Overall I enjoyed the experience but for over $200 for myself and my 7yo daughter it wasn't quite what I hoped for. Our group was 2 adults and a 7 and 8yo. Our guide was proficient but clearly not patient and I sensed frustrated with the children. The Cave Creek Outfitters advertise for ages 6 and up and I would therefore expect the guide to be patient, kind and friendly with all age groups especially when we admitted from the start we were amateur horse back riders. I don't like to be critical but this is a business and customer service is important especially for the fees we paid. I was more impressed with the 30 minutes we spent with the woman who prepared our lunch as she was friendly, kind and engaging with the adults as well as the children.
The facilities were clean and the property well cared for. The food was very good. But based solely on my the horse back riding experience we are not likely to return or recommend this company.