Welcome to horseback riding trails in South Africa’s Cape Floral Kingdom along the Whale Coast. African Horse Company is based on Stanford Hills estate, around the idyllic hamlet, Stanford. Outrides on offer are 1 and 2-hour mountain trails catering for beginners to advanced horse riders. Canter through the vineyards, climb the foothills and meander through the forest. Stanford Hills offers an array of nature attractions. Book a lunch or a wine tasting at “The Tasting Room” The horses used are local South African Crossbreeds (Arab and Boerperd blood). Surefooted, enduring and fully adapted to the environment with regard to grazing, weather, and terrain, they are the true horses of South Africa and the key to a special opportunity to ride through the wonderful, untouched nature of the region. “In the company of horses, in balance with nature”. African Horse Company is an ideal partner for exploring a truly beautiful part of South Africa.