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Mendes Ranch

3530 Kahekili Highway, Wailuku, Maui, HI 96793
808-871-5222
Ranked #3 of 19 attractions in Wailuku
4.5 of 5 stars 59 Reviews
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012 via mobile

This ride was So much fun! I rode with several other riders and a trail boss. One of the riders had never been on a horse before, and the staff was careful to fit horses to levels of experience. I have my own horses and have ridden a lot, so I got Duke, a horse for an experienced rider. We... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012 via mobile

My friend and I did this adventure and had a BLAST! I would definately suggest doing the lunch as we both thought it was GREAT! Rocky does a great little BBQ lunch with some awesome beans. The ranch guides were great and made sure to fit people with a horse that would be good for them. Beginner, intermediate or advanced.... More

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San Jose
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

Reserved the early a.m. ride for my two teens. Had rented a car while in Maui off cruise ship. Easily found the ranch - quick, beautiful scenic drive to get there. Everyone was so friendly. There were farm animals to view while waiting for the ride to start, and beautiful photo opps off their balcony. Kids thoroughly enjoyed the ride... More

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Cumberland Center, Maine
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

After much research, we decided to live it up and chose Mendes Ranch! Beautiful scenery, tropical breezes, authentic western riding, and genuine cowboys with a Hawaiian flare with the perfect blend of humor and helpfulness! In no time we were managing our horses and riding with confidence.....except when we passed the horses "all-u-can eat salad bar", they worked hard and... More

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Minnesota
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

We visited Maui with our 2 children (ages 9-12). Did some research and found Mendes Ranch. The ranch is located high in the hills (mountain?). You start at the ranch where you are greeted. They have pop for you before you leave. The ranch also has some areas for great pictures. They then take you via a van to where... More

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New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2012
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We chose Mendes Ranch over a different outfit closer to our hotel purely because of time constraints, but we're glad we did. The guys there are definitely the genuine article, but they're also friendly and full of character. My wife, by her own admission a scaredy cat, was apprehensive about the whole thing. But I let the guides know and... More

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Jersey Shore
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2012

This was the best horseback riding trip that I have ever been on. Instead of walking behind someone for an hour or so, the horses were spread out and we got to run (not canter, run) the horses. This was the highlight of my trip in Maui. The guides, Fred and Steve, were friendly and informative of the areas we... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2012

I loved it. It isnt a head to tail ride. YOU ACTUALLY GET TO TROT YOUR HORSE! My butt was a little sore after:D

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Osoyoos, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2012 via mobile

Butch and Craig did a great job with our group. Most of us had ridden before and were given horses suited to our riding experience. My son had never been and was nervous but between his horse Shorty and Craig's attentiveness, he had a great experience and can't wait to get back in the saddle.

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Wailuku, Hawaii
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012

Amazing views, animals seem well cared for. Be relaxed and nice, don't act hard to please or know it all.

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