A must when visiting Maui! Don and the rest of the staff were great. I am a beginner when it comes…read moreto horseback riding and the crew at Circle M did a good job on briefing us on the proper safety measures and how to steer the horses in the proper direction while riding. They also provide a small bag for your belongings that hooks onto the saddle, cold water bottles, and sunscreen prior to the ride. They have an area with old cowboy boots and hats that you can borrow for the ride too! During the ride, my horse occasionally got side tracked and pulled away to sneak a few bites of grass and tree leaves (don't blame him whatsoever for wanting to snack!), but Don was really patient and always helped me with redirecting him. As a whole, the horses were all well trained and knew the route, which made for a comfortable ride. The views were unreal and Don was very knowledgeable on paniolo history. They also have a great shop with lots of reasonably priced items that are good quality. Would 100% come back for another horseback ride with them the next time I return to Maui. Thanks Circle M!

Had the best time here, highly recommend! Not only was the trail amazing (it's the only Hawaiian…read morecliffside ride) but the staff was so kind, warm, and welcoming. As a new rider, it can intimidating but Don, Chase, Bailee, Trina made the experience. They made sure I felt comfortable every step of the way. The views are stunning with the ocean cliffs, wide open landscapes, and that peaceful Maui energy you don't get anywhere else. You can tell the horses are well cared for and the team genuinely loves what they do. This is a must do in Maui!

We had an amazing experience with Jesse and Bryce as our personal guides. My 10 year old daughter…read moreloved 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.

We had the most amazing experience at Ironwood Ranch Maui! Our children absolutely loved the pony…read moreride 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!

Loved my experience with my horse, Shadow! I had only ridden a horse once in my life, about 30…read moreyears ago, so I was a bit nervous at first. The horses are well trained and super chill, and I felt comfortable very quickly. Our guide, Lewis (I hope I remembered his name correctly--the 18-year-old bull rider!), was a joy. He kept an eye on all of us, told some fun stories along the way, and made sure the ride moved at a comfortable pace. You can tell the ranch is a great environment for the animals, and the views are amazing. We were there on a Monday, so we weren't able to try a Bully Burger, but I'm sure they're delicious too! I would absolutely recommend this ride for both experienced and beginning riders.

Steven & Luis were fantastic! Knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. The horses were very well…read moremaintained and behaved - easy to ride, even for the most inexperienced riders. We had a fantastic ride and learned so much about the island, the horses, the ranch & the handlers. Steven went above and beyond with pictures in the most beautiful spots. We saw deer, cows and gorgeous views!

We did the ATV tour, next time we will try our own four wheelers versus the two person one we did…read morethis time. The views were amazing, the people were great, always willing to answer questions and give a little history of the amazing property. I never felt unsafe and I'm not a huge ATV fan, but this might have opened the door to more such fun on future adventures! Pro Tip: Don't forget cash to give your tour guide at the end...she deserved it!

I had such a great ride today! Highly recommend. The staff are very kind and accommodating and they…read moretake excellent care of their horses. The horses are very sweet and take good care of their riders. This is a fairly athletic ride and is filled with beautiful scenery. I took a private tour with Indy and she was so lovely to ride with. The people on the group tour looked happy at the end of their ride too.

We had the most amazing time July 2026 with Raegan and Mia! Raegan was amazing and was with our…read moregroup most of the ride, she was very kind and outgoing! Gave us insight about the ranch and even suggested some great local restaurants for us!! Would book again 10/10!

My friend and I went to celebrate their birthday with a sunset horseback riding for the first time…read more NGL, we were nervous in case if the horses were frightened easily or the rainy weather from these past few weeks. However, our guides were the best in teaching us how to get on the horse and providing us a mini tutorial on riding, and showing us their wonderful ranch. Although we get rained out, the horses are very well trained, even though my horse Freddy wanted to eat everything LOL. Although I have a fear of heights, it was nice trying something new and don't know when's the next time to ride a horse. Definitely worth the experience and get away from town!

I don't like to ride horses, but I was convinced by my own instincts to make this a special trip…read morefor my daughter and visiting friends, so I swallowed my fears and agreed to go. I am glad I did. This is a family-owned and locally-owned working ranch. Mr. Thompson was kind and explained during the five minute instructional period which end of the horse was the front end and which was the back end. :) He also offered helmets, which we declined. The trail rides are only a part of his ranch businesses, so the tour is less touristy and more cruising. There was minimal talking on the trail and that actually allowed me to enjoy the scenery more. The bi-coastal views were breathtaking as we rode their well-trained, stable and calm horses up a very rocky and steep trail to a private cabin. We were surrounded by a crown of clouds and the cool air helped us to enjoy the ride even more. I didn't need a jacket at all. The cabin had an overgrown garden, bottled water, packaged treats and the chance to use a flush toilet (yay! so precious!). We sat for a little while, resting our (my) weary knees. The first half of the ride was about a half hour. We enjoyed Mr. Thompson's gentle humor and his description of how he takes care of his land and his animals. He has cattle, goats alongside wild deer on his pastures. The second half of the ride to return to our starting point was about the same amount of time and a bit more gentle, as the horses didn't follow the same steep, hilly trail. Those horses know where they want to go. My horse had her own mind about things. She didn't quite follow the same trail but she chose her steps carefully around the deep holes and slick rocks. She might have suspected she had an anxious rider. I think I bored her. She kept huffing and stopping to eat more often than the other horses did, I felt. She also passed a lot of gas which compelled me to say, "excuse me", every time. We had a choice between this idea and a sunset ride in Makena and I am glad we chose this one instead. The bi-coastal views are unique to Maui and the cool air upcountry helped use to enjoy what may have been a very hot ride. Sunset rides or beach rides can be had anywhere else easily; these upcountry views of Maui's landscape are difficult to find anywhere else. If you take a photo with that view in the background, whoever sees it will say, "That's Maui!"

Toni and Andy are AWESOME. Such a beautiful ride and the horses couldn't have been more patient…read morewith novice riders. I can't wait to do it again!

This was by far the best experience we have ever had our guide Mahina I hope I said that right was…read moreabsolutely incredible! The horses are amazing and the ride was absolutely spectacular. I couldn't recommend this place enough! Thank you so much for having us!!

I had the absolute best time horseback riding at 4D Quarter Horses. From the moment we arrived, the…read morestaff made us feel welcome and at ease. Even as a beginner, I felt completely comfortable. The horses are clearly well cared for and well trained. I rode Hoku who was incredibly gentle and responsive. It's obvious the team here truly loves and understands these animals! Our guide, Emilie, was very knowledgeable, friendly, and patient. She explained clearly what we were about to see and pointed out interesting things along the trail; beautiful views, local wildlife and even a little bit of history about the area. The trail itself was stunning, peaceful, and scenic. I would highly recommend 4D Quarter Horses for a memorable outdoor adventure. You'll be so glad you did!

Had a great time riding Hawaiian and Lady. Tried to control Lady as much as possibly but she…read moredefinitely showed me who's boss . Definitely channeled my inner cowboy like our tour guide Cierra said to do. Recommend 10/10. Friendly staff and friendly horses. Nicknamed their cat Garfield if he didn't eat. If you wanna ride horses in Hawaii recommend the sunset tour.

This was part 2 of the surf and turf package, and it did not disappoint!…read more This is yet another must do excursion while visiting the island! As mentioned in my other review about their sister property providing the surf ride, these horses are well cared for and are living high on the hog in Hawaii. This family owned business, which is managed by Emily at both properties, definitely takes pride in ownership with their money making herd and it shows with well maintained tack and stock; properly groomed, tacked, and shod horses; clean facilities and grounds; experienced trail guides; etc... This excursion is geared towards beginner riders for the safety of the rider and their stock, but intermediate and advanced riders can stay legged up themselves while on vacation without having to worry about doing the work that goes along with riding! #iykyk But if you're like me, you just want to live life between the ears, so you'll find a way to ride every chance you get! Helmets are non negotiable for insurance reasons, even for seasoned and experienced riders; but, it wasn't a deal breaker for me because it's their house, their rules. Be sure to ask about the surf and turf package if you're like me and one ride isn't enough! The tutorial at the beginning is informative and is explicit, direct instruction for the beginner, but don't be afraid to ask questions or for any help because everyone wants a fun, safe ride, and they're there to do just that! See you down the trail! #FollowTheJourney

This is the place! In the higher and cooler beautiful Kohala…read moreranch area. Expansive barn , beautiful horses, they have boots, slickers, headgear. It's a legitimate riding experience on well behaved horses, not a little lead along- independent and fun riding! All the staff are wonderfully pleasant and experienced! Ask for Liz a skilled, beautiful and wonderfully calm wrangler! Morning, afternoon or sunset rides are all equally wonderful!

Returned to the Big Island for the first time since 2019. I took three friends on the morning…read morePaniolo ride and last-minute booked a wrangler ride for myself for the next day. Loved it. I rode Sterling both days, and what a sweetheart -- peppy but safe! I am still really impressed by the level of care that clearly goes into these horses (one of the staff ladies was literally combing manes and tails while the horses waited between rides). The wrangler staff is small and it's obvious they know the herd, which makes me feel good about asking my horse to work. Ayla, Azia, and Liz were all wonderful. Liz especially managed a wrangler ride of 3 with different riding levels with aplomb. I'd definitely book the wrangler ride for myself again the next time I'm back!

The guides Sean and Patricia were great! The horses were so well behaved! So many cool things to…read moresee, and the views!!! We even got to try fruit from the farm

We had the most amazing two hour ride with our guide Micah. This is a lush, green and diverse…read morelandscape with a stunning ocean view. The ride was easy and the horses were gentle. Views from the ranch cannot be beat. Highly recommend!