Mendes Ranch
The Mendes family runs an active cattle ranch on Maui's Kahakuloa coast. This ranch is located on the east side of the West Maui Mountains north of Wailuku. The Waihe’e Valley is located above the ranch which is one of the wettest spots on the planet. The Medes family has lived here ranching for generations. In recent years their focus has split from ranching to also include a horseback ride that they operate on their large ranch. This ride has gained a reputation for bringing the local color and flair of the Mendes families’ paniolo roots to the visitors of Maui. The Mendes Ranch is one of the few horseback rides that actually allow experienced riders to do a bit of running and they are also very good at providing a calm riding experience for those who are novice or fist time horse riders as well. The Mendes Ranch stretches from the lush valley above all the way down to the coastline. The route of the horseback ride tours most of the ranch going through rainforests high up on the mountain and through pastures along the coast. The horses of Mendes Ranch are very well kept and are trained for this ride. Most of the guides are members of the Mendes family themselves that were born and raised on or around the ranch.…
Vendor: Mendes Ranch
Product: Mid Day Trail Ride
Description: Mount up and ride through verdant mountainsides to view the Waterfalls of Waihee Valley. Your equestrian adventure continues across cattle fields to the lower half of the Mendes Ranch where you will descend upon Maui's spectacular north shore. Ride along the shoreline with crashing waves. 2 hours of riding and a hot BBQ lunch before the ride is available for an additional $10.00.*
Operates: Monday-Saturday Lunch is at 11:30am and ride at 12:30pm
Departure Point: Ranch is located on Hwy 340 just past Mile Marker 7.
Duration: 3 hours 2 hours riding
Equipment: Well trained and groomed horses
Capacity: 24 riders. Broken down into small groups by skill level.
Inclusions: N/A
Menu:
Exclusions: BBQ is an additional $10.00
*Restrictions: Weight limit: 250 lbs. Minimum age 7 years. No bad backs, neck injuries or pregnant riders. Directions: (for help using the directions click here) | |
| Your Price |
| Riders 7 and Up | $99.00 | $99.00 |
| BBQ Lunch | $10.00 | $10.00 |
Vendor: Mendes Ranch
Product: Paniolo Horseback Helicopter - Trail Ride and Helicopter Tour
Description: Paniolo Horseback Helicopter Combo: Tour begins at the Sunshine Helicopters hanger at the Kahului Heliport where clients are picked up by a Mendes Ranch van at approximately 7:45am and are transported to the Ranch. Clients are treated to an unforgettable 2-hour horseback ride, which begins at the base of the lovely Waihee Valley. At the conclusion of your ride enjoy a Paniolo BBQ lunch of Mendes Ranch Ribs, BBQ Chicken, Country-style Baked Beans, Salad, Dinner Rolls and refreshments. Afterwards you are picked up at the ranch via helicopter at about 12:30pm and are given a 30-minute flight taking in the aerial beauty of West Maui. Return to the heliport between 1:00pm to 1:30pm.*
Operates: Monday-Saturday meet at 7:45am
Departure Point: Meet at the Kahului Heliport
Duration: 5 hours includes 2 hours of horseback riding and a 30-minute helicopter flight
Equipment: Well trained and groomed horses
Capacity: 24 riders. Broken down into small groups by skill level. 6-passenger helicopter.
Inclusions: N/A
Menu:
Exclusions: N/A
*Restrictions: Helicopter flight patterns and specific sights are subject to weather. You will be weighed at check in (if given weight is substantially lower than your actual weight, you may get bumped from the flight and you still have to pay for the seat)
Helicopters: A-Star - passengers over 240 lbs or with a combined weight for 2 passengers over 420 lbs may require the purchase of a comfort seat.
Horseback: Weight limit is 250 lbs and minimum age is 7 years old. No bad backs, neck injuries or pregnant riders. Directions: (for help using the directions click here) | |
| Your Price |
| A-Star Mendes Combo | $310.00 | $296.90 |
Vendor: Mendes Ranch
Product: Morning Trail Ride
Description: Mount up and ride through verdant mountainsides to view the Waterfalls of Waihee Valley. Your equestrian adventure continues across cattle fields to the lower half of the Mendes Ranch where you will descend upon Maui's spectacular north shore. Ride along the shoreline with crashing waves. Two hours of riding and a hot BBQ lunch served at 11:30am is available for $10.00.*
Operates: Monday-Saturday 8:30am
Departure Point: Ranch is located on Hwy 340 just past Mile Marker 7.
Duration: 3 hours 2 hours riding
Equipment: Well trained and groomed horses
Capacity: 24 riders. Broken down into small groups by skill level.
Inclusions: N/A
Menu:
Exclusions: BBQ Lunch is an additional $10.00
*Restrictions: Special Rate is offered at select times of the year. Weight limit: 250 lbs. Minimum age 7 years. No bad backs, neck injuries or pregnant riders. Directions: (for help using the directions click here) | |
| Your Price |
| Riders 7 and Up | $99.00 | $99.00 |
| BBQ Lunch | $10.00 | $10.00 |
Horseback Riding on Maui by Mendes Ranch 
Mid Day Ride 
