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Horseback riding for beginners in Hawaii

11 stables in Hawaii welcome beginners, out of 22 stables we list in the state. Each one is here because a customer review or its own website mentions beginners, and the proof is under each stable.

11Stables
6Cities
22All stables in HI

All 11 stables, highest rated first

Sorted by Google rating × number of reviews.

Open-now times come from Google; call the stable before you go.

Hawaii Polo Oceanfront Trail Rides

68-411 Farrington Hwy

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
4.8Rating
2,507Reviews
7Services

This is our first time horseback riding on or near the beach and it was such an amazing experience!

From a Google review

The stable's website says so too.

Gunstock Ranch

56-250 Kamehameha Hwy

Trail ridesBoardingBeginners
4.8Rating
1,657Reviews
5Services
Beginners: per the stable's website

Circle M Ranch, formerly Mendes Ranch

3530 Kahekili Hwy

Trail ridesBeginners
4.8Rating
707Reviews
3Services

The staff provided excellent instruction for beginner riders, making everyone feel comfortable and confident before heading out on the trail.

From a Google review

The stable's website says so too.

Pālehua Trail Rides

1 Palehua Rd

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
4.7Rating
246Reviews
5Services

We were first time riders but our guides ensure to always check on us and ensure both the horses and riders were okay throughout the whole trail.

From a Google review

The stable's website says so too.

The Stables

57-091 Kamehameha Hwy

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
4.8Rating
192Reviews
6Services

Totally enjoyable even for those who have never been on a horse before.

From a Google review

The stable's website says so too.

Nalo Keiki Paniolo

41-632 Mokulama St

LessonsBoardingBeginners
4.8Rating
38Reviews
5Services

This was our first time horseback riding and we couldn’t have been more stoked.

From a Google review

Hawaii Polo Academy

68-540 Farrington Hwy

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
5Rating
33Reviews
7Services
Beginners: per the stable's website

Ohikilolo Adventure Park

Keaau Homesteads Rd

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
4.6Rating
35Reviews
4Services

This was my first time riding a horse but the trail leader, Keevan, was very helpful and also hilarious.

From a Google review

Aloha Riding Lessons, LLC

Now in Hawaii Kai in the former Koko Crater Stables!, 7149 Kokonani St

LessonsBoardingBeginners
4.4Rating
36Reviews
7Services
Beginners: per the stable's website

Hawaii Horse Moments

86-652 Puuhulu Rd

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
5Rating
21Reviews
4Services

Highly recommended for both beginners and experienced riders.

From a Google review

Waimanalo Equestrian Center

41-569 Makakalo St

LessonsBoardingBeginners
5Rating
1Reviews
4Services
Beginners: per the stable's website

Beginner checklist

  1. Wear long pants and boots with a small heel. Flat sneakers can slip through a stirrup, and shorts let the saddle rub.
  2. Ask about helmets. Many stables lend riding helmets. Ask whether they have one that fits, or bring your own riding helmet.
  3. Tell them you are new. It gets you the right horse and the right pace.

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Beginners in Hawaii, by city

The number counts the stables on this page; each city link opens every riding stable we list there.

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