Reynella Kosciusko Rides-Lodge

Description

We are an ADVANCED ECO TOURISM ACCREDITED Operator. The only Horse Trekking operator in NSW with this Accreditation as of January 2012.

Reynella farm holiday lodge is a working sheep, cattle and horse property operating approximately 6000 acres of country, set in the foothills of the Snowy Mountains just 9km from Adaminaby, and 40 minutes drive to Selwyn Snowfields.
Reynella Rides has featured in ABC’s “Holiday, Travel Oz, Channel 7’s “The Great Outdoors” and the San Francisco examiner, Outback travel guide and many more publications.
Holidays based at Reynella Homestead provide a relaxing and friendly atmosphere of renowned country hospitality or a full on adventure!
We have two options for Accommodation as follows.
a) Self-contained cottage sleeping up to 14 people “ Coombe Homestead”
b) Lodge style accommodation at “Reynella Homestead”
What is lodge style accommodation?
Clean, comfortable lodge rooms with shared facilities, ( bring your dressing gown ) all linen provided with electric blankets on all beds, heaters in every room, wood fire in common rooms, rooms serviced daily.
What is included in our rate?
Our rates include 3 course dinners with nibbles, accommodation, full breakfast, BYO alcohol ( lunch if horse riding ).
Time is available for 1/2 & full day riding ( dependant on safari dates-not available in winter ) and an ideal base for exploring the magnificent surrounding area of the Snowy Mountains.
Do we have other facilities?
Drying room for winter ski gear, commercial laundry, games room with TV and pool tables, common room with TV, informal dining / lounge with large stonewall open fireplace. Tennis court.
Do we accommodate group bookings?
Yes we do. Organise a group booking for discounts on our advertised rate.

October School Holidays 3 day/4 night Homestead Horse Riding Packages

30th September 2011, 4th October 2011, 9th October 2011

We offer special 3 day / 4 night school holiday horse riding packages, perfect for families, single mums/dads and children aged 7 and up. ( We will consider younger children with riding experience ).

Where will you be riding?
On our homestead packages you will be riding at our sister property “Coombe”, a 3000 acre working sheep, cattle and horse property. “Coombe” offers spectacular views of the mountains and Lake Eucumbene.

What does your package include?
D/B/B—3 course dinners with nibbles, Accommodation at Reynella homestead, bbq lunches and full breakfasts and 3 full days of horse riding, helmets, chappets, willing horses and Australian stock saddles ( or all purpose ).

Thinking of buying a horse?
Owning a horse can be a costly exercise so if you are considering buying a horse why not join us for a homestead ride and test drive your ambition of owning your own horse - prior to outlaying money on a horse.

Horse Safaris in Kosciuszko National Park,NSW with Reynella Rides

We are an ADVANCED ECO TOURISM ACCREDITED Operator.

Experience the unsurpassed beauty of Kosciuszko National Park on horseback with ‘Reynella Kosciusko Rides’. In operation for our fortieth year, the safaris cover the inspired Banjo Paterson’s “The Man From Snowy River”. Ride the land of mountain horsemen, brumbies, wildflowers and Alpine wilderness. We believe there is no other holiday like it!
Gaze from a mountain top at breathtaking Alpine scenery with its rolling plains, fresh, cool mountain stream, and carpets of wildflowers. The area unchanged by time has a wealth of nature’s treasures, hidden caves and valleys and natural watering holes, just waiting to be discovered by you.
Experience the sheer delight of a dip in a crystal clear mountain stream only accessible on horseback, canter across the plains where wild bush horses roam, explore limestone caves and historic high country huts. Enjoy bush picnics, meals of mouth watering trout, steak, roasts cooked by camp oven, desserts and billy tea. At night sleep under the stars in our roomy tents on thick mattresses, contented and rested from your day in the high country.

What is the duration of your safaris?
We offer 3 day / 4 night and 5 day / 6 night Alpine horse safaris in Kosciuszko National Park

When is your safari season?
Our safaris operate from November to the end of April

Do I need to be an experienced rider?
We cater for all levels of rider from beginner to advanced. All riders will have plenty of opportunity to ride to their ability in a safe and controlled manner. Our leaders offer guidance and tuition on route and we find that beginner riders can gain confidence whilst the competent rider can refine their skills. As horse riding is a physical activity a certain level of fitness will be required. Reynella is proud of its ability to match horses with riders. All horses are bush wise with strength and stamina to work in all terrains.
Are your leaders Qualified?
Our trek leaders are AHRC certified with years of experience behind them.

Where will we be riding and how much riding will we be doing each day?
Reynella covers country in the Northern end of the Kosciuszko National Park.
Providence, Tantagarra, Currango Creek, Long Plain, 17 Flat, Jones Plain, the Cherry gardens, Murray Creek, Kiandra Goldfields, 4 mile creek, Broken dam, Jones Plain, Oldfields Hut and sections of the Cooktown to Melbourne Bicentennial National Trail. All rides are approved by the NSW NPWS within the Kosciuszko National Park Plan of Management and are supported by pack horse or 4WD. We cover up to 160km on a 5 day safari.

Will we see brumbies?
Whilst we do not guarantee that you will see brumbies on our safaris we cover country where brumbies frequent and are commonly seen and photographed by our guests.

What does your package include?
D/B/B—3 course dinners with nibbles, full breakfasts, 1st & last night accommodation at Reynella homestead, camping in KNP, tent, mattress, chappets, 3 or 5 full days horse riding, helmets , willing horses and Australian stock saddles ( or all purpose ).

What do I need to bring?
ESSENTIALS: Woollen Jumpers, Old Jeans / jodhpurs, Swimmers, Long sleeved shirts, Sun block and lip cream, riding boots or flat soled shoes with heels, towel, hat with chin strap suitable for sun or rain, torch, personal medication, sleeping bag or oilskin coats $45 hire each
OPTIONAL: Bum Bag ( can be purchased ), Gloves, Leggings/Chaps, pillow, pantyhose to prevent chaffing, musical instrument, saddle, BYO Alcohol.



Trout fishing in Lake Eucumbene or the Murrumbidgee River
Yarrangobilly Caves and all year round Thermol Pool
Selwyn Snowfields
Kosciuszko National Park
Snowy Hydro Scheme, 16 dams & Lakes, 7 power stations and 145km of tunnels
Kiandra Goldfields rich in history since the 1860's gold rush
Cabramurra - Australia's highest town
Adaminaby - Home of 'The Big Trout'
Close to 4 x 4wd tracks
Hiking and bushwalking tracks

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