Signature Set
Quick facts
About Signature Set
Amenities
Waterberg, South Africa
7 nights
fr £2132
Open all year
Max 8 people
Based on lodge with excursions to two additional accommodations
Riding level: 3 – 5
Max weight: 85 kg
O.R Tambo International Airport
Quick facts
About Signature Set
Amenities
Waterberg, South Africa
7 nights
fr £2132
Open all year
Max 8 people
Based on lodge with excursions to two additional accommodations
Riding level: 3 – 5
Max weight: 85 kg
O.R Tambo International Airport
Quick facts
About Signature Set
Amenities
Waterberg, South Africa
7 nights
fr £2132
Open all year
Max 8 people
Based on lodge with excursions to two additional accommodations
Riding level: 3 – 5
Max weight: 85 kg
O.R Tambo International Airport
No previous riding experience?
No problem! Signature Flex can be booked from 5 nights and is ideal for groups of mixed levels or for complete beginners. Here, you will also stay at Horizon Lodge, with the option to add a night at Camp Davidson and/or Bellevue Lodge.
Read more about Signature Flex here
Accommodation
During the safari, you will stay at three unique camps: Horizon Lodge, Camp Davidson, and one of Bellevue’s two lodges – Savannah or Syringa.
Horizon Lodge (5 nights)
Camp Davidson (1 night)
Bellevue Lodge (1 night)
Standard rooms at Horizon Lodge are Luxury Garden Chalets. These double rooms are separate from the main building: three suites overlook the lake and have a small veranda, while the rondavels are traditional African dwellings next to the lodge. All rooms have private bathrooms with either a shower, a bath, or both. There are also two double rooms in the main building – Standard rooms. These also have private bathrooms with a shower. For guests' comfort, there is a large living room, a dining room, and a spacious veranda. Three exquisite meals are served daily, with afternoon tea before the ride. All drinks are included, and we are happy to accommodate special dietary needs if required. The lodge also has a pool by the lake. Both Luxury Garden Chalets and Standard rooms can be booked as single rooms subject to availability.
Horizon Lodge (5 nights)
Camp Davidson (1 night)
Bellevue Lodge (1 night)
Standard rooms at Horizon Lodge are Luxury Garden Chalets. These double rooms are separate from the main building: three suites overlook the lake and have a small veranda, while the rondavels are traditional African dwellings next to the lodge. All rooms have private bathrooms with either a shower, a bath, or both. There are also two double rooms in the main building – Standard rooms. These also have private bathrooms with a shower. For guests' comfort, there is a large living room, a dining room, and a spacious veranda. Three exquisite meals are served daily, with afternoon tea before the ride. All drinks are included, and we are happy to accommodate special dietary needs if required. The lodge also has a pool by the lake. Both Luxury Garden Chalets and Standard rooms can be booked as single rooms subject to availability.
Horizon Lodge (5 nights)
Camp Davidson (1 night)
Bellevue Lodge (1 night)
Standard rooms at Horizon Lodge are Luxury Garden Chalets. These double rooms are separate from the main building: three suites overlook the lake and have a small veranda, while the rondavels are traditional African dwellings next to the lodge. All rooms have private bathrooms with either a shower, a bath, or both. There are also two double rooms in the main building – Standard rooms. These also have private bathrooms with a shower. For guests' comfort, there is a large living room, a dining room, and a spacious veranda. Three exquisite meals are served daily, with afternoon tea before the ride. All drinks are included, and we are happy to accommodate special dietary needs if required. The lodge also has a pool by the lake. Both Luxury Garden Chalets and Standard rooms can be booked as single rooms subject to availability.
Horizon Lodge (5 nights)
Camp Davidson (1 night)
Bellevue Lodge (1 night)
Programme, Signature Safari
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Horizon Lodge
Upon arrival at OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, you will be met by Horizon Horseback's partner Saddlebag Shuttles. The journey north to Waterberg takes about three hours and offers beautiful views along the way. Once you arrive at Horizon Lodge, lunch awaits in the lush garden, followed by afternoon tea in a relaxing setting. After that, it's time for the first introduction to the horses in the reserve. The initial ride is a gentle start to the adventure and allows you to explore the bush from horseback. There is a chance to encounter zebras, giraffes, and hippos on the very first day. Relaxing walks alternate with freer gallops along sandy trails, and the day concludes with sundowners out on the vast plains. Horizon takes great care in matching the right horse with the right rider, considering both the level of experience and personal preferences. Throughout the week, you will have the opportunity to try several different horses, with the possibility to request the ones you connect with best for future rides.
Day 2
Horizon Lodge
The day begins with a ride through grassy areas and woodlands that invite riding. Here, a rich mix of wildlife lives – everything from elegant sable antelopes and kudu to waterbucks, reedbucks, impalas, and red hartebeests. You may also encounter the ranch's own red cattle grazing freely, often side by side with the antelopes. As you approach the lodge, weather permitting, a thrilling gallop awaits along the lakeshore. In splashy canters, it's impossible to stay completely dry afterwards! For those who wish, there’s also the opportunity for bareback bathing in the fresh water. In the afternoon, after enjoying a well-deserved break and lunch, it's time to ride where the trail passes ponds and hippos sometimes make an appearance. In the evening light, the landscape changes – herds gather, the air is filled with life, and the atmosphere becomes almost dreamlike. Sharing this moment with the horse amidst you and the wildlife around is something truly special.
Day 3
Bellevue Lodge
Day 3 and it's time to explore new territories. Early in the morning, you leave Horizon Lodge and ride towards the next destination – either Savannah or Syringa Lodge. The ride begins in familiar surroundings, but soon the landscape changes. Dense bush gives way to wide grasslands – a view that is truly spectacular. In this reserve, with a bit of luck, you may encounter some of the animals not found in Horizon's reserve – sable antelopes with their characteristic long, curving horns, and perhaps even buffalo, part of the big five. Upon arrival, there is time to relax by the pool before you saddle up for an afternoon ride. The ride goes through the southern parts of the reserve, and here the landscape offers one of the most beautiful views you can find. A magical ending to yet another day in the bush.
Day 4
Horizon Lodge
Today you guide the horses back towards Horizons lodge, through the beautiful landscapes and wildlife of the Bellevue reserve. After the three-hour ride back, lunch and relaxation await. This afternoon, the four-legged friends get some well-deserved rest, and you have the opportunity to book a game drive in a nearby reserve. Here, you can experience encounters with several of the animals that make up the big five: elephant, lion, and rhinoceros. With a bit of luck, you might also see playful cheetahs frolicking in the tall grass.
Day 5
Camp Davidson
Venturing into the reserve on horseback is always a little adventure in itself, where no ride is like another. After a few morning hours in the saddle, you reach an enormous fig tree where a well-deserved "bush breakfast" cooked over an open fire awaits – a true highlight in the outdoors. When afternoon arrives, it is once again time to leave Horizon Lodge behind and head towards Camp Davidson, where a night in beautiful glamping tents and a campfire under the starry sky awaits. The path follows the mountain ridge on narrow passages with views of the landscape below. In the area, you may encounter baboons and the small antelope known as the klipspringer.
Day 6
Horizon Lodge
You leave Camp Davidson behind and hopefully have slept well surrounded by the sounds of nature at night. Your morning ride may lead you to Sunset Lake, where hippos and fish eagles like to reside. The ride offers delightful gallops and surely even more of "the plains" beautiful wildlife: wildebeests, zebras, kudus, and impalas. In the afternoon, a new experience awaits as you get to try your hand at polo crosse! This is typically accompanied by refreshments in the form of sundowners. The conversation topic for the evening's dinner is guaranteed to be the highlights of the match.
Day 7
Horizon Lodge
Today, you will head to a nearby reserve where you will once again carefully make your way through the South African bush – here you can find both sable antelopes and buffaloes. The afternoon ride will be the last one where you can enjoy the twilight and sunset, and by this point, you have probably found a favorite among the horses you have ridden. The evening offers a wine tasting with carefully paired small dishes and then a final three-course dinner.
Day 8
Departure
A final breakfast and a last ride. You set off to find the animals you have not yet encountered, and perhaps this will offer even more splashy canters along the lakeside. As you pack up the last of your things for departure and wave goodbye, you have memories to cherish for the rest of your life.
Programme, Signature Safari
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Horizon Lodge
Upon arrival at OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, you will be met by Horizon Horseback's partner Saddlebag Shuttles. The journey north to Waterberg takes about three hours and offers beautiful views along the way. Once you arrive at Horizon Lodge, lunch awaits in the lush garden, followed by afternoon tea in a relaxing setting. After that, it's time for the first introduction to the horses in the reserve. The initial ride is a gentle start to the adventure and allows you to explore the bush from horseback. There is a chance to encounter zebras, giraffes, and hippos on the very first day. Relaxing walks alternate with freer gallops along sandy trails, and the day concludes with sundowners out on the vast plains. Horizon takes great care in matching the right horse with the right rider, considering both the level of experience and personal preferences. Throughout the week, you will have the opportunity to try several different horses, with the possibility to request the ones you connect with best for future rides.
Day 2
Horizon Lodge
The day begins with a ride through grassy areas and woodlands that invite riding. Here, a rich mix of wildlife lives – everything from elegant sable antelopes and kudu to waterbucks, reedbucks, impalas, and red hartebeests. You may also encounter the ranch's own red cattle grazing freely, often side by side with the antelopes. As you approach the lodge, weather permitting, a thrilling gallop awaits along the lakeshore. In splashy canters, it's impossible to stay completely dry afterwards! For those who wish, there’s also the opportunity for bareback bathing in the fresh water. In the afternoon, after enjoying a well-deserved break and lunch, it's time to ride where the trail passes ponds and hippos sometimes make an appearance. In the evening light, the landscape changes – herds gather, the air is filled with life, and the atmosphere becomes almost dreamlike. Sharing this moment with the horse amidst you and the wildlife around is something truly special.
Day 3
Bellevue Lodge
Day 3 and it's time to explore new territories. Early in the morning, you leave Horizon Lodge and ride towards the next destination – either Savannah or Syringa Lodge. The ride begins in familiar surroundings, but soon the landscape changes. Dense bush gives way to wide grasslands – a view that is truly spectacular. In this reserve, with a bit of luck, you may encounter some of the animals not found in Horizon's reserve – sable antelopes with their characteristic long, curving horns, and perhaps even buffalo, part of the big five. Upon arrival, there is time to relax by the pool before you saddle up for an afternoon ride. The ride goes through the southern parts of the reserve, and here the landscape offers one of the most beautiful views you can find. A magical ending to yet another day in the bush.
Day 4
Horizon Lodge
Today you guide the horses back towards Horizons lodge, through the beautiful landscapes and wildlife of the Bellevue reserve. After the three-hour ride back, lunch and relaxation await. This afternoon, the four-legged friends get some well-deserved rest, and you have the opportunity to book a game drive in a nearby reserve. Here, you can experience encounters with several of the animals that make up the big five: elephant, lion, and rhinoceros. With a bit of luck, you might also see playful cheetahs frolicking in the tall grass.
Day 5
Camp Davidson
Venturing into the reserve on horseback is always a little adventure in itself, where no ride is like another. After a few morning hours in the saddle, you reach an enormous fig tree where a well-deserved "bush breakfast" cooked over an open fire awaits – a true highlight in the outdoors. When afternoon arrives, it is once again time to leave Horizon Lodge behind and head towards Camp Davidson, where a night in beautiful glamping tents and a campfire under the starry sky awaits. The path follows the mountain ridge on narrow passages with views of the landscape below. In the area, you may encounter baboons and the small antelope known as the klipspringer.
Day 6
Horizon Lodge
You leave Camp Davidson behind and hopefully have slept well surrounded by the sounds of nature at night. Your morning ride may lead you to Sunset Lake, where hippos and fish eagles like to reside. The ride offers delightful gallops and surely even more of "the plains" beautiful wildlife: wildebeests, zebras, kudus, and impalas. In the afternoon, a new experience awaits as you get to try your hand at polo crosse! This is typically accompanied by refreshments in the form of sundowners. The conversation topic for the evening's dinner is guaranteed to be the highlights of the match.
Day 7
Horizon Lodge
Today, you will head to a nearby reserve where you will once again carefully make your way through the South African bush – here you can find both sable antelopes and buffaloes. The afternoon ride will be the last one where you can enjoy the twilight and sunset, and by this point, you have probably found a favorite among the horses you have ridden. The evening offers a wine tasting with carefully paired small dishes and then a final three-course dinner.
Day 8
Departure
A final breakfast and a last ride. You set off to find the animals you have not yet encountered, and perhaps this will offer even more splashy canters along the lakeside. As you pack up the last of your things for departure and wave goodbye, you have memories to cherish for the rest of your life.
Programme, Signature Safari
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Horizon Lodge
Upon arrival at OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, you will be met by Horizon Horseback's partner Saddlebag Shuttles. The journey north to Waterberg takes about three hours and offers beautiful views along the way. Once you arrive at Horizon Lodge, lunch awaits in the lush garden, followed by afternoon tea in a relaxing setting. After that, it's time for the first introduction to the horses in the reserve. The initial ride is a gentle start to the adventure and allows you to explore the bush from horseback. There is a chance to encounter zebras, giraffes, and hippos on the very first day. Relaxing walks alternate with freer gallops along sandy trails, and the day concludes with sundowners out on the vast plains. Horizon takes great care in matching the right horse with the right rider, considering both the level of experience and personal preferences. Throughout the week, you will have the opportunity to try several different horses, with the possibility to request the ones you connect with best for future rides.
Day 2
Horizon Lodge
The day begins with a ride through grassy areas and woodlands that invite riding. Here, a rich mix of wildlife lives – everything from elegant sable antelopes and kudu to waterbucks, reedbucks, impalas, and red hartebeests. You may also encounter the ranch's own red cattle grazing freely, often side by side with the antelopes. As you approach the lodge, weather permitting, a thrilling gallop awaits along the lakeshore. In splashy canters, it's impossible to stay completely dry afterwards! For those who wish, there’s also the opportunity for bareback bathing in the fresh water. In the afternoon, after enjoying a well-deserved break and lunch, it's time to ride where the trail passes ponds and hippos sometimes make an appearance. In the evening light, the landscape changes – herds gather, the air is filled with life, and the atmosphere becomes almost dreamlike. Sharing this moment with the horse amidst you and the wildlife around is something truly special.
Day 3
Bellevue Lodge
Day 3 and it's time to explore new territories. Early in the morning, you leave Horizon Lodge and ride towards the next destination – either Savannah or Syringa Lodge. The ride begins in familiar surroundings, but soon the landscape changes. Dense bush gives way to wide grasslands – a view that is truly spectacular. In this reserve, with a bit of luck, you may encounter some of the animals not found in Horizon's reserve – sable antelopes with their characteristic long, curving horns, and perhaps even buffalo, part of the big five. Upon arrival, there is time to relax by the pool before you saddle up for an afternoon ride. The ride goes through the southern parts of the reserve, and here the landscape offers one of the most beautiful views you can find. A magical ending to yet another day in the bush.
Day 4
Horizon Lodge
Today you guide the horses back towards Horizons lodge, through the beautiful landscapes and wildlife of the Bellevue reserve. After the three-hour ride back, lunch and relaxation await. This afternoon, the four-legged friends get some well-deserved rest, and you have the opportunity to book a game drive in a nearby reserve. Here, you can experience encounters with several of the animals that make up the big five: elephant, lion, and rhinoceros. With a bit of luck, you might also see playful cheetahs frolicking in the tall grass.
Day 5
Camp Davidson
Venturing into the reserve on horseback is always a little adventure in itself, where no ride is like another. After a few morning hours in the saddle, you reach an enormous fig tree where a well-deserved "bush breakfast" cooked over an open fire awaits – a true highlight in the outdoors. When afternoon arrives, it is once again time to leave Horizon Lodge behind and head towards Camp Davidson, where a night in beautiful glamping tents and a campfire under the starry sky awaits. The path follows the mountain ridge on narrow passages with views of the landscape below. In the area, you may encounter baboons and the small antelope known as the klipspringer.
Day 6
Horizon Lodge
You leave Camp Davidson behind and hopefully have slept well surrounded by the sounds of nature at night. Your morning ride may lead you to Sunset Lake, where hippos and fish eagles like to reside. The ride offers delightful gallops and surely even more of "the plains" beautiful wildlife: wildebeests, zebras, kudus, and impalas. In the afternoon, a new experience awaits as you get to try your hand at polo crosse! This is typically accompanied by refreshments in the form of sundowners. The conversation topic for the evening's dinner is guaranteed to be the highlights of the match.
Day 7
Horizon Lodge
Today, you will head to a nearby reserve where you will once again carefully make your way through the South African bush – here you can find both sable antelopes and buffaloes. The afternoon ride will be the last one where you can enjoy the twilight and sunset, and by this point, you have probably found a favorite among the horses you have ridden. The evening offers a wine tasting with carefully paired small dishes and then a final three-course dinner.
Day 8
Departure
A final breakfast and a last ride. You set off to find the animals you have not yet encountered, and perhaps this will offer even more splashy canters along the lakeside. As you pack up the last of your things for departure and wave goodbye, you have memories to cherish for the rest of your life.
Programme, Signature Safari
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Horizon Lodge
Upon arrival at OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, you will be met by Horizon Horseback's partner Saddlebag Shuttles. The journey north to Waterberg takes about three hours and offers beautiful views along the way. Once you arrive at Horizon Lodge, lunch awaits in the lush garden, followed by afternoon tea in a relaxing setting. After that, it's time for the first introduction to the horses in the reserve. The initial ride is a gentle start to the adventure and allows you to explore the bush from horseback. There is a chance to encounter zebras, giraffes, and hippos on the very first day. Relaxing walks alternate with freer gallops along sandy trails, and the day concludes with sundowners out on the vast plains. Horizon takes great care in matching the right horse with the right rider, considering both the level of experience and personal preferences. Throughout the week, you will have the opportunity to try several different horses, with the possibility to request the ones you connect with best for future rides.
Day 2
Horizon Lodge
The day begins with a ride through grassy areas and woodlands that invite riding. Here, a rich mix of wildlife lives – everything from elegant sable antelopes and kudu to waterbucks, reedbucks, impalas, and red hartebeests. You may also encounter the ranch's own red cattle grazing freely, often side by side with the antelopes. As you approach the lodge, weather permitting, a thrilling gallop awaits along the lakeshore. In splashy canters, it's impossible to stay completely dry afterwards! For those who wish, there’s also the opportunity for bareback bathing in the fresh water. In the afternoon, after enjoying a well-deserved break and lunch, it's time to ride where the trail passes ponds and hippos sometimes make an appearance. In the evening light, the landscape changes – herds gather, the air is filled with life, and the atmosphere becomes almost dreamlike. Sharing this moment with the horse amidst you and the wildlife around is something truly special.
Day 3
Bellevue Lodge
Day 3 and it's time to explore new territories. Early in the morning, you leave Horizon Lodge and ride towards the next destination – either Savannah or Syringa Lodge. The ride begins in familiar surroundings, but soon the landscape changes. Dense bush gives way to wide grasslands – a view that is truly spectacular. In this reserve, with a bit of luck, you may encounter some of the animals not found in Horizon's reserve – sable antelopes with their characteristic long, curving horns, and perhaps even buffalo, part of the big five. Upon arrival, there is time to relax by the pool before you saddle up for an afternoon ride. The ride goes through the southern parts of the reserve, and here the landscape offers one of the most beautiful views you can find. A magical ending to yet another day in the bush.
Day 4
Horizon Lodge
Today you guide the horses back towards Horizons lodge, through the beautiful landscapes and wildlife of the Bellevue reserve. After the three-hour ride back, lunch and relaxation await. This afternoon, the four-legged friends get some well-deserved rest, and you have the opportunity to book a game drive in a nearby reserve. Here, you can experience encounters with several of the animals that make up the big five: elephant, lion, and rhinoceros. With a bit of luck, you might also see playful cheetahs frolicking in the tall grass.
Day 5
Camp Davidson
Venturing into the reserve on horseback is always a little adventure in itself, where no ride is like another. After a few morning hours in the saddle, you reach an enormous fig tree where a well-deserved "bush breakfast" cooked over an open fire awaits – a true highlight in the outdoors. When afternoon arrives, it is once again time to leave Horizon Lodge behind and head towards Camp Davidson, where a night in beautiful glamping tents and a campfire under the starry sky awaits. The path follows the mountain ridge on narrow passages with views of the landscape below. In the area, you may encounter baboons and the small antelope known as the klipspringer.
Day 6
Horizon Lodge
You leave Camp Davidson behind and hopefully have slept well surrounded by the sounds of nature at night. Your morning ride may lead you to Sunset Lake, where hippos and fish eagles like to reside. The ride offers delightful gallops and surely even more of "the plains" beautiful wildlife: wildebeests, zebras, kudus, and impalas. In the afternoon, a new experience awaits as you get to try your hand at polo crosse! This is typically accompanied by refreshments in the form of sundowners. The conversation topic for the evening's dinner is guaranteed to be the highlights of the match.
Day 7
Horizon Lodge
Today, you will head to a nearby reserve where you will once again carefully make your way through the South African bush – here you can find both sable antelopes and buffaloes. The afternoon ride will be the last one where you can enjoy the twilight and sunset, and by this point, you have probably found a favorite among the horses you have ridden. The evening offers a wine tasting with carefully paired small dishes and then a final three-course dinner.
Day 8
Departure
A final breakfast and a last ride. You set off to find the animals you have not yet encountered, and perhaps this will offer even more splashy canters along the lakeside. As you pack up the last of your things for departure and wave goodbye, you have memories to cherish for the rest of your life.
Programme, Signature Safari
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Horizon Lodge
Upon arrival at OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, you will be met by Horizon Horseback's partner Saddlebag Shuttles. The journey north to Waterberg takes about three hours and offers beautiful views along the way. Once you arrive at Horizon Lodge, lunch awaits in the lush garden, followed by afternoon tea in a relaxing setting. After that, it's time for the first introduction to the horses in the reserve. The initial ride is a gentle start to the adventure and allows you to explore the bush from horseback. There is a chance to encounter zebras, giraffes, and hippos on the very first day. Relaxing walks alternate with freer gallops along sandy trails, and the day concludes with sundowners out on the vast plains. Horizon takes great care in matching the right horse with the right rider, considering both the level of experience and personal preferences. Throughout the week, you will have the opportunity to try several different horses, with the possibility to request the ones you connect with best for future rides.
Day 2
Horizon Lodge
The day begins with a ride through grassy areas and woodlands that invite riding. Here, a rich mix of wildlife lives – everything from elegant sable antelopes and kudu to waterbucks, reedbucks, impalas, and red hartebeests. You may also encounter the ranch's own red cattle grazing freely, often side by side with the antelopes. As you approach the lodge, weather permitting, a thrilling gallop awaits along the lakeshore. In splashy canters, it's impossible to stay completely dry afterwards! For those who wish, there’s also the opportunity for bareback bathing in the fresh water. In the afternoon, after enjoying a well-deserved break and lunch, it's time to ride where the trail passes ponds and hippos sometimes make an appearance. In the evening light, the landscape changes – herds gather, the air is filled with life, and the atmosphere becomes almost dreamlike. Sharing this moment with the horse amidst you and the wildlife around is something truly special.
Day 3
Bellevue Lodge
Day 3 and it's time to explore new territories. Early in the morning, you leave Horizon Lodge and ride towards the next destination – either Savannah or Syringa Lodge. The ride begins in familiar surroundings, but soon the landscape changes. Dense bush gives way to wide grasslands – a view that is truly spectacular. In this reserve, with a bit of luck, you may encounter some of the animals not found in Horizon's reserve – sable antelopes with their characteristic long, curving horns, and perhaps even buffalo, part of the big five. Upon arrival, there is time to relax by the pool before you saddle up for an afternoon ride. The ride goes through the southern parts of the reserve, and here the landscape offers one of the most beautiful views you can find. A magical ending to yet another day in the bush.
Day 4
Horizon Lodge
Today you guide the horses back towards Horizons lodge, through the beautiful landscapes and wildlife of the Bellevue reserve. After the three-hour ride back, lunch and relaxation await. This afternoon, the four-legged friends get some well-deserved rest, and you have the opportunity to book a game drive in a nearby reserve. Here, you can experience encounters with several of the animals that make up the big five: elephant, lion, and rhinoceros. With a bit of luck, you might also see playful cheetahs frolicking in the tall grass.
Day 5
Camp Davidson
Venturing into the reserve on horseback is always a little adventure in itself, where no ride is like another. After a few morning hours in the saddle, you reach an enormous fig tree where a well-deserved "bush breakfast" cooked over an open fire awaits – a true highlight in the outdoors. When afternoon arrives, it is once again time to leave Horizon Lodge behind and head towards Camp Davidson, where a night in beautiful glamping tents and a campfire under the starry sky awaits. The path follows the mountain ridge on narrow passages with views of the landscape below. In the area, you may encounter baboons and the small antelope known as the klipspringer.
Day 6
Horizon Lodge
You leave Camp Davidson behind and hopefully have slept well surrounded by the sounds of nature at night. Your morning ride may lead you to Sunset Lake, where hippos and fish eagles like to reside. The ride offers delightful gallops and surely even more of "the plains" beautiful wildlife: wildebeests, zebras, kudus, and impalas. In the afternoon, a new experience awaits as you get to try your hand at polo crosse! This is typically accompanied by refreshments in the form of sundowners. The conversation topic for the evening's dinner is guaranteed to be the highlights of the match.
Day 7
Horizon Lodge
Today, you will head to a nearby reserve where you will once again carefully make your way through the South African bush – here you can find both sable antelopes and buffaloes. The afternoon ride will be the last one where you can enjoy the twilight and sunset, and by this point, you have probably found a favorite among the horses you have ridden. The evening offers a wine tasting with carefully paired small dishes and then a final three-course dinner.
Day 8
Departure
A final breakfast and a last ride. You set off to find the animals you have not yet encountered, and perhaps this will offer even more splashy canters along the lakeside. As you pack up the last of your things for departure and wave goodbye, you have memories to cherish for the rest of your life.
Programme, Signature Safari
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Horizon Lodge
Upon arrival at OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, you will be met by Horizon Horseback's partner Saddlebag Shuttles. The journey north to Waterberg takes about three hours and offers beautiful views along the way. Once you arrive at Horizon Lodge, lunch awaits in the lush garden, followed by afternoon tea in a relaxing setting. After that, it's time for the first introduction to the horses in the reserve. The initial ride is a gentle start to the adventure and allows you to explore the bush from horseback. There is a chance to encounter zebras, giraffes, and hippos on the very first day. Relaxing walks alternate with freer gallops along sandy trails, and the day concludes with sundowners out on the vast plains. Horizon takes great care in matching the right horse with the right rider, considering both the level of experience and personal preferences. Throughout the week, you will have the opportunity to try several different horses, with the possibility to request the ones you connect with best for future rides.
Day 2
Horizon Lodge
The day begins with a ride through grassy areas and woodlands that invite riding. Here, a rich mix of wildlife lives – everything from elegant sable antelopes and kudu to waterbucks, reedbucks, impalas, and red hartebeests. You may also encounter the ranch's own red cattle grazing freely, often side by side with the antelopes. As you approach the lodge, weather permitting, a thrilling gallop awaits along the lakeshore. In splashy canters, it's impossible to stay completely dry afterwards! For those who wish, there’s also the opportunity for bareback bathing in the fresh water. In the afternoon, after enjoying a well-deserved break and lunch, it's time to ride where the trail passes ponds and hippos sometimes make an appearance. In the evening light, the landscape changes – herds gather, the air is filled with life, and the atmosphere becomes almost dreamlike. Sharing this moment with the horse amidst you and the wildlife around is something truly special.
Day 3
Bellevue Lodge
Day 3 and it's time to explore new territories. Early in the morning, you leave Horizon Lodge and ride towards the next destination – either Savannah or Syringa Lodge. The ride begins in familiar surroundings, but soon the landscape changes. Dense bush gives way to wide grasslands – a view that is truly spectacular. In this reserve, with a bit of luck, you may encounter some of the animals not found in Horizon's reserve – sable antelopes with their characteristic long, curving horns, and perhaps even buffalo, part of the big five. Upon arrival, there is time to relax by the pool before you saddle up for an afternoon ride. The ride goes through the southern parts of the reserve, and here the landscape offers one of the most beautiful views you can find. A magical ending to yet another day in the bush.
Day 4
Horizon Lodge
Today you guide the horses back towards Horizons lodge, through the beautiful landscapes and wildlife of the Bellevue reserve. After the three-hour ride back, lunch and relaxation await. This afternoon, the four-legged friends get some well-deserved rest, and you have the opportunity to book a game drive in a nearby reserve. Here, you can experience encounters with several of the animals that make up the big five: elephant, lion, and rhinoceros. With a bit of luck, you might also see playful cheetahs frolicking in the tall grass.
Day 5
Camp Davidson
Venturing into the reserve on horseback is always a little adventure in itself, where no ride is like another. After a few morning hours in the saddle, you reach an enormous fig tree where a well-deserved "bush breakfast" cooked over an open fire awaits – a true highlight in the outdoors. When afternoon arrives, it is once again time to leave Horizon Lodge behind and head towards Camp Davidson, where a night in beautiful glamping tents and a campfire under the starry sky awaits. The path follows the mountain ridge on narrow passages with views of the landscape below. In the area, you may encounter baboons and the small antelope known as the klipspringer.
Day 6
Horizon Lodge
You leave Camp Davidson behind and hopefully have slept well surrounded by the sounds of nature at night. Your morning ride may lead you to Sunset Lake, where hippos and fish eagles like to reside. The ride offers delightful gallops and surely even more of "the plains" beautiful wildlife: wildebeests, zebras, kudus, and impalas. In the afternoon, a new experience awaits as you get to try your hand at polo crosse! This is typically accompanied by refreshments in the form of sundowners. The conversation topic for the evening's dinner is guaranteed to be the highlights of the match.
Day 7
Horizon Lodge
Today, you will head to a nearby reserve where you will once again carefully make your way through the South African bush – here you can find both sable antelopes and buffaloes. The afternoon ride will be the last one where you can enjoy the twilight and sunset, and by this point, you have probably found a favorite among the horses you have ridden. The evening offers a wine tasting with carefully paired small dishes and then a final three-course dinner.
Day 8
Departure
A final breakfast and a last ride. You set off to find the animals you have not yet encountered, and perhaps this will offer even more splashy canters along the lakeside. As you pack up the last of your things for departure and wave goodbye, you have memories to cherish for the rest of your life.
Programme, Signature Safari
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Horizon Lodge
Upon arrival at OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, you will be met by Horizon Horseback's partner Saddlebag Shuttles. The journey north to Waterberg takes about three hours and offers beautiful views along the way. Once you arrive at Horizon Lodge, lunch awaits in the lush garden, followed by afternoon tea in a relaxing setting. After that, it's time for the first introduction to the horses in the reserve. The initial ride is a gentle start to the adventure and allows you to explore the bush from horseback. There is a chance to encounter zebras, giraffes, and hippos on the very first day. Relaxing walks alternate with freer gallops along sandy trails, and the day concludes with sundowners out on the vast plains. Horizon takes great care in matching the right horse with the right rider, considering both the level of experience and personal preferences. Throughout the week, you will have the opportunity to try several different horses, with the possibility to request the ones you connect with best for future rides.
Day 2
Horizon Lodge
The day begins with a ride through grassy areas and woodlands that invite riding. Here, a rich mix of wildlife lives – everything from elegant sable antelopes and kudu to waterbucks, reedbucks, impalas, and red hartebeests. You may also encounter the ranch's own red cattle grazing freely, often side by side with the antelopes. As you approach the lodge, weather permitting, a thrilling gallop awaits along the lakeshore. In splashy canters, it's impossible to stay completely dry afterwards! For those who wish, there’s also the opportunity for bareback bathing in the fresh water. In the afternoon, after enjoying a well-deserved break and lunch, it's time to ride where the trail passes ponds and hippos sometimes make an appearance. In the evening light, the landscape changes – herds gather, the air is filled with life, and the atmosphere becomes almost dreamlike. Sharing this moment with the horse amidst you and the wildlife around is something truly special.
Day 3
Bellevue Lodge
Day 3 and it's time to explore new territories. Early in the morning, you leave Horizon Lodge and ride towards the next destination – either Savannah or Syringa Lodge. The ride begins in familiar surroundings, but soon the landscape changes. Dense bush gives way to wide grasslands – a view that is truly spectacular. In this reserve, with a bit of luck, you may encounter some of the animals not found in Horizon's reserve – sable antelopes with their characteristic long, curving horns, and perhaps even buffalo, part of the big five. Upon arrival, there is time to relax by the pool before you saddle up for an afternoon ride. The ride goes through the southern parts of the reserve, and here the landscape offers one of the most beautiful views you can find. A magical ending to yet another day in the bush.
Day 4
Horizon Lodge
Today you guide the horses back towards Horizons lodge, through the beautiful landscapes and wildlife of the Bellevue reserve. After the three-hour ride back, lunch and relaxation await. This afternoon, the four-legged friends get some well-deserved rest, and you have the opportunity to book a game drive in a nearby reserve. Here, you can experience encounters with several of the animals that make up the big five: elephant, lion, and rhinoceros. With a bit of luck, you might also see playful cheetahs frolicking in the tall grass.
Day 5
Camp Davidson
Venturing into the reserve on horseback is always a little adventure in itself, where no ride is like another. After a few morning hours in the saddle, you reach an enormous fig tree where a well-deserved "bush breakfast" cooked over an open fire awaits – a true highlight in the outdoors. When afternoon arrives, it is once again time to leave Horizon Lodge behind and head towards Camp Davidson, where a night in beautiful glamping tents and a campfire under the starry sky awaits. The path follows the mountain ridge on narrow passages with views of the landscape below. In the area, you may encounter baboons and the small antelope known as the klipspringer.
Day 6
Horizon Lodge
You leave Camp Davidson behind and hopefully have slept well surrounded by the sounds of nature at night. Your morning ride may lead you to Sunset Lake, where hippos and fish eagles like to reside. The ride offers delightful gallops and surely even more of "the plains" beautiful wildlife: wildebeests, zebras, kudus, and impalas. In the afternoon, a new experience awaits as you get to try your hand at polo crosse! This is typically accompanied by refreshments in the form of sundowners. The conversation topic for the evening's dinner is guaranteed to be the highlights of the match.
Day 7
Horizon Lodge
Today, you will head to a nearby reserve where you will once again carefully make your way through the South African bush – here you can find both sable antelopes and buffaloes. The afternoon ride will be the last one where you can enjoy the twilight and sunset, and by this point, you have probably found a favorite among the horses you have ridden. The evening offers a wine tasting with carefully paired small dishes and then a final three-course dinner.
Day 8
Departure
A final breakfast and a last ride. You set off to find the animals you have not yet encountered, and perhaps this will offer even more splashy canters along the lakeside. As you pack up the last of your things for departure and wave goodbye, you have memories to cherish for the rest of your life.
Programme, Signature Safari
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Horizon Lodge
Upon arrival at OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, you will be met by Horizon Horseback's partner Saddlebag Shuttles. The journey north to Waterberg takes about three hours and offers beautiful views along the way. Once you arrive at Horizon Lodge, lunch awaits in the lush garden, followed by afternoon tea in a relaxing setting. After that, it's time for the first introduction to the horses in the reserve. The initial ride is a gentle start to the adventure and allows you to explore the bush from horseback. There is a chance to encounter zebras, giraffes, and hippos on the very first day. Relaxing walks alternate with freer gallops along sandy trails, and the day concludes with sundowners out on the vast plains. Horizon takes great care in matching the right horse with the right rider, considering both the level of experience and personal preferences. Throughout the week, you will have the opportunity to try several different horses, with the possibility to request the ones you connect with best for future rides.
Day 2
Horizon Lodge
The day begins with a ride through grassy areas and woodlands that invite riding. Here, a rich mix of wildlife lives – everything from elegant sable antelopes and kudu to waterbucks, reedbucks, impalas, and red hartebeests. You may also encounter the ranch's own red cattle grazing freely, often side by side with the antelopes. As you approach the lodge, weather permitting, a thrilling gallop awaits along the lakeshore. In splashy canters, it's impossible to stay completely dry afterwards! For those who wish, there’s also the opportunity for bareback bathing in the fresh water. In the afternoon, after enjoying a well-deserved break and lunch, it's time to ride where the trail passes ponds and hippos sometimes make an appearance. In the evening light, the landscape changes – herds gather, the air is filled with life, and the atmosphere becomes almost dreamlike. Sharing this moment with the horse amidst you and the wildlife around is something truly special.
Day 3
Bellevue Lodge
Day 3 and it's time to explore new territories. Early in the morning, you leave Horizon Lodge and ride towards the next destination – either Savannah or Syringa Lodge. The ride begins in familiar surroundings, but soon the landscape changes. Dense bush gives way to wide grasslands – a view that is truly spectacular. In this reserve, with a bit of luck, you may encounter some of the animals not found in Horizon's reserve – sable antelopes with their characteristic long, curving horns, and perhaps even buffalo, part of the big five. Upon arrival, there is time to relax by the pool before you saddle up for an afternoon ride. The ride goes through the southern parts of the reserve, and here the landscape offers one of the most beautiful views you can find. A magical ending to yet another day in the bush.
Day 4
Horizon Lodge
Today you guide the horses back towards Horizons lodge, through the beautiful landscapes and wildlife of the Bellevue reserve. After the three-hour ride back, lunch and relaxation await. This afternoon, the four-legged friends get some well-deserved rest, and you have the opportunity to book a game drive in a nearby reserve. Here, you can experience encounters with several of the animals that make up the big five: elephant, lion, and rhinoceros. With a bit of luck, you might also see playful cheetahs frolicking in the tall grass.
Day 5
Camp Davidson
Venturing into the reserve on horseback is always a little adventure in itself, where no ride is like another. After a few morning hours in the saddle, you reach an enormous fig tree where a well-deserved "bush breakfast" cooked over an open fire awaits – a true highlight in the outdoors. When afternoon arrives, it is once again time to leave Horizon Lodge behind and head towards Camp Davidson, where a night in beautiful glamping tents and a campfire under the starry sky awaits. The path follows the mountain ridge on narrow passages with views of the landscape below. In the area, you may encounter baboons and the small antelope known as the klipspringer.
Day 6
Horizon Lodge
You leave Camp Davidson behind and hopefully have slept well surrounded by the sounds of nature at night. Your morning ride may lead you to Sunset Lake, where hippos and fish eagles like to reside. The ride offers delightful gallops and surely even more of "the plains" beautiful wildlife: wildebeests, zebras, kudus, and impalas. In the afternoon, a new experience awaits as you get to try your hand at polo crosse! This is typically accompanied by refreshments in the form of sundowners. The conversation topic for the evening's dinner is guaranteed to be the highlights of the match.
Day 7
Horizon Lodge
Today, you will head to a nearby reserve where you will once again carefully make your way through the South African bush – here you can find both sable antelopes and buffaloes. The afternoon ride will be the last one where you can enjoy the twilight and sunset, and by this point, you have probably found a favorite among the horses you have ridden. The evening offers a wine tasting with carefully paired small dishes and then a final three-course dinner.
Day 8
Departure
A final breakfast and a last ride. You set off to find the animals you have not yet encountered, and perhaps this will offer even more splashy canters along the lakeside. As you pack up the last of your things for departure and wave goodbye, you have memories to cherish for the rest of your life.
Programme, Signature Safari
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Horizon Lodge
Upon arrival at OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, you will be met by Horizon Horseback's partner Saddlebag Shuttles. The journey north to Waterberg takes about three hours and offers beautiful views along the way. Once you arrive at Horizon Lodge, lunch awaits in the lush garden, followed by afternoon tea in a relaxing setting. After that, it's time for the first introduction to the horses in the reserve. The initial ride is a gentle start to the adventure and allows you to explore the bush from horseback. There is a chance to encounter zebras, giraffes, and hippos on the very first day. Relaxing walks alternate with freer gallops along sandy trails, and the day concludes with sundowners out on the vast plains. Horizon takes great care in matching the right horse with the right rider, considering both the level of experience and personal preferences. Throughout the week, you will have the opportunity to try several different horses, with the possibility to request the ones you connect with best for future rides.
Day 2
Horizon Lodge
The day begins with a ride through grassy areas and woodlands that invite riding. Here, a rich mix of wildlife lives – everything from elegant sable antelopes and kudu to waterbucks, reedbucks, impalas, and red hartebeests. You may also encounter the ranch's own red cattle grazing freely, often side by side with the antelopes. As you approach the lodge, weather permitting, a thrilling gallop awaits along the lakeshore. In splashy canters, it's impossible to stay completely dry afterwards! For those who wish, there’s also the opportunity for bareback bathing in the fresh water. In the afternoon, after enjoying a well-deserved break and lunch, it's time to ride where the trail passes ponds and hippos sometimes make an appearance. In the evening light, the landscape changes – herds gather, the air is filled with life, and the atmosphere becomes almost dreamlike. Sharing this moment with the horse amidst you and the wildlife around is something truly special.
Day 3
Bellevue Lodge
Day 3 and it's time to explore new territories. Early in the morning, you leave Horizon Lodge and ride towards the next destination – either Savannah or Syringa Lodge. The ride begins in familiar surroundings, but soon the landscape changes. Dense bush gives way to wide grasslands – a view that is truly spectacular. In this reserve, with a bit of luck, you may encounter some of the animals not found in Horizon's reserve – sable antelopes with their characteristic long, curving horns, and perhaps even buffalo, part of the big five. Upon arrival, there is time to relax by the pool before you saddle up for an afternoon ride. The ride goes through the southern parts of the reserve, and here the landscape offers one of the most beautiful views you can find. A magical ending to yet another day in the bush.
Day 4
Horizon Lodge
Today you guide the horses back towards Horizons lodge, through the beautiful landscapes and wildlife of the Bellevue reserve. After the three-hour ride back, lunch and relaxation await. This afternoon, the four-legged friends get some well-deserved rest, and you have the opportunity to book a game drive in a nearby reserve. Here, you can experience encounters with several of the animals that make up the big five: elephant, lion, and rhinoceros. With a bit of luck, you might also see playful cheetahs frolicking in the tall grass.
Day 5
Camp Davidson
Venturing into the reserve on horseback is always a little adventure in itself, where no ride is like another. After a few morning hours in the saddle, you reach an enormous fig tree where a well-deserved "bush breakfast" cooked over an open fire awaits – a true highlight in the outdoors. When afternoon arrives, it is once again time to leave Horizon Lodge behind and head towards Camp Davidson, where a night in beautiful glamping tents and a campfire under the starry sky awaits. The path follows the mountain ridge on narrow passages with views of the landscape below. In the area, you may encounter baboons and the small antelope known as the klipspringer.
Day 6
Horizon Lodge
You leave Camp Davidson behind and hopefully have slept well surrounded by the sounds of nature at night. Your morning ride may lead you to Sunset Lake, where hippos and fish eagles like to reside. The ride offers delightful gallops and surely even more of "the plains" beautiful wildlife: wildebeests, zebras, kudus, and impalas. In the afternoon, a new experience awaits as you get to try your hand at polo crosse! This is typically accompanied by refreshments in the form of sundowners. The conversation topic for the evening's dinner is guaranteed to be the highlights of the match.
Day 7
Horizon Lodge
Today, you will head to a nearby reserve where you will once again carefully make your way through the South African bush – here you can find both sable antelopes and buffaloes. The afternoon ride will be the last one where you can enjoy the twilight and sunset, and by this point, you have probably found a favorite among the horses you have ridden. The evening offers a wine tasting with carefully paired small dishes and then a final three-course dinner.
Day 8
Departure
A final breakfast and a last ride. You set off to find the animals you have not yet encountered, and perhaps this will offer even more splashy canters along the lakeside. As you pack up the last of your things for departure and wave goodbye, you have memories to cherish for the rest of your life.
Programme, Signature Safari
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Horizon Lodge
Upon arrival at OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, you will be met by Horizon Horseback's partner Saddlebag Shuttles. The journey north to Waterberg takes about three hours and offers beautiful views along the way. Once you arrive at Horizon Lodge, lunch awaits in the lush garden, followed by afternoon tea in a relaxing setting. After that, it's time for the first introduction to the horses in the reserve. The initial ride is a gentle start to the adventure and allows you to explore the bush from horseback. There is a chance to encounter zebras, giraffes, and hippos on the very first day. Relaxing walks alternate with freer gallops along sandy trails, and the day concludes with sundowners out on the vast plains. Horizon takes great care in matching the right horse with the right rider, considering both the level of experience and personal preferences. Throughout the week, you will have the opportunity to try several different horses, with the possibility to request the ones you connect with best for future rides.
Day 2
Horizon Lodge
The day begins with a ride through grassy areas and woodlands that invite riding. Here, a rich mix of wildlife lives – everything from elegant sable antelopes and kudu to waterbucks, reedbucks, impalas, and red hartebeests. You may also encounter the ranch's own red cattle grazing freely, often side by side with the antelopes. As you approach the lodge, weather permitting, a thrilling gallop awaits along the lakeshore. In splashy canters, it's impossible to stay completely dry afterwards! For those who wish, there’s also the opportunity for bareback bathing in the fresh water. In the afternoon, after enjoying a well-deserved break and lunch, it's time to ride where the trail passes ponds and hippos sometimes make an appearance. In the evening light, the landscape changes – herds gather, the air is filled with life, and the atmosphere becomes almost dreamlike. Sharing this moment with the horse amidst you and the wildlife around is something truly special.
Day 3
Bellevue Lodge
Day 3 and it's time to explore new territories. Early in the morning, you leave Horizon Lodge and ride towards the next destination – either Savannah or Syringa Lodge. The ride begins in familiar surroundings, but soon the landscape changes. Dense bush gives way to wide grasslands – a view that is truly spectacular. In this reserve, with a bit of luck, you may encounter some of the animals not found in Horizon's reserve – sable antelopes with their characteristic long, curving horns, and perhaps even buffalo, part of the big five. Upon arrival, there is time to relax by the pool before you saddle up for an afternoon ride. The ride goes through the southern parts of the reserve, and here the landscape offers one of the most beautiful views you can find. A magical ending to yet another day in the bush.
Day 4
Horizon Lodge
Today you guide the horses back towards Horizons lodge, through the beautiful landscapes and wildlife of the Bellevue reserve. After the three-hour ride back, lunch and relaxation await. This afternoon, the four-legged friends get some well-deserved rest, and you have the opportunity to book a game drive in a nearby reserve. Here, you can experience encounters with several of the animals that make up the big five: elephant, lion, and rhinoceros. With a bit of luck, you might also see playful cheetahs frolicking in the tall grass.
Day 5
Camp Davidson
Venturing into the reserve on horseback is always a little adventure in itself, where no ride is like another. After a few morning hours in the saddle, you reach an enormous fig tree where a well-deserved "bush breakfast" cooked over an open fire awaits – a true highlight in the outdoors. When afternoon arrives, it is once again time to leave Horizon Lodge behind and head towards Camp Davidson, where a night in beautiful glamping tents and a campfire under the starry sky awaits. The path follows the mountain ridge on narrow passages with views of the landscape below. In the area, you may encounter baboons and the small antelope known as the klipspringer.
Day 6
Horizon Lodge
You leave Camp Davidson behind and hopefully have slept well surrounded by the sounds of nature at night. Your morning ride may lead you to Sunset Lake, where hippos and fish eagles like to reside. The ride offers delightful gallops and surely even more of "the plains" beautiful wildlife: wildebeests, zebras, kudus, and impalas. In the afternoon, a new experience awaits as you get to try your hand at polo crosse! This is typically accompanied by refreshments in the form of sundowners. The conversation topic for the evening's dinner is guaranteed to be the highlights of the match.
Day 7
Horizon Lodge
Today, you will head to a nearby reserve where you will once again carefully make your way through the South African bush – here you can find both sable antelopes and buffaloes. The afternoon ride will be the last one where you can enjoy the twilight and sunset, and by this point, you have probably found a favorite among the horses you have ridden. The evening offers a wine tasting with carefully paired small dishes and then a final three-course dinner.
Day 8
Departure
A final breakfast and a last ride. You set off to find the animals you have not yet encountered, and perhaps this will offer even more splashy canters along the lakeside. As you pack up the last of your things for departure and wave goodbye, you have memories to cherish for the rest of your life.
Programme, Signature Safari
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Horizon Lodge
Upon arrival at OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, you will be met by Horizon Horseback's partner Saddlebag Shuttles. The journey north to Waterberg takes about three hours and offers beautiful views along the way. Once you arrive at Horizon Lodge, lunch awaits in the lush garden, followed by afternoon tea in a relaxing setting. After that, it's time for the first introduction to the horses in the reserve. The initial ride is a gentle start to the adventure and allows you to explore the bush from horseback. There is a chance to encounter zebras, giraffes, and hippos on the very first day. Relaxing walks alternate with freer gallops along sandy trails, and the day concludes with sundowners out on the vast plains. Horizon takes great care in matching the right horse with the right rider, considering both the level of experience and personal preferences. Throughout the week, you will have the opportunity to try several different horses, with the possibility to request the ones you connect with best for future rides.
Day 2
Horizon Lodge
The day begins with a ride through grassy areas and woodlands that invite riding. Here, a rich mix of wildlife lives – everything from elegant sable antelopes and kudu to waterbucks, reedbucks, impalas, and red hartebeests. You may also encounter the ranch's own red cattle grazing freely, often side by side with the antelopes. As you approach the lodge, weather permitting, a thrilling gallop awaits along the lakeshore. In splashy canters, it's impossible to stay completely dry afterwards! For those who wish, there’s also the opportunity for bareback bathing in the fresh water. In the afternoon, after enjoying a well-deserved break and lunch, it's time to ride where the trail passes ponds and hippos sometimes make an appearance. In the evening light, the landscape changes – herds gather, the air is filled with life, and the atmosphere becomes almost dreamlike. Sharing this moment with the horse amidst you and the wildlife around is something truly special.
Day 3
Bellevue Lodge
Day 3 and it's time to explore new territories. Early in the morning, you leave Horizon Lodge and ride towards the next destination – either Savannah or Syringa Lodge. The ride begins in familiar surroundings, but soon the landscape changes. Dense bush gives way to wide grasslands – a view that is truly spectacular. In this reserve, with a bit of luck, you may encounter some of the animals not found in Horizon's reserve – sable antelopes with their characteristic long, curving horns, and perhaps even buffalo, part of the big five. Upon arrival, there is time to relax by the pool before you saddle up for an afternoon ride. The ride goes through the southern parts of the reserve, and here the landscape offers one of the most beautiful views you can find. A magical ending to yet another day in the bush.
Day 4
Horizon Lodge
Today you guide the horses back towards Horizons lodge, through the beautiful landscapes and wildlife of the Bellevue reserve. After the three-hour ride back, lunch and relaxation await. This afternoon, the four-legged friends get some well-deserved rest, and you have the opportunity to book a game drive in a nearby reserve. Here, you can experience encounters with several of the animals that make up the big five: elephant, lion, and rhinoceros. With a bit of luck, you might also see playful cheetahs frolicking in the tall grass.
Day 5
Camp Davidson
Venturing into the reserve on horseback is always a little adventure in itself, where no ride is like another. After a few morning hours in the saddle, you reach an enormous fig tree where a well-deserved "bush breakfast" cooked over an open fire awaits – a true highlight in the outdoors. When afternoon arrives, it is once again time to leave Horizon Lodge behind and head towards Camp Davidson, where a night in beautiful glamping tents and a campfire under the starry sky awaits. The path follows the mountain ridge on narrow passages with views of the landscape below. In the area, you may encounter baboons and the small antelope known as the klipspringer.
Day 6
Horizon Lodge
You leave Camp Davidson behind and hopefully have slept well surrounded by the sounds of nature at night. Your morning ride may lead you to Sunset Lake, where hippos and fish eagles like to reside. The ride offers delightful gallops and surely even more of "the plains" beautiful wildlife: wildebeests, zebras, kudus, and impalas. In the afternoon, a new experience awaits as you get to try your hand at polo crosse! This is typically accompanied by refreshments in the form of sundowners. The conversation topic for the evening's dinner is guaranteed to be the highlights of the match.
Day 7
Horizon Lodge
Today, you will head to a nearby reserve where you will once again carefully make your way through the South African bush – here you can find both sable antelopes and buffaloes. The afternoon ride will be the last one where you can enjoy the twilight and sunset, and by this point, you have probably found a favorite among the horses you have ridden. The evening offers a wine tasting with carefully paired small dishes and then a final three-course dinner.
Day 8
Departure
A final breakfast and a last ride. You set off to find the animals you have not yet encountered, and perhaps this will offer even more splashy canters along the lakeside. As you pack up the last of your things for departure and wave goodbye, you have memories to cherish for the rest of your life.
Programme, Signature Safari
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Horizon Lodge
Upon arrival at OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, you will be met by Horizon Horseback's partner Saddlebag Shuttles. The journey north to Waterberg takes about three hours and offers beautiful views along the way. Once you arrive at Horizon Lodge, lunch awaits in the lush garden, followed by afternoon tea in a relaxing setting. After that, it's time for the first introduction to the horses in the reserve. The initial ride is a gentle start to the adventure and allows you to explore the bush from horseback. There is a chance to encounter zebras, giraffes, and hippos on the very first day. Relaxing walks alternate with freer gallops along sandy trails, and the day concludes with sundowners out on the vast plains. Horizon takes great care in matching the right horse with the right rider, considering both the level of experience and personal preferences. Throughout the week, you will have the opportunity to try several different horses, with the possibility to request the ones you connect with best for future rides.
Day 2
Horizon Lodge
The day begins with a ride through grassy areas and woodlands that invite riding. Here, a rich mix of wildlife lives – everything from elegant sable antelopes and kudu to waterbucks, reedbucks, impalas, and red hartebeests. You may also encounter the ranch's own red cattle grazing freely, often side by side with the antelopes. As you approach the lodge, weather permitting, a thrilling gallop awaits along the lakeshore. In splashy canters, it's impossible to stay completely dry afterwards! For those who wish, there’s also the opportunity for bareback bathing in the fresh water. In the afternoon, after enjoying a well-deserved break and lunch, it's time to ride where the trail passes ponds and hippos sometimes make an appearance. In the evening light, the landscape changes – herds gather, the air is filled with life, and the atmosphere becomes almost dreamlike. Sharing this moment with the horse amidst you and the wildlife around is something truly special.
Day 3
Bellevue Lodge
Day 3 and it's time to explore new territories. Early in the morning, you leave Horizon Lodge and ride towards the next destination – either Savannah or Syringa Lodge. The ride begins in familiar surroundings, but soon the landscape changes. Dense bush gives way to wide grasslands – a view that is truly spectacular. In this reserve, with a bit of luck, you may encounter some of the animals not found in Horizon's reserve – sable antelopes with their characteristic long, curving horns, and perhaps even buffalo, part of the big five. Upon arrival, there is time to relax by the pool before you saddle up for an afternoon ride. The ride goes through the southern parts of the reserve, and here the landscape offers one of the most beautiful views you can find. A magical ending to yet another day in the bush.
Day 4
Horizon Lodge
Today you guide the horses back towards Horizons lodge, through the beautiful landscapes and wildlife of the Bellevue reserve. After the three-hour ride back, lunch and relaxation await. This afternoon, the four-legged friends get some well-deserved rest, and you have the opportunity to book a game drive in a nearby reserve. Here, you can experience encounters with several of the animals that make up the big five: elephant, lion, and rhinoceros. With a bit of luck, you might also see playful cheetahs frolicking in the tall grass.
Day 5
Camp Davidson
Venturing into the reserve on horseback is always a little adventure in itself, where no ride is like another. After a few morning hours in the saddle, you reach an enormous fig tree where a well-deserved "bush breakfast" cooked over an open fire awaits – a true highlight in the outdoors. When afternoon arrives, it is once again time to leave Horizon Lodge behind and head towards Camp Davidson, where a night in beautiful glamping tents and a campfire under the starry sky awaits. The path follows the mountain ridge on narrow passages with views of the landscape below. In the area, you may encounter baboons and the small antelope known as the klipspringer.
Day 6
Horizon Lodge
You leave Camp Davidson behind and hopefully have slept well surrounded by the sounds of nature at night. Your morning ride may lead you to Sunset Lake, where hippos and fish eagles like to reside. The ride offers delightful gallops and surely even more of "the plains" beautiful wildlife: wildebeests, zebras, kudus, and impalas. In the afternoon, a new experience awaits as you get to try your hand at polo crosse! This is typically accompanied by refreshments in the form of sundowners. The conversation topic for the evening's dinner is guaranteed to be the highlights of the match.
Day 7
Horizon Lodge
Today, you will head to a nearby reserve where you will once again carefully make your way through the South African bush – here you can find both sable antelopes and buffaloes. The afternoon ride will be the last one where you can enjoy the twilight and sunset, and by this point, you have probably found a favorite among the horses you have ridden. The evening offers a wine tasting with carefully paired small dishes and then a final three-course dinner.
Day 8
Departure
A final breakfast and a last ride. You set off to find the animals you have not yet encountered, and perhaps this will offer even more splashy canters along the lakeside. As you pack up the last of your things for departure and wave goodbye, you have memories to cherish for the rest of your life.
More information
Food and drinks
Food and drinks
Horses and equipment
Horses and equipment
Riding, riding level and hours in the saddle
Riding, riding level and hours in the saddle
Guides and safety
Guides and safety
Climate
Climate
Passport and visa
Passport and visa
Health Recommendations
Health Recommendations
Practical information
Practical information
Rates 2026
Low season
4 January–28 February
£2132
Low season
4 January–28 February
£2132
Mid season
1 March–27 June
£2319
Mid season
1 March–27 June
£2319
High season
28 June–3 January 2027
£2698
High season
28 June–3 January 2027
£2698
Including
5 nights per person in shared Luxury Garden Chalet 1 night at Bellevue Lodge 1 night at Camp Davidson All food and drinks
Excluding
Flight tickets, airport transfer, travel insurance, any visa costs, game drive and tips.
Including
5 nights per person in shared Luxury Garden Chalet 1 night at Bellevue Lodge 1 night at Camp Davidson All food and drinks
Excluding
Flight tickets, airport transfer, travel insurance, any visa costs, game drive and tips.
Transfers & single room supplement
Below you will find prices for airport transfers to and from O.R. Tambo International. Regarding single room supplements, the prices are the same per person (and season) for a shared Luxury Garden Chalet as for a Standard single room. In the Luxury Garden Chalet, there is also the option to accommodate three people – contact us for updated prices.
Airport transfer
£150
Per person round trip in group transfer ORT – Horizon Lodge, Sunday at 11:00 Horizon Lodge – ORT, Sunday at 13:00
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