For centuries, horseshoes have been associated with good fortune, which is why homeowners hang them over doorways and brides lob them at groups of their single friends. Get hitched with this Groupon.
Choose from Four Options
- $37 for a one-hour horseback riding lesson ($75 value)
- $37 for a one-hour trail ride for one person ($75 value)
- $69 for a one-hour trail ride for two people ($150 value)
- $136 for a one-hour trail ride for four people ($300 value)
During lessons, riders learn to groom, tack up, and mount and dismount correctly before they learn proper riding techniques. Educational signs posted along trail offer riders interesting facts about the history of horses in Hawaii and the history of Koko Crater.
The trail ride takes guests past the crater, and also allows views of the ocean. Rides commence after a quick 5- to 10-minute lesson. All riders must wear long pants and covered shoes. Helmets will be provided free of charge. Trail-ride groups are limited to six riders.
Trail rides keep horses at a walking pace. During lessons, horses can walk, trot, cantor, and jump.
Koko Crater Stables
Cool, onshore breezes swirl through the banyan trees and botanical gardens that frame Koko Crater Stables, a spacious facility nestled in the crater of a dormant volcano. Head trainer Piet Mathews, who has more than 30 years of experience tucked under his saddle, leads the center's staff, which draws on more than 20 years of equestrian know-how to conduct trail rides, lessons, and camps. In addition to helping riders to earn their spurs, Koko Crater Stables provides boarding services that include bedding, watering, and daily stall cleanings, ensuring four-legged lodgers remain comfortable and aren't tempted to tunnel out and begin new lives as bankers.
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57% of 187 customers recommend
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“Don't where skinny jeans”
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“Great place for first timers!”
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“Great ride with very knowledgable and friendly staff.”
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