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Island consists of many ranches perfect for Horseback riding in Hawaii.
In fact, the Parker Ranch on the Big Island is the second largest
ranch in the country. With so much beautiful ranchland available for
horseback riding its no surprise that Hawaii horseback rides and
horseback stables are a favorite for visitors and locals alike.
Many of the ranches offering horseback riding on the Big Island allow
a more permissive style of riding than found on other islands. Riding on
the Big Island often begins with a xcowboy dress-upx in which your
encouraged to put on ranch boots, chaps, jackets and hats to create a
more authentic xpaniolox feel for your horse ride. Many of the ranches
are more inclined to also allow you to trot or canter your horse if you
have the necessary skills. Still yet another great opportunity provided
by many Big Island ranches is to encourage you to spread out to ride and
not always maintain the nose to tail format so prevalent elsewhere. For
the more seasoned rider - rides are available that will allow you to
swim and picnic on an ultimate waterfall experience. This ride takes you
along the rim of the Waipio Valley, and continues back along the stream
that feeds the spectacular Hiilawe Falls, where you go to a series of
smaller, beautiful waterfalls and secret pools. You can tie up your
horse and hike down to a very private waterfall and pristine
ginger-lined pool. Though not technically a horseback ride the Big
Island also offers the spectacular Kohala mule trail adventure. From
Pololu Valley Lookout you will descend 500 feet down by mule and see
stunning views of 2,000 foot sea cliffs cascading waterfalls and end at
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Na’alapa
Stables
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Big
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NA’ALAPA STABLES offers horseback riding at two locations: 12,000
acre Kahua Ranch. & The famous and beautiful Waipio Valley.
Long pants, closed-toe shoes, no snacks or drinks are provided but there
are saddle bags to put your own in. Riders: Min of 2 - 230 lbs max
weight - no children under 8 years old.-NO pregnant women-General good
health. All participants must sign a waiver before their ride. |
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Kohala Mountain Ride 1.5 Hrs
Daily 1:30-3:00pm KAHUA RANCH 1.5 hour ride (check-in 1:00pm) This
trip explores the spectacular panoramic views of mountains and
coastlines, statley cinder cones ancient Hawaiian ruins and lush
pastures dotted with grazing sheep and cattle. These excursions are
considered “range rides” which allow you to spead out and canter, trot
or walk at your pleasure. These are not head to tail rides. Each tour is
catered to the riders individual riding abilities. |
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Your Price : |
$54.39 |
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Kohala Mountain Ride 2.5 Hrs
9:00am KAHUA RANCH 2.5 Morning Ride, (check-in 8:30am) This trip
explores the spectacular panoramic views of mountains and coastlines,
statley cinder cones ancient Hawaiian ruins and lush pastures dotted
with grazing sheep and cattle. These excursions are considered “range
rides” which allow you to spead out and canter, trot or walk at your
pleasure. These are not head to tail rides. Each tour is catered to the
riders individual riding abilities. |
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Your Price : |
$74.15 |
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Waipio Valley AM 2.5 Hr. Ride
9:30-12:00pm Mon-Sat - WAIPIO VALLEY 2.5 hour ride (check in 30
minutes prior)
Riders travel in a four wheel drive van into historic Waipi’o Valley -
ancientHawaii’s “Valley of the Kings”. Then it’s time to mount up on
your horses and delve deeper into the valley’s interior. The horseback
trail ride takes a leisurely pace, along the valley floor and lasting
for about 2 hours. Guides narrate as you meander through lush jungle
trails, through streams and rivers. You’ll see dramatic 1200 foot
waterfalls, taro patches, lotus ponds, wild horses, and exotic plants
and birds all along this exploring adventure. |
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Your Price : |
$74.15 |
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Waipio Valley PM 2.5 Hr Ride
1:00-3:30pm Mon-Sat - WAIPIO VALLEY 2.5 hour ride (check in 30
minutes prior) Riders travel in a four wheel drive van into historic
Waipi’o Valley - ancientHawaii’s “Valley of the Kings”. Then it’s time
to mount up on your horses and delve deeper into the valley’s interior.
The horseback trail ride takes a leisurely pace, along the valley floor
and lasting for about 2 hours. Guides narrate as you meander through
lush jungle trails, through streams and rivers. You’ll see dramatic 1200
foot waterfalls, taro patches, lotus ponds, wild horses, and exotic
plants and birds all along this exploring adventure. |
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Your Price : |
$74.15 |
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Paniolo Horseback Riding Adventures
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Big
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CUSTOM HORSEBACK RIDING Not a trail ride, all levels catered to.
Open range riding on 11,000 acre working cattle ranch on Kohala
Mountain. Choices include: Quarter Horses, Arabians, Thoroughbred
Crosses and one great riding mule "Nui".
During a brief check in period guests are encouraged to use ranch boots,
chaps, jackets and hats to create an authentic "Paniolo" feel. From
there it's to the lanai where the guests are introduced to their
carefully selected mounts. After a short presentation on rider safety
and basic horse handling, the Open Range Ranch Ride begins. Guest are
allowed to ride at their experience level and are encouraged, with
wrangler guidance, to trot and canter.
DIRECTIONS:
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From Hilo: Hwy 19 to Waimea, at light turn right toward Kawaihae
at flashing light go right to Hwy 250 about 12 miles just past the 13
mile marker on left look for red sign & 2 red buildings.
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From Kona/Kohala: Hwy 19 North Junction with Hwy 270 (Kawaihae Jct)
turn right on Hwy 19 to Waimea, go up the hill about 7.8 miles. Left
at flashing light Hwy 250 about 12 miles look for 13 mile marker and
for 2 red buildings on the left. |
TRAVEL TIME:
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1
1/2 Hours from Kona/Hualalae
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1
Hour from Kohala Resort/Mauna Lani Resort
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45
Min. from Hapuna Prince/Mauna Kea/Waimea Bed & Breakfast
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MAX. WEIGHT 230 lbs. Must be at least 4' tall, Up to 14 Riders
PRIVATE RIDES are also availbable, ask for pricing. |
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SUNSET RIDE- 80-100 minutes long, times vary with season.
Daily - 5:15pm (summer April-Sept) 4:15pm (winter
Oct-March) |
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Your Price : |
$68.90 |
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TWO AND A HALF HOUR RIDE - with short rest stop - bring your own
snack and beverages.
Daily - 10:00am and 2:00pm |
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Your Price : |
$83.35 |
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FOUR HOUR PRIVATE RIDE- with a 40 minute stop - bring your own
picnic, snack and beverages.
Daily - 9:00am |
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Your Price : |
$147.20 |
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THREE HOUR PICNIC RIDE -
with
two hours in the saddle you have 1 hour to enjoy a picnic lunch of deli
style meat or vegetarian sandwich on healthy whole grain bread served
with chips, fruit, homemade desert and drink. Also available for a
private ride.
Daily - 1:00pm |
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Your Price : |
$116.30 |
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Waipio Ridge Stables
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Big
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Hidden Waterfall Ride
Daily 9:00am - 5 hour journey, for the more seasoned rider - ride,
swim and picnic on this ultimate waterfall experience. This ride takes
you along the rim of the valley, and continues back along the stream
that feeds the spectacular Hiilawe Falls, where you go to a series of
smaller, beautiful waterfalls and secret pools. Tie up your horse and
hike down to a very private waterfall and pristine ginger-lined pool.
Fantasies come true as you picnic and swim in this hidden paradise.
Stops for snacks at halfway point and stops for lunch and swimming at
waterfall.
Sandwich choices are turkey, tuna, ham and vegetarian. All have
mayonaise, cheese, lettuce and tomato.
Chips and water. |
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Your Price : |
$137.40 |
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Valley Rim Ride
Daily 9:00am & 1:00pm - 2.5 hour journey along the rim of Waipio
Valley to the top of Hiilawe, one of Hawaiis highest and most beautiful
waterfalls. Ride from historic Kukiuhaele Village through former sugar
cane fields and present day taro patches to a series of spectacular
views accessible only on horseback. Stops for snacks. Bring your own
water, soft drinks or snacks if you prefer. |
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Your Price : |
$71.10 |
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Waipio Valley Wagon Tours
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Hawaii
Land Tours &
Hiking |
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Equipment: Four wheel drive GM Van and Mule Drawn Wagon
Schedule: Daily except Sunday, 9:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3:30pm
Capacity: 9 passengers
Locations: 'LAST CHANCE STORE' in Kukuihaele - Pick up courtesy
phone on side of the building to check in. Driver will pick up
passengers there.
IMPORTANT: Please allow enough travel time. A tight schedule is
maintained. Weight Restrictions - please advise if extra tall or wide |
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WAGON TOUR - This one and one-half hour tour is an adventure back in
time. A four wheel drive van will pick up passengers at the meeting
place and take them down to the stable in the valley, 15 min. each way.
The one hour mule drawn wagon tour goes across the valley stopping
midway for a view of the back of the valley and the waterfall Hi'ilawa.
Learn about the history of the valley and it's legends. |
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Your Price : |
$43.80 |
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