Hawaii Horseback Riding is an Unforgettable Thrill

See Hawaii by Horse? Yes!!

Few places on earth rival exotic tropical beauty of Hawaii, and a leisurely horseback ride along a panoramic trail is a truly wonderful way to experience it. Amidst the tranquility you'll hear the steady beat of your horse's hooves and the twitter of birds. You’ll be able to smell the fresh island air and see many spectacular sights that are missed by island visitors who travel by car or bus. And though it may not offer the adrenaline rush of a helicopter tour, or the thrill of a downhill bike ride, a Hawaii horseback ride is an unforgettable adventure.

There are Hawaii horseback rides for beginners and experienced equestrians alike, and you can take a short one-hour jaunt, an all-day excursion or just about anything in-between. So saddle up and play paniolo (that's Hawaiian for "cowboy") on any one of these XX great equestrian offerings.

If you're vacationing on Oahu, a spectacular Hawaii horseback ride is at the Kualoa Ranch, which offers sweeping views of the beautiful Pacific Ocean as well as lush green mountains and rustic ranch land. This 150-year old property is rich with Hawaiian history, and has been the backdrop of many Hollywood films, such as Jurassic Park, Wind Talkers and Mighty Joe Young. Your horseback ride traverses through forested land where you can see remnants of the Hawaiians who first inhabited the area. A 1-hour ride takes you on a journey along the Ko'olau Mountain Range with views of Kaneohe Bay, an ancient Hawaiian fishpond and Chinaman's Hat Island. Or choose the 2-hour ride which offers a longer expedition into scenic Ka'a'awa Valley with the Ko'olau mountains as a dramatic backdrop.