The World’s 4 Best Oahu Horseback Riding Tours

1.Horseback Ride Like an Authentic Paniolo in Kahuku

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 208 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $155Our pick

At Gunstock Ranch in Kahuku, you’ll spend 90 minutes riding at a walking pace through open pasture and shaded forest toward broad North Shore views. Guides such as Sydney, Lon, Summer, and Reagan offer riding tips and stories about the ranch and Hawaiian paniolo life. The small group, calm horses, and gentle pace suit first-time riders and families.

“A nice gentle ride to some nice views with some lovely people. We will definitely go back when we visit again, but would probably ask for the more intermediate riding experience. I believe our guides names were Cooper and Connor. Overall, it was a great time.”

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2.1 Hour Scenic Horseback Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 200 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $134Best value

At Gunstock Ranch on Oahu’s North Shore, you’ll follow a wrangler through pastures and wooded trails on a calm horse, with ocean views and a look at the Hidden Cave seen on Hawaii 5-0. The one-hour ride is walking only, so beginners can relax. Helmets, parking, and an English-speaking guide are included.

“That I did it with my daughter in Hawaii, our very first time on the island and it was special. We had a great time. I recommend it highly.”

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3.Kualoa Ranch – Horseback Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 145 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $173

You’ll ride at a slow, steady walk through Kualoa Ranch with a local guide, passing forest trails, World War II bunkers, and the Ka’a’awa Valley, known from Jurassic Park and Pearl Harbor. Guides such as Iris, Jake, Clancy, and Belinda add history and riding help. No riding experience is required, but you must be at least 10 years old, 4.6 feet tall, and under 230 pounds.

“Bring your cameras and enjoy the ride and the views! Saddlebags provided to hring your water and phones”

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4.Oahu Sunset Horseback Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 141 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $160

Ride through Gunstock Ranch on Oahu’s North Shore for about 90 minutes, led by wranglers such as Raegan, Cooper, Summer, or Mateo. Expect calm horses, ranch trails, ocean glimpses, and a scenic lookout timed for sunset. No riding experience is needed, but long pants, covered shoes, and a 235-pound weight limit apply.

“This is a long ride from wikiki so make sure you leave 3 hours in advance. We were late but the facility worked with us so we were able to change our time slot. The animals are all calm and easy to ride.”

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