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    Paniolo Adventures

    4.6 (187 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Dakota M.

    This place was by far the best horseback ride "tour" I've been on. Great guides, great horses, felt personalized and authentic. They have boots, clean socks, jackets and hats which was a huge bonus! Such a beautiful ride. Highly recommend and I'll be back!

    My wife, Anna, son, John, and I went on a 3 hour ride this afternoon -- from 1pm - 4pm. Azia and Alya were our guides. The ranch scenery is off the charts beautiful. The horses were trustworthy and well trained. The guides were the best. They were very attentive to the needs of riders, very conversational, and highly experienced. My son and wife really enjoyed talking with Azia and Alya. My son wished he could have kept talking with them! Anyway, the entire experience was an exceptional experience. Thank you Paniolo!

    Riding the movie star horse, "Loyal"!

    My family and I had an amazing time riding with our guides, Z and Azia! Kohala is a beautiful place to be on horseback. Only great things to say about the guides, horses, and location. An absolute must for everyone!

    Horseback riding through green pastures.
    Jeff B.

    We had an incredible ride with Aiyana. The scenery was incredible and our horses were amazing. Special shout out to Walker (my horse) for being such a good boy.

    Tehani H.

    Such an incredible experience, really kind and knowledgeable guides! They have a really beautiful property, highly recommend!!

    What a veiw!!
    Heather J.

    I had an absolute BLAST on this ride!! The guides do a great job of matching ability and skill level with the appropriate horse so you have the best experience. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned paniolo, you will have a wonderful time. The views are pretty incredible too!

    Sunset is magical. Cleanest air in the world!!
    Margo V.

    this is a must see place over 11,000 acres of open cattle ranching land that goes from the top of the mountain all the way to the Pacific Ocean. Just to see the lush grass, the beautiful horses and open to rain fills your soul with purity. The guides and the horses are very well-behaved and well cared for. The office treats you with boots, cowboy hats, helmets, and big Aussie duster coats. I have traveled the world and ridden horses and many countries. A lifetime experience.

    We had a fabulous ride! I am an experienced, but rusty, rider. My husband is less experienced. Paniolo Adventures provided us both with just the right horses. The guides explained how to safely mount, how to rein to turn and stop horses. They checked in frequently on our 2+ hour ride. More experienced riders were allowed to trot and canter in safe areas. The views were magnificent. The horses were all well groomed and well fed. I would ride with them again in a heartbeat. Oh--they also provide helmets, boots and even socks, if you didn't bring these with you to Hawaii, because who does that?!

    Denver was an amazing horse! (& our guide Ann Marie in the background!)

    This was a dreamy, unbelievable experience. Being able to explore a gorgeous 11,000 acre ranch that overlooks the ocean at sunset was truly so special. The ranch is picturesque in a way that can't be adequately described unless you see it for yourself. The horses were so well trained (and not the kind that just walk in a straight line) and our guides, Z and Ann Marie were great. They provide boots (& socks!) for you to wear, & a long heavy coat if it gets cold. This is something that we'll come back to experience every time we visit the island. Highly HIGHLY recommend. Next time we want to do a longer ride, 1.5 hours didn't feel long enough!

    Disappear in Hawaiian Skies
    kyra r.

    With panoramic views only witnessed on Horseback, this is not your typical trailride! The subtle differences separate the typical trail-riding with learning to be a Paniolo- Open Range is definitely where it's at! This is NOT a nose to tail lallygagging excursion; One will be awestruck riding alongside many heads of Hawaiian cattle- upon 1000's of lush acres with natural scenery that always satisfies. A must-do for folks truly wanting to experience Big Island culture and history- go back in time with experienced guides aimed to enrich your adventure-telling stories back home A LO HA!

    Lindsey P.

    I had so much fun! The wranglers were amazing, the views were breathtaking and they provide everything you need. Can't wait to come back.

    Renegade
    Thomas D.

    My fiancée and I had an absolute blast on our Sunset ride. They thoughtfully have everything you need--socks, boosts, dusters, hats, helmets, and jackets for the cool mountain air. As others have mentioned, the views are absolutely breathtaking. We got lucky and saw both the sun setting and the full moon rising at the same time. It was ethereal. We were also able to see Maui in the distance as well as one of the observatories on Mauna Kea. Our horses, Renegade and Hoshi, were fantastic, as were our guides, Margot and Pete. Genuinely amazing experience.

    Janice B.

    How can you pass up the experience to see the beautiful scenery and get an experience of a lifetime?! My nieces, sister, and I were truly blessed to have an opportunity to go on the afternoon stroll ride which was about 2 1/2 hours. It was the first time for my nieces. They were nervous at first but with the help of our guides Grace F and Sydney W, we were all put at ease. It's nice that they provide the option to borrow jackets and boots. It does get a lil breezy on the hills and the boots are good if you don't want to get your shoes dirty. But, if you end up wearing your own shoes, it doesn't get that dirty. Just have to make sure to watch where you're stepping. They also give the option if you want to wear a helmet or not. The time flew by because we were all having fun. We were a lil sore on the legs when we got off afterward. It's best to stretch a lil before and after you ride.

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    Amazing experience with super friendly staff. Beautiful views and horses. Would 100% recommend.

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    was visiting Hawaii with my fiancee and his family. His family has been to Waipio Valley a few…read moretimes, while this was my first time, and we are all in agreement that this tour was absolutely perfect. We wouldn't change a thing about it! To start the day we were met by Makano, a local who lives in the valley, who drove us down the steep winding road to the bottom of the valley. The car ride was incredibly educational and Makano made sure to point out all of the beautiful views the canyon had to offer and make sure we could stop and take lots of pictures. Once we were on the family farm we learned all about taro and how its grown. Makano was very knowledgable and shared all of his experiences with us. We got to walk into the Lopi where the taro is grown, got to pick some ourselves and even tasted some freshly made poi.  After the taro farm we headed deeper into the property to try some more of the islands fresh fruits and berries. To end the day we walked to an entirely secluded waterfall, and yes we were able to walk right in!  This tour is perfect for all ages. It's great that it really doesnt have a "touristy" feel. Makano and his family do a great job of showing you just how a Hawaiian lives (or used to live back in the day) the tour is very personal because of the small group aspect. I would definitely recommend this for anyone who wants to actually go down into the valley and experience all of the beauty the island has to offer!

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    3.2(21 reviews)
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    Sunset, Food, Relaxing! Way up north of Kona in the rolling green hills of Waimea/Kohala, there is…read morea hidden gem, the Evening at the Ranch. This is a true Hawaiian experience most people don't know about. Hawaii, especially Big Island, is known for a rich ranching background. A working ranch by day and every Wednesday night, they turn it into a BBQ Dinner experience. It kind of reminds me a bit like a Luau, but country style. Rolling green hills and pasture lands. Open bar, all you can eat feast and those slabs of macadamia nut pie are delightful! A great activity for all ages. Very relaxing and low key. If you have done a Luau then try this next.

    Attended a lunch thru dinner (corporate) event for 150 at the ranch. They did an excellent job for…read morethe 7+ hour event. ATV, horseback, Pinzgauer (jeep) and helicopter rides. This pilot liked the (Paradise Helicopters) operation; good equip, plenty of safety staff, flown by former Marine Corp aviators. Pinzgauer drivers were exceptionally knowledgeable about plants, birds, geology and Pacific island history. Other entertainment included roping, saddle making and branding demos. Lunch buffet was salad, BBQ pork ribs, BBQ chicken, corn, mashed potatoes, rolls, pie, soft drinks and water. After returning from our events, appetizers included shrimp, sushi, sashimi, fruit, Italian meat roll-ups, beer, wine and water. John (Ranch owner/manager) had a good patter about Ranch ops and history. Staff was knowledgeable, attentive, helpful and focused on fun (with appropriate safety) ops. Band was good. They have a wide ranging repertoire. A bit too loud, as it was difficult to chat with co-workers and spouses that we only see once per year.

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