Maui Ranch Adventure: Scenic Horseback Ride

Experience the thrill of horseback riding in Maui with real Hawaiian cowboys. Explore lush valleys, enjoy stunning Pacific views, and encounter a variety of animals on this unforgettable tour.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Your journey begins at the Mendes Ranch Corral, where you’ll be greeted by paniolos. Then, hop on your tame, gentle horse and follow your guides on a 1.5-hour trail ride!
8:45am Departure:
On your morning ride, canter up rolling pastures and down the edge of Waihee Valley to the coastline, where you’ll view the magnificent Pacific waters. Here, your…

What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • All necessary equipment
  • 45-minute briefing & mounting
  • 1.5-hour horseback ride
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Join real ‘paniolos’ (Hawaiian cowboys) on an unforgettable journey as they lead you on horseback through Maui’s Circle M Ranch. Meander up green pastures to the edge of a lush tropical valley, admire views of the Pacific seascape, and see lots of animals such as goats, sheep, cows, peacocks and Pua the pig on your morning or afternoon ride which…

Location
Circle M Ranch, formerly Mendes Ranch
Kahekili Highway
Please wait in parking lot after arriving at ranch and a wrangler will come to retrieve you for check in
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Lorraine_p
Apr 24, 2025
We will remember this forever! - This was one of our favorite activities that we’ve ever done on Maui! It was the first time on horses for the entire family and I can’t think of a better place to have this experience that we will treasure forever.
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566deeanns
Apr 23, 2025
Excellent Private Experience - If you are an experienced equestrian, go ahead and book the private tour; you will be so glad you did! My trail guide was knowledgeable and enjoyable to talk with. The trails were good, my horse was well cared for, and the views were stunning! I wish I could have gone on a trail ride every day of vacation.
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Ginny
Apr 22, 2025
A Fantastic Way to Experience Maui - We had a fantastic ride with the paiolos and the horses! The ride was steep but breathtaking views made it all worth it, and it was interesting to hear about the history of paiolos and specifically the Circle M Ranch. All of the staff were very friendly and you could tell that they put rider safety and top-notch horse care at the top of their priorities. Shoutout to Tex and Chief, who were both great mounts with a bit of character, too!
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Y2403uvconniec
Apr 21, 2025
Maui Views by Horseback - We loved the views of Maui by horseback on this Circle M ride. Top notch operation with safety forefront. So happy this beautiful property and its history can be shared with Maui tourists. Staff are personable and skilled equestrians.
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L3474xhelizabethg
Apr 21, 2025
Amazing experience - The view from the ranch was spectacular! Tex, the horse that I had, was snacky but he was easy to redirect and keep him walking. The guides were very nice, helpful, and knowledgeable about the ranch's history. Our overall experience were awesome!
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Elizabeth_g
Apr 21, 2025
Amazing experience! - The ranch has spectacular view. This adventure suits everyone, with or withour experience, so long as you are within their age limit. The guides were knowledgeable about the ranch's history and about horses of course. Some of the horses were snacky but they were easy to redirect and keep them walking. Our overall experience was awesome!
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Ramona_m
Apr 14, 2025
It’s beautiful the staff... - It’s beautiful the staff are knowledgeable and took care of all the nervousness. I went with two of my kids and this was our first time. Highly suggest.
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Robert_m
Apr 14, 2025
Outstanding Experience - Whole experience was well organized; everyone was super friendly; outstanding views and overall experience; would highly recommend to all
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Corey_w
Apr 14, 2025
Amazing experience - Absolutely amazing experience. Our two teenage girls were smiling the whole time. The group size wasn’t that large which made the experience that much better. The trail guides had wonderful attitudes and personalities that matched our whole group. I would highly recommend this adventure for anyone!
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Emily_s
Apr 25, 2025
Beautiful trail ride - It was a fun trail ride, easy for inexperienced riders. You go down the mountain, stop at a cliff and take some pictures and then go back up the hill.
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From $185
up to 14 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).