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  Horseback Riding in Maui


Imagine the salt spray on your face as you ride your horse overlooking the ocean on pastured bluffs absorbing the breath taking beauty of the rugged North Shore of Maui.

The whistle of the wind will rustle through the trees as you ride under the forest canopy. The enchantment of upcountry Maui will fill the vista with spectacular views of the coast and mountains

Just a few of the sights and sounds you will enjoy as you journey through Maui by horseback.

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Mendes Ranch

Pony Express
Haleakala Crater Ride


      Ironwood Ranch

Piiholo Stables

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Mendez Ranch Trail Rides
  List Price Your Price
All Riders + 7 $110.00 $99.00  
       
Closed on Sundays      

Advance Reservations Required
Closed on Sunday

Guidelines:
No children under 7 allowed.
No expecting mothers.
Weight limit 250 pounds.
Long pants and closed toed shoes required.

This is a wonderful ride for any level of rider and no experience is necessary to enjoy Maui horseback riding. Mendes Ranch has a horse for all levels and allows children from 7 and up to ride their own pony.

Located on the North Shore of Maui this stable is a real working ranch and the hands all refer to themselves as Paniolo's (Hawaiian for cowboys).

Mendes Ranch offers 2 distinctively different Maui Horseback rides. The morning ride covers the cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean while the afternoon ride covers the mountain region of Mendes Ranch. Both are unique offering incredible ocean views in the vast open space of the ranch.

Morning Oceanfront Trail Ride:
The morning ride begins at the corral on the mountain side. Once everyone is fitted for a horse, the ride begins. As you meander down the edge of the Waihee Valley to the coastline where you will have a chance to test your mount the magnificent Pacific Ocean highlights the horizon. Your coastline horseback riding tour in Maui will leave you breathless as you feel the spray of the salt from the ocean below. Your Maui tour guides will photos of you and your family with the ocean as a backdrop.
The ride is 90 in duration with refreshments included at the ranch.

Waihee Valley Mountain Ride:
The after Waihee Valley Mountain ride also begins at the corral. This ride winds up the mountain through a tropical valley into open pasture up to the Waihee Ridge. At 2500 feet above sea level the views are incredible. Sweeping panorama views of the ocean are just one of the highlights of this Maui horseback riding adventure.
From the ridge line you can gaze into the Waihee Valley to the lush rainforest and towering waterfalls (rain dependent). Here you have the opportunity peek into Eki Carter and have your Maui trail guides take your photo.

Meet Location:
The meet location is at Mendes Ranch on the North Shore of West Maui.
The morning Oceanfront trail ride begins at 8:30. Check-in for the Maui horseback ride is at 8:00am.
The afternoon Waihee Valley Mountain ride hits the trail at 12:30pm. Check-in for the afternoon ride is 12:00pm.
Both rides are 90 minutes in duration and include refreshments at the ranch.

The BBQ lunch is served at 11:30am. This would be after the morning ride and before the afternoon ride.



Ironwood Ranch
West Maui Journey List Price Your Price
All Riders +8 $90.00 $84.00  

The Sunset Ride List Price Your Price
All Riders +8 $120.00 $112.95  

Closed on Sundays
Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Years Day

Advance Reservations Required

Guidelines:
No children under 8 allowed.
Minors must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum height 4'
No expecting mothers.
Weight limit 210 pounds.
Long pants and closed toed shoes required.

Ironwood Ranch is located in the West Maui Mountains, nestled in a valley surrounded by Ironwood trees. Hidden above the town of Napili is Ironwood Ranch. They use a shuttle to pick up their guests in their lower corral just off highway 30 across from Napili Plaza. From this point a shuttle takes you up this stable. Here at the ranch you will be introduced to your mount. Your horse is chosen by your ability.

All rides are limited to six guests.

The West Maui Journey
A 90 minute ride:

The Maui horseback riding adventure winds its way through the rolling hills above the coast ascending into the Maile Pai Valley. Here you will discover the ancient ruins of the Hawaiian people and the lush rain forest of the Maile Pai Valley. Rich in culture, vibrant in color this ride awakens the spirit of adventure. As the moist mountain mist cools your face, you will hear and feel the sounds of the jungle. And you will know paradise Maui on horseback, Hawaiian style.

Times & Location:
All rides meet at the Ironwood Ranch in Napili. Please note you must bring your cell phone to call for gate code.
Rides are available at 9:00am, 11:00am and 1:00pm.

The Sunset Ride
A 2 hour ride:

On this one of a kind Maui horseback riding adventure your trail ride takes you over rolling hills before you ascend into the Maile Pai Valley. Here you will discover ancient Hawaiian Villages that have fallen into ruin through the passing of time. Rich in culture, dense in growth the Maile Pai Valley is lush and green. A canopy of trees shade the way, providing a tropical splendor blended with a fusion of colors, sights and sounds of the jungle. After you emerge from the valley the adventure takes you to the ridge where you will see a sunset you will never forget. As the sun begins to settle into the horizon, the sky grows vivid with color. As the orange sky melts into purple and gray the jagged peaks of Molokai begin to fade into darkness. The ride back to the ranch is slow, allowing the days adventure to meld into your mind for a lifetime.

Times & Location:
All rides meet at the Ironwood Ranch in Napili. Please note you must bring your cell phone to call for gate code.
Times vary according to time of year. Summer months are later in the afternoon as the winter months are earlier.



Pony Express
Maui Horseback Riding Adventures

Haleakala Crater List Price Your Price  
Ka Moa O Pele Junction Ride:
All Riders + 10 Years Old
$188.00 $179.95

Ranch Rides: List Price Your Price  
Paniolo Ride: All Riders + 10 Years Old $110.00 $99.95
Mauka Ride: All Riders + 10 Years Old $95.00 $89.95

The Haleakala Crater Ride is closed on Saturday.

Guidelines:
Max weight 235lb.
No riders under 10 years old
Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
No riders over 65 years old for Haleakala Crater.
No expecting mothers.
Complete name, age, weight and riding ability required.
Closed toed shoes and long pants required.
A cell phone contact.
All guests screened for health issues for the Halekala Crater ride.
Haleakala Crater Ride medical guidelines:
No heart or lung conditions, past or present.
Able to handle high elevations.
72 hour cancellation policy on all rides.

Ka Moa O Pele Junction Ride:
The Junction Ride is 8 miles round trip.
"This is an outdoor ride at 10,000 feet, so sprinkles and wind can come and go. We provide full rain gear and are looking for people ready for an adventure!"

The summit of Haleakala is the setting for adventure into the "House of the Sun". This Maui horseback riding adventure journeys into the crater of Haleakala and will impress upon you the barren wind swept landscape of the peaks that form the rim of the summit. Solitude will surround you as the only sounds of reality are the beat of hoofs on the crater floor and the wind. The breeze will brush across your trail in puffs of dust as you wind your way deeper into the volcanic crater of Haleakala to the Ka Moa O Pele Junction. This breathing unforgettable adventure with Pony Express is fully narrated with the history, legends and a cultural understanding of Hawaiian beliefs and stories.

Lunch Menu:
Pony Express includes a wonderful picnic lunch inside the crater with this event. You can make your menu selection on the reservation page by booking this activity. Your lunch will include the following:
Choice of croissant sandwiches:
Turkey, Ham, Tuna or Veggie
Fresh Fruit Cup
Maui Chips
Beverage
Maui Cookies

Check In Time & Location:
There are check in location options. You can select an option on the reservation page. They are as follows.
Pony Express Ranch check in at 8:30am.
After checking in with Pony Express you will have to complete the drive to Haleakala Crater. You would meet the wrangler at the visitor center at the 20 mile marker inside the park. Have at least $10.00 for the park entry fee on hand.

Pony Express Ranch Drive Time:
Allow 2 hours of drive time from West Maui to the Pony Express Ranch
Allow 90 minutes of drive time from Kihei or Wailea to the Pony Express Ranch
Allow 1 hour of drive time from Kahului to the Pony Express Ranch
Allow for traffic delays. Leave early!

The Junction Ride is about 6 hours of total time. The ride begins at 9:15am. The ride returns up Sliding Sands Trail at about 3:00pm. This ride is not for first time riders.

The Paniolo Ride: Tour Description:
Haleakala Ranch Ride: 2 hour ride.
The Hawaiian cowboy (Paniolo) has been riding the range 50 years longer than the American cowboy who roamed the wild west. Cattle ranching plays an important role in Hawaii's history. It should be no surprise that Historic Haleakala Ranch which comprises a large portion of upcountry Maui has cultured a rich history of the Hawaiian cowboy.

This awesome 2 hour ride explorers some of the vast expanse of Haleakala Ranch, Maui's largest working cattle ranch. This morning ride offers some of the most spectacular views of the ocean and The West Maui Mountains. As you ride through pastured meadows the views of North and South shores including the entire isthmus that connects West Maui with South Maui will be laid out as one incredible vista.

Throughout the ride your guides will share the history of the Haleakala Ranch with you.

This Maui horseback riding tour includes refreshments

Pony Express Ranch check in at 8:00am. The adventure begins at 8:30am.

Pony Express Ranch Drive Time:
Allow 2 hours of drive time from West Maui to the Pony Express Ranch
Allow 90 minutes of drive time from Kihei or Wailea to the Pony Express Ranch
Allow 1 hour of drive time from Kahului to the Pony Express Ranch
Allow for traffic delays. Leave early!

The Mauka Ride: Tour Description:
Haleakala Ranch Ride: 90 minute ride:
Enjoy the morning exploring Haleakala and upcountry Maui; then top off your day with this relaxing 90 minute ride across historic Haleakala Ranch. This scenic Maui horseback ride will take you through lush pasture land and tall eucalyptus trees with stunning views of the ocean and valley below. Learn about the ancient Chinese wall built so long ago from your guides, who will share with you the history of not only the ranch itself, but all of upcountry Maui.
Refreshments are provided only with this Maui horseback riding tour.

Check In Time & Location:
The Pony Express Ranch check-in is at 1.30pm daily. The ride begins at 2.00pm.

Pony Express Ranch Drive Time:
Allow 2 hours of drive time from West Maui to the Pony Express Ranch
Allow 90 minutes of drive time from Kihei or Wailea to the Pony Express Ranch
Allow 1 hour of drive time from Kahului to the Pony Express Ranch
Allow for traffic delays. Leave early!





Piiholo Ranch Stables

  List Price Your Price
1 Hour Ride $75.00 $71.95
2 Hour Country Ride $120.00 $114.95

Advance Reservations Required
Closed on Sunday

Guidelines:
Height to weight must be portioned
No children under 10 years old.
No expecting mothers.
Closed toed shoes & long pant required.
Max weight limit is 230lb.
All rides are limited to small groups of 6.



The 1 Hour Ride:
Please note it takes 2 to confirm this ride.
This 1 hour horseback ride on Maui will take you through a working cattle land of Piiholo Ranch. You will ride through the green pastures of Kikuyu and Pangola. You will enjoy sweeping views of the West Maui Mountains, north and south shores beyond endless sugar cane and pineapple fields.
The 1 hour ride is considered easy. This wonderful family Maui horseback riding experience is set in a very peaceful environment through pastured meadows.

Piiholo Ranch offers coffee and refreshments with this horseback riding adventure.

Rides are offered twice daily. Both rides are in the morning.
The first ride has a 9:00am check in with a 9:30am ride.
The second ride has a 11:00am check in with a 11:30am ride.
  The 2 Hour Country Ride:
Please note it takes 2 to confirm this ride.
This 2 hour horseback ride on Maui takes you deeper into the Piiholo Ranch where you will ride through towering Eucalyptus forests beyond the green pastures of Kikuyu and Pangola. You will enjoy sweeping views of the West Maui Mountains, north and south shores beyond endless sugar cane and pineapple fields. From Piiholo Hill the valley will unfold with incredible views and you will come to understand why this is considered the crown jewel in the Baldwin family ranch.

Piiholo Ranch offers coffee and refreshments with this horseback riding adventure.

Rides are offered twice daily.
The first ride has a 8:30am check in with a 9:00am ride.
The second ride has a 12:30pm check in with a 1:00pm ride.

Stable Tips
Please remember that horseback riding is a very popular event and advance reservations are required year around. With all the stables catering to small groups most people who visit Maui are not here long enough to enjoy the stable of their choice.

Mendez Ranch is by far the best. With the ability to take children, this stable offers the most for a family. By being a real working ranch Mendez Ranch also affords heavier people than the other stables. And my friend this is a blessing.

Pony Express provides a very special adventure into the barren waste lands of Haleakala. If you ever wondered what it would be like to explore the surface of the moon, then you will find this journey into Haleakala compelling to say the least. This is truly a magical journey into some of the hidden secrets deep inside the "House of the Sun".

Pony Express also invites you to enjoy some of Maui's most scenic rides through the vast expanses of Historical Haleakala Ranch. All these rides are incredible.
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