WELCOME
Self-contained wagon and cart trail starting at Oceana Gold Mine site. Explore modern mining operations and historical battery sites. Features easy rolling terrain with gradual climbs. Horses individually penned and must be electric fence savvy.
Duration
7 Days
Date
27 February 2026
Difficulty
Easy Rolling
Fitness
Moderate
Experience Required
Wagon/cart driving experience (If bringing one) Competent horse riders if not bringing a wagon.
Rider / Participant Cost:
$355pp
Back-up
Cost:
$355pp
WEATHER EXPECTATIONS
30°C+ to -5°C. Typically warm/hot but southerly storms possible
HIGHLIGHTS
Scenic Highlights
Oceana Gold Mine, Historical mining sites, Taieri River, Strath Taieri Valley
Special Events
Wed 4th: Pot Luck dinner with KC Evans at Craiglynn Station
Unique Features
Oceana Gold Mine visit (largest in NZ), Historical battery site, Self-contained catering, Individual horse penning
TRAIL DETAILS
ALL YOU NEED TO BE PREPARED FOR YOUR NEXT CAVALCADE ADVENTURE
Itinerary
SUPPORT LEVEL -
Self-contained - participants responsible for own meals
MEETING DATE & TIME :
27 February 2026
From mid-day
MEETING LOCATION :
Macraes Flat, East Otago
RIDE OUT TIME :
9:00 AM
RETURN TIME :
2:00 PM
TERRAIN :
Easy rolling with gradual climbs, occasional short steep inclines/declines
We will spend 3 days exploring the area surrounding Macraes, before making our way to the
southern end of the Strath Taieri Valley, spending 3 nights camped along the Taieri River and 2 days
exploring before our final move into Middlemarch. There may be one shift where we will need to
organise a group to help move vehicles, (there will be a charge for this). This will all be confirmed
closer to time.
Important Information:
ACCOMMODATION:
Individual horse pens (electric fence savvy required)
Personal camping equipment
CATERING:
Self-Catered
HORSE REQUIREMENTS:
Electric fence savvy, Fit, freshly shod, trek conditioning recommended, well-behaved in groups
PACKING LIST:
CLOTHING
Waterproof coat/jacket/hat, Jersey/balaclava/socks/longjohns/gloves, Hot weather gear (shorts/T-shirt)
OTHER ESSENTIALS
Horse, Waterproof gear, Camera, First aid kit, treats for horse
OPTIONAL EXTRAS:
Vehicle shift assistance (charge applies)
VEHICLE TRANSFER:
One shift may require group assistance (charge applies)
TRAIL BOSS
Tony Cumberbeach
CONTACT PH:
021 220 0201
BOSS BACK-UP
H/Wrangler: Sarah Cooper 021 136 6074