On our Kei River Trail guests will explore the local area of Kei Mouth and Morgan Bay, and more experienced riders will be able to cross the Great Kei River on the ferry and day ride to Waterfalls and get a taste of the endless Wild Coast beaches. 

This is the perfect horseback holiday for those riders wishing to experience the pleasure of riding along the stunning beaches of the Wild Coast.  There is a morning and afternoon ride or full  day ride each day. Morning rides last 2 to 3 hours (or less if requested) and afternoon rides are normally shorter. Rides are tailor-made to suit the needs of our guests and we try to be as flexible as possible. 
This trail is ideal for mixed groups of riders and families.  There is plenty to do for non riders:  there are beautiful walks,  a super golf course, hiking and mountain bike trails, birding, river cruise, abseiling, rock & surf fishing and deep sea fishing charters are also available.

The Kei River trail caters for all level of rider from experienced to beginner. Great for singles, couples, guests with mixed riding abilities and families. No fixed dates, rides are tailored to suit your needs and riding ability. 

Match your dates to one of our Mini Trails and make this a week long adventure!

PLEASE NOTE All riding and itineraries are subject to change due to variations in local conditions, hotel accommodation availability, rider’s abilities, the weather & the influences of the sea tides and during the rainy season the conditions of the rivers at the time of riding.

Kei Mouth Guest Lodge

You’ll feel right at home at our comfortable Kei Mouth Guest House, where relaxed hospitality and Wild Coast charm comes naturally. Mostly used by our riding guests on the first and last night of their trail, the guest house offers three comfortable en-suite rooms—each with its own private patio—plus a spacious two-bedroom apartment upstairs. It's the perfect place to unwind, settle in, and soak up the gentle pace of life on the Wild Coast.

All meals are included:

Breakfast is your choice of continental and/or full English. Lunch changes from day to day, it could be a pub lunch, a light lunch somewhere, or a saddle bag picnic along the way. Dinner could be home cooked roast, casserole type dishes,  local fresh fish,  or we might treat you to eat out at one of our local restaurants. 

A self-catering option is available for those who want the freedom and flexibility to to do their own thing and enjoy other activities and chill time.  Our selections of holiday homes are all situated in the sea side village of Kei Mouth.  If you want to ride and bring your none riding family, they can enjoy Deep Sea Fishing Charters, walks, hikes, mountain biking, rock & surf fishing, Kayaking, birding and of course our lovely beaches. 

• The Loft is a lovely 2 bedroom apartment that forms part of our guest house.

• 18 on Coral is our main guest house and has 3 ensuite bedrooms

• #1 at the Corner House is a small 1 bedroom unit.

• Nguni House has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and mostly used for our guest on a Working Riding Holiday. 

• The Cobbles on the Beach has recently been renovated and is one of Kei Mouths original beach homes.  Situated right on the beach, step of the stoop on to the sand and into the ocean, it's the perfect place for a group of friends to stay and ride!

There is a lovely selection of local restaurants if you prefer to eat out. 
Guest booking the self catering option, we recommend having a car to be able to get around.

Please pop us a message to chat about available dates and which accommodation option would suit you.

FULL BOARD & RIDING

6 January to 12 December 2025 (last arrival date) ~ R4660.00 per person per night

5 January to 11 December 2026 (last arrival date) ~ R4950.00 per person per night

Includes - This is a fully hosted package. 1 lunch, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast, accommodation at Kei Mouth Guest Lodge or similar type of holiday home, horse riding. (Horse riding is an afternoon and morning ride or full day ride.)
Exclusions airport transfers, drinks at local bars, restaurants and hotels, spa treatments and items of a personal nature. (You are welcome to bring your own drinks, there is a Tops liquor store nearby.)

SELF CATERING & RIDING

A SELECTION OF HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION AVAILABLE (The Loft and 18 on Coral is our guest house that we use on the first and last night of our overnight trails)

• The Loft - 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, sleeps 4 

• 18 on Coral - 3 bedroom all ensuite, sleeps 6 

• #1 at The Corner House, 1 bedroom, sleeps 2

• Nguni House - 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, sleeps 8

6 January to 12 December 2025 (last arrival date) ~ R2660.00 per person per night

5 January to 11 December 2026 (last arrival date) ~ R2950.00 per person per night

Includes - This is a self-catering package. Accommodation in fully equipped self catering house or apartment. Horse riding. (Horse riding is an afternoon and morning ride or full day ride.)

DELUXE BEACHFRONT SELF CATERING ACCOMMODATION

The Cobbles on the beach, you cant get closer to the ocean and beach than this gorgeous, newly renovated beach house.  4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms sleeps up to 10 guests. This is the perfect beach house for a group of friends to stay and ride. 

• Minimum stay is 2 nights 3 days riding, 

• Minimum of 4 riders per booking

• R3850.00 per person per night

Includes - This is a self-catering package. Accommodation in fully equipped self catering house or apartment. Horse riding. (Horse riding is an afternoon and morning ride or full day ride.)

Exclusions on all packages -  airport transfers, meals, drinks at local bars, restaurants and hotels, spa treatments and items of a personal nature. (You are welcome to bring your own drinks, there is a Tops liquor store nearby.)

ADD ON - Match your dates to a Mini Trail and make this a week long adventure!

The Kei River Trail is for a wide range of confident riders and guests are comfortable in walk, trot and canter for up to 2 to 3 hours in the saddle at a time.   We have a lovely selection of horses that suit a wide range of riding abilities from confident novice level up. Riding a horse does require a degree of natural fitness and balance.
The weight limit is 90 kg

Your riding ability is required on the booking form.
BEGINNER RIDER = someone who is comfortable in the saddle & can stay on a reliable well-school horse. They can post to the trot (go up and down) and may have cantered a few times. Beginners generally ride once or twice a year on holiday with their partner!

NOVICE RIDER = someone who is comfortable in the saddle & enjoys a reliable well-schooled horse. They generally ride at a riding school once or twice a month, or like to ride a friend’s horse on the farm. They can post to trot comfortably and enjoy a nice controlled canter.

INTERMEDIATE RIDER = someone who rides regularly and enjoys a forward well-schooled horse. They may or may not be a little nervous for the first little bit while they get to know their horse. They can control their horse independently and are confident trotting and in controlled canters.

EXPERIENCED RIDER = someone who is comfortable on most horses in most situations. They ride regularly and may or may not have their own horse. They have a good seat and gentle hands. They can ride in the light seats and can hold a strong horse in a fast canter.