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Waipio Horseback Ranch Tour: Explore a Mountain to Ocean Working Cattle Ranch
4.8
188 Ratings
Honokaa
Experience the beauty of Waipio On Horseback Ranch, a working cattle ranch with stunning ocean views. Ride through coconut orchards, banana groves, and fishponds, and encounter native animals and exotic fruits. Learn about Hawaiian culture and customs on this guided tour.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Honokaa - Guided horse tour of a traditional Hawaiian Ahupa’a. The tour begins at WOH Ranch, a working livestock ranch and farm operation sharing exclusive views of enchanting Hamakua. This scenic opportunity allows travel through a traditional land division (Ahupua’a) that stretches from the mountain to the ocean and is home to native flora and fauna. Surrounding gardens radiate fertility as you drive alongside fishponds full of Hamakua sunfish on your tour. Dwarf coconuts, breadfruit trees, kukui nut, sugar cane, taro, sweet potato and multiple varieties of heirloom bananas are just some of the plants you will see before riding alongside the historic Hamakua ditch. Our WOH Ranch Tour is ocean-bound; taste salt on the wind and hear waves pound against the sheer cliffs while we cruise under a canopy of ironwood trees near remnants of old Hawaiian settlements. At the ocean, we kick back and relax for a short break to appreciate the stunning Hamakua coastline. On a clear day you can see Maui!
What's Included
- Snacks
Additional Information
Experience a guided horseback tour on the Waipio Ranch, the island’s last remaining Ahupa’a. This 500-acre working cattle ranch stretches from mountains to the sea, boasting beautiful ocean vistas. Our journey takes us through extensive coconut plantations, banana groves, and fish ponds. We follow the historic Hamakua ditch and ascend into pastures adorned with purple flowers, guava trees, and ironwoods. Encounter young lambs, horses, and calves. Spot local wildlife such as wild boar, Hawaiian Ducks, donkeys, and more. Discover exotic fruits like Kuini, Abiu, Salak, Mardrono, Pitomba, Talisia, and Durio, even sampling those grown onsite. Marvel at the breathtaking views and landscapes, ranging from abundant gardens to vast grasslands, ocean vistas, and tree tunnels. Discover Hawaiian traditions and customs as our knowledgeable guides delve into the history of this Ahupa’a, a significant Hawaiian land subdivision with socioeconomic, geological, and climatic implications. It stretches from the mountains to the sea across multiple water sheds, providing wood for construction and food sources like fish and taro.
- Weight limit of 200LBS
Location
48-5158 Honokaa-Waipio Rd
Honokaa-Waipio Road
From Hilo: travel north on HWY 19
turn right on Mamane st., Honoka’a
turn left at WOH Ranch sign, mile marker 7.5
From Kona: travel north on HWY 19
turn left at Honoka’a town sign
turn left on Mamane st.
turn left at WOH Ranch sign mile marker 7.5
We are next to the Waipio Fruit Shack
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(188 Ratings)
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Donald_f
May 14, 2024
A little slice of paradise! - Wow, a tropical paradise to behold! Total serenity. I had never before seen this rare combination of rolling hills and meadows in front of the gorgeous backdrop of the Pacific ocean. Our guides Micah and Moses did a great job helping a newby horse rider like me feel confident and at ease. What a great experience! Highly recommended.
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Justin_w
May 13, 2024
Fun horses, smooth ride, and amazing views! - This was a great experience and the guides, Kiana and Teresa, were wonderful and kept things fun! I would strongly recommend this to everyone!
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Andrew_e
May 9, 2024
Ride with ocean views and breeze - Great guides and scenery. You’ll learn a lot about the land and about all the things they grow on the farm. The horses were calm and easy and seemed to be well cared for.
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Dklausen1
May 5, 2024
Wonderful horses! Great guides! Beautiful location! - As horse owners and 6 riders from novice to experienced this ride was perfection. First and foremost the horses were healthy, strong yet calm trail horses and were clearly well cared for, second the views from this expansive ranch was beautiful. Tess and Kiana were super friendly and great guides- so knowledgeable about the flora and fauna. At the end the girls cut up some of the fruits from their orchards... white pineapple... the best! Then we all had to play with their very sweet cats. A perfect morning! Stop at their fruit stand to stock up on fruits!!! We will be back🥰
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Edward_n
Apr 28, 2024
Horseback riding experience - Great ride on a working farm. Saw wild horses running free and we rode up and down the hillside trails
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Tracy_a
Mar 31, 2024
So much fun! - Really lovely horseback ride around a farm with so many different fruit trees, cows, horses, and other delights! A great break from another day of sitting on the beach. The whole family really enjoyed it.
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Samantha
Mar 28, 2024
Really great ride!! - We had the best ride with Micah! He was engaging and fun. The horses were obviously well cared for and loved. The ride was really fun- awesome trail route through the farm and ranch. Got to see many cool plants and fruits. LOVED IT! We’ll definitely be back.
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Angelina_p
Mar 3, 2024
Best part of my trip! - The ride at Waipi’o on horseback was the best part of my trip. Our guides, Tess and Micah were great! There were 7 people on our ride. Tess was our front guide and very knowledgeable about the beautiful 600 acre ranch. The horses were well mannered. We had a chance to trot and canter if we desired. If I ever return to Kona, I will definately be doing another ride here.
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Gregoryb900
Mar 2, 2024
Hawai’i Horseback Riding - It was a great morning. The guides were very knowledgeable and attentive. It’s a long ride especially if you’re not used to being on a horse. With that being said it was well worth it for the views.
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9499
Feb 14, 2024
Best Horseback Ride - My wife an dI have been coming to the Big Island each year in Febraury since 2008. A "must do" on our list is a horseback excursion and we've done them all. While we have done the Waipio Valley version of this excursion in the past, this was out first time doinog the mountain ride across the ranch - it was by far the best one we've expereince yet. If you want to ride, this will not disappoint.
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