Updated - Hawaii Polo Trail Rides - Oahu: Private Sunshine Horseback Rides - Waialua
- Duration: 60 Minutes (approx.)
- Location: Waialua, HI
- Product code: P7KGU0
UPDATED 2024: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you.
Schedule:
- Availability: Daily
- Tour time: 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM
- Duration: 60-90 Minutes*
*Varies based on group sizes and how individual horses move.
Private Oahu Oceanfront Horseback Ride
Want to have some alone time with your significant other, your kids, or both? Make any trail ride time slot your own!
Private Sunshine Ride
Our spectacular oceanfront tour with the exclusivity or romance of your own private group. We recommend this tour for couples looking to kindle their relationships or any group that seeks to have a more personal experience.
Includes:
- Oceanfront views of the Famous North Shore.
- Guided walking tour through the beautiful landscape of Oahu
- Each trail ride includes a stop on picture beach for free photos!
Recommendations:
- Long pants and closed-toed shoes are recommended, but not required.
- Bring your phone or camera, and your guide will capture your memories for you!
Requirements/Restrictions:
- Minimum group size is two.*
- Minimum age is 8 years old.
- Maximum weight to ride is 230 lbs. If your weight is in question, we do reserve the right to weigh you on a scale and cancel your trail ride without a refund if your weight exceeds the 230 lbs limit.
- Not suitable for pregnant women.
- Please don’t bring any backpacks or purses, we have saddlebags for small, personal items such as cell phones and cameras!
- Helmets are a requirement for the ride, and are provided!
- You must be physically able to ride and stay on a horse safely (in extreme cases it is staff decision).
- Safety is our top priority for both our guests and horses, so we do not permit trotting or cantering. Our trail is a guided walking trail along the beach. The sand in Hawaii is too deep for the horses to go faster than a walk.
- Guests must listen to and abide by staff instructions at all times. Guests who don’t follow instructions will have to dismount and be picked up in a vehicle, brought back to the stable, and not eligible for a refund.
- Rainouts/cancellations due to weather are at company’s discretion.
- Hawaii Polo Trail Rides issues no refunds due to traffic and 100% of the booking total will be kept.
- All participants must complete waivers prior to participation.
*Please Note: Due to high demand during peak travel season, the minimum number of participants allowed for a private ride increases from 2 to 4 seats.
Peak Travel Dates:
- March 11 – April 7
- June 10 – August 18
- December 15 – January 20
Location: Hawaii Polo Oceanfront Trail Rides
Address: 68-411 Farrington Hwy, Waialua, HI 96791*
Google Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/1x4R6TEad2ERSygf8
*There are about 4 places on the island with this very same address. It is imperative that you include the town (Waialua) when putting the address into GPS, Google, or Apple Maps. Once you arrive at the destination from the GPS, we are a half-mile further down the road. You will see signage upon arrival directing you to our exact location.
Parking: FREE
Check-in: Please check in 30 minutes before your trail ride at the green building.
Special Notes:
Please allow ample time for parking and traffic. Trail Rides start right on time! If you are coming from Waikiki, we suggest leaving at least 2 hours prior to the start of the ride, we do not want you to miss the whole experience.
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Driving directions to Hawaii Polo Oceanfront Trail Rides
Type “Hawaii Polo Oceanfront Trail Rides” into your Google or Apple Maps navigation.
If that doesn’t work for any reason, address is 68-411 Farrington Hwy, Waialua, Hawai’i 96791.
- There are about 4 places on the island with this very same address. It is imperative that you include the town (Waialua) when putting the address into GPS, Google, or Apple Maps. Once you arrive at the destination from the GPS, we are a half-mile further down the road. You will see signage upon arrival directing you to our exact location.
- As you approach the entrance you will see the Hawaii Polo Club sign on the right. Use the 2nd Entrance. When you reach the Oceanfront Trail Rides sign, turn right.
- The Entrance is marked by Red and White poles. Please pull in and park in the dirt parking lot.
- We will have you sign a safety waiver and be fitted for helmets.
- You are welcome to hang out on the porch as you wait for the safety demo to begin.
Itinerary
- Check-in 30 Minutes prior to the start of the ride
- Staff will ask you to sign a safety waiver (Keiki must be signed for by a parent or guardian)
- Select a helmet that fits snug on your head. We have variety of different sizes!
- Grab a saddle bag for your phone! (Keeps your hands free for the ride)
- About a few minutes before the start of the ride, we will begin a short safety demo
- After the demo is completed, we will start loading guests on their pre-assigned horses! (horses are picked based off your weight and no changes will be allowed)
- After your group has been loaded, the guide will mount and guide everyone out for their beautiful and momentous trail ride!
- Horses might stop on the way out to relieve themselves. Do not worry, your guide will stop and ensure everyone is not left behind!
- Sit back and relax and enjoy your ride!
- On the way back, your guide will let you know when you will stop to take pictures. This is the perfect time to grab a special memorable photo to remember this special adventure.
- On return, your guide will ask you to remain on the horse to ensure we can safely dismount everyone.
- After dismounting, we have treats for the horses. Your guide will safely instruct you on how to feed the horses.
- After the ride, staff will be around to assist with any merchandise purchases or answer any further questions about the ride!
We look forward to having YOU on our ride! See you on the trails!