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We had a wonderful morning trail ride on our most recent Maui trip. The ranch is really convenient to the Lahaina & Kaanapali area but the minute you get up to the gates, you feel that you're in another world. It's lush and really peaceful at the ranch and on the trails. Our guide Liloa was really fun and interesting - he's a real character and had a lot of fun info about the islands and the ranch. He was especially kind and helpful when my daughter got a bit nauseous toward the end of our ride. There were beautiful views of Lanai and Molokai from the trails and we made great memories here.
Beautiful ranch and the love they put in there horses shows. We had such a beautiful ride through the hills in Napili. Cooper and her husband made us feel so comfortable at the ranch and the horses. Looking forward to going back someday. This place is a gem!
I would give this place a 5 star review because everyone was super nice and helpful. When we were riding the guy in the front would stop when ever someone needed something or needed to stop. Also the lady in the back was also very helpful and friendly, whenever it seemed like someone needed help she would give all of the answers. I love the place -Leila, 9 years old
Had a great time on our ride with Tara and Gigi. They were both wonderful people and guides. It was a little windy that day, and to ensure we had a pleasant ride with the horses under control, they walked the entire ride with us rather than ride on their own horses. They also picked us a pineapple and guava that we saw on our ride. Shared with us a lot of information about the land and the horses. You can tell both ladies care a lot about their horses and the horses are well cared for. Tara also does private riding lessons and would try that next time. Great communication from Tara on the day before our ride. Gave us detailed directions on how to get to the ranch. Route is well marked with signs leading to their ranch. Overall, a pleasant ride and experience with 2 great guides!
Why hike in the mountains of Maui when you could horseback ride? Ironwood Ranch is a lovely place with sweet horses, well maintained trails and dedicated staff. Our guide, Liloa was a wealth of knowledge about the land and history of Hawaii. He took us to a wonderful view of the ocean too. It was a great experience!
We loved our guide Tara! She took pictures of us during the entire ride and text them to us after. The view is beautiful and the horses we gentle. I would ride here again! The ranch has fruit trees. We were able to take a few oranges, lemons and avocados.
We went on the sunset ride for our honeymoon on Saturday evening... I'm really torn with how to rate and write this review... So! Me - I'm not a huge rider, I took riding lessons in college for a few months, but have forgotten nearly everything. My husband is an expert rider and was in the British Household Cavalry for 7 years. As you can see - two totally different levels of riding. Upon arrival, you have to read and sign a contract that will scare the living daylights out of you. Yes, contracts are meant to provide you with all the necessary warnings and to 'scare' you, but this one made me want to hop back in the Jeep and drive away. After that, you receive a little booklet to read about some riding tips and do's and don'ts. We were told that our ride was only going to be 90 minutes instead of the 2 hours due to the rain the day before, but that we would be refunded the extra part of the ride. That was nice. So - for the preparation of the ride - yeah - nothing much to say. Gina called off a few horse names (named after celebrities) and paired the riders up. I rode Mike Meyers and my husband had Brad Pitt. There were 8 of us on the ride, so the group was split - four individuals with Alexis and four individuals with Caitlin. We were with Caitlin's group. The ride starts on the early side - we were on top of the horse at about 4:30. With only an hour and a half ride, that meant that we were already back at the ranch before the sun had set. :-/ Not quite what I thought it was going to be. I thought we were going to see the sunset whilst on horseback. The ride itself was OK - we were the third and fourth people on the ride, so our guide spent 90% of the trip chatting with the first girl who was right behind her. A bit annoying on our part but hey- what can you do. The guide was helpful in that she pointed out things and provided history along the ride. Learned a lot of neat stuff about certain plants, flowers, etc. She also stopped to take our pictures at the pretty part of the ride, so we've got some cute photos of us atop horse. I'm honestly thankful the ride was cut down to 90 minutes. We got a bit bored... :-/ It was pretty much the same thing, over and over. My husband would have preferred to ride faster, obviously, but that wasn't possible, as everyone else was a beginner (myself included, remember!) Yes, you do ride along a small cliff, but I didn't feel frightened or anything... All in all, it was OK. As one other person mentioned - as a complete horse lover - my husband was also appalled at the horses' living conditions. There weren't any mats and things looked a bit barren. Considering the money that we paid ($250/2 people, including taxes), we expected to see them a bit better taken care of.
Really great location. Drive up is dirt but it is groomed well, so not a bad drive for average rental car. Ranch is nice. Very green and lush. You are pretty high up so it's a whole new climate. Very great day! Bring sunnies and sun block. You can not have backpacks or purses on the ride so just bring what's on their list. Horses are really great. They all look well taken care of there. The guides really care for these animals and it shows. Guides were very nice and made sure we were doing good the whole time. We were told positive when we were doing good. If they say something quick and stern it's for your own good. We really had a great time and appreciated everything. Thank you ladies! ***On our way back to the main roads on our drive back. My wife and I spotted a golden retriever that looked hot and out of place. We stopped and gave it water and noticed no collar. We called the ranch and they came down and took the dog with them to take care out it. Real animal loving people! We called several days later to find out they found the owners a few ranches over or something.
We had an absolute amazing time at Ironwood Ranch. They treated us like we were family. I have never ridden a horse before (outside of pony rides as a kid), so I was a bit nervous. The guide put me on Bruno Mars, a very calm and sweet natured horse. He went at a slow steady pace and virtually followed the horses in front of him. The guide checked in with us often to make sure we were doing well and also shared lots of cool facts with us. The views were absolutely stunning! After the ride, we were offered beverages and were able to take some fruit from their trees. I will definitely be coming back here again! Such an amazing time!
My 19 yr old and I had an amazing time today on a private trail ride. If you are interested in a ride while in Maui, I highly recommend Tara and her team. The horses are well kept and loved - and the grounds are beautiful. The stories shared along the ride were informative and entertaining. This was the last activity of our trip and we really enjoyed it. Will definitely plan this again on our next trip to Maui.
1 year ago
We had an amazing experience with Jesse and Bryce as our personal guides. My 10 year old daughter loved it. Great instructions so even if you never wrote a horse you can be assured that it's a good experience. Horses were easy and gentle, and we learned a lot about the land, farming, and much more. Would definitely recommend Ironwood Ranch and we'll likely come back. read more
10 months ago
We had the most amazing experience at Ironwood Ranch Maui! Our children absolutely loved the pony ride and the view at the end of the trail was absolutely beautiful! The staff were so wonderful with our kids and truly made the experience so magical. Core memories were made! I highly recommend! read more
1 year ago
Beautiful ranch with a great trail that has views while riding the most well behaved beautiful horses. Jesse is a super friendly and knowledgeable guide who makes you feel safe while riding. Definitely a must do for any animal lover. We rode Keanu and The Rock and they were incredible. Wish I could give this 100 stars! read more
2 years ago
We had a wonderful morning trail ride on our most recent Maui trip. The ranch is really convenient to the Lahaina & Kaanapali area but the minute you get up to the gates, you feel that you're in another world. It's lush and really peaceful at the ranch and on the trails. Our guide Liloa was really fun and interesting - he's a real character and had a lot of fun info about the islands and the ranch. He was especially kind and helpful when my daughter got a bit nauseous toward the end of our ride. There were beautiful views of Lanai and Molokai from the trails and we made great memories here. read more
3 years ago
Beautiful ranch and the love they put in there horses shows. We had such a beautiful ride through the hills in Napili. Cooper and her husband made us feel so comfortable at the ranch and the horses. Looking forward to going back someday. This place is a gem! read more
2 years ago
I would give this place a 5 star review because everyone was super nice and helpful. When we were riding the guy in the front would stop when ever someone needed something or needed to stop. Also the lady in the back was also very helpful and friendly, whenever it seemed like someone needed help she would give all of the answers. I love the place -Leila, 9 years old read more
2 years ago
Had a great time on our ride with Tara and Gigi. They were both wonderful people and guides. It was a little windy that day, and to ensure we had a pleasant ride with the horses under control, they walked the entire ride with us rather than ride on their own horses. They also picked us a pineapple and guava that we saw on our ride. Shared with us a lot of information about the land and the horses. You can tell both ladies care a lot about their horses and the horses are well cared for. Tara also does private riding lessons and would try that next time. Great communication from Tara on the day before our ride. Gave us detailed directions on how to get to the ranch. Route is well marked with signs leading to their ranch. Overall, a pleasant ride and experience with 2 great guides! read more
3 years ago
Why hike in the mountains of Maui when you could horseback ride? Ironwood Ranch is a lovely place with sweet horses, well maintained trails and dedicated staff. Our guide, Liloa was a wealth of knowledge about the land and history of Hawaii. He took us to a wonderful view of the ocean too. It was a great experience! read more
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We loved our guide Tara! She took pictures of us during the entire ride and text them to us after. The view is beautiful and the horses we gentle. I would ride here again! The ranch has fruit trees. We were able to take a few oranges, lemons and avocados. read more
15 years ago
We went on the sunset ride for our honeymoon on Saturday evening... I'm really torn with how to rate and write this review... So! Me - I'm not a huge rider, I took riding lessons in college for a few months, but have forgotten nearly everything. My husband is an expert rider and was in the British Household Cavalry for 7 years. As you can see - two totally different levels of riding. Upon arrival, you have to read and sign a contract that will scare the living daylights out of you. Yes, contracts are meant to provide you with all the necessary warnings and to 'scare' you, but this one made me want to hop back in the Jeep and drive away. After that, you receive a little booklet to read about some riding tips and do's and don'ts. We were told that our ride was only going to be 90 minutes instead of the 2 hours due to the rain the day before, but that we would be refunded the extra part of the ride. That was nice. So - for the preparation of the ride - yeah - nothing much to say. Gina called off a few horse names (named after celebrities) and paired the riders up. I rode Mike Meyers and my husband had Brad Pitt. There were 8 of us on the ride, so the group was split - four individuals with Alexis and four individuals with Caitlin. We were with Caitlin's group. The ride starts on the early side - we were on top of the horse at about 4:30. With only an hour and a half ride, that meant that we were already back at the ranch before the sun had set. :-/ Not quite what I thought it was going to be. I thought we were going to see the sunset whilst on horseback. The ride itself was OK - we were the third and fourth people on the ride, so our guide spent 90% of the trip chatting with the first girl who was right behind her. A bit annoying on our part but hey- what can you do. The guide was helpful in that she pointed out things and provided history along the ride. Learned a lot of neat stuff about certain plants, flowers, etc. She also stopped to take our pictures at the pretty part of the ride, so we've got some cute photos of us atop horse. I'm honestly thankful the ride was cut down to 90 minutes. We got a bit bored... :-/ It was pretty much the same thing, over and over. My husband would have preferred to ride faster, obviously, but that wasn't possible, as everyone else was a beginner (myself included, remember!) Yes, you do ride along a small cliff, but I didn't feel frightened or anything... All in all, it was OK. As one other person mentioned - as a complete horse lover - my husband was also appalled at the horses' living conditions. There weren't any mats and things looked a bit barren. Considering the money that we paid ($250/2 people, including taxes), we expected to see them a bit better taken care of. read more
Really great location. Drive up is dirt but it is groomed well, so not a bad drive for average rental car. Ranch is nice. Very green and lush. You are pretty high up so it's a whole new climate. Very great day! Bring sunnies and sun block. You can not have backpacks or purses on the ride so just bring what's on their list. Horses are really great. They all look well taken care of there. The guides really care for these animals and it shows. Guides were very nice and made sure we were doing good the whole time. We were told positive when we were doing good. If they say something quick and stern it's for your own good. We really had a great time and appreciated everything. Thank you ladies! ***On our way back to the main roads on our drive back. My wife and I spotted a golden retriever that looked hot and out of place. We stopped and gave it water and noticed no collar. We called the ranch and they came down and took the dog with them to take care out it. Real animal loving people! We called several days later to find out they found the owners a few ranches over or something. read more
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We had an absolute amazing time at Ironwood Ranch. They treated us like we were family. I have never ridden a horse before (outside of pony rides as a kid), so I was a bit nervous. The guide put me on Bruno Mars, a very calm and sweet natured horse. He went at a slow steady pace and virtually followed the horses in front of him. The guide checked in with us often to make sure we were doing well and also shared lots of cool facts with us. The views were absolutely stunning! After the ride, we were offered beverages and were able to take some fruit from their trees. I will definitely be coming back here again! Such an amazing time! read more
3 years ago
4 years ago
My 19 yr old and I had an amazing time today on a private trail ride. If you are interested in a ride while in Maui, I highly recommend Tara and her team. The horses are well kept and loved - and the grounds are beautiful. The stories shared along the ride were informative and entertaining. This was the last activity of our trip and we really enjoyed it. Will definitely plan this again on our next trip to Maui. read more
Took a bit of driving on the old pineapple field road, but once we arrived to the office, it was well worth the little journey. This was the last island for my wife and I to ride and we had a wonderful time. Our guides and Wrangler set our stirrups perfectly so our ride was comfortable and our knees, rear, and legs felt great after our ride. It did rain a bit during the ride, but not enough to interfere with our safety, though the clouds did partially instruct our view of the coast line. So glad we booked ànd I highly recommend Ironwood Stables. read more
9 years ago
We had a really good ride today. Dani and Angel were very knowledgeable and friendly. I was impressed with the horses, they looked great. They were clean and well cared for. I've ridden at locations where you rent a sweaty, muddy, tired horse. I won't ride at places like that. These horses were happy and not trail broken, they were clean and loved our attention. Ironwood is a good operation, we loved it and definitely will be back. You'd be missing out if you didn't ride with them! read more
7 years ago
Gorgeous property with beautiful horses. Everyone was professional, kind, and helpful. A wonderful ride with sweeping ocean views and peaceful scenery. read more
7 years ago
This was such an amazing experience for my family. The ride was beautiful and our guide Tara was incredible. You can tell they love what they do. The horses were so gentle as well. I would recommend this to anyone who comes to Maui and is looking to make some wonderful memories. read more
3 years ago
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My husband and I are visiting Maui for our honeymoon and after reading all the amazing reviews for Ironwood Ranch we decided to check it out. We had such a great time and it was really the highlight of our trip! Dani was our trail guide and she was really pleasant and had a ton of info on the native plants surrounding us and also the local history. Was a really cool experience! Ironwood Ranch is such a beautiful place and all the staff was very welcoming. After our ride we were allowed to greet and pet the other horses in the stable and also walk the grounds and check out all the organic fruit trees. We had such a blast! Dani instructs you on proper positions while riding uphill and downhill as well as general riding alignment while sitting on a horse. This was really important to me because in the past at various other horseback riding tours we've done I have been extremely sore for nearly a week after. But not this time!! We even were allowed to give our horses a treat afterward. How fun! My husband rode Bruno Mars and I rode Carlos Santana. Both horses were mild tempered and overall very easy to ride. They take the time to train their horses here, you can tell! We really enjoyed our experience and highly recommend!!! Mahalo ! read more
10 years ago
This ride was EPIC! Gina was phenomenal! Her knowledge of not only horses but the surrounding plant life made the horse ride fun and educational. From coffee beans growing wild to cinnamon leaves, from wild ginger to passion fruit blossoms, we got to experience nature to the full. I rode Robert Downey Jr., who is a very well behaved quarter/thoroughbred mix. Beautiful and a very good boy. Stunning views, fast flowing waterfalls, and amazing trails made this horseback ride absolutely epic. read more
11 years ago
We had such a nice trail ride with Ironwood Ranch. We scheduled for my birthday, but tropical storms left us rained out. Gina (or maybe Gail, pardon my memory) was super great about re-booking us at a time that worked for us, and when weather looked questionable, moved us to an earlier ride same day. I admitted to them that I was an experienced rider, and Gina hooked me up with her favorite horse, Vigo, who is an absolute doll. The horses are well mannered and well educated. Not only are they safe for beginners, they are well cared for and happy. There was very little ear-pinning and crankiness, except when two horses who dislike each other were in close proximity, which they mostly avoid by keeping everyone in a specific order. Our trail guide was Dani, who was informative, friendly, and kept everyone comfortable with their horses. When we were done we were offered a second ride because they had openings. Gail gave us the hook-up. I rode a different horse the second time around, Kona, who was also wonderful. Gina took us the second time, and the same ride with a different guide was a whole new experience. Dani provided tons of technical knowledge for the beginner, while Gina provided in-depth knowledge of the medicinal values of the local plant life. While Dani gave us an overview of plant life, as well as tons of info on the horses, Gina gave us a nature tour with our ride. We loved them both, each in their own way. Ironwood is highly recommended for the beginner and experienced rider alike. Also excellent value for the money, as these guys are a class act! Ignore the negative reviews, some people don't understand how to be courteous guests, or aren't aware of the risks of sitting their butts on 1200lb animals with a mind of their own, despite the multiple warnings. read more
8 years ago
This was one of the best parts of our Maui trip. It is a must do! I'm not sure what was better: the great staff, the adorable horses, or the majestic views! read more
7 years ago
My niece and I did a morning ride with Tarra (sp?) and had a wonderful time. Her and the two other ladies that got us setup were all extremely friendly and helpful. They put great thought into which horses to ride and the order in which we rode. Maui law doesn't allow riding on the beach BUT we had amazing views of the ocean and the neighboring islands. Tarra also spoke about the plants and the islands as we rode. She was also great in giving directions to a rider when needed and ensuring we all had a safe and enjoyable ride. Bruno was such a sweet horse and we can't wait to go back again! read more
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Came here with our entire family and they were able to accommodate all of us with the group just being us. It was raining off and on and we had to be rescheduled to a later time that day. They kept us informed the entire morning so we could plan our day accordingly. Beautiful scenery, docile horses and friendly staff who guided us thru the trails. Great family time and we had tons of fun! Dont forget to say hi to Romeo... read more
8 years ago
Stunning property, lovely people. Dani was our guide, and after my kids changed their minds about riding at the last minute, she took my husband with the group out in the trail, while I walked with the kids around the property. Kimo was the most kind person, he saw me looking at the plants and gave me an impromptu 'nature tour'. It was the highlight of my day!! Thank you!! This is a beautiful place, with well cared for horses and grounds, an awesome place to visit! read more
10 years ago
Ironwood ranch was an amazing experience. I am a huge horseback riding fan and I have to say this was one of the best experiences I have ever had. The guides made us feel right at home and comfortable. She knew a lot about the land and the plant life. We saw wild orchids, fruit trees, unique pines and more! The horses were well tempered and sweet. The prices were very reasonable and definitely worth it. After the ride we were offered cold drinks and were able to walk around the property and stables! Definitely recommend this beautiful ranch to anyone visiting or who live in Maui! :) read more
10 years ago
Ok so this is the one and only ride I have done on Maui so I have nothing to compare it to but it was really nice. Ranch and the horses were great, horse were well trained and easy to ride good listeners. The owner and guide were good at pointing out different vegetation. The week before it had rained so much some of the trails had to be closed but Gina did a great job at giving us a good ride with a spectacular view. Don't pass up the orange and grapefruit orchard the fruit was AMAZING wish I had taken more!! Enjoy Aloha read more
7 years ago
Our experience at ironwood ranch with both Tara and Dani was exceptional. We decided to go riding while on our vacation, but as someone who works with horses daily, I had some reservations. I didn't want to go somewhere where the horses weren't well cared for or they threw you on a horse with 20 other people and said go. Ironwood ranch FAR exceeded my expectations. Our group included riders and non riders and everyone was treated kindly and felt very safe. We were able to wander around the farm before the ride meeting the horses and asking questions about them. Everyone was asked to review an informational guide about how to ride, then was helped onto their horse and given some basic instruction before heading out. The actual ride was an amazing ride through the rainforest with impressive views of the ocean, lanai, and Molokai. Tara told us about the vegetation and scenery as we rode, and her knowledge was expansive. Afterward, they allowed us to take some citrus from the trees before leaving. You could tell everyone there truly cared about the horses and loved what they do. I could not recommend them enough. read more
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741 Hui Rd A
Lahaina, HI 96761
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What are the ride times for this week As well as prices?
Aloha, our rides are at 8 AM and 10 AM. For reservations and prices please visit our website at www.ironwoodranch.com.
Is Gina still guiding rides? Is there availability for tomorrow?
Aloha we are rained out we have too much heavy rains and muddy conditions to ride a horse today please call the ranch direct to make a reservation for another day 808-669-4991 mahalo
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