Another great ride at CJM! We always have a blast. Robert's a terrific guide with tons of local knowledge and some really corny jokes. Thank you guys! read more

Great horseback ride Divided us into small groups so very pleasant Horses in great shape; beautiful and spunky and not to old Stables was first class, clean and organized Tanya our guide was terrific Ride path was so Hawaiian with beaches , etc; beautiful Thanks and Mahalo read more

We had such an awesome ride with Marti! We had a wide range of riding abilities in our group, and everyone was accommodated perfectly. We got some gorgeous photos and videos of stunning beaches we wouldn't have been able to see otherwise! The horses are all phenomenal, so well-trained, and everyone working there is a pure professional. Marti's sense of humor was so refreshing, and she was super knowledgable about the region. What an incredible way to experience the beauty and wonder of Kauai! read more

Relaxed, safe, informative, And beautiful views. And an amazing experience for people who have never ridden before. Kathie was an awesome guide! read more

Today my girlfriend sister and i have all gone together on the horse riding experience. Our guide was Robert and he was a very fun and outgoing guide. He made sure we were all engaged and got the information he was sharing with us. He made us all laugh all the time and it was extremely worth it. I did not eat lunch because i got told there was a veggie sandwich and there was only meat and i an a vegetarian. other than lunch the views were amazing the guide was fun and interactive and i am so thankful for the ability to experience that trip. read more

We are both horse lovers and were happy to see that the horses were all very well cared for and we'll trained. The dogs on the ranch were fun and one travelled alongside us as we rode. Beautiful beaches and shady pathways were some of the highlights of the trail. The guide- Marti- was excellent and took great photos of us. Highly recommend! read more

We had so much fun on our guided horseback ride. I'm always nervous since I don't have a lot of experience, but my horse Conner was awesome! Our guides dog Clara came along and she was hysterical and very entertaining to watch! I would definitely recommend this adventure to anyone with any horseback riding experience read more

One of the BEST things we did in Kauai. Guide was fantastic..informative and made everyone feel very comfortable. He kept going up and down our line of riders checking on us and making sure we knew how to navigate the paths, and were controlling our horses. The horses are well trained. The scenery was totally amazing, and our guide was wonderful sharing information about each area worth noting. We rode through sand bars, up and down great paths, beautiful mountains, and greenery...there were so many outlooks worth experiencing. Totally recommend the excursion to anyone wanting a gorgeous day outside enjoying a gazillion views on horseback. read more

This review is overdue, we enjoyed our ride in December '14 but obviously, it was very memorable and I want to give a shout! We scheduled a ride on our second to last day on the island and I'm so happy we did! My guy saw a sign advertising the opportunity while jogging through the neighborhood we were staying in. Everyone working there was incredibly friendly and easy but also safe. The trail ride was beautiful, we traveled through an array of beautiful and private property and there were plenty of great photo opportunities. Our guide was kind enough to take photos and even suggested them while keeping everything on schedule smoothly. The horses were all great, they asked everyone about their experience and assigned accordingly. I truly recommend checking them out, it's a great investment for a unique memory while visiting! read more

CJM Stables - Horseback Riding Near Me

Loved our two hour horse riding at CJM stables... we are a family of four with 2 kids - 8 and 12 years old We loved our guide Rachel and she shared some interesting stories of the area as we went through the ride ... she also was patient with the kids and helped them handle their horses well...You can tell she really loves being with the horses I would definitely recommend this to anyone... loved the view of the mountains and the ocean... we got to see the secret beach and other beaches too read more

We had a great experience. They were very nice and informative about rules, safety and history along the ride. We enjoyed the petting zoo before and after our ride. It was a nice hot day and the horses were very pleasant. Marty and Cheyenne were nice and friendly and very helpful in making our experience a good one. I highly recommend CJM Stables. read more

I am an experienced rider who took 3 teenagers on their first ride. The staff was great and the ride was fantastic. The horses were appropriate for the riders and we didn't have any issues. read more

We had an amazing ride with Danielle and Tyrell! We will definitely be back! Scooter and Kody were the best!

Rode with Seth today. The ride is beautiful and Seth was very knowledgeable. He helped us quickly get comfortable with our horses, took lots of pics and was enjoyable. We all had a great time riding and would absolutely do this again! I would recommend this to anyone on be south side of Kauai go here. I was grateful to be on horse as it's uphill! the only thing I wish was it was longer. I would totally like to do a half day trip but that's not an option. Great job! read more

I've done some researches for horseback riding in Kauai to find the best trail. We were staying in Princeville on north side but we drove an hour to South shore to Koloa to do horseback riding at CJM instead of closer ones on north side from hour rental house because of the trail and nice view. It was raining really bad in the morning when we arrived so we switched to afternoon ride and we were very glad that we switched since the weather was so much nicer in the afternoon. The views were absolutely amazing pretty much the whole time. You will get to see really nice ocean, cliff, big green field, mountain views. My parents in late 50's rode horses for the first time. In the beginning, they were a bit afraid since it was their first time and don't speak English but after 10-15 min they were relaxed and had really great time for 2 hrs. The horses are very calm and mellow so no need to worry for the first timers. I translated for my parents in the beginning when they were learning some command words or how to pull horses and stop. If you are here already, before or after horse back riding, I would check out Maha'ulepu Heritage Trail. Very very nice view and fun walk. Must-to do if you are on South shore which you can start from CJM parking lot, Hyatt or Maha'ulepu cave parking lot. We got to see different views from horseback riding as the horse trail and walking trails are separated. We just walked from Maha'ulepu cave parking lot which is about 5 min away from CJM and just walked around for 15-20 min. Not crowded at all, only a few ppl we saw on the trail. For eating and shopping near by, we really liked Poipu shopping village. read more

Easily the most memorable adventure on Kauai, a pleasant surprise! My wife wanted to introduce me to horseback riding as I have never been. What better place than the beautiful garden isle. I was reluctant at first and she tells me for sure these horses are more trained than those we would find on the mainland, and she was right. She has never been to CJM however she was confident it would be a delightful first time experience. Little did we know that it would be a very spectacular one, for the both of us! We booked a 2 hour tour based on the recommendation of our concierge. For me it was the perfect amount as my bum was getting sore 1 hour in. It is recommended that you wear long pants, and I was put off at first but the cool morning air didn't make it too hot and I was glad I obliged. I quickly forgot the pain (which really wasn't too bad) as you take in the sights. The trails they take you are truly picturesque from beach side to the sprawling meadows of the south side of the island, some areas where you can only access through hikes or by horseback. We were told by the same concierge that you cannot ride horses on the beach in Hawaii but there we were riding on the sand! The two tour guides were humorous and informative along the way, stopping at various places to highlight the landscape, scenery, and views which changed so much I was in awe of it at every turn. They were also very patient as the horses tend to become distracted and eat the grass along the route. A quick and firm tug on the reigns gets the horse back in line, and all of them cooperated nicely and followed each other with ease. When my horse fell behind I was able to trot along to catch up which made me feel confident in the animal's responsiveness to a newbie like me. This is a testament to the stable's training! Midway through we stopped in an area shaded by the trees above and received a quick drink supplied by the guides, and to my wife's delight it was POG juice (Passion Orange Guava) which is her favorite juice of all time. Adding that was the icing on an already lovely cake to begin with. As the ride concluded I quickly thanked my wife for convincing me to take this adventure. It was all a wonderful experience, from the attentive staff, breathtaking views, varied scenery, and well trained horses. What a great way for a first timer to see the beautiful island from a different point of view! Do not hesitate to book this tour, you will not regret it (unless you have a sensitive bum)! read more

Took morning trail ride with family which didn't have any experience with horses. Horses were nice but were moving slow. I was a bit surprised our leader, Robert, wasn't more attentive to the people in the rear since they were going slow. Ride was a bit boring due to that. Aside from that, it was beautiful ride with nice horses. read more

Beautiful ride with considerate polite experienced guides - horses were obviously well cared for - well worthwhile!!

We've ridden with CJM twice now. Both times were top notch. Scenery spectacular, staff terrific and friendly and horses well cared for. Of the three on Kauai highly recommend this one for the best experience all the way around. read more

CJM Stables - Horseback Riding Near Me

Such a nice ride! The scenery is unbeatable, the guides are friendly and helpful. They will match you to a ride and a horse that line up with your experience and ability. Helmets and loaner boots are available. Marti was our guide. She was very fun and told us about the history of the area, the geography & plant life, and some of what the locals are currently working to accomplish. She helped us take photos and provided a refreshing beverage. The dog, Claire, is fun to have along on the ride. She doesn't bother the horses and keeps a lookout for cows. read more

This was a fantastic way to take in sites. Very friendly, knowledgeable staff with a sense of humor. Suited well for beginners and those with some experience. Most of trail was at a walking pace. Occasional trots if you prodded your horse. Inexperienced people had a little trouble keeping their horses from eating and staying on task but overall they were well behaved and stayed in line. No worries that the horse was going to take off in the opposite direction. I highly recommend it as an active way to see the ocean and inland rather than riding a bus! Our guide was Adam and we really enjoyed his direction and narrative as it wasn't too overbearing or boring. read more

Had an amazing experience with the stables. Owners were so sweet and our guide Robert was awesome! I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting the island. We did the private beach tour which was beautiful. Side note: tip cash in person to your guide, they deserve it. read more

One of the best things to do on Kauai. Horses are beautiful, well trained, and very well taken care of. As a first time rider the guides made the experience easy and so enjoyable. Views are spectacular. Highly recommend! read more

Great ride! Our whole family went - myself, husband, two college age kids. From essential beginners (husband and son) to timid daughter to me (own a horse), we were all matched well to horses. The ride was beautiful, our guide super knowledgeable, the horses easy to manage. I especially appreciated that the horses looked extremely clean and healthy and happy. No bugs even. Our guide handled a few issues with ease. At one point, some huge truck rumbled in the distance, a horse got riled up, which riled up the others. She took the slightly freaked out horse in hand and led him for a bit, never getting off her own horse. He calmed right down. She also took some very nice photos! Truly a great ride. I'd love to do it again when we come back to Kauai. read more

CJM Stables - Horseback Riding Near Me

Highly recommend CJM. We did the private ride and it was well worth it. Marti led us on a tour and she couldn't have been better. We saw amazing views and found out tid bits about the land. The horses were very well behaved and easy to ride. Can't wait to come back. read more

What a great afternoon my daughter and I had on our horseback adventure. The check in guide, Jim is entertaining and gets you laughing. Helps calm the nerves when you are nervous to get on a horse! Our guide , Robert was informative and shared a lot of Hawaiian history. He took us on some really beautiful trails. One part of the ride was near the beach and the other part was inland. He took pictures of everyone on their horses with his phone and shared them afterwards. I have great souvenir pictures of my daughter and I on our horses together!! My horse, Elvis was prefect for me being a beginner. My daughter got a more advanced riding horse, his name wasMustang. Bring water and sunscreen!! It was a hot ride but fun!! Poipu, Hawaii, United States read more

This was such a great family adventure horseback riding with beautiful of the beach and countryside! Marti our guide was amazing and very knowledgeable about the history of the area and of the vegetation along the ride. Best horseback riding on Kauai! We definitely recommend these stables and will be going back!! read more

All around wonderful experience! I highly recommend! The staff is great and very informative, the trails are scenic (beach and countryside), the horses are gentle and easy to ride, and the place is well maintained. Cathy is a great guide and provided us lots of information about the area, good instruction and guidance, lots of patience. I will definitely return. read more

Great experience overall, along with the beautiful ride, we also learned about the environment and its history. The tour guide worked her way up and down the group making sure to chat with everyone. Clara the adorable ranch dog joined us on the trail which made it even more fun! I grew up on horses and was so excited to ride a horse on the beach of Hawaii. When choosing a stable to make this happen, I wanted to make sure that the horses were happy and healthy, as I have seen farms before where this was not the case. All of the horses on the ranch were plump and obviously well taken care of. The staff asked everyone for their experience level and assigned horses based on this. When reading through other reviews, I think its very important to realize when you are booking a horse back riding experience that these are live animals with a mind of their own. Even the most tame, well behaved horse can decide that today is a day where the cow poop is going to scare them, and that is at no fault the owners or the farms. Please realize this is not a bike that you ever have full control of. With all of that said, the staff at CJM Stables did a great job assisting those who needed extra help, and make the experience wonderful. My husband who has been on horseback about 4 times in his life absolutely loved the ride, and cannot wait to get on again! One piece of advice is to not leave as soon as you get off your horse. We made that mistake, and forgot to get the pictures that our guide had taken of us!! read more

Had the best time with our tour guides Marti and her son Justice. I booked this for my first morning in Kauai, and what an AMAZING introduction to the island. The experience is truly unique with lots of scenic overlooks and opportunities to learn about the wildlife on the island. I got a kick out of Marti's dog, Clara, who kept us on track and did some cow herding and bird chasing during our trek. Marti was funny, friendly, and knowledgeable. I will definitely be back, and loved that I was able to support a truly family-run business on Kauai! read more

Awesome ride! Guides were Great and my daughter and I enjoyed the ride. Very scenic and knowledgeable guides take time to ensure everyone's safety. We loved our memories in Kauai on horseback! The ocean view is spectacular. Thank you CJM read more

The best place to come for horseback riding when you're on Kauai. These stables are well run with super nice guides. Our tour took us throughout beautiful land and beaches with well trained horses. The owner Jim is awesome. We will definitely return. Mahalo Cowboy Jim! read more

It was just THE BEST! What a Wonderful ride & Experience. We had the Owner Jimmy for our main guide and newcomer Seth as rear guide. We got to meet them both and really enjoyed their company. We did the 2 hour ride. The million dollar views are included. I Highly recommend you to do this if you visit Kauai, you won't be disappointed. Truely a Class & Professionally run Ranch. read more

Robert was the best guide! He was so nice and helpful. He made my group feel comfortable and safe, no matter what our experience level. I would definitely love to come back and use their services again! Thanks guys!! read more

Great trip. A little confusion with the booking and getting everyone set up but Bob (the guide) and the horses were great! Great scenery and Bob was very knowledgable about the surrounding area. read more

Great 2 hour ride! Marti our cowgirl gave a great review of all the sights! She gave us the low down on all the movies filmed nearby! I did not know that the movie The Thorn Birds was not filmed in Australia but in Kauai and California, who knew! Beautiful scenery and if you are not a cowboy or cowgirl the ride is easy and not hard on 65+ muscles and bones! Thank you Marti! read more

We had wonderful horses! Tania was an amazing guide and super funny. Got to do the beach trail and see some amazing views. Definitely doing this again read more

What a fun trip! Brought our 12 and 9 year old daughters. Mounted up on the horses and we were off to see the breaking waves and beautiful peaks around Poipu. Our guide was a storyteller and gave us tales of Hawaiian kings and queens. You can't beat the backdrop of this tour. One of the 3 things I highly recommend (helicopter tour and boat trip to NaPali Coast). Not much of a horseback rider, but today I feel like a rodeo pro. Worth the $$$. read more

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This was an amazing way to spend an afternoon on the South Shore of Kauai. We did the afternoon secret beach/picnic hike with Jeff as our guide. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and skilled, and made sure we were all ok during the hike as well as took photos of all of us along the way. The views are incredible, and the "secret" beach is absolutely gorgeous! I think all skill levels would be comfortable on this hike, but beware, after 2+ hours of riding you will feel it the next day! Very worth the price and definitely one of the highlights of our trip to Kauai. read more

Robert was our guide. He was so nice and sweet and told us a lot about the area. Robert led our group through beautiful trails meandering along the cliffs, where we ended up our trail ride walking along the beach. There were breathtaking photo opportunities everywhere. I fell in love with my horse, Drifter, who was a gentle boy. I would definitely recommend the morning ride at 9:30am. It was over 2-hours long, memorable, and a "must do" when you visit Kauai. Mahalo, Robert & CJM Stables! You guys rock! read more