You'll Be Transported To The Wild, Wild West On This Epic Hawaii Tour

The Hawaiian Islands are well-known for incredible beaches, coastal towns, and ocean views, but that’s not all the Aloha State has to offer. Hawaii is also home to remarkable ranchlands, and plenty of paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy) history. In fact, one of the largest ranches in the country is nestled on Hawaii Island’s northern tip, and while Parker Ranch is impressive, there’s another ranch nestled on the slopes of Maui’s Mount Haleakala that is one of our all-time favorite destinations. And on this gorgeous ranch, you will discover an epic horseback riding tour that will transport you to the wild, wild west without ever leaving Hawaii.

Nestled in upcountry Maui more than 2,000 feet above sea level is one of Maui’s premier horseback riding destinations: Piiholo Ranch. This historic, working cattle ranch has been a family-owned and operated venture for more than a century, and a visit will take you on an unforgettable adventure back in time.

During your visit to Piiholo Ranch, you will not only participate in the legacy created by seven generations of the island’s preeminent ranching family but become a part of this working cattle ranch.

Piiholo Ranch offers three unique tours, which vary in length from two to three hours and feature a different focus: enjoy a three-hour private ride that includes an unforgettable picnic lunch at the private family cabin or embrace your inner paniolo as you take part in rounding up the cattle for driving and sorting.

Bear witness to the native plants and indigenous Hawaiian trees that line the property, and catch sight of the colorful, endemic forest birds as you wind your way through the forest…

...and across golden fields that will transport you to another place without ever leaving Maui.

Emerald green mountain slopes make way for expansive, panoramic views of the sparkling blue Pacific Ocean, and from the moment you arrive until the last moments of your tour, Piiholo Ranch will absolutely take your breath away.

While you will find countless activity companies on the island of Maui, only at Piiholo Ranch will you partake in a traditional Hawaiian paniolo cowboy adventure. Saddle up and get ready: this is one experience you won’t want to miss.

Pi’iholo Ranch is located at 325 Waiahiwi Rd., Makawao, HI 96768, and is open Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. They are closed on Sundays. For more information, or to book your horseback riding tour, visit their website or follow them on Facebook.

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You'll Be Transported To The Wild, Wild West On This Epic Hawaii Tour

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