Blog - Reflections Guest Farm

Horse About Trails

2018-10-29T00:00:00+02:00

Imagine the thrill of viewing some of the most spectacular scenery in the Cape while traveling through varied and beautiful terrain to get there.

Best of all... Imagine doing it on horseback.

Horse About is the perfect activity for those visiting the Tulbagh area or even for day trippers from Cape Town. Set against the most beautiful backdrop, you’ll find yourself wandering through the varying landscapes from fynbos to vineyards and through forests to the foothills of the gorgeous Witzenberg mountain range.

There is plenty to experience for anyone who has the taste for an equine adventure.

Horse About offers a range of horse-related activities:

1.5-hour Scenic Trail:
- This is a gentle introduction into trail riding and is suited to novice riders and families. Travel to the foothills of the Witzenberg Mountains through a variety of terrain.
2-hour Witzenberg Trail:
- Ideal for more experienced riders who are comfortable at trot and canter over varied terrain. An awe-inspiring trail with breathtaking views.
2-hour Private Trail:
- You can travel at your own pace with an experienced guide. The Private Trail is perfect for couples (see the romantic packages they offer).
Moonlight Trail:
- Treat yourself to a magical experience and see the valley by moonlight. The Moonlight Trail is suitable for children and all levels of riders.
Pony About:
- Pony rides and interaction. Perfect for the little ones and it's educational too!
Horse Therapy:
- An amazing initiative by Horse About where they use hippotherapy to help those in need.
Equine Interaction:
- For those who are unable to ride, equine interaction is an educational activity that gives you a more in-depth understanding of this incredible animal.

Whatever your preference, Horse About has something for everyone and we couldn't recommend them enough! Booking is essential!

Book Now!

For more information go to their website: http://www.horseabout.co.za/

You can also follow them on Facebook and Instagram to see their daily happenings and for some horse-related wisdom.

(Cover image by Johann Theron. All other images are from Horse About).

Competition: Guest Photo of The Week

2018-06-15T00:00:00+02:00

Each week an image, submitted by one of our guests, will be chosen as Guest Photo of The Week.

The winning photos will be featured on our Facebook and Instagram pages.

They will stand a chance of being entered into the final competition for Guest Photo of The Year 2018 - who will win a free three-night stay in the lovely Witzenebrg Cottage (sleeps up to 5 people), a 50% discount voucher for up to 5 people for a scenic trail ride with Horseabout, a case of Kroné MCC and a one-man and two-man canoe for the duration of their stay!

Submit your images to info@reflectionsguestfarm.com

Tag Reflections Guest Farm and use #reflectionsguestfarm on Instagram and/or Facebook to enter your images.

T's & C's:

Only available to guests who have stayed with us.
Participants may submit up to 10 photos each.
Not open to relatives of anybody working for Reflections Guest Farm.
It will take us some time to get through all the images, if you are successful we will contact you to let you know that your image was chosen.
We will confirm that we have received your images.
If you do not hear from us, your entry was not chosen as a winning image (but keep them coming because we love seeing them).

Reflections' Load Shedding Survival Tips

2018-06-14T00:00:00+02:00

Load shedding isn’t such a bad thing. Set the mood with some candles, sit by the fire and enjoy its warm glow. Or, our personal recommendation, go outside and look at the stars shining in all their glory.

Here are a few survival tips that we have set out for our guests:

Make sure that both your kettle and jug are full. Our water comes from a borehole and without electricity, we can't pump it out.
Have a nice warm shower before the power cuts out.
Take some time to stargaze and witness the most magnificent skies.
For daytime cuts - go on an adventure, or snuggle up, read a book and enjoy the views.
Play a board game or card game with the ones you love.
Light that fire up!
Most of all, enjoy! It's not often that we get to relax without all the distractions of modern day life.

So there you go, folks. We hope this little survival guide will make load shedding something to look forward to and if not, at least give you a few ideas to pass the time.

With love,

The Reflections Team