About Us

" The Man from Kangaroo Valley" is run by husband and wife team, Geoff & Gail. It encompasses  230acres including Mt. Moollootoo, lush rainforest, open grazing land and endless bush that expands into the Morton National Park. Our backyard is an escape into the relaxing lifestyle of our working horse property.

"After 57 years in the saddle, being around horses is still one of the great joys in my life."

I started riding when milk and bread were delivered by horse and cart, fortunately the horses were kept in paddocks opposite our home and whenever we could, my mates and I would entice them to the nearest fence with a handful of grass then jump off onto the horses back and hope for the best.

In my lifetime I have seen dramatic changes in training methods. The old concept of domination is giving way to natural horsemanship with the use of "join up and follow up" a key ingredient. All 37 horses used for the trail ride are started using ideas developed by the American trainer Monty Roberts and a local, Frank Calleja of  Wombeyan Caves. Our herd is made up of Arabians, Standardbreds, Thoroughbreds, Quarter horses and others, all of whom are ridden on the trails that lead up through the rainforest onto the tops of the mountains on our property.

Gail, my wife, is also an avid horsewoman who started riding at a young age in Canada. It is her gentle approach and love for animals that makes our partnership work so well. 

The trail ride is described as a bush walk on horseback, visitors learn about the history of the valley, the geography and wildlife and are treated to spectacular views over the Morton National Park, and the Kangaroo River.

We want nothing more than to share this beautiful environment with you, and look forward to sharing our love of horses and our peaceful lifestyle.

Geoff and Gail