Riverina and Country New South Wales – New South Wales

The coastal route between Melbourne and Sydney is another one of the ‘must do road trips’ when visiting Australia. Once you arrive in Bega it’s the ideal spot to venture inland into real horse and riding country to enjoy your epic horse adventure where legendary bushmen and cattlemen have been writing history.

With Australia’s highest peaks a magnificent backdrop, the region is perfect for horse riding and to also throw a line and do a bit of fishing. Enjoy this unspoiled alpine wilderness dotted with charming towns, rolling vineyards, grazing pastures and some berry farms and taste cool-climate wines and delicious local food.

If you are taking the inland route from Melbourne to Sydney, located halfway between, Corryong is the undiscovered treasure of the Snowy Mountains with a festival that showcases the Australian country lifestyle like no other. Meet and listen to amazing bush poets, artists and take in the dust busting action from the fantastic horsemen and women. This festival attracts thousands of outback and city folks from all walks of life. Every year this event recreates the fun and excitement of a bush gathering where both new and old friends come together to have a yarn and enjoy traditional bush tucker and kick up their heels.

But this region has more in store for the horse enthusiast. Brumbies have been running wild for more than 150 years in the Kosciusko National Park and chances are that you will see some small herds of wild brumbies in the area. This is also a rich farming area with some top food and wine experiences to be enjoyed in the area where you will stay.

Airport:

Melbourne, Sydney or Canberra Airport

Must See/Do in the area:

Kosciusko National Park, Brumby Spotting, Riverina Agriculture Shows Trail, Orchards and Berry Farm Visits, Tumut Fly Fishing, Gundagai Historic Bridges, Canoeing & Kayaking

Best time to travel:

August – May

Horse Events:

April: Man from Snowy River Bush Festival
November: Gundagai Rodeo

Experiences in the Riverina – New South Wales

Markdale – Long Riding Weekend

3.5 Days / 4 Nights | Intermediate and Advanced Riders

Located on the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, Markdale Station is rich in history and offers an out-of-the ordinary experience to fire up the senses of horse enthusiasts. Guided by Australia’s best trainers and stockmen you will explore 6300 acres of beautiful horse riding country and enjoy a horse riding adventure of a lifetime.

Brooklyn Springs – Riding Weekend

2 Days / 2 Nights and 2.5 Days / 3 Nights | Experienced Novice, Intermediate and Advanced Riders

Be prepared for the scenery which will take your breath away while mustering either sheep or cattle on horseback through the foothills of the Snowy Mountains. Enjoy a real horse and cattle mustering experience watching the dogs work and help to move the livestock to their new paddocks.

Gidleigh Station – Cattle and Sheep Station Adventure

3 Days / 4 Nights | Intermediate and Advanced Riders

Once you get on your horse you will get more than just a taste of how it feels to work on a cattle station. You will be able to join right in the action and you can be a cowboy or cowgirl for the next few days, checking cattle, moving cattle and sheep and riding horses, horses and more horses.

Kimo Cattle and Sheep Station Experience

3 1/2 Days / 4 Nights | Novice, Intermediate and Advanced Riders

Driving into Kimo (Ky-mo) means you are entering one of the hubs of Horses & Cattle Australia, where one of our greatest horse and cattle station adventure is waiting for you

Kimo Station Signature Experience

2 - 5 Nights | Novice, Intermediate and Advanced Riders

Driving into Kimo (Ky-mo) means you are entering one of the hubs of Horses & Cattle Australia, where your great luxury horse and cattle station experience is waiting for you.