Horseback Ride Tour to Natural Pool in Arikok National Park
Recommended by 97% of travellers
Aruba
- 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Ride horses through Aruba's unspoiled and rugged landscapes during this small-group tour. Get matched with a horse according to your skills and experience, then follow your horseback riding guide through the desert scenery of Arikok National Park to the natural pool to cool off. Hotel or port pickup and drop-off is included; no horseback riding experience is required.
- Horseback riding tour through Arikok National Park
- Go swimming in the famous "Conchi" natural pool
- Choose from a morning or afternoon tour
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off is included
What's Included
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- National Park fees
- Bottled water
- Helmets - 12 and under mandatory
- Swim in the famous Natural Pool
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
- Maximum weight 220lbs fully clothed - strictly enforced for the well being our riders & our horses
- Towels
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Itinerary
Begin your horseback riding adventure with pickup at your Aruba hotel, cruise port, or at a centrally located meeting point, where you climb into a comfortable tour vehicle for the trip to Rancho Loco.
Once there, meet your horseback riding guide, who matches you with a horse according to your skills or abilities. You can also get instructions and guidance on how to handle the horse; no horseback riding experience is necessary for this tour. Get comfortable with your horse and the commands before heading out on the trail.
Ride through Arikok National Park and up into the highlands for photo-worthy views of the island before descending to the coastline to reach the natural pool, a stunning volcanic rock formation. Spend about half an hour exploring the area and swimming in the pool (optional). Climb back on your horse and head back to the stables.
Say goodbye to your trusty steed, climb back into your ground transportation, and be transported back to your original departure point.
Once there, meet your horseback riding guide, who matches you with a horse according to your skills or abilities. You can also get instructions and guidance on how to handle the horse; no horseback riding experience is necessary for this tour. Get comfortable with your horse and the commands before heading out on the trail.
Ride through Arikok National Park and up into the highlands for photo-worthy views of the island before descending to the coastline to reach the natural pool, a stunning volcanic rock formation. Spend about half an hour exploring the area and swimming in the pool (optional). Climb back on your horse and head back to the stables.
Say goodbye to your trusty steed, climb back into your ground transportation, and be transported back to your original departure point.
1
Arikok National Park
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
2
Rancho Loco Aruba
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
3
Conchi Natural Pool
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Riders shall *not exceed* 220 lbs fully clothed which is strictly enforced for the well being of our horses and riders
- Long pants and closed shoes are *strongly* recommended but not required. If you choose to wear shorts, please bring a pool towel to put over the saddle to protect your legs.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age is 8 years old
- Special note to cruise ship passengers - We only offer our afternoon tour to cruise ship passengers. No exceptions. No refunds will be given for misinforming us.
- Not recommended for travelers with hip problems
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travellers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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It was an amazing experience! Most importantly, the horses are well cared for and in great shape! The ride to the natural pool was beautiful, and the water it self was fantastic! Our guide, Ari, was fun and knowledgeable about the landscape and had interesting stories to share. Keep in mind, it's a 2.5 hour ride and you will walk, trot and canter. Even though they tell you this there was one woman in tbe group that wasn't comfortable doing more than a walk, and ended up going back pretty early on. All of the staff were nice and accommodating. Highly recommend, but maybe not if this is your first time ever on a horse. Certainly the very best way to get to and experience the Arikok National Park and the natural pool!
This is my second time on this experience and again i loved it. This time I brought my husband and son. The views are amazing and the natural pool is a welcome cool down. And let's not forget our guides Arie and a young lady im sorry I forgot her name. And our driver and the one who keeps things together Chris she was awsome. Always kept in communication. Made sure she called us when she got to the cruise port to let us know she was waiting. All were super nice and funny. Experience was amazing!
5 of us traveled and rode horses. We were picked up from our hotel and then returned after excursion.
We had a great experience, the only tip I would say is that the pool for swimming is very wavy and would be risky if you cannot swim
We had a great time and would return again
Very friendly people, they care about your safety and the horses safety. Beautiful ride. Loved it. 2
Such a fun experience! Tour guides were amazing! Very comfortable and such a cool experience at the pool!
As a lifelong rider and horsewoman, the first thing I noticed was how much these horses were cared for. Every person on the ranch I could tell loved the horses and the job. I immediately knew this was going to be a great tour. Our guide was a master horseman. He knew the horses inside and out, and knew how to match riders to horses. All of the horses were in great condition, and extremely well trained. The green riders had gentle mounts that slowed if they lost their balance a little. I was matched with a great horse that behaved but could tell I was game for more. Our guide even let me gallop the trail a bit which was 100/10. I will remember this tour for the rest of my life!
Amazing staff! Beautiful views! A great way to see the back country. If you’re not an avid horseback rider, you will be sore. It is not for the faint at heart. The terrain is rugged and you will feel it. I 58, and my wife 48 have ridden horses prior and it still took a little toll. That a side if you can grind and bear it you will experience the absolute stunning desert interior, and a spectacular view of the rocky shoreline with breathtaking views
The most amazing ride ever! Horses are extremely well kept, feet looked great. The people are fantastic! Will definitely go again. Much better than our ride last year at a different place.
Amazing experience! Convenient pick up service that made gettting to the Ranch super easy! Great trail ride and the horses were beautiful. Tour guides had a lot of personality and made it fun
This tour was great; except for the soreness afterwards. Our guide, Patrick (either his name or the horse's...lol) was upbeat and funny! He engaged with everyone in the group and made first time riders feel comfortable. If you've never ridden a horse, it's okay because the horses know exactly what to do. The horses stay on course and maintain a good pace to stay in line.
The views are phenomenal and you will have beautiful pictures. This tour takes you to a natural pool which was a great cool down before the ride back. Besides all the items they recommend you bring, try packing a sandwich or snack if you can't survive 3 hours without eating.
Our family had an amazing time riding through the National Park. Loved experiencing the Paso Fino trot. The waves were rough when we got to the ocean, so we missed the natural pool. We would do this again in a heartbeat.
The whole experience was amazing. We had never ridden before but it’s totally fine for beginners, guide Patrick makes you feel comfortable and makes sure he matches you with a horse that fits your vibe. Riding through the park was amazing and we went swimming through the natural pool. It is a 10/10 experience, cannot recommend enough. Thank you Patrick!
We had such a good time at the ranch and on the ride. the whole experience was one of the best things I have done. The owner was so nice, our guide was so funny and made sure we all had a great experience. we did have a hiccup and they had over booked, but the lady who had contacted us was extremely appreciative that we were flexible to attend the next day. And it worked out, we had such a good group to ride with. It was not your typical carribbean horse ride on the beach. We went through the neighborhood to get to national park and headed for the coast. It was breath taking, We went swimming and cliff jumping before we headed back. Best part of my trip.
What an amazing experience this was. It was beautiful just quietly riding my girl Coco through the desert of Aruba. The views were unbeatable. The owner was more than kind and our tour guide Patrick was hilarious and you could truly tell he loved his job and those horses. Would definitely do again.
According to my teenagers, this experience was better than jet ski riding the day before! The guide matched us all perfectly with the horses - we had one anxious teen and one daredevil. The terrain and views were spectacular and the swim was perfectly timed. If you’re looking for a venture, this is the organization to do it with. Everyone was so pleasant and so kind. We enjoyed every minute of it and honestly, I would do it again.
It is a long ride and more intense than the average shore excursion horseback ride. We'll worth the money.
This was a fun experience. The tour guide was patient and explained everything, even though he wouldn’t tell us his name. The ride was beautiful, very scenic. I highly recommend.
Really great activity. Our guide Patricio was funny and personable, made us feel all comfortable. The ride was beautiful across the cactus forest and the rocky terrains, and the natural pool was the perfect before heading back. I didn’t want it to end!
It seems really hot but with going up on the mountain with breeze, it’s nice. Make sure to have water shoes for the natural pool since rocks are very slippery
Absolute, hands down, best horseback riding experience for all level riders! Gorgeous views, dusty trails, and a dip in the natural pool make this the BEST horseback riding experience I've had so far. The staff is AMAZING -they are ALL so friendly, funny, and extremely good at what they do! They make you feel comfortable, confident, and like a part of their Ranch Family. They know their horses' personalities, energies, and riding styles and pairs you with the perfect horse based off of your personality and aura/energy. It's a great opportunity to let loose and connect with nature in order to give you the best experience possible! Dress comfortably, bring/wear a hat/sunscreen, and bring a towel if you plan on wearing shorts or getting wet. You will learn, laugh, make memories, and have so much fun - BOOK IT NOW!
We did the morning ride and were picked up from our hotel right on time and were greeted by Christy when we arrrived on the ranch. After she gave us a rundown and water, we headed over to meet our guide, Patrick. Safety for all is a priority, and once we were paired with our horse, we headed out for our ride. Patrick often rode along side the group, making sure we were comfortable and stayed on pace. There was a decent amount of trotting. Unfortunately, the water was too rough when we got to the natural pool so we weren't able to swim, but it was a beautiful area and we were able to walk into the tide pools and explore a bit to take pics and cool off before hopping back on the horses. A few of us shorties, including myself and my mom needed to use the rock there to get a bit more height to get back in the saddle and Patrick and Anderson were right there to help us easily get back on. We had lots of laughs and enjoyed seeing this special part of the island in such a fun way.
A few things to note:
We each got one bottle of water, they have more bottles to buy if needed or you can bring your own.
They will weigh each family privately in a back area to confirm weight restrictions.
Sunscreen!
There are two saddlebags on each horse. Each saddlebag has a side pocket for bottle of water and a rolled beach towel fit into one bag. The other bag could fit a reusable water bottle, go pro, etc without issue. Any backpacks stay at the ranch with Christy who locks them up until your return. Many horses also had a little pouch at the front of the saddle too for a cellphone.
Once back at the ranch, you can buy more water, pop, or beer
Thanks again to Patrick, Anderson, Patrick's daughter (sorry I can't remember her name), and Christy for a great adventure!
The natural pool does close due to rough seas and high tide which we didn’t know. Check tide forecast otherwise you may only get to look at it and not actually swim.
Horses were very well taken care of and matched to riders. The guides did a great job facilitating the ride.
The horses were well trained and taken care of. The tour guide was amazing
The experience was great!
From pickup to drop off everything was organized. The ride was a lot of fun. The tour guides made sure we were safe, but had a great time. The ride itself and natural pool were gorgeous. I would definitely do this again.
It was an amazing experience. The people there were amazing and we had an amazing group. I went with my girlfriend who loves animals and she loved it. I also am an animal lover so it was nice getting assigned your horse. You really get to bond with the animal and you see how amazing they are. The tour was great! amazing views and the natural pool. We loved it
This was a great experience for me and my family. As beginners the guide was professional, friendly and patient. Would definitely recommend them!!!
This tour was amazing. The staff was informative and accommodating. It was the first time my kids ever rode horses and they took such good care of them. We loved the views on the trail and the natural pool. The horses were well taken care of and they were well trained. The guide was excellent so we had a wonderful experience!
We did several excursions during our trip, we enjoyed each and every one of them, but I will say this experience topped them all. My girls are 12 and 14 and they had the absolute best time. They spent the remaining 2 days of our trip asking to go back and talking non stop about their horses. We enjoyed talking with our guide. We felt safe on our horses despite being new to riding. We went on the early morning tour. We had an incredible experience.
So glad we did this activity! We almost cancelled due to disinterest from the teens, but once we got on the horses that all changed. It was one of their favorite activities from the week and something we as parents will always remember. The older children also had a great time. Highly recommend!
Really enjoyable and fantastic way to explore Aruba! Beautiful horses, excellent guide, and kristy it was running behind the scenes show that day is a lifesaver! Thanks for the ride kristy we enjoyed my birthday dinner. Thanks to you!
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