Horseback Ride Tour to Natural Pool in Arikok National Park

Recommended by 97% of travelers

Aruba

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Booked 20+ times last week!

3 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9

· PAUL_V ·

Mar 2026

Great ride with a guide that took care of the group. Good conversation and awesome scenery made it a memorable experience. The natural pool provides break to cool off and get great pictures. Sunscreen, covered legs, insulated water bottle and a secured hat are highly recommended. Listen to your guide… respect the horses and you’ll have a good time.

· Michele_T ·

Mar 2026

Patrick was a great guide! The horses were gentle and well cared for. It was a lot of fun! Great views and time to cool off at the Natural Pool. I would do this again!

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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

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Transportation is provided from/to the major hotel areas in Palm Beach and Eagle Beach. If your hotel is not listed, send a message to let us know where you are staying. We do not provide transportation to/from private residences, Saveneta or San Nicholas areas. HOTEL PICKUPS BEGIN AT 8:00 A.M. FOR THE MORNING TOUR AND 2:00 P.M. FOR THE AFTERNOON TOUR. YOU WILL BE ADVISED OF THE EXACT TIME WHEN YOU RECONFIRM YOUR RESERVATION AND HOTEL INFORMATION. This operator requires you to contact them directly prior to this tour/activity. Please provide hotel and room number so in case of changes we have a way to reach out to you and notify changes. Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions. Hotel pickups commence approximately 60 minutes prior to the tour time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation. Tour duration: 2.5 - 3 hours and does not include transport time or set up time. 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.

Meeting point

Sombre, Santa Cruz, Aruba
Should you choose to drive to the ranch you must arrive no later than 30 minutes prior to the tour time. You must also advise us that you do not require transportation. Thank you! This operator requires you to contact them directly prior to this tour/activity.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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.

Arikok National Park (Pass By)

Rancho Loco Aruba

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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 travelers
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not wheelchair accessible
Travelers 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 travelers

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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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Reviews

4.9

based on 1,200 reviews

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Best Excursion on Aruba! 🇦🇼

CHARLES_A, Mar 2026

This is a LONG ride… What can I say, these folks are exceptional at what they do(love)! Horses are well trained, & groomed. Employees & animals are family, and they’re fantastic! The vibes are LOVE, & we will be back again & again, as long as they’ll have us! Thanks for the memories!

Slow ride…. Take it easy.

PAUL_V, Mar 2026

Patrick was a great...

Michele_T, Mar 2026

Patrick was a great guide! The horses were gentle and well cared for. It was a lot of fun! Great views and time to cool off at the Natural Pool. I would do this again!

The best experience possible.

William_R, Mar 2026

I cannot speak highly enough of this experience. The perfect excursion for my family and making memories. Our guide, Patrick, is a true gift to the world and anyone who gets to experience riding horses with him. He was a pure leader, genuine, kind, funny, uplifting… the best teacher for all involved. I really can’t find the perfect words to express how much I appreciate having him as my family’s guide. Thank you my friend. We will see you again.

This was an amazing...

Hailey_A, Mar 2026

This was an amazing experience. Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly; he made the experience truly enjoyable. The views were absolutely beautiful and the entire trip was not too long or too short. Unfortunately, we were not able to swim in the natural pool due to rough waters, but this is not something that ruined the entire experience.

Perfect experience,...

Lisa_T, Mar 2026

Perfect experience, amazing guide, spectacular scenery. Remember to put sunscreen on multiple times :)

Authentic and Amazing

Ann_C, Mar 2026

Be comfortable, swimming realize that you’re having a genuine authentic experience on an island where you are a guest. So thankful for the way these folks operate and run this ranch and take care of their guests while visiting.

So much fun!

Amy_Y, Mar 2026

We had so much fun riding the horses to the natural pool! Our guide was friendly and funny, the horses were sweet and well cared for, and the pool was so refreshing after the ride. Would definitely do it again when we go back to Aruba!

It’s definitely a long...

Joel_B, Mar 2026

It’s definitely a long ride in the sun. Make sure you have protection from the sun. No bathrooms once you start. Great guide and great views. Horses were great. Friendly staff. All level riders will have a nice ride. Our guide let us have fun with our horses once we were comfortable.

Rancho Loco a spiritual journey

Paulo_S, Mar 2026

Wear long pants and gym shoes! This excursion is a MUST. I went in thinking ok a horse ride this is gonna be nice... I walked away with a spiritual experience. The scenery, the ocean air and connection with my horse, unforgettable. Our guide was Patrick...wicked smart,knowledgeable patient and wise. Above all..the horses are obviously well cared for, healthy and the ranch is amazing clean and the staff sweet! I believe the Owner was on sight, shes a sharp lady.who knows her stuff. I could.go on and on, over all, the care of the horses the Ranch and staff all show! The ride brought out qualities in me that ill foster back home self confidence, leadership (my horse was Pegasus) strength,confidence and learning to let go and enjoy the ride!!!

Aruba on Horseback

Tammy_H, Mar 2026

No experience with horses required! Beautiful ride through National park to the natural pool! A great way to see Aruba's rugged beauty! The sea was too rough on the day of our ride to swim at the pool, but the beauty was spectacular!

Amazing experience from start to finish.

David_W, Feb 2026

I have no experience on horseback, my wife is very experienced. We both loved the tour. Riding through the cactii made me feel like a cowboy and the mid tour swim in the natural pool was a welcome break from the heat. The guides and other staff were brilliant, fun but giving the air of complete competence and concern regarding safety. I simply cannot recommend this tour too highly. JUST DO IT you won't be disappointed.

Excellent Adventure

Erick_L, Feb 2026

It is an excellent and unique way to see that part of Aruba. The sights on the way to the Natural Pool were beautiful. The saddlebags are roomy enough to bring a small towel, sunscreen, cell phone and I suggest water shoes for walking into the Natural Pool. There are water bottle holders on each side of the saddlebags. Everyone we came into contact with was friendly and helpful, from the driver that picked us up to the woman who welcomed us once we arrived. Our tour guide, Patrick, did a fantastic job of informing us on what to do and what to expect on the tour. Do not pass up the chance to take this tour while vacationing in Aruba.

Fantastic trail ride experience!

Paul_L, Feb 2026

This is one of the best, most unique adventure experiences we’ve ever been on! A full afternoon of riding and horsemanship in the great hands of Patrick, our fantastic guide. Cool ocean swimming spot halfway through the ride, loved it! Bonus gratitude to Carlos and Christie, who went above and beyond in retrieval of important items we had left behind - you are a top notch touring company and we would very much recommend you to anyone we know! Note to Viator: the pickup directions provided by the Viator app are not correct, the coordinates take you elsewhere, we experienced confusion as a result and had to use Google Maps to search for ‘Rancho Loco’, which then provided the right location. Please fix this.

Aruba Horseback riding-Awesome

Grace_T, Feb 2026

It was great fun. The wranglers were very informative and a lot of fun. Horses are gentle and mind well. The ocean views are breathtaking.

High light of out trip

Bonnie_S, Feb 2026

On Feb 4th my son, my sister, her husband and I did this horseback ride. I rode Muneco, my son rode Apollo and it was a great ride. These horses were well trained. Would recommend to anyone who wants to ride. Our tour guide and assistant were terrific and so much fun. We would do it again if we ever return to the island.

Awesome

Janeesa_L, Feb 2026

Very fun experience and would highly recommend to anyone! Very beginner friendly and the horses are easy to ride with. Patrick was also an amazing guild, very down to earth.

The BEST day!!

Lacey_C, Feb 2026

This was the best horse back riding experience we have ever done. They take such good care of their horses and do enforce the weight limit rule which is awesome to see. The horses were absolutely wonderful and so well behaved that we didn’t even have to do anything to guide them, they already knew exactly what to do. Patrick was our guide and he was amazing. He cares and knows those horses like the back of his hand.. we learned a lot from him for riding in the 3-4 hours we spent together for our ride. Next time we come back to Aruba we have already said we will be doing this ride to the natural pool again, it was the best way to see and experience it!!

As an experienced rider...

Colleen_R, Feb 2026

As an experienced rider and former horse owner, Rancho Loco's tour is top notch. They take excellent care of their horses and their guide matched the riders ability with the horses with incredible accuracy. Highly recommended this tour to see the rugged northern side of the island from horseback.

Views that you’ll remember forever

Andrea_T, Feb 2026

Truly amazing! Pickup at hotel was easy and on time. Once at the ranch you fill out a waiver and get weighed in. Then you meet with Selene and Patrick to meet the horses and learn about the ride. They are both amazing. Patrick is witty, fun and knowledgeable and Selene is kind, patient and a true animal lover. Don’t forget to bring cash to tip- they more than earn it Wear pants and closed toe shoes or you’ll feel it. The ride is amazing though the park. Beautiful sites (including goats and ship wrecks). The natural pool is stunning but very slippery - bring water shoes and a camera bag and towel. It gets deep fast. Stunning. Then you ride back. It was about 3 hours and worth every monites

I feel like horseback riding only I would recommend this

Loveleen_K, Jan 2026

This was an odd experience since it shows that we are able to swim in the nature lake, but we were able to since the water wasn’t safe for us, but still I believe that there could’ve been more things we could’ve done if they had they know that if things like this happen that people are not disappointing going back home that they weren’t able to do more I believe that we did have a lot of pushback for not coming there on time although some people have read the time wrong and then some people weren’t able make it on time since the other excursion ended close to the time that they thought the excursion was. I don’t think I would do this excursion again for a recommended to anyone.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

The majority of this tour is horseback riding with a stop at the Natural Pool to rest with an option to swim. The Natural Pool is located in Arikok National Park which is governed by the Park Rangers and of course Mother Nature. We have no control over either one. The park rangers determine whether the pool is safe for swimming. There is never a guarantee to swim! I am sorry you were disappointed you could not swim in the natural pool but safety is our top priority whether you are riding on a horse or swimming in the water. Nature is unpredictable. It was simply too rough and unsafe to swim. Our guides tried their best to make the best of the situation by taking you to the pool so you could put your feet in. They even took pictures of you and the rest of the riders at the pool and around the pool on your own phones. There were no complaints or protests at the time. You were all happy. You had no pushback even though we waited over 20 minutes for your friends who never showed up. The tour then proceeded normally.

Fun

Gerard_J, Jan 2026

Drink plenty of water before going…a towel if wearing shorts….believe me. The team there is very talented and can work well with anyone.

Awesome experience

Tracy_P, Jan 2026

Fun but challenging. Not for the faint hearted or first time horseback rider. You will be sore the following day!!

Great experience- even for a non horse lover

Chad_L, Jan 2026

For starters- I am not a fan of horses. I do one or two rides a year on vacation because my wife loves it. I asked for a helmet…. I don’t know if it was the horse or the staff, but I had my best ride ever - almost forgot I was on a horse. Even trotted and galloped a bit. Great scenery, relaxing, guides were fun, and I had fun. So, I highly recommend!

We had an amazing time....

Lisa_T, Jan 2026

We had an amazing time. The horse are beautiful and so seeet. The trail and ride were amazing with such beautiful views. The staff was great!! We would absolutely do this again.

Must do adventure - much better than ATV / SUV tours.

R_K, Jan 2026

Great experience - the entire team from owner to the guide did an excellent job. Horses are well cared for and a great shape. Patrick was a wonderful guide and I learned more in this trip about horseback riding than other tours I did in the past. Remember to follow instructions that the company sends out prior to the tour. For example, it helps to wear long sleeve UPF 50 shirt and pants. It gets too hot out there in trail and long sleeve helps protect you. I saw folks wearing half sleeve shirts getting sun burnt by the end of the tour.

Exceptional, Safe, and Unforgettable Experience

Steve_O, Jan 2026

Rancho Loco delivered an outstanding experience from start to finish. The tour was exceptionally well organized, with a strong emphasis on safety while still being genuinely fun and adventurous. The guides were professional, knowledgeable, and clearly committed to ensuring everyone felt comfortable and well looked after throughout the excursion. The highlight of the day was without question the visit to Aruba’s Natural Pool. Reaching such a stunning and remote location was an adventure in itself, and the experience once there exceeded expectations. The setting is spectacular, and having the opportunity to swim and relax in the Natural Pool was truly unforgettable. If you can take underwater video, you will see colourful fish and beautiful rock formation. The crashing of the waves on the other side of the rocks sends an incredible rush of spray in the air. This tour strikes the perfect balance between excitement, natural beauty, and professionalism. Highly recommended for anyone looking to experience Aruba beyond the beaches in a safe, well-run, and memorable way.

Excellent time with great horses

Jeniffer_S, Jan 2026

It was amazing time. Its great how much the ranch cares for these horses. They take the time to lake sure that they pair the right guest with the right horse. My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed this and plan on doing this again when we come back to Aruba. I highly recommend doing this. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️, 12/10 recommend.

They pick you up at your...

Jaclyn_D, Jan 2026

This experience was awesome. I’ve never ridden a horse before - Patrick and the team were so knowledgeable and teach you everything you need to know. I loved riding and would highly recommend this!!

You won’t regret it

Naida_P, Jan 2026

What an amazing experience. When you arrive you are greeted by a kind and super funny young woman. Then you are taken to the ranch where you meet Cowboy Patrick. He goes over the rules and matches you to a horse. The ride is through the ranch, into town, through the national park, all the way up to the natural pool. The ride is scenic, fun and the guides are very helpful! The horses were well trained and behaved. I’ve never trusted a horse like the one I was assigned to. It made the experience enjoyable not having to fear my horse. If you’re on the fence, don’t be… Book It! You won’t regret it.