Top 4 Horse Riding in Hawaii

1.West Maui Mountain Waterfall and Ocean Tour via Horseback

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 845 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $187Our pick

Ride for about two hours with guides such as Kai, Cierra, Richard, Cole, and Sierra through West Maui’s mountain trails to ocean overlooks. Horses are matched to your riding ability, and beginners are welcome. Expect steep slopes, dust, seasonal waterfall views, optional cantering, photos, soft drinks, and a friendly farm petting zoo.

“Great experience. The owner and staff are so nice and accommodating. The day we went it was pouring rain but we still had a great time. Horses are well cared for and well mannered. Would highly recommend this place. Just keep your fingers crossed for sunshine. You will have fun regardless.”

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2.Maui Horseback Adventure at Circle M Ranch With Real Cowboys

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 761 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $185

Ride with Maui paniolos at Circle M Ranch on a two-hour outing through green pastures, taro patches, plantation homes, and Waihee Valley. Guides match horses to your skill level and help first-time riders feel at ease. The coastal views are excellent, but the pace may suit beginners more than experienced riders seeking sustained cantering.

“Couldn’t have been more perfect! From the beautiful ranch, to the people who worked there. The horses were beautifully behaved and the ride was so picturesque. Absolutely would recommend!”

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3.Waipi’o on Horseback: Mountain Ocean Views Working Cattle Ranch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 252 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $160

Ride for about two hours across WOH Ranch near Honokaa, a working Hawaiian ahupuaʻa with fruit trees, fishponds, cattle, wild horses, native plants, and distant Hamakua ocean views. Guides such as Micah, Patricia, Nia, Moses, and Tess explain the land and help beginners feel at ease. The ride does not enter Waipio Valley or reach the beach.

“Very interesting ride through the ranch with views of the ocean and hundreds of different fruit trees. Micah is very knowledgeable and can answer any questions about the island and ranch. Horses were obedient and well trained.”

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4.Horseback Ride Like an Authentic Paniolo in Kahuku

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 208 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $155Best value

At Gunstock Ranch in Kahuku, you’ll spend about 90 minutes on horseback with a wrangler such as Sydney, Lon, Heather, or Summer, depending on the day. The ride stays at a walk through open pasture and shaded forest, ending at a scenic high point. It suits beginners and experienced riders, but the 235-pound limit and 45-minute early check-in matter.

“I really enjoyed Heather our trail guide. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable about the horses and it felt safe. The trail was nice enough and the horses were amazing. It was so good to see them all running freely and looking healthy and happy. But it I would not call that a Paniolo experience. The ad is misleading. Nothing about it is authentic Hawaiian/paniolo. It’s ok to use your own words to describe the trip. Like “organic” natural horseback riding experience. Ad is misleading.”

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