Horse Riding in British Colombia

The passion for the gaited Icelandic horses is ever growing in popularity. This equestrian resort in the middle of the Okanagan Valley owns a large herd of purebred Icelandics with high quality bloodlines.

Experience the grandeur and tranquillity of British Columbia on an Icelandic Horse Resort. Beautiful log cabins, and endless trails all at the doorstep of the Canadian wilderness. Enchanting panoramic views and a rich wildlife habitat will give the nature lover an experience of a lifetime.

The resort is situated on 300 private acres of spectacular and undulating countryside.
Come and experience the outstanding lifestyle enjoyed by residents of the lovely Okanagan Valley - Canada's Four Seasons Playground.

The Icelandic Horse is an extraordinary animal still possessing the natural five gaits and traits of the old European horse. Purebred for over 1000 years, it has the natural five gaits walk, trot, canter, tolt, and flying pace. The tolt is the most popular four beat gait as it takes the rider on a smooth ride that can vary in speed. The flying pace is a two beat gait that can make the rider feel as though one is flying.

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Itinerary / Highlights

Day 1 Sunday: Late afternoon arrival. You will settle in your luxury cabin, relax or meet the host and other guests.
Day 2 Monday: After a good nights sleep and a lovely breakfast, we will start with an introduction to the Icelandic horses. A brief evaluation and assignment of horses is followed by a short ride. Lunch break and off again for the afternoon ride in the resorts attractive forest.
Day 3 Tuesday: A serious day of riding into the exciting back country wilderness with a great chance to encounter Canadian wildlife. Not uncommon to see coyote, deer, bear, bald-headed eagle, and grouse. Lunch will be a trail picnic.
Day 4 Wednesday: Today will be a gentle riding day. We will be back for a nice lunch at the resort. In the afternoon you will have time to stay at the resort to relax in the sauna, hike or mountain bike, or do one of the many fascinating activities possible in this area. At 7:30 pm we meet you again for a real Canadian barbecue at the resort.
Day 5 Thursday: On this day you will ride your favorite Icelandic horse on an high wilderness trail that gives you a stunning view of Okanagan lake and the surrounding area.
Day 6 Friday: On this day you will ride your favorite Icelandic horse on a high wilderness trail that gives you a stunning view of Okanagan Lake and the surrounding area. Our last lunch together, around 2 - 3 pm. Then we say "Till we meet again" or... you may book for the weekend as well.


Friday to Sunday 3-day tour
Day 1 Friday: Arrive for overnight.

Day 2 Saturday: Morning breakfast. We then introduce you to the Icelandic horses and show the special gaits of the Iclandic horse: Tolt and Pace. Lunch in the gazebo. After lunch we will give you hands on experience with handling a horse, saddling and lessons in the arena. Refreshment break in the gazebo followed by a trail ride through the forest suitable to the riding experience of the rider.
After dinner you will enjoy a seminar about the Icelandic horse including history, gaits, and conformation by Arnold Faber International Feif breeding judge from 1998-2001. And a seminar on the care of the Icelandic horse by DVM Lennie Thurgood.

Day 3 Sunday: After a good night sleep and Icelandic breakfast we go out for an extended trail ride on these great horses in the beautiful Okanagan wilderness. We will have a lunch picnic on the trail. Around three o'clock we are back and say our good byes or if you like you can stay for the 6 day 5 nights ride.

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At the doorsteps of the Canadian wilderness, in the beautiful area of the famous Okanagan wine country of British Columbia, we invite you to spend your holidays at our Icelandic Horse World Resort. Our facility sits on over 300 private acres of spectacular and undulating countryside. All visitors will experience the outstanding lifestyle enjoyed by residents of the lovely Okanagan Valley - Canada's Four Seasons Playground.

Accommodations:
You will be staying in one of the 3 tastefully decorated cabins. All tasteful meals are served in the open Gazebo (heated) with wonderful view.

Meals:
All tasteful meals are served in the open Gazebo (heated) with wonderful view..

This trip includes and can accommodate special dietary requests.