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Explore
the Wild Coast of South Africa with Mkulu Kei overnight horse trails
an all inclusive adventure package. This premier equestrian riding
experience will take you through the best of the best equine riding
terrain. See a diversity of ocean and wilderness from the back of
a horse and begin to understand why this complex coastline has claimed
so many ships over generations. By choosing the itinerary that suits
your time limitations we can show you South Africa’s best-kept
secret adapted to suit your riding capability. Stunning ocean views
on the horizon, hills, valleys, rivers, and miles of beach sand under
your horse’s feet. Round each corner a different bay, the South
African Wild Coast on an equestrian trail is awesome horse riding
country; see stunning scenery, pristine coastline, rural village,
nature, birds, game, dolphins and whales.
This sensational safari horse trail in South Africa offers different
packages from 2 days –12 days, an all-inclusive riding
holiday experience, personalized to suit you. An extraordinary
horseback eco-adventure along the Eastern Cape, Wild Coast,
of South Africa.
An impressive combination of equine riding, exploration
and visual encounters, a wild, unspoiled pristine coastline,
history, rural life, bird life, game, rolling hills, jagged
cliffs, culture and heritage. A kaleidoscope of experiences,
scenery and terrain on each day.
The Transkei, Wild Coast a scenic underdeveloped coastline experienced
on horseback is a must do experience.
Accommodation en route is at good beach hotels, luxury B&B, and
cottages, with clean rooms, hot water and incredible food and an option
of camping out for one night. Thereby give you a diversity and assortment
making each night accommodation as different as the countryside.
"A real ride to many places at any paces"
There are so many equestrian holidays and vacations, why
choose us? Read on and find out.
The following is an example of what to expect, but no two Wild Coast
horse trails vacations are ever the same. Although every attempt is
made to adhere to the itinerary, please note that itineraries are
subject to change according to clients riding abilities, availability
of hotel accommodation, rider’s preferences and possibility
of inclement weather and swollen rivers. The Wild Coast beaches also
change with the shifting of sand by the tides, making some paths inaccessible
one day and an easy route the next.
Most images have been thumb-nailed - click on the image to see
a larger photo.
The sound of the horse's hoofs on the beach, the splash of the seawater,
the sun on your face and the wind in your hair will live with you
forever.
Whether you dream of riding along open savannah grasslands, pristine
coastal forests or unspoiled Wild Coast beaches, there's a Mkulu Kei
Horse Trail that suits your available time, riding level and budget
...
And what better way to experience South Africa, but on the
back of a horse...
The Two Day or Weekend getaway Trip is a quick equestrian
get away aimed at guests who have very little time but want or need
a break. A ride through to Seagulls Hotel and surrounding areas to
accomplish on your horse with stunning scenic views.
Three Day - Two-Night Taste of the Wild Coast
on horseback, a mini horse trail for those who want to experience
the Wild Coast on horseback and would like to see and explore as
much of the Wild Coast as they can in a limited time. Highly recommended
equestrian tour, as you will get a taste of the Transkei on a horse
ride trek in a short time frame staying at Seagulls hotel literally
on the beach sand. The extra day gives us a comfortable ride through
to the Jacaranda shipwreck and surrounding coastal areas with a
chance to canter on a long beach and awesome views on every horizon.
The Four Day - Three Night Wild Coast equine eco adventure
The three nights will give you a chance to stay at both Seagulls
and Wavecrest hotels with the diversity of riding swimming the Kobonquuba
River on your horse. Relax at the spa, witness a nature lovers and
bird watches haven and experience all the extreme routes, trails
and terrain we can opt for and explore on your horse trekking holiday.
The Five Day - Four Night Wild Coast horse trekking holiday,
for your adventure travel gets you two nights at both Seagulls
and Wavecrest Hotels. The adventure of a range of countryside and
all the extremes in equestrian riding and accommodation with the
option to add an extra night camping in a coastal forest. The camping
option can also be accommodated within the 5 day trail by forgoing
one night at Wavecrest Hotel. This trail option increases the area
we can cover on horseback and all the different adventures that
go with it. Both in facilities at the accommodation sites, and also
the tapestry in visual and riding excursions this option gives guests
a good introduction to what the Wild Coast has to offer.
* Our most popular vacation of all our horse trekking safaris.
The Seven Day - Six Night Wild Coast a horse trek and mini
safari holiday. Crossing the Kobonquuba River, spend two
nights atboth Seagulls and Wavecrest hotels, and on our return to
Morgan Bay get to see and ride through the game, Bead beach, Black
rock and luxury B&B Cock-Inn. You could also opt to add on a
night camping on the other side of the estuary at Wavecrest Hotel
adding a whole new perspective to the trail; a night in a tent,
good old South African “braai” round the fire with traditional
South African food, different scenery and more beach riding activity
adventures.
The 8-12 Day Wild Coast a selection of equestrian riding safari
holidays in SA.
In addition to the pre-planned trail options above we can also offer
a longer trail adapted to your requirements with more time to ride
and explore this incredible coastline.
Tell us the duration of your holiday, your equine capabilities and
what you want to see and do and we will try to accommodate you,
making your coastal and safari horse riding adventure personalized.
A basic Itinerary:
The following is an example of what to expect, but no two Wild Coast
horse trails vacations are ever the same, for some many different
reasons.
Our most popular vacation of all our horse trekking safaris.
A combination of coastal equine riding and safari adventure.
Seven Day - Six Night Wild Coast a horse trek and mini safari
holiday. (With the option of adding a night camping for more in the
saddle time, more to see, more to ride and more exposure of this panoramic
countryside).
Day 1:
Meet at our riding stables just outside Morgan Bay in The
Eastern Cape, South Africa at the designated time (approx
9:30), a later departure can be arranged to fit in with your
travel plans. If you require a lift from Morgan Bay, Kei Mouth
or shuttle from the East London Buffalo City airport please
tells and we would be more than happy to collect you.
Meet our ponies & horses an introduction to the different
equine personalities and temperaments, help and riding tips
if you need to help make your S African horse trekking vacation
a memorable experience.
Allocation of horses and tacking up.
We ride through a neighbouring farm towards the beach crossing
the little riverine stopping for your equine to drink. Riding
on through open Savannah grassland at a walk or trot while you
get accustomed to your mount, proceeding through riverines and
coastal forests we pass Coral trees once used as brakes for
the ox wagons. Be on the lookout for a wide variety of birds
including Crown Cranes, Egyptian geese, Jackal Buzzards, Fish
Eagles. Along the way we pass dams often covered in purple water-lily
flowers. The ocean view already in plan view as we enter the
village of Morgan Bay and on to the beach, time permitting your
first canter on a South African sandy beach. But there is more
to come and we need to turn towards the town Kei Mouth turning
inland and up a dirt track avoiding the bird sanctuary and nature
reserve where the rocks and indigenous forest make it totally
impossible for a horse to pass. Hacking over the rise a view
of Kei Mouth the ocean and a glimpse of where we are
heading as we amble on the hiking footpath next to the golf course
entering the village of Kei Mouth.
Riding through the area, which was once a human buffer! In 1820 settlers
arrived in South Africa with the high hopes of making a good living.
Africa was described as bountiful and fertile, with plenty rain and
an ideal climate. At the time Britain was experiencing a depression
resulting from the industrial revolution and they had to cope with
discharged forces after the Napoleonic Wars. There was a propaganda
campaign to lure white settlers to South Africa and the theory was
to create a British Settler human buffer to defend the Colony against
bands of raiding Xhosas. In 1857 members of the 3rd regiment of the
British German Legion (A mercenary unit recruited to fight in the
Crimean War) were settled in the area. This first German settlement
was not a great success, as most of the men were without families
and many drifted off to India or other parts of Southern Africa at
the first opportunity. In an attempt to alleviate this "desertion",
the British Government imported 34 German families in 1858 and 1859.
These new families were not soldiers, but farmers and adapted to the
area.
Taking one of the routes we pass through the bird sanctuary, lover’s
lane and the town of Kei Mouth with its long history of equestrian
sports. The first club for mounted games and gymkhana in South Africa
in 1889 that practiced their riding skills on the Kei beach.
We reach the Great Kei River (Mkhulu Kei) (The
old border post between Transkei and South Africa, in the days
of apartheid). The crossing with the horses on the Pont is an
experience of its own. Once on the other side of this magnificent
tidal river, being influenced by both sea and having a rainfall
catchments area of some 200kms, we ride across the saltpans
and onto the beach. Each and every trail is unique as the coastline
constantly changes, sometimes black with Titanium, sandy and
at other times rocky. Just give your equine a long rein and
like mountain goats they will choose the best route to pass.
The powerful sea pounds the rocks forming incredible shapes
reminding us as to why the area is called the Wild Coast and
as to why there are so many ship wrecks along this stretch of
coast-line.
Look out for Sanderlings and crabs as they scurry across the
sand in front of your steeds feet. To the left indigenous forests
with a wide variety of plants, Giant Sterculiaceae, Palms, Cycads
and around each corner a different bay. We pass estuaries, which
are sometimes cut off from the sea, and at other times spilling
into the sea with force. These estuaries represent some of the
most productive and recreationally important areas of our coast,
offering a wealth of plant and animal life, which needs to be
protected from development, but have been known to affect our
horse trekking adventure - there are potentially six extra rivers
on some trails. We mix our paces, sometimes quietly walking,
at other times extending the canter or even a race. Wait a little,
breath the fresh air, feel the sea spray on your face and the
wind in your hair take a mental picture or pose for the camera,
relax and take in the whole equus horse safari trail.
Our destination for tonight Seagulls Hotel, a family beach hotel
on the seashore where both rider and horse are welcomed by friendly
staff who go out of their way to make
you feel at home. Have a sundowner on the deck over looking the sea
watch out for whales and dolphins playing in the surf. After your
delicious meal spend time with your fellow riders in the bar for quality
out of the saddle time while the equines get a chance to rest or graze
in a camp not far from your room. Retire to your comfortable room,
listening to the ocean while adsorbing your coastal riding tour with
Mkulu Kei.
You could be here!
Day 2:
Spend time bonding with your mount, feed and brush him, then
after a full breakfast we saddle up again and take the route
to the Jacaranda shipwreck. The Jacaranda was a Greek coaster,
which ran aground in good weather on 18 September 1971. It had
a crew of 15 and nobody was injured. It was believed that the
empty vessel suffered engine trouble and was caught by strong
winds. The wreck of the Jacaranda is a ‘must see’
by anyone visiting the Old Transkei and a stark reminder of
the force of the ocean in the Wild Coast. Due to time and huge
tides of late the Jacaranda shipwreck is disintegrating fast,
so book now before you miss it. With a selection of options
of terrain we can travel far and ride further than the hikers
with an array of choices of paths, we can take a longer route
to the highland over 4X4 tracks and motorbike trails then back
through a winding hidden valley trail and through coastal Fynbos
on to a sandy long beach for a canter or gallop an all-inclusive
equus adventure. At every stage of the equine trek a panoramic
view of sea and countryside with wilderness on one side and
ocean on the other. Pass ancient Middens, the remnants of the
Koi people, seafood their main diet. The way to the shipwreck
depends on the tides, the coastal route takes us along the beaches,
Come ride with us. . .
which we share with local Nguni cattle with their beautiful colours
that gather on the sand. The Nguni cattle originating from higher
up the continent are an ancient breed of cattle and extremely valuable
to the locals.
If tides permit, we take the horses deep into the waves passing the
rocks. Alternatively we could take the path, winding above the cliffs
over looking the ocean, or the high road with a panoramic view of
the sea on the horizon in any direction a vista of scenes rolling
hills dotted with Xhosa huts, deep valleys, estuaries, colours, long
beaches and cozy bays.
We may pass young Xhosa boys working their ox sled and collecting
wood as their ancestors did generations ago, you may see a once
forbidden sight, a Marquette - a very important time in a young
Xhosa mans life, his circumcision when he transforms from a
boy to a man.
Pass an ancient grave, most likely to be that of a Hottentot,
whose mythology and religious practices believe a mythical devil
may hover over a grave. The graves, large mounds of stones,
are found all over the country, and no Hottentot will pass,
without adding another stone or branch, sometimes also muttering
a prayer for good luck in hunting.
Following the winding paths made for speed and begging to be
ridden we take in the spectacular views until we reach the Kobonquuba
River. The depth of the river depends on the tides and recent
inland rain; it can be shallow with a few
swimming strides or a good swim across. Either way the horses are
strong swimmers, bold and happy to carry you across on their backs
with powerful strides. It is important that we do not try to cross
on a moving tide or swollen rivers.
Once across on the sandy beach a good way to dry off is at a brisk
pace. The horses are happy to oblige on one of the many familiar tracks,
they know where they are and love the freedom of riding on trail,
sometimes abreast, at other times being competitive. Taking the waters
edge along the rocky shoreline, often riding shoulder to fin with
dolphin, who seem to set their pace with ours or take a path through
an indigenous forest and onto one of the many winding ox-sled paths
leading to Wavecrest Hotel.
A resort situated on a crystal clear lagoon fed by two mangrove-lined
rivers which weave through pristine forest where over 300 exotic bird
species can be found. A haven for bird watches or those who love nature.
After a good lunch, relax on the deck overlooking the Nxaxo Estuary,
which changes every few minutes as though it has a life of its own.
Moving tidal water and sand bars making assortment of colours and
shapes in the estuary a very relaxing atmosphere. Enjoy the abundance
of animal and bird life as coastal and sea birds rub shoulders and
compete for sky space. A haven for nature lovers and bird watches.
For the more energetic play squash take a canoe up stream, enjoy your
time out the saddle swimming, at the spa for a treatment, or just
gazing at the sights in front of you. The horses rolling or grazing
in the field with their mates after the hours under saddle.
Above it all, the regal Fish Eagle can be heard to shriek his haunting
cry. A organized boat ride up the estuary with a knowledgeable guide
a must do. On your boat trip up the estuary see Black and Red Mangroves
compete in their unique environment with their aerial breathing roots
and sacrificial leaf systems, and the tiny red crabs that share this
delicate environment. An abundance of bird life can be seen in this
special part of the Wild Coast, Long Crested Eagle, Mangrove Kingfisher,
Narina Trogan, Knysna Loerie and Trumpeter Hornbill to name a few.
This is a bird watcher’s paradise. Before dinner, the Crown
cranes dance on the beach as they wait to be fed, a sight well worth
watching. Retire to your room after a delicious meal and fall asleep
in comfort, listening to the sounds of nature. Reflecting on all you
have seen and experienced on this equestrian horse holiday.
Day 3:
After a hardy breakfast, tides permitting, we swim or wade the horses
over the Nxaxo Estuary to the awesome expansive golden beach in front
of the hotel for a good long canter and to explore the coastline.
A stunning beach to race on. Passing the remains of an old steam shipwreck
Frontier 3 that ran a ground in 1845. It is worth seeing the sand
dune formation, which has produced Fresh Water pans below sea level
and now serves as watering holes for the wild game on this particular
exquisite coastline. They were caused by a combination of the ancient
San people's migratory route and present wind patterns and are unique
phenomena. Look out for rocks from a Meteorite that hit earth years
ago.
It is important to limit the time across before the tides change.
Alternatively, take a ride on one of the many sandy cattle sled paths
or 4x4 tracks that meander and wind through the coastal flora and
dune Fynbos or take a ride parallel to the estuary and wetlands towards
the Xhosa village. Avisit to a typical rural hut and traditional Xhosa
family can be arranged at a small donation to the family, this is
someone’s home and not a set up for the tourist. Life here is
complex, often the head of the house is an old lady with numerous
grandchildren all living off her small government pension while the
rest of the family work in the bigger centers while others are child
headed homes due to a very high incident of aids having no living
parent are scratching to make ends meet.
We ride over contoured lands once planted with commercial crops by
the Europeans in days gone by; we pass the odd tiny patch of planted
maize, often planted especially to make beer, not to feed the family.
Smiling children run with us and adults greet us with enthusiasm.
Happy to share their lives with us. Stop and take a photograph, as
they love to pose! But a women dressed in traditional clothing must
be asked first, she will probably agree and bring out her long traditional
smoking pipe for a small fee. We do how ever ask you not to give the
children sweets; in days gone by tourists handed out abundance of
sweets as they past, as a result we used to be mobbed by begging children
making the horse trail unpleasant. We have a rule if they help us
pick up a fallen cap or sunglasses, hold a horse any kind of assistance
we give then something. No work no pay and now small groups of kids
come and ask us about the horses, their English language improving
each trail. They are fascinated by the horse’s names, words
they would not learn in the classroom.
Take a packed lunch for more time riding, more
sites, more hidden valley trails, winding paths, more canters
on the beach or alternatively return for lunch. The rest of
the afternoon is yours to take a swim in the sea or pool,
a canoe trip up the estuary, visit the spa or just relax and
watch as the estuary change before your eyes. A second day
is required to absorb what nature has to offer in this special
part of the world.
Even better extend your trail by a day and add another element
to your trip. Sleep in a tent in an indigenous forest on an
estuary, listening to the sea. The evening is spent around the
bonfire experiencing traditional South African food and chatting
about your equestrian trek. Tomorrow we will be back at Wavecrest
Hotel a comfortable bed, hot water and you can visit the spa!
Day 4:
After a full breakfast we saddle up and cross the veld to a
path that twists through a thick indigenous forest. As we ride
we are shaded from the sun by a canopy of huge old trees that
intertwine with creepers and shrubs forming a carpet of green
under our feet. These trees - Yellowwoods, White Stinkwoods,
Milkwoods, Knoblewoods and Sneezewoods to name a few - are hundreds
of years old and have been used by local Sangomas for their
preparation of “Muti”, (medicine) and Tribal Ceremonies.
White Stinkwoods, are reputed to have magical properties, and
used with crocodile fat for protection against lightening. (The
locals are incredibly superstitious and lightening is feared).
The White Milkwood bark and roots are used to cure broken bones
and treat fevers. The Small Knobwood bark used as a snakebite
remedy, the yellow roots for toothache, and crushed leaves against
fever. The Sneezewood tree bark is used as an insect repellent
and Ficus sur for respiratory complaints. Ficus Natalensis is
often used for gynaecological
complaints, particularly during pregnancy. (It is of great interest
to me that at the Mkulu Kei homestead my pregnant mares are often
seen eating the leaves.)
You could be here.
As you ride out on your equestrian horse trekking adventure look out
for the stunning Tree Orchids and listen to the sound of your horse's
feet echo in the thick forest with, in the distance, the roar of the
sea. The path ends on the beach just before the Kobonqaba River. Again
we plunge into the water asking our equines to carry us across. We
travel the lower track or hiking trails for a while then onto the
beach for a canter and sometimes even a race. Alternatively we can
take the inland route and travel on a 4x4 track, which makes good
hacking as it twists and turns goes up embankments and down the other
side. A fun alternative to riding a horse in an arena. Riding above
the cliffs over-looking the ocean, you will see rolling hills splattered
with Xhosa huts. The huts consist of poles cut from the forest, planted
in a circle and interwoven with saplings. The walls are then covered
with mud and cow dung mixture to help bind them together and the roof
covered with thatch grass or corrugated iron. A watery mixture of
cow dung, applied regularly, hardens to a shiny dust-free floor surface.
On our horse trail pass young Xhosa boys working
their ox sled or checking their father’s cattle or women
carrying huge buckets of water on their heads, or little black
Transkei pigs, who traditionally clean up any human waste.
Cattle with their beautiful colours are very valuable to the
Xhosa and considered money in the bank and are not slaughtered
except on special occasions. Horned cattle constitute their
principal wealth, and form a medium of exchange throughout
the country. Great care is taken of them, and particular skill
is exhibited in their training. They are taught to obey signals,
and even to run home upon a certain call or whistle being
given. In former days every man of note had his racing oxen,
and prided himself upon their good qualities as much as an
English squire does upon his stud of blood horses. Ox racing
was then one of the institutions of this part of the world,
and was connected with all kinds of festivities.
The care of cattle is considered the most honorable employment,
and falls entirely to the men. They milk the cows, take charge
of the dairy, and will not permit a woman even to touch an
udder. The women do not always use the same words as the men,
owing to the custom called ukuhlonipa, which prohibits females
from pronouncing the names of any of their husband's male
relatives in the ascending line, or any words whatever in
which the principal syllables of such names occur.
We might see a lone fisherman out of the holiday season or a
group of hikers as we sail past on the back of a horse but we
will probably be the only visitors in this undeveloped area.
Arrive for lunch at Sea Gulls Hotel on you
next leg of your South African riding holiday. An idyllic beachfront
hotel hideaway snuggled into a lush and colourful landscape.
In the afternoon we give the horses a chance to graze and rest
while we enjoy the time out of the saddle or visit the gates,
waterfalls or Norqawuse’s pool, Blue gum forest, ride
on the airstrip or rural golf course. There are so many winding
alternative paths each route seems to be tailor made for your
riding ability. Choosing paths up and through river valleys,
rocks, hills, down embankments and sand dunes for confident
riders and less extreme, easier routes for novice riders. This
way we can personalize your pony & horse trek not only by
the pace we ride but the terrain we choose to explore on the
Wild Coast. Tonight, weather permitting; moonlight ride after
supper is on the itinerary. We ride by the light of the moon
and stars; the waves reflect the light adding to the experience.
A highly recommended seafood platter can be arranged prior to
trail commencing at a small extra cost.
Traditionally this is party night! And many a good evening has
been had with new equine friends in the bar. Listening to Barry
on his guitar and singing along to all the old classics, Karaoke,
music DVDs or dancing the night away.
Come
ride with us...
Day 5:
After breakfast the choice is yours. We can choose the more direct
route along the beach, to the Kei River, once more to cross by the
Pont.
See You in the saddle soon.
Alternatively we could ride inland
today through the forest to see The Gates and Twin Falls, or
The Waterfall of Unbelievers, and Nonqawuse's pool. A highly
sensitive subject amongst the Xhosa people. “The place
of shame”. The pool is where a young orphan Xhosa girl
Nonqawuse in 1856 saw strange faces looking up at her, and heard
voices from her ancestors that told her that they would help
the Xhosa drive the Red coats (British solders) away. Her vision
was instrumental in the killing of thousands of Xhosa cattle,
resulting in wide spread starvation and in changing the Xhosa
history.
The Xhosa have a system of religion (culture), which they carefully
observe. It is based upon the supposition of the existence of
spirits who can interfere with the affairs of this world, and
who must therefore be propitiated with sacrifices. These spirits
are those of their deceased chiefs, the greatest of whom has
power over lightning. When the spirits become hungry, they send
a plague or disaster until sacrifices are offered and their
hunger is appeased. When a person is killed, it would be considered
rebellion to mourn for one whom the great chief has sent for.
This is your African horse trekking adventure, we want you to
have an equine horseback experience of a lifetime and with your
new found equestrian confidence we like to give the riders a
chance to explore their equestrian capability on patient surefooted
horses, by riding routes that they may never have tried before.
The long winding paths give us the opportunity to walk, trot
or canter as we make our way to Morgan Bay. The beautiful stretch
of beach invites you to canter along the water edge or even
in the shallow waves. Ask your horse to take you deeper into
the waves or into the lagoon, time permitting we could ride
up the Morgan Bay cliffs.
As we make our way off the cliff, look out for the resident
Giant Monitor Lizard often seen lying dusking in the sun on
the rocks. A stunning view awaits you with possible sightings
of dolphins and whales frolicking in their playground. Witness
the colours of the Indian Ocean and spectacular rock formations
that make the Coastline spectacular. Inland, the area was called
The Border for much of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries
and this was the region of conflict between the British colonists,
moving ever eastwards, and the southward moving Xhosa peoples.
(Along the Great Kei River nine major wars took place). Tonight
your night stop is at Morgan Bay Hotel, the horses at the riding
stable.
Day 6:
With so much riding experience under your belt you may opt for
a hotter horse or stay with the mount you have bonded with for
your next stretch of safari riding. Today we ride inland through
rolling Savannah grasslands and on to a private game farm. You
will see Zebra, Impala, Duiker, Wildebeest, Blesbok, Bush pig,
Giant Water Monitor and a wide variety of birds some 250 species
inland, coastal and sea birds. Then take in the view at the
Double Mouth estuary; absorb the sea view of the Indian Ocean
from the cliffs at Black Rock, riding high above the coastline
over looking the rugged rocky shores, a graveyard of many ships,
and then on to a rocky Bead Beach where one can still finds
pieces of blue and white Ming porcelain and Carnelian beads
in the shingle. These treasures are from the shipwrecked Santo
Espiritu (early Portuguese Carrack) that came to grief along
this piece of the coast in 1608.
Tonight we stay at one of Black Rock Luxury cottages and have
traditional braai while overlooking the sea. Smaller riding
groups stay at Black Rock B&B at working cattle ranch with
Eastern Cape hospitality or at a luxury guesthouse Cock-Inn
a spoil you atmosphere stay at a working ranch. Depending on
your choice you may opt for more time riding amongst the wildlife
or ride inland, a riding safari through open Savannah grassland,
riverines and coastal forests. We pass dams often covered in
their purple blanket of water-lily flowers. Fill your water
bottle and let your horse drink at one of the river valleys.
By heading inland towards Mkulu Kei Nature Reserve (the family
farm) a very scenic farm, with its rolling hills with many river
valley trails. Experience riding with the mares and foals, out
of nowhere the family units join us in a long line consisting
of all ages from tiny foals to fat pregnant mares. However if
you wanted more safaris riding and the experience of getting
very close to a Zebra family unit you would also get one last
canter on the Morgan Bay beach on the last day.
Day 7:
If you opted to ride through to Cock-Inn we make our way back through
open Savannah grassland, riverines and valley forests with the ocean
on the horizon to the beach stables. Reflecting on all you have seen
and experienced on your special South African equine eco-adventure.
Equus horses ride through Sub-Tropical coastal hills, river
valleys and to long golden sandy beaches of the Wild Coast in South
Africa, a horseback-riding holiday, with so much more.
Come Riding with Us on trained trail horses ...
…and
you will see rolling hills, rich Savannah grasslands and thick-forested
valleys with multitudes of rivulets cascading down to rivers that
eventually spill out onto quiet sandy beaches, fantastic high rise
cliffs and spectacular rock formations that make the Wild Coast
in South Africa one of the most beautiful places in the world. An
incredible equine vacation with a combination of cross-country horseback
riding, the exploration of our beautiful coastline and awesome breathtaking
scenery.
And what better way to experience South Africa’s best
kept secret and beautiful coastline than on the back of a horse…
Ever thought you would like to canter your horse with the African
sun on your face along a sandy beach, play in the waters edge or
in the sea waves?
You could be here on your coastal horseback holiday.
We at Mkulu Kei Horse Trails, the two and the four legged would
like to say a big Thank you to all our guests for sending us their
horse trekking photos, these are your vacation memories.
Thank You.
Cheryl
P O Box 25, Haga Haga 5272,
Eastern Cape, South Africa.
During the day please contact me on the cell, I am
probably horsing around.
Signal can be irregular, please leave a message or phone
me on the landline in the evenings.
Come
ride with us...
