ChristineBoylan
Lanai is a beautiful island, and the best way to explore it is on horseback. We were fortunate to have a private trail ride with Sean--he's got a natural feel for horses and is extremely experienced and knowledgable about the terrain and the people and animals who live there. This is probably the best trail ride I've ever done (and I've done many). En route, we passed Molly and another trail group only once--the rest of the time, it almost felt like a private island retreat. The office is friendly and organized -- Sean and Molly and co run a clean, tight ship. Strong Recommend!
Kylie2007
Would I do it again?A resounding yes. Beautiful and friendly. No uptight attitude. Every service detail, has been attended to. A must on your next trip to the Hawaiian islands.
slbogen
My family went for a trail ride with Sean. It was great. He was knowledgeable, friendly and wonderful with the kids. Overall a great experience.
Bohemian1966
No poser cowboys at these stables ! Just minutes from the Four Seasons Lodge at Koele, a stay in Lanai would be incomplete without a horseback excursion from Hawaii Western Adventures. Polite and Professional they took care of our group and were extremely accommodating and thoughtful. Be prepared for Red Dust and a jacket for higher elevations.
skitts06
We stayed at Manele Bay and went up the Koele to have lunch and let our little ones (ages 4 and 2 1/2) ride horses. We were worried they'd be too little, but thought we'd try anyway. Molly and the others at the Stables were so nice and accommodating! The staff there are not surfers posing as cowboys - they are the real deal. Very knowledgeable and professional Our girls each took a ride on Whitt, and they couldn't have had more fun. They still talk about it. The faucet in the restroom wasn't working, so the staff let us clean up in the employee "lounge". No worries. Most of us can stand a little inconvenience as long as we're treated well.Thank you!
MarkandJanetG
We went to the Stables at Koele to go UTV riding. What a day. Molly was our guide and really showed us all the wonders of Lanai. We originally signed to do the 1.5 hr ride but quickly changed it to the 3 hour tour.. This was amazing. The trails took you from the lower meadows up to the mountain tops to a breathtaking view of all the island, and back into the beautiful lowlands of the former pineapple farmland. The Monro trail was rugged and a fun way to see Lanai. A must. The stables were amazing and the horses are well taking care of as well. If we had time we would have also liked to had gone on a trail ride.
theflyinhawaiian
My wife and I took a morning horseback with Cody, a real life cowboy, as our guide and it was awesome! We were the only ones that signed up for this time, so it was just us and our guide. The scenery was beautiful and our guide was very knowledgeable and informative, not to mention funny. We would definitely do this again and recommend it to everyone, whether you are experienced or not.
GraceC207
My husband and I travel extensively and try to ride in different locations. He surprised me with a 90 minute ride this morning at Koele. Everyone that we interacted with at the stables were friendly and knowledgeable. Our "official" guide was Molly and she was fantastic. Her loyal sidekick Gunner, the bird dog, also accompanied us and made things even more entertaining. Molly spoke of the area, the people, the landscape etc. The views were amazing. The horses were very well trained and beautifully kept. She was easy to talk to and she had a great sense of humor. We have enjoyed many activities while in the area and I would put this at the top of our list.
LynnFH
Molly took my wife and I on a two hour ride - excellent guide, great/fresh horses, fun trails, moved out a lot, great views and great conversation throughout. My wife's the passionate rider, I just go along to enjoy everything. I highly recommend Stables at Koele and Molly - we had a lot in common with her and thoroughly enjoyed our time riding together. Thanks Molly for adding to our wonderful 30th anniversary trip to Maui and Lanai.Lynn Howard
PTL_13
First of all, I am totally befuddled by anyone who claims thatntherenis nothing to do in Lanai! Are they crazy ? We recently spent two weeks there and had a blast. Diving, hiking, golf, trap shooting.....and perhaps our highlight....riding horses in the "up country" at the Koele stables. Our guide Cody was super informative, knowledgeable, and personable. He and his family are residents and he is an accomplished former rodeo competitor, as well as hunter, guide, and all-around nice guy. You can tell immediately at check in that Molly, Cody, et al are pros. They have excellent equipment and horses, and run a top notch service. I wouldn't go to Lanai and NOT do this, and my wife and I aren't really even avid horse people. But when else are you going to be able to ride on scenic bluffs, and through cool forests, on one of the most beautiful islands on the planet? Do it. You'll be glad you did.
Hismauigirl
My husband and I had a wonderful Valentine's Day horseback ride with Molly. She was truly amazing and I cant stress enough how pleasant she is. Not to mention the stables were top notch extremely clean. The horse's are kept in perfect condition. If your looking to go horseback riding I wouldn't recommend any other place to go. The trails and views are out of this world. I was very nerve at first and Molly put me on the horse and before I knew it is was comfortable and enjoying the ride so much I didn't want it to end...even if I couldn't walk after words. Molly if you read this I sure hope you see that you made our Valentines Day to be amazing and one that we will never forget. We will be back!
TpkMak
My wife and I decided to take a break from the beach, and go for a private ride at the Stables at Koele. Our guide Cody treated us to a first class experience. He made sure we were comfortable with our mount, and tailored the instruction to our level of experience. Seen some scenic country, a few deer, and received some local knowledge about the island. It's a great retreat, and very enjoyable experience.
Rickdube
Quality. From equipment, to horses, and guides. Top notch equipment. The horses were athletic and responsive. The saddles were top of the line. Cody, the boss is a real cowboy who knows horses and runs a first class operation. My wife is an excellent rider and had a private ride which was challenging and great fun. The barn and stables were immaculate and authentic. The UTV excursion we took with a local gentle bear of a guy was incredibly informative and laid back.
justinc415
I did a morning ride with Cody and a group of others during the Thanksgiving holiday. The weather, landscape, and views were nothing short of amazing. The horses were all very well behaved. The ride was just the perfect amount of time for me, as I hadn't been on a horse for many years. The staff at the Stables are all very friendly and patient. The horses appeared to be well cared for and were also very friendly. The view from the stables is amazing and I loved nothing more than seeing the horses in the field from the Lodge every day. This was a great experience, and one I'll definitely do again on my next visit to Lana'i. Highly recommended for riders of all ages and skill level.
teresam926
We enjoyed a 1 1/2 hour ride with Molly. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience, views, welcoming/polite staff and our well behaved horses. Thank you Molly for making our trip such fun and to Wit who enjoyed the scenery with me!