West Maui Mountain Waterfall and Ocean Tour via Horseback
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Maui Mountain Activities offers horseback rides that take you up into the West Maui Mountains to view waterfalls (seasonal) in the valley from a distance, then down to the coastline to ride alongside the Pacific Ocean. Experience the tranquility of Maui's native rainforests and the beauty of its waters. There is a run spot where you can run your horse, if you want (weather permitting), and your guides will take photos of you with your camera along the way. Tour through the petting zoo and experience up close the many animals, which may include mini horses, geese, rabbits, guinea pigs, pigs, and sheep. This is a 2 hour tour. Soft drinks are provided and complimentary.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age of 7yrs
Weight limit of 215lbs (97.72kg) Strictly Enforced
ACCURATE body weights are mandatory. If you exceed the body weight given to us by 10 pounds, we will try to see if there is a horse that can accommodate you. If we do not have a horse to accommodate you, you will be unable to ride and will not be refunded.
Long pants, closed toe shoes, sunscreen and camera are recommended
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Maui
You will enjoy a 2-hour ride on horseback up to the top of the mountain overlooking the island and looking into the valley at the waterfalls (seasonal). Then ride down the mountain to the ocean and ride along the ocean side (not a white sand beach) where the land and water meet. Enjoy an area in which you can trot or canter if you choose.
What‘s Included
Saddle bags and helmets are provided
All activities will be guided
Refreshments (soda, juice, water) will be available and complimentary.
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West Maui Mountain Waterfall and Ocean Tour via Horseback
Reviews
854 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Guides Rock—Yet I Was Bruised, but Not Broken
advisorhee,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Let me start by giving 5 stars to the three guides who led our tour—Jesse, Indy, and Jarvis. They brought the overall average up. The experience itself started poorly as the wrong meeting address is provided in the details posted on TripAdvisor, as well as in the confirmation of booking. The address is a private residence with no trespassing signs clearly posted. Seeing no other signage at that address, we pulled into the small yard and the meeting time came and went, and no one came to meet us. I called the contact number and was informed that I was at the wrong place. The meeting place was 500 yards up the road at a pull off spot with a yellow banner. As we pulled out, the owner of the property stood on his porch filming us with his phone. Through our window, we expressed our apologies and he told us that he has been complaining about this error for quite some time and neither the business or TripAdvisor has done anything to correct it. The fact that we were exposed to legal risk by trespassing did not put me in a positive frame of mind. If you book this tour, confirm the address. Once we met at the right spot, we were led up the mountain to the ranch. The “road” to the ranch is not paved; had I known we were off-roading, I would not have rented a convertible. If you book this tour, rent an SUV. The ride and the views were spectacular. Because of the wet weather, we weren’t taken by any waterfalls for safety reasons. Perfectly acceptable, but why not let your guests know the night before that the name of the tour does not fully apply on this occasion. If you book this tour, confirm waterfalls if that’s important to you. Finally, when you mount your horse, confirm with the handlers that your saddle is fully cinched. I say this because on the ascent back from the ocean bluff to the ranch, my saddle started to slide to the left with me in it. Gravity did the rest as I slowly rotated from head pointed at 12 to head pointed at 9. At this juncture, I had to let go and fell about 3 feet onto my left shoulder and scapula. These are smart living beings and if you had to haul a stranger on your back with a corset on, you might expand your belly while being strapped to give yourself some breathing room. My guides rallied to my side to make sure I wasn’t hurt. As a doctor, I was fully aware that nothing was broken, but I also knew that I would feel it later. I was sore and stiff for the next 36 hours, but it didn’t keep me from playing tag with the surf or getting a new tattoo on my last day on the island. In short, we got great pictures and enjoyed the ride. It’s worth the adventure, but lacked attention to detail, thoughtful communication, and waterfalls. It will also be a memory as my last time on a horse tour.
Awesome ride!!!
teresakJ2226VA,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Indie and Jessie are fabulous guides. The ride was very scenic up the mountain and down to near the ocean. Horses were well behaved and well taken care of. We had 2 opportunities to canter at the end. Very fun!!1
Loved the staff. 10 out...
Judy U,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Loved the staff. 10 out of 10 recommend.love that all the animals on the ranch was well taken care of. Trail was amazing and cowboy was an amazing horse!
Best Maui experience( besides Whales)!
mary c,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great ride, great tour guides. Got a run in. Most of the people in our group were great. I got some great photos and overall enjoyed the ride! The ‘wranglers/ride leaders’ were very kind to this solo retired woman who had a fabulous time! If I could give this group more stars I would! And single women travelers- this is perfect!
Amazing Experience! 10/10
Jack S,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00My wife and I had an amazing time horseback riding through the beautiful mountains of Hawaii together while on our honeymoon. The views were absolutely incredible and the staff and horses were great as well. We would recommend this excursion to anyone!
Riding the ATV’s was a...
Kevin S,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Riding the ATV’s was a fun way to enjoy views. Our tour guides did a fantastic job explaining the environment and culture that we were immersed in while on the tour. We had a fantastic time!
Very well run business....
Darlene J,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very well run business. Animals well cared for! Experienced staff. Nice trails with beautiful scenery and ocean views.
horseback heaven
M2508FNlauraw,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an amazing experience. Loved the trail and views.
Great ride, beautiful scenery!
Michelle K,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Great experience! Only thing is we wish we would’ve been told the atv tour was less than half the time of the horseback ride. My husband opted for the atv tour and had to wait nearly 2 hours for us to return. Staff was very knowledgeable and friendly.
Sierra and Jessie made...
Becki M,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Sierra and Jessie made the experience fun and enjoyable! Would recommend for seeing both the mountains and the ocean views.
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