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All Reviews for Horseback Riding in Maui

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68 reviews

2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour at Circle M Ranch - Mountain Trail with Ocean Views

Highlight of My Trip!

Reviewed by: Selah, 2024/03/24

This was my 2nd time visiting Maui and my biggest regret from the 1st trip was not going horseback riding. I would definitely recommend Circle M Ranch. The horses were well behaved and looked well cared for. Our guides made sure we all felt comfortable and were very informative. I've ridden many times but I still appreciated the way they explained everything before we saddled up. They provided some drinks that we were able to keep in our saddlebags. The trail was beautiful going through sections of forest, and gave us plenty of views of the ocean, including whales and that gorgeous coastline! We stopped at a few outlooks where our guide shared the history of the ranch and island, and for some photos. The whole experience was very professional. When we got back to the ranch I was only sad it was over. Thanks for a great experience!

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2024/03/01
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Oceanfront Trail Horseback Riding Tour at Maui Mountain Activities Ranch

Very cool easy horseback ride

Reviewed by: Christian Corby , 2024/02/03

My wife and I had an amazing horseback ride through trails . Staff and management were very helpful and friendly. Very much a family vibe with everyone. My wife and I are not very experienced with horses. My horse “kojack “ was very tame and easy to ride. Highly recommend to anyone interested in a horseback riding while visiting Maui.

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2024/01/12
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2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour at Circle M Ranch - Mountain Trail with Ocean Views

Fantastic!

Reviewed by: Teresa, 2023/05/24

We had a great time! The people were great and we definitely would do again!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2023/05/22
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2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour at Circle M Ranch - Mountain Trail with Ocean Views

Great Ride

Reviewed by: Kara, 2023/04/08

Wonderful experience, great trail. Extremely friendly knowledgeable staff. Beautiful views. Must try while on Maui. :)

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2023/03/11
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2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour at Circle M Ranch - Mountain Trail with Ocean Views

Amazing Adventure

Reviewed by: Chris, 2022/12/12

I had never ridden a horse before, had a great time, and experienced breathtaking views. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. I would recommend this to anyone who loves adventures and views. 10/10.

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Comments from activity operators

Thank you for such kind words. We are glad you had an amazing time, and we hope to see you again soon.

Mahalo,
.Mendes Ranch Maui Staff

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2022/12/09
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2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour at Circle M Ranch - Mountain Trail with Ocean Views

Horseback riding.

Reviewed by: Mary Greb, 2022/11/12

All the horses were beautiful! The men in charge took their time pairing each horse to the correct rider depending on their experience in riding. Really enjoyed the ride. The views on the ride where outstanding.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2022/10/17
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2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour at Circle M Ranch - Mountain Trail with Ocean Views

Great experience

Reviewed by: Leif , 2022/07/18

Views were amazing. Pics don’t do it justice. Horses were great. Being from Texas I’ve ridden most of my life so we got to do a little more than they probably would have normally because of our experience level. This is 100% worth it.

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Activity Date: 2022/06/24
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Oceanfront Trail Horseback Riding Tour at Maui Mountain Activities Ranch

My wife loved it, but not for the faint of heart

Reviewed by: Ed From PHX, 2021/10/26

The boys did a UTV drive and the girls did the horseback ride. One of the girls did not want to do the horse and the guides were super accommodating and put her in a UTV to still get to do something. She wound up have a blast after she got in the UTV with her husband. She was able to take a ton of photos and videos of the tour.
My wife got on the horse and had a BLAST on the ride. They did the same trail as the UTV/ATV does but the UTV/ATV goes out first, so they never cross paths. My wife had a great time, but she did say it was not for a very beginner, as they do have a few steep hills. At the very end they let you go faster (For the experienced rider) and go at your own pace for everyone.

The only thing is remember to wear long pants and closed toed shoes. Also DO NOT WEAR WHITE. You will come back with part of the trail on you as it is dusty.

If you ride, this is a must do trip.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2021/10/08
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2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour at Circle M Ranch - Mountain Trail with Ocean Views

Very picturesque horse ride

Reviewed by: Bogdan, 2021/09/13

We had a very picturesque horse ride through the coast of Maui. The horses were amazing and friendly and the guides were charming. I honestly didn't want the ride to end.

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2021/09/09
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2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour at Circle M Ranch - Mountain Trail with Ocean Views

Nice tour with beautiful views! Great for beginners.

Reviewed by: Eziel, 2021/09/05

Docking a star due to starting over an hour late, as well as getting a horse that was older and clearly needed to rest during the tour (other horses were just fine).

Otherwise, the experience was really nice and the views were amazing. Great for beginners, more experienced riders may not enjoy as much (they probably wouldn't book this).

Kinda wish they allowed us to trot/gallop a little.

Great for family and friends!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2021/08/31
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Oceanfront Trail Horseback Riding Tour at Maui Mountain Activities Ranch

Great ocean view ride.

Reviewed by: Tonia Williams , 2021/08/08

The people were really nice and made ride enjoyable. We even got to run our horses. I would do it again. You will get dirty.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2021/08/04
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Oceanfront Trail Horseback Riding Tour at Maui Mountain Activities Ranch

Horsing around

Reviewed by: Family Gau, 2021/07/03

This excursion was so much fun with the entire family. Recommend this fun adventure while in Maui. Sights were unbelievable.

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2021/06/12
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Oceanfront Trail Horseback Riding Tour at Maui Mountain Activities Ranch

Great ride!

Reviewed by: Casey, 2020/02/29

I’ve ridden horses since I was young and even used to work at a local trail riding center. This was the best ride I have ever been on, especially for a tourist ride. The guides were awesome and very helpful. They were able to help the beginner riders but also made it a fun ride for those who were more advanced. We trotted a lot, the scenery was amazing, and the picture opportunities were beautiful. We also got to try fresh passion fruit. At the end we got to “run” our horses if we wanted to. I expected a leisurely canter, but it was a full on gallop one at a time. I got to let my horse go as fast as he wanted and it was incredible! Highly highly recommend this tour!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2020/02/26
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Oceanfront Trail Horseback Riding Tour at Maui Mountain Activities Ranch

Made my trip!

Reviewed by: Alexandria, 2019/11/07

Horseback riding the West Maui Mountains made my trip! Absolutely, hands down, one of the best horseback riding tours I have ever been on. The guides take you to places you would never be able to walk or drive to otherwise. They do a great job matching you with a horse based on your skill level. The ride was rather long - 2 hours - 2.5 hours. It's definitely worth the money! It's very rare to be able to ride that long, canter, and gallop on a public horseback riding trail ride. The views are astonishing. We flew to Maui from Oahu specifically to horseback ride for my 33rd birthday. I am an experienced rider, who has owned a Thoroughbred mare, and competed Equestrian riding for over a decade. This excursion made my entire trip. Hands down the most amazing experience I have ever had on any excursion at any destination!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2019/11/02
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Makani Olu Ranch Trail Rides - Central Maui Horseback Riding Tour

Great way to see the counrtyside in central maui. Different view from the beach. The property is beautiful and we were able to pick oranges, grapefruits and star fruits on our way out of the ranch.

Reviewed by: Kaya, 2019/11/03

Nice ride threw the country, saw different types of cattle ( black angus and big horns, fields with baby cows too) and iron wood trees
The guide was extremely knowledgeable in horsemanship and we learned many things from him.

Crossed over a creek threw many cattle fields and circled the edge of the mountain range.
The ranch was beautiful filled with orange and grapefruit trees, starfruit trees and the guide welcomed us to fill a bag and take it home.
Fresh is best and yumm!

Horses were well mannered and cared for, the tack was comphy too!

Comments from activity operators

Mahalo for joining us and commenting. It was a pleasure to have you. Hope to see you again on the trail. Happy Trails!!!

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Attended as: Friends
Activity Date: 2019/10/29
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Makani Olu Ranch Trail Rides - Central Maui Horseback Riding Tour

Amazing ride!

Reviewed by: Debbie Samuelson, 2019/09/17

My friend Mike and I went for a 10 am 2 hour plantation ride today. The sun was shining but there was a great breeze blowing for the most part. Our guide and teacher was very thorough with us newbies and explained everything perfectly. I can not remember his name but he was originally from Wyoming. Go for it

Debbie Samuelson, Hammonton NJ

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Attended as: Couples
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Oceanfront Trail Horseback Riding Tour at Maui Mountain Activities Ranch

Every time is awesome!

Reviewed by: mtk124@hotmail.com, 2019/08/30

Absolutely LOVE it here! This was my 3rd time and I’m always impressed with how friendly and helpful everyone is. The horses are well behaved and so sweet and easy to handle (I have zero horsemanship or knowledge of horses)! Bring plenty of sunscreen, a hat to shield your face and be prepared to get dusty or dirty!

Comments from activity operators

Thank you Margaret. We LOVE having you and your family each and every time. Glad you enjoy the horseback riding experience!! Hope to see you again.
Kristen

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2019/08/27
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Makani Olu Ranch Trail Rides - Central Maui Horseback Riding Tour

Happy times

Reviewed by: Katrina T., 2019/06/26

We has a great time! Thanks for the lesson and the fun times. Would go back again!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2019/06/23
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Oceanfront Trail Horseback Riding Tour at Maui Mountain Activities Ranch

A day in the mountains

Reviewed by: Lisa, 2019/05/30

This was a nice day for my family up in the mountains we all got our own horses I was just the four of us the guy took us down the trail that led to the wharf where we took some pictures he was very informative know about the land and all the culture allowed us to spend some time then once we had a back we were able to spend some time talking to them and watching them with the horses Would highly recommend to others

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2019/05/28
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Oceanfront Trail Horseback Riding Tour at Maui Mountain Activities Ranch

So good I did it twice!!!

Reviewed by: mtk124@hotmail.com, 2019/04/23

I went on this awesome trail ride on the 16th. It was so amazing and I LOVED all the animals on the ranch. I loved it so much I rescheduled for a 2nd ride on the 20th!!!

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2019/04/20
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Oceanfront Trail Horseback Riding Tour at Maui Mountain Activities Ranch

LOVE LOVE LOVE

Reviewed by: mtk124@hotmail.com, 2019/04/17

Amaaaaaazing time well spent with this tour. Such beautiful soulful animals! The people who work here are awesome and passionate and, as a fellow animal lover, kindred spirits!

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2019/04/11
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Oceanfront Trail Horseback Riding Tour at Maui Mountain Activities Ranch

Amazing experience!!! Highly recommend it!!

Reviewed by: Samantha Brown, 2019/04/05

If you’re looking for a real authentic horseback ride in Maui, this is the one you should book. The guides are amazing! Real down to the earth good people!! If I lived on Maui I would happily volunteer anytime to help out! I LOVED all the animals on the farm!!! Thank you so much for the great time! Will definitely book it again!

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2019/04/02
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2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour at Circle M Ranch - Mountain Trail with Ocean Views

Stunning views

Reviewed by: Melanie Gorsha, 2018/05/03

Our daughters really enjoyed this experience even in the rain for part of the time. The staff was excellent so helpful and friendly. The horses were easy to handle. The views were stunning!!

  • Absolutely beautiful

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2018/04/27
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2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour at Circle M Ranch - Mountain Trail with Ocean Views

You're in Good Hands!!

Reviewed by: Granny Tara, 2017/01/04

Butch and Destiny were outstanding with my 7-year old grandson, who had only ridden a horse with me walking next to him. He actually went for a trot - all by himself!! Between the views, the entertaining guides and aloha spirit, my daughter and I would recommend the Mendes Ranch to any and all riders, from beginners to advanced.

  • Bryson and his horse, Hoku

  • Brittany, Bryson & Granny Tara

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Attended as: Families
Activity Date: 2017/01/03
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2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour at Circle M Ranch - Mountain Trail with Ocean Views

Guides Ruby and Sade were delightful!

Reviewed by: Shayna Dickey , 2016/12/26

It was a nice ride, beautiful scenery. The barbecue afterwards was delicious. :)

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2016/12/23
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2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour at Circle M Ranch - Mountain Trail with Ocean Views

Fantastic views

Reviewed by: Fishers, 2016/08/04

This was our first time riding horses and running with them. It was so fun. The guides Freddy and Taryn were awesome. They truly cared about the people they took out. The views from this ride were amazing.

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2016/07/30
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2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour at Circle M Ranch - Mountain Trail with Ocean Views

Pretty cool first experience!

Reviewed by: paullette, 2016/05/25

I'd never been on the back of a horse in my life, so having this first experience in Maui was amazing! The crew were patient and friendly. The views amazing! It was a lot of fun!

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Activity Date: 2015/12/15
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2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour at Circle M Ranch - Mountain Trail with Ocean Views

Great ride!

Reviewed by: Mirza Mughal , 2016/04/27

It was an amazing experience. The sights were something out of a story book. Best part about the ride was they got us through different terrains including a very narrow heavily vegetated area. My horse was spirit - intermediate level. And she was pretty free spirited. The runs were awesome with her. My wife had quick smoke who was very gentle yet her runs were fun too! Our guides were awesome as well. All in all definitely a thing to do in Maui.

  • Spirit and me and the beautiful landscape

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2016/04/25
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2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour at Circle M Ranch - Mountain Trail with Ocean Views

Excellent!

Reviewed by: Coimp, 2015/09/06

This was our second trip to Maui as well as our second to the Mendes ranch! The staff was very informative once again. They also make you feel welcomed from the start. Thanks to the cowgirls and cowboy for being our guides on this ride! (Plz forgive me for not recalling the names right now)
Will do it again next time we're in Maui!!!

  • My friends and I having fun!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2015/09/02
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Makani Olu Ranch Trail Rides - Central Maui Horseback Riding Tour

Beautiful ride

Reviewed by: Jeremy rubio, 2015/08/07

we absolutely loved our experience horse back riding!! Our cowboy Yod was very patient with us, especially since we had never ridden a horse before! ...he taught us all about our individual horses so that we may ride better and learn to properly handle our horse. he really knew his horses well, and the environment. the actual ride on the trail was very beautiful!!

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Attended as: Couples
Activity Date: 2015/08/04
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