Packers High Country Horseriding

Packers High Country Horseriding Information about our Australian High Country horse riding adventures. Check us out at https://www.thewillowsretreat.com.au
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**We are not currently operating hose rides - accommodation only**

If you dream of turning off your phone, saddling up and heading out into the bush for a horse riding adventure then a stay with us could be just the ticket. Established by experienced horsewoman Helen Packer, we've been running trail rides in the ruggedly beautiful Bundara Valley for nearly 30 years. Our extensive local knowledge

means we can offer rides from a couple of hours to 5 days on our kind and sure-footed horses. We're also just a stone’s throw from fantastic trout fishing, bushwalking and cycling opportunities, making it a great base for all outdoor lovers who want to come home to a hot shower, a tasty meal and a comfy bed. Whether you want to stay in our historic cattleman’s hut, charming iron hut or the rustic guesthouse, there’s a choice of accommodation to suit all budgets and group sizes. An hour or so from Mount Hotham & Falls Creek, just off the Omeo Highway, our homestead is a unique place for people who want a digital detox, a dose of warm country hospitality and a taste of life on an authentic working horse property.

Packers horse rides may be on hold, but the horses are still in the paddocks awaiting your visit! Packers / The Willows ...
26/02/2023

Packers horse rides may be on hold, but the horses are still in the paddocks awaiting your visit!
Packers / The Willows Retreat is still offering accommodation in our 'off the grid' huts. Cath is on site, the horses are in the paddocks, the rivers are still flowing and Anglers Rest in the Bundara valley is still an amazing getaway. Bookings via our website links to Airbnb or Riparide www.thewillowsretreat.com.au

Hi folks! Just letting you know Packers is not currently hosting trail rides, horse rides or over night horse treks. Aft...
12/02/2023

Hi folks! Just letting you know Packers is not currently hosting trail rides, horse rides or over night horse treks. After 30 years of providing rides through the high country, insurance requirements have changed and make it prohibitive for us to operate daily rides at present. Hopefully we can sort something out and get things up and running again soon! The good news is Cathy is still on site and we continue providing amazing 'off the grid' accommodation in our Log Hut, Iron Hut or Guest House. Head on over to https://www.thewillowsretreat.com.au for all the details....

Archie Young,horse trainer.George the dog, thinks he’s a foal trainer.
04/09/2018

Archie Young,horse trainer.George the dog, thinks he’s a foal trainer.

Handling the latest addition.
23/07/2018

Handling the latest addition.

  Clemmie Wotherspoon leaving Anglers Rest to Omeo to Cape York!
30/04/2018

Clemmie Wotherspoon leaving Anglers Rest to Omeo to Cape York!

19/08/2017

Cold as it might be now with snow on the deck this morning, it won't be long before spring hits. Then you can experience for yourselves a ride in the bush.
Let your horse do the work, meandering alongside the Bundarrah river listening and watching clear mountain water crashing on the rocks.
Look and smell a variety of spring flowers. Maybe try tasting native orchids. Hear the birds...magpies, kookaburras, wrens,honey eaters, wild duck, and see them in flight...maybe a wedgetail eagle or two and,if lucky, lyrebirds. Watch the gum trees changing colour(we won't mention the noise of flies!)as the horses take you along well trodden mountain bush tracksi
So start thinking of spring riding and leave the digital world alone.

Feeling a bit famous today after we were included in the Herald Sun's Victorian 'glamping' hotspots! You can check out t...
03/08/2017

Feeling a bit famous today after we were included in the Herald Sun's Victorian 'glamping' hotspots! You can check out the whole feature by typing this into Google: 'Victorian glamping and unusual accommodation you’ve never heard of'. Doing this will allow you to bypass the paywall ;-)

Not long until   and Anzac Day holidays (yippee!) and we’ve still got some accommodation left! So, if you fancy joining ...
06/04/2017

Not long until and Anzac Day holidays (yippee!) and we’ve still got some accommodation left! So, if you fancy joining us for an inspiring High Country holiday give us a buzz. Whether you're into horse-riding, hiking, biking, fishing, river swimming or simply just chilling out, we’ve some beautiful country in our backyard and can help you enjoy a relaxing and rejuvenating outdoor break. Get in touch to organise your stay: http://www.horsetreks.com/retreat/

Massive congratulations to Ben and Juliette Masin who got married at The Willows on Saturday 25 February. These guys act...
14/03/2017

Massive congratulations to Ben and Juliette Masin who got married at The Willows on Saturday 25 February. These guys actually met and fell in love on the property a number of year ago when they were both working here. So, we were super chuffed when they decided to celebrate their wedding at our homestead. What a day... and night! The sun shone, the horses behaved for the photos, the spit roasted pork was utterly delicious, the speeches heart felt and the dancing and laughter rang out into the wee hours. Here's a couple of snaps of this incredibly special day. Ps. if you're dreaming of a country wedding then drop us a line and let's see if we can help.

01/12/2016
02/07/2016

We have a saddle available on our nine day trek, July 22-30!  If you are keen to come along, you can contact us via the website contact forms or ring us on +61 8 91 611 029. Spread the word

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322 Callaghans Road
Omeo, VIC
3898

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