African Horse Company Stanford Horse Riding

Ride along perfect white beaches of the Walker Bay Conservancy and whale sanctuary which is arguably the best land-based area in the world to watch whales (whale watching capital of the world from June to December – whales and their calves often come within meters of the coastline). Admire these magnificent creatures and their "aquabatic" displays, splashing, crashing and blowing, breaching, lobtailing, spy-hopping and sailing close to shore.

Enjoy the sandy beaches and experience the thrill of beach canters. Just before De Kelders the coastline gets rougher with rocky beaches and limestone cliffs which flatten out onto sandy stretches of die Plaat. The coastal landscape will give way to mountain fynbos when we hit the slopes of the coastal hills to return to Grootbos.

Directions
From Hermanus,

Take R43 to Stanford. Meet at the Ou Meul Bakery where guide will meet and bring you to Ride starting poin


From Gansbaai:

Take R43 towards Hermanus. After +/- 6km, there is a right turn to Grootbos. Take right and follow road 600m to top of hill and Grootbos Entrance on your left.
Drive past main entrance and onto dirt road. 600m from start of dirt, there is an African Horse Company signed turnoff into the paddock field

PLEASE NOTE: THERE ARE NO TOILET FACILITIES AT THIS SITE

When - All year round

Weather - Weather dependent Service

Wear - Usual riding outfit and equipment. It is important to ride in the equipment and clothing you are used to..

Bring - Sun cream
Camera

No spectators allowed. Only paying guest allowed on Trail