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Horseback Ride Like an Authentic Paniolo in Kahuku
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
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(888) 651-9785
1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Good for avoiding crowds
Overview
Experience the natural beauty of the Oahu’s North Shore countryside during a 1.5-hour horseback ride from a ranch near Laie and Kahuku. Your guide matches you with a suitable horse, then leads you along a scenic mountain trail with ocean views. Stop for photo ops at a lookout point and learn about the life of the paniolo (Hawaiian cowboys) on this family-friendly tour.
- Hear insightful commentary from the guide
- Suitable for both beginning and experienced riders
- Small group horseback ride allows for personalized attention
- Walking only ride; no trotting or cantering allowed
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What's Included
Use of helmets
Tour wrangler/ guide
Free Parking
Bottled water
Souvenir photos
Gratuities
Departure & Return
Gunstock Ranch , 56-250 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731, USA
This activity will end right where it started.Departure Point: Gunstock Ranch Trails Office Directions: Gunstock Ranch is located 2 miles North of the Polynesian Cultural Center, between the towns of Laie and Kahuku, Oahu. We are a 10-minute drive from Turtle Bay Resort
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- CHECK-IN TIME: Check in is 45 minutes prior to the start time of tour. A safety demo is given 15 minutes prior to the tour, if you miss the safety demo you will have missed your tour
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Minimum age is 7 years
- All passenger weights must be advised at time of booking. 240lb/109kg weight limit
- Long pants and covered shoes are recommended; bring a light jacket if the weather is cold
- We ride rain or shine. If canceled due to unsafe weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Phones or small cameras are allowed.
- No pregnant or intoxicated riders will be allowed to ride.
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- OPERATED BY Gunstock Ranch
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Horseback Ride Like an Authentic Paniolo in Kahuku?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Horseback Ride Like an Authentic Paniolo in Kahuku?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Horseback Ride Like an Authentic Paniolo in Kahuku?
A:The policy on social distancing is:
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
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Best ride ever
Camille_D
, Jun 2022
My husband and I had a...
MaryAnn_B
, Jun 2022
Amazing Horseback Riding in Hawaii
Susan_S
, Jun 2022
Wonderful time,Everyone was so friendly. I bought a shirt and sticker for my car.Horses were well kept and friendly.loved it!!! I rode on "Domino".I enjoyed my adventure!!! Thanks
Great experience
Steve_F
, May 2022
This was a great experience. It was a slow, comfortable ride and the staff was warm and friendly. Our guide for the day was Gabby, she interacted with us and was well informed.
100% recommendable
Kymberly_L
, May 2022
I went with my cousin and her friend, it was our first time horseback riding and there was nothing to be nervous about, everything was great! Such an incredible moment!
Awesome outing for anyone!
Gayna_G
, Mar 2022
Gunstock Ranch Horseback Ride
Coretta_O
, Mar 2022
Nalia and Sirenne were great wranglers - competent, engaging, inclusive. Highly recommend for any beginner rider. Horses were mild. Views were great! Ranch staff was equally great!
Not worth it - spend your money on something else.
Maddison_C
, Jan 2022
It was fun *enough* IF horses are really your thing.
The guides were really nice. My horse kept trying to pass the other horses so I had to pull on the reigns A LOT. My sister’s horse did not want to go at all. My mom’s horse tried to bite her. It required more work on our end - in my opinion. Also, I’ve been around horses a lot but these guys were especially dirty. I don’t know, it might be someone else’s thing but just not ours.
Response from Host , Feb 2022
Aloha,
We appreciate the feedback. We are so sorry that you didn’t have as relaxing of a ride as anticipated.
We do a safety and riding demonstration prior to each ride so that our guests have all of the information needed for a safe and successful ride. Horses are living animals and do have minds of their own. Because of this, they all act a bit differently out on the trails.
We hope that you all had a great rest of your vacation. Mahalo
Incredible first time experience!
Vinay_M
, Jan 2022
This was our first time riding a horse. Gunstock ranch is not as popular as some of the other more crowded ranches. However, it was very authentic and we had a great time. The ranch owners and guides love their job and their ranch and provided us with awesome experience. Hanna who was our main guide ensured our safety while giving us the tour of the ranch and explaining everything. Incredible views, a bit of adventure and thrill sums up our experience!
Response from Host , Jan 2022
Cool easy ride
Sue_J
, Jan 2022
Cool ranch that used to be a sugar cane farm. Easy slow ride great for inexperienced riders or families with children old enough to ride. Super nice staff and gentle calm horses.
Response from Host , Jan 2022
Great experience
Enrique_A
, Nov 2021
Very cool experience. We ran late and they were still able to accommodate our party of 5. The tour guide was very friendly, and we all enjoyed ourselves.
Awesome
jose_d
, Nov 2021
1st time horse riding was a blast. The people that were on the tour were friendly Awesome. Awesome. Awesome
My first time riding turned out great!
Renda_H
, Oct 2021
This was my first time riding a horse, so I was a little nervous. Everything turned out well. The guides were friendly, horseback ride was good, and the views were amazing!
My horse, Dora the Explorer
Ed_K
, Oct 2021
It was my first time horse riding but I didn’t have any problems my boyfriend and I decided to go and I’m glad we did, staff was really nice and the trail ride was great, loved the name of my horse, Dora. I wanted to take her home. Dora was always hungry and wanted to run around the parking lot at end with me still onboard. LOL. Great, Friendly staff you won’t regret going.
Great place to ride horses!! Skip the hype of the other local ranches this place is the best.
Angela_D
, Oct 2021
The staff is great! Our guide Makenna was awesome! You can tell from the start that it is a well run establishment. They are attentive to the patrons and their horses.The ride was perfect for a family activity ❤ We would recomend this ranch to anyone who is considering a horseback experience.
Super Time
Kevin_R
, Oct 2021
I had a minor issue with finding the ranch at first but it was cool after that. Several men and women ran the operation and were easy to deal with. I was new to riding a horse but there instruction was real helpful. Alex led our small team along the route. I think she did an excellent job even when the horses acted up a little bit. The only mild criticism was it got difficult to hear all her stories when the horses were spread out. I would go back for sure and be thrilled to ride with Alex.
Amazing experience
Jenifer_Z
, Oct 2021
Best experience ever we did a great amount of excursions on our trip but the one I have to say I enjoyed the most was the horseback riding I am definitely in love with riding horses and I haven’t done it since I was a teenager and this was definitely a great experience to have back and especially in a great amazing place with a great customer service environment I highly recommend for anyone’s next trip to Oahu to visit there ranch and have a very enjoyable ride through the mountains to see you ocean from above on a really amazing creature.
Awesome experience!!
Andrew_M
, Oct 2021
We had such a wonderful time riding horseback, our Wrangler guides were very friendly and professional, we live here, and definitely will be coming
back again, very beautiful scenery on their 1000 acre ranch.
Thanks again
Must go! All recommendations
Nemanja_K
, Oct 2021
Amazing experience. Horses are super trained, lovely creatures. You'll be completely safe , do not be scared at all.
Go and feel it.
Great trail ride experience
Patrizia_K
, Oct 2021
Had a beautiful trail ride on super sweet and well trained horses. Thanks @Hannah and @Roxy for making this ride memorable, and all the kind helpers on the ranch! I definitely recommend and will go again :)
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