Tide-dependent · Wed / Fri / Sun
Here at Hack n Stay, we’re passionate about sharing the magic of connected horse riding in Golden Bay. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced rider, we have a horse trek suited to you!
We offer riders of all experience levels opportunities to learn more about the foundations of good horsemanship whilst experiencing stunning coastal scenery of Golden Bay on horseback. With a focus on teaching light and balanced riding, our guided holistic horse riding experiences are so much more than just a trail ride.
empowering – rebalancing – finessing
Our professionally guided horse treks provide a safe and fun environment to further your riding knowledge, build confidence and challenge yourself. Whether you’re looking for a Short Ride to sample the beauty of Golden Bay on horseback or an extended Full Day Ride to fully immerse yourself in the local culture, cuisine and stunning coastal scenery – we have a variety of options just for you!
What does the sunrise and tide Ride Planner do?
The Ride Planner is a first-party tool for Paton's Rock beach rides. It shows sunrise timing and tide clearance for Wednesday, Friday and Sunday sunrise rides so you can pick a workable week before continuing to live FareHarbor booking.
It is built for guests booking Hack n Stay guided rides at Hack Farm near Paton's Rock in Golden Bay — not a generic tide table. Use it when tides matter; Hack Track on-farm rides can still be booked on any open date.
Choose your experience
Open a category to see the rides, then jump straight to booking.
Short Rides4 options
The Hack Track / Fairy Trail Loop — The perfect introduction to balanced riding for riders of all ages — a 1 hour ride through rolling farm country, native forest, and ocean views. On-farm and bushland only.
Book Hack TrackPaton's Rock Beach Ride — Our most popular ride for all abilities. Follow the Hack Track down to the beach and explore Golden Bay's coastal vistas.
Book Paton's RockSunrise Beach Ride — Ride through native forest and farm country to the beach as the sun rises over Golden Bay. Glow-worms possible on the way back when conditions allow. Wed, Fri & Sun — tide-checked.
Book sunriseSwimming with Horses — Ride to Paton's Rock Beach, untack, and splash in crystal-clear water with your horse. Magical and weather dependent.
Book swimming ride
Full Day Rides3 options
The Rangi Ride — Beach, headland, estuary and reserve — up to about 4.5 hours through changing landscape, birdlife and great beaches. Intermediate to experienced riders.
Book Rangi RideMussel Inn – Ale Trail — Beach and headland ride with river crossings to the Mussel Inn hitching rail — a drink and snack on us, then ride home before the next high tide. Tide and weather dependent.
Request Ale TrailCollingwood Explorer — Beach ride to Collingwood village past rock formations and art displays, with time for a café stop before returning. Experienced riders only — tide and weather dependent.
Request Collingwood
Multi-Day Experiences1 option
Flexible packages with accommodation — Design your own horse holiday — vaulting, riding or horsemanship with homestead accommodation included. Each night includes a full day of horseback activities tailored to your group.
Request multi-day package
Vaulting & Ride & Fly3 options
Ride & Fly — Combine trail riding with the thrill of vaulting movements — find balance, confidence and connection with the horse in a unique way.
Request Ride & FlyArena Lesson — On-farm arena time focused on light, balanced riding and horsemanship foundations for all experience levels.
Request arena lessonVaulting Arena Session — Vaulting lessons and experiences for all ages — dancing and gymnastics on horseback, often described as the safest equestrian discipline.
Request vaulting session
Book your ride
Sunrise, Paton's Rock, Rangi, and swimming rides need tide clearance — check the calendar first. Hack Track can be booked on any open date.
From $99
Hack Track / Fairy Trail Loop Ride
Tide-dependent · not Fridays · daylight only
From $199
Paton's Rock Beach Ride
Tide-dependent · not Fridays · daylight only
From $370
Rangi Ride
Tide-dependent · not Fridays · daylight only
From $290
Swimming / Playing with Horses in the Water
Not sure what you need yet? Prefer to sort it out with a person first.
Booking Request Form
If you'd rather coordinate directly — or you're looking at a full-day, multi-day, vaulting or custom experience — send a request and we'll help you confirm times around tide and weather.