Cape Tribulation Horse Riding – Everything you need to know

Cape Tribulation Horse Riding – Everything you need to know

Everything you need to know about the famous Cape Tribulation horseback riding tour. Includes hints and tips for booking and making the most of this unforgettable riding experience in Far North Queensland.

If you've ever wanted to know what it's like to ride a horse through rainforest and pristine reef-fringed beaches, then you're in luck at Cape Tribulation. This incredible ecotourism destination in Far North Queensland attracts countless visitors, all eager to experience the awe of the Daintree, the world's oldest rainforest, and the point where it meets the reef.

The only Cape Tribulation horse riding experience is operated by Cape Tribulation Horse Rides, which caters to beginners and experienced riders. In this blog post I will outline my experiences on a beach and rainforest horseback ride in Cape Tribulation. I will also include photos from my trip and give you tips and information you may want to know for yours.

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Don't miss my comprehensive Cape Tribulation Guide with 20 of the best things to do in the region and my accommodation guide for where to stay.

How to book a horseback riding tour at Cape Tribulation

You'll be surprised to know that this Far North Queensland bucket list experience is super affordable! Horseback riding tours run twice daily and cost just $129 per person for a 90-minute guided ride through the rainforest and beach.

This experience is one of the best rated in Cape Tribulation and you can book either an 11am morning ride or a 2:30pm afternoon ride online using the links below.

Book a place in advance: Morning Ride

Book a place in advance: Afternoon Ride

About Cape Tribulation Horse Riding

The Cape Tribulation horseback riding experience begins on Cape Tribulation Road, directly opposite Myall Beach and just a few hundred meters from Cape Tribulation's main restaurants and cafes.

The most famous horse riding experience in Cape Tribulation with Cape Trib Horse Rides is a beach ride with a short meander through the tropical rainforest to the golden sands of Myall Beach. Here visitors have the opportunity to lead their horse through the shallow, turquoise water.

The Cape Tribulation horseback riding experience lasts approximately 90 minutes and is easily one of the best activities in the region! This is a guided group tour with excellent, informative guides who will educate you about the native flora and fauna along the way.

Keep in mind that this Daintree riding experience is quite a distance from Cairns and Port Douglas. You have to drive the scenic Great Barrier Reef Drive to get here. So remember to leave plenty of time for the Daintree ferry!
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Tips for a great riding experience in Cape Tribulation

Below I've put together some quick tips and information to help you make the most of your trip.

• Tragen Sie geeignete Kleidung, einschließlich versiegelter Schuhe. Die Crew empfiehlt lange Hosen, aber ich trug Shorts, was in Ordnung war.
• Helme sind obligatorisch und werden in den Pferdeställen zur Verfügung gestellt.
• Das Wetter auszuwählen ist in den Tropen schwierig! Lassen Sie sich nicht entmutigen, wenn es regnet, sehen Sie es als Teil des Regenwalderlebnisses. Cape Tribulation Horse Rides stellt bei Regen eine Regenjacke sowie einen Packsack und Wasserflaschenhalter zur Verfügung.
• Kommen Sie mindestens 15 Minuten vor Ihrem Ausritt an, um sich fertig zu machen.
• Diese Erfahrung ist anfängerfreundlich, das Personal ist sehr professionell und wird Ihnen beibringen, wie man ein Pferd bestiegen und reitet.
• Dies ist ein Reiterlebnis nur zu Fuß. Das Team bittet die Reiter, die Pferde nicht zum Traben oder Galoppieren zu animieren.

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What to Expect: My Experience

If you want the experience to be a surprise, I suggest booking a trip and skipping this section. For those of you who want to know what to expect on your Cape Tribulation riding experience, I have included this section about my trip with photos.

Saddle up

We decided to take the afternoon trip at 2:30 p.m. The timing coincided well with low tide, meaning we had plenty of beach to walk our horses on and also plenty of shallow water.

We arrived at the Cape Tribulation Horse Rides Stables about 15 minutes early where we were greeted by Steve, the owner, and his many dedicated staff. Most of the animals are former racehorses who have had a hard life in the industry. Steve adopts them to their new home, where they have the opportunity to relax with a much less stressful job on a huge, beautiful rainforest property.

After quickly filling out some paperwork, our guides gave us a helmet, optional riding shoes, and instructions on how to mount our assigned horses. The stable crew was very helpful in explaining to us how to mount, dismount and control our horses using the reins.
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The Cape Trib Horse Riding Property

After a short briefing we set off on the ride to Myall Beach. The first leg of the ride covers a section of the beautiful estate. This is a mix of grassland and rainforest, with a small stream crossing.

I was truly blown away by how amazing the property was. The path meandered elegantly through the field with spectacular mountain scenery until we entered the forest.
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See also: The 10 best tours and experiences in Cairns

Horse riding through the Daintree Rainforest

Cape Tribulation, it is truly where the rainforest meets the reef! After leaving the property we crossed the road and entered a short section of the Daintree next to Myall Beach.

Our horses were well behaved and our guides were very friendly and informative. They taught us about native plants and their traditional uses in cooking, medicine and crafts.

In my opinion, the short rainforest ride was just as epic as the beach ride! Apparently there is even a section on this trail where riders can see a large 3 meter crocodile right across from the shore!

Unfortunately, we weren't so lucky on our trip. But if you spot one on yours, please let me know below. I would love to share your photos on this blog!

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Horseback riding on Cape Tribulation beach

The final leg of the Cape Tribulation horseback riding tour was a walk along Myall Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in Cape Tribulation. Here you can see the cape's famous headland and, on a clear day, get a good look at the reef.

Even though the tide was low, our guides led us and our horses into the shallow water off the beach. That was a clear highlight for me! It's also an outstanding reason why Cape Tribulation is one of the best places for horse riding!

Looking back, I would say a 90 minute beach trip is just the right amount of time. This time frame allowed us to get the most out of the experience and it certainly didn't feel rushed. Our guides even dropped off on the beach to help us get some photos of us together on our horses!
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Looking for a place to cool off after your ride? Check out Mason’s Swimming Hole and Emmagen Creek Swimming Hole in Cape Tribulation.

More photos from my trip

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More travel and adventure inspiration for Far North Queensland

That concludes this short guide to the Cape Tribulation horseback riding tour in Far North Queensland. I hope it inspired you to check this epic bucket list item off your list!

While you're here, be sure to check out some of my other articles and guides from the area. If you're in Cairns, check out this list of things to do, where to stay, as well as my comprehensive hiking guide, waterfall guide and island guide.

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