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Activity Code: BMHW103
Overview
Starting at our working farm in the heart of the rainforest region, we use our own ancient logging tracks to reach the historical Bump Track. From here we travel over the stock route and the Bump Track west, climbing the eastern escarpment of the Great Divide and arrive at the overnight Cobb and Co stagecoach landing, founded in 1877.
Enjoy a saddle bag picnic lunch along the way at your leisure. Or lunch on the farm. On your ride you can see an abundance of wildlife including kangaroos, wallabies, dingoes, birds, brumbies, wild cattle and feral pigs. After a day's riding we arrive at camp/ or rustic cabin on the farm, both camp and cabin are set in beautiful, natural surroundings and you can relax by the billabong, or verandah enjoy a refreshing beverage watching the sun set, whilst your meal is being prepared.
You will look forward to an authentic wholesome meal after the day's adventure. Sleep in comfort of camp or in our rustics cabin . You can choose tent accommodation / cabin or experience the unique Australian bushman's bed known as a swag, sleeping under the stars. Our local area boasts the second highest population of bird species in the world.
In the morning you wake up to the bird songs of the bush and the mouthwatering smells of a traditional Aussie BBQ breakfast. (Cabin you can cook yourself at your leisure)
Our horses are specifically trained to suit all levels of riders - from absolute beginners to advanced. You do not need to be an experienced rider to enjoy our Overnight Outback Experience. Your hosts have a lifetime of horse experience, with the added bonus of being conservationists with in depth knowledge of the area you will be riding in. We give you a free horse riding lesson prior to, and during your ride to enhance your comfort and experience.Suzie is a qualified instructor with of the Association for Horsemanship Safety and Education in Australia.
Locations
Cairns (Cairns and Tropical North QLD - Queensland)
Port Douglas (Cairns and Tropical North QLD - Queensland)
Kuranda (Cairns and Tropical North QLD - Queensland)
This activity takes place on a 200 acre horse and cattle farm in Julatten, Far North Queensland. 1.5 Hour drive from Cairns. 45 Minute drive from Port Douglas. We can arrange return bus transfers from Cairns to Port Douglas (provided by Cairns-Port Douglas Transport Services). We collect you from Port Douglas at 9am and bring you up to the farm. It costs $55 for a return transfer from Cairns and we charge $20 for a pick up from Port Douglas ($40 for parties of two people or more). This additional payment can be made on the day.
Exact meeting point and supplier's details are provided immediately after booking.
Numbers
There can be up to 18 people riding on the day. However groups are usually kept to a minimum
Session Time
The day starts at 10am and returns the following day at approximtaely 5pm.
Guidelines & Restrictions
Riders must not exceed 90Kg. Please wear trousers, covered in shoes and a long sleeve top. Please bring sun cream and a camera.
We have two self-contained cabins that are available for rent throughout the year. They overlook green rolling hills to the mountains of some of Australia's most famous rainforest wilderness areas. We have views to the Windsor ranges, the Mossman Gorge and Cape Tribulation.
Extra Info
We have a luxury 4 wheel drive coutersy vehicle or can can arrange return bus transfers from Cairns to Port Douglas (provided by Cairns-Port Douglas Transport Services). We collect you from Port Douglas at 9am and bring you up to the farm. From Cairns 8.00am It costs $140 for a return transfer from Cairns and we charge $40 for a pick up & return to and from Port Douglas ($40 for parties of two people or more). We have a weight limit of 100 kg for new or inexperienced riders
Booking Insurance
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