Maui Horseback Riding

by Jing - The Maui Activity Lady

Maui Horseback Riding is A Unique Experience

Horseback riding can be one of the best experiences in Maui with exceptional number of ranches working here. Most of the ranches are located at Kapalua in West and South Maui. This needs a certain level of experience to have a careful drive and to control the horses during the journey. Most beginners will be accompanied by instructors and experienced riders will always experience challenging rides promised to them by the ranches. Horse ride seems to be little bit expensive but it is truly worth paying the amount.

Maui horseback rides will take the tourists through the tropical rain forest areas to unleash the natural beauty while riding. It is a very unique and pleasant experience where it takes down to windswept cliffs of the Pacific Ocean. The roaring sounds of waves and scenic beauty will bring a rip-roaring joy to the riders. The horse ride also takes the riders in to the crater of Haleakala and the experience can truly be matched to driving in the moon. It can even take the riders to the Hana highlands near the famous Oheo Gulch. It is a fantastic place with less human population and one could occasionally find any vehicles crossing by. Taking a ride along the roads of lush green tropical forest and black sand beaches can be exquisite. It can be extended to the ranch lands high above the central valley with ethnic beauty. The extreme level of enjoyment can be felt while riding from the beach at Makena to the winery at Ullupalakua.

Tourists must ensure that horse riding is done with proper safety. All the horseback riding tours have the starting place at the Maui Stables. Morning refreshment and other snacks items will be provided by the ranch owners without any extra fee. Tourists are also provided with closed shoes and long pants. These are the basic requirements for a horseback ride in Maui. Cameras should not be forgotten. They will be helpful in recording the wildest of events that take place in Maui. Changing clothes is highly recommended after a tough riding. Most of the horseback rides are restricted to persons having a weight less than 300lb. Tourists can also cancel their trip and get a full refund on their money.

There are some useful tips to be followed while horse riding in Maui. These are the simplest tips that can ensure safety and enjoyment for all.

Here they are:

  1. Horseback riding companies in Maui will not take children under the age of 18. It is better to inform the companies so that alternatives can be arranged.
  2. Advance reservation may help the tourists to get the best of horseback rides. Bathing suits, closed shoes, long pants, thongs must be taken and packed well.
  3. The timing may range from 2 hours a day to a one full day ride. Proper planning will ensure 100% enjoyment.

Tours are daily, times and lengths may vary.  Prices start at $90 per person plus tax.  Riders must be at least 8 years old.

Unfortunately we can’t accomodate those who are pregnant, due to a host of safety reasons.

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