Explore and Build Something New
After riding through the Hawaiian countryside by horseback, you’ll feel a special closeness to this beautiful place, and there’s no better way to give back to the ‘aina (land) than by planting a native tree in our Legacy Forest. This eco-tour is part of a huge reforestation effort in partnership with Hawaii Legacy Reforestation Initiative, and you’ll be able to make a difference in the preservation of Oahu’s North Shore.
You and your horse will travel up to our scenic mountain trails, exploring peaceful forests, open pastures, and gorgeous ocean views. Along the way, you might see a variety of wildlife, like tropical birds, grazing cows, and wild pigs. Once at the Legacy Forest, you’ll personally plant a native tree during a special ceremony. Each individual makes a difference, and we hope you’ll join us soon.
With an upgrade to your tour, you can also plant additional trackable trees. Each trackable tree is uniquely paired to you through our proprietary GPS technology, which will allow you to monitor it remotely and return to visit whenever you’d like to see its progress. You may also dedicate a tree in honor of a loved one or special event.
Schedule:
- Availability: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday (Closed Sunday)
- Tour Time: 10:30 AM
- Duration: 2 Hours
Includes:
- Picnic Lunch
Recommendations:
- We recommend that you wear long pants, sunglasses, and covered shoes for this ride.
- Wear sunscreen and bring a bottle of water.
- Small cameras are welcome.
- For chilly days, it is a good idea to bring a light sweater or jacket.
Restrictions/Requirements:
- Minimum 2 persons to book a tour.
- Riders must be over 7 years old (12 years old for advanced riders)
- Walking only ride-no trotting or cantering
- No pregnant riders
- Riders must weigh less than 235 lbs (less than 220 lbs for advanced riders). The weight limit is strictly enforced with a scale. No refunds will be issued if guests do not meet the participation requirements.
- This activity is not recommended for guests with knee, hip, or back problems. If guests are physically unable to participate in this ride, no refunds will be issued.
- Backpacks, bags, and bulky camera equipment will not be allowed on the horse for the ride. We do have a small pack on the saddle that can fit a water bottle or small camera.
- All participants must complete waivers prior to participation.
Location: Gunstock Ranch
Address: 56-250 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731
Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/s66Sqmk34A42
Special Notes:
- Please arrive 45 minutes prior to scheduled tour time for check-in. Each rider must attend a 15-min safety briefing prior to riding.
- The entire tree cost goes directly to the non-profit Hawaii Legacy Reforestation Initiative (HLRI).
Menu Options:
- Regular: Build your own sandwich cold-cut sandwiches on a brioche bun, fresh fruit, a small bag of chips, bottled water, canned juice, cookie and mint.
- Vegetarian: Garden salad, dressing on the side, fresh fruit, a small bag of chips, bottled water, canned juice, cookie and mint.
- Gluten-Free: Build your own sandwich cold-cut sandwiches on a gluten-free bread, fresh fruit, a small bag of chips, bottled water, canned juice, gluten-free dessert.
