
A unique personal development experience
"It's what you learn after you know everything that really counts" - Tom Dorrence.
Engaging - Hands on - Memorable
Salta Horses is a unique learning and development provider in North Canterbury New Zealand.
Our qualified, experienced team work with individuals, whānau and workplace teams in a beautiful rural setting in the Waimakariri district, just 40 minutes-drive north of Christchurch.
All activities are done on the ground with our gentle horses in a safe environment. There is no horse riding involved. Anyone can take part, even if you have never been near a horse before.
Learning and Development
Looking for a memorable learning and development experience? Our team building and leadership retreats offer endless horse-assisted learning opportunities in a peaceful, rural setting in North Canterbury.
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Overcome communication challenges
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Explore team dynamics
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Expand leadership skills
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Discover strategic insights.
Every programme is fully customised to meet the needs of your business. You’ll be surprised at what you will learn and apply in your own lives from your work with our horses.

Horse - Assisted Therapy

We can support you to enhance your physical, emotional, mental and spiritual wellbeing so that you can:
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Strengthen relationships
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Improve communication skills
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Reduce stress and nurture resilience
Our trauma informed approach combines horse interaction with talking therapy in an outdoor, private, natural setting. Our team includes an equine specialist and a mental health professional.