays in a lodge.

Accommodation:
6 nights at Kerewong Lodge, located in the Lorne Valley, between Taree and Port Macquarie.
Surrounded by nature, it offers numerous outdoor spaces, with verandas overlooking the gardens, horse paddocks, and pool. A convivial common area. Rooms of various types, some with shared bathrooms.
The lodge is committed to environmental sustainability through the use of rainwater for water supply. WIFI available.
Home-cooked meals made with local products. Full-board treatment from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 7. Buffet breakfast, picnic lunches brought by support vehicles along the way. Two-course dinners with local wine included (other alcoholic drinks can be purchased at the local liquor store upon arrival).
Special dietary restrictions can be indicated.

Guaranteed Departure Dates with a minimum of 1 rider departing from Italy:

From 04/01 to 10/01
From 20/03 to 26/03
From 03/04 to 09/04
From 17/04 to 23/04
From 04/05 to 10/05
From 18/05 to 24/05
From 05/06 to 11/06
From 30/08 to 05/09
From 14/09 to 20/09
From 29/09 to 05/10
From 12/10 to 18/10
From 26/10 to 01/11
From 09/11 to 15/11
From 27/11 to 03/12
Additional dates available upon request with a minimum of 2 participants in June, July, and August.

Participants: MIN 2 MAX 4

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2 Adults
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Included
Round-trip transfer from Port Macquarie airport or Kendall station (at specified times)
All meals as per the program (beverages included)
6 nights in the lodge
4 days on horseback (5-6 hours per day)
Horses and equipment provided
Support vehicles
Expert local guide speaking English and German
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Intercontinental flights to/from Port Macquarie
Meals not mentioned, airport taxes, beverages, tips, personal expenses
Alcoholic beverages other than local wine
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