Private Aruba National Park Hiking & Natural Pool Swimming
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Aruba
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
What's Included
- SnacksHealth bars
- Bottled water
- Use of Snorkeling equipmentUse of Snorkelling equipment
- No Beach towel
- No Sun block
- Entry fee Per person to the park ($20 USD)
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Start time.8:00 am
Itinerary
1
Daimari Beach
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Boca Ketu
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
3
Conchi Natural Pool
1 hour 45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
4
Boca Ketu
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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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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Howard is a fantastic tour guide! His tour is knowledgeable, and he provided a lot of information about the island, the people, and the history. He is so personable and very attentive to details of providing a great tour of Arikok Park! I would highly recommend Howard and his tour!
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This was a wonderful morning. We went early to beat the crowds and the kids had a million questions for Howard who was an excellent guide. We walked and snorkeled and and truly understood why Aruba is the happiest island.
We had an awesome time with Howard on our tour. He suggested we go early for a sunrise tour which was great because we beat the crowds at the natural pool. He was incredibly accommodating and knowledgeable about the area. Swimming in the natural pool felt like swimming in our own aquarium. It was truly an amazing experience.
Go early. The natural pool get busy from other excursions. Our guide Arvid was a wonderful young man. The hike is not easy. Lots of hill, sand and rocks. But the views and the island history makes it worth it. The snorkeling was a wonderful.
I can't recommend Howard's tour enough! He was extremely communicative ahead of the tour, offering to make adjustments to the start time, and clarifying what we should bring. As a proud Aruban, he was extremely knowledgeable about the area we were hiking through, but also happy to share his thoughts on current affairs in Aruba. He made a special effort to get us to the natural pool BEFORE the crowds, so we could truly enjoy its beauty. Plus, he was very committed to our safety, carrying snacks and water for us, and even swimming with us (he's a trained lifeguard, and the rocks around the pool can be dangerous). The tour was a highlight of our visit to Aruba, and I hope everyone has the chance to join Howard for a visit to Arikok National Park soon.
This was so fun! Highly recommend! Howard picked me up at the hotel, he was super patient and friendly ! And from the hotel we went to the park, we got there super early and beat the crowd!
Howie's hike through Arikok National Park is an exceptional experience! It was my favorite thing I did during a weeklong stay in Aruba. You get a generous and knowledgeable guide in Howie, and he makes a bit of a rugged hike fly by. On the day I went, it was too rough to swim at Conchi, but that was OK because we still got to see the awesome spectacle of the waves crashing ashore and filling the pool. Over the course of three hours, we didn't see another person in the park--it was like we had it all to ourselves. I would definitely do this again and refer friends going to Aruba to hike with Howie, too. In my opinion, it's the best way to see Arikok and get a real sense of the park and its landscapes.
Howard is far from your regular tour guide. As a firefighter, he shows genuine care for people—and we felt that warmth from the very moment our tour began.
If you’ve done your homework, you know that Aruba isn’t a typical tropical island. The national park sits on the opposite side, far removed from the classic palm trees and sandy beaches. So, you'll discover a stunning landscape of cacti, sand, rugged stones, powerful waves, and even a fascinating vineyard.
Howard is a fantastic storyteller, an absolute pro at taking photos, and he makes sure you never go hungry or thirsty on the road.
Howard is a great tour guide! He shared a lot of history and stories about the park and Aruba. Very friendly and would definitely recommend!
This is awesome. Howie is a great local guide.
Everything was better than expected. Started early and ended ion schedule. We were very pleased and appreciated the quick stop by the family bakery which was a highlight.
Was just perfect. Highly recommended.
Howard is a fantastic tour guide! His tour is knowledgeable, and he provided a lot of information about the island, the people, and the history. He is so personable and very attentive to details of providing a great tour of Arikok Park! I would highly recommend Howard and his tour!
The tour was amazing! Howard was an absolute delight. This was an incredible experience that I would recommend for everyone. Howard is knowledgeable and clearly enjoys what he does. My daughter and I had a great time.
Moderate hike to natural pool for snorkeling. Water was clear and refreshing. Saw beautiful fish. Howie was knowledgeable about the island and took photos of us along the way! Would recommend this tour!
Howard was an amazing guide! He explained the history of the park and the area! He provided an understanding of the community and the food. He was thoughtful and shared his love of the island and our safety in nature!
It was a beautiful hike. Howard is an excellent guide.
The terrain is a little steep, so wear good shoes.
Howard provides water and a banana.
We had a fantastic hike in the park with Howie as our tour guide. He is incredibly knowledgeable about Aruba and answered all of our questions thoroughly. Our conversation went far beyond what we saw on the trail. We also learned about the island’s government, culture, and history.
Howie was personable, polite, and encouraged us to take our time exploring. We never felt rushed and truly appreciated the relaxed pace. I highly recommend this hike to anyone wanting to experience this beautiful country on a deeper, more meaningful level.
We had an enjoyable day hiking in the National Park with Howard. He made sure we had water and walked at a comfortable pace for everyone in our party. The water was rough at the pools so only 2 of us got in. The other tour groups were not allowed to do this as the national park person knew that Howard would make sure we were safe. We got to see a heard of wild goats and some endangered owls. He even took us to the grocery store for some beer to take to the beach, which he dropped us off at and we took a taxi back to . Overall a great experience
I can’t say enough great things about this hiking experience inside Arikok National Park. The views were absolutely amazing, and Howie was incredibly knowledgeable about the local history, explaining everything we were seeing along the way. Throughout the hike, it truly felt like we were getting a premium experience compared to the large group tours. Having the hike be private with just my girlfriend and me made it even more special. Howie even brought his camera and took great photos, which was an awesome bonus.
We also stopped at the natural pool, which was a lot of fun. We got to snorkel and feed some of the fish that call the pool home. From pickup to drop-off, Howie’s knowledge and kindness made the entire experience smooth, personal, and extremely memorable.
When we return to Aruba, we will absolutely be booking with Howie again to show us even more of the incredible sights the island has to offer.
Howard was a fabulous tour guide! He was punctual, communicative, extremely knowledgeable of the island’s history and in navigating us to the natural pool at the pace we desired. He took photographs along the tour which captured the beauty of the island and will be great memories for us. He had water, snacks, sunscreen and snorkeling gear available. We Highly recommend taking his personal tour!
Uncle Howie felt like family! He shared his love and knowledge of hiking in Aruba, flora, fauna, history, animals, geography and Arubian culture and family life. We visited 2 beaches not accessible by vehicle- very cool. Hiked sand dunes and hillsides. The third beach has a natural tidal pool for swimming and snorkeling. Howie provided snorkeling 🤿 and snacks and water. He takes professional photos of our adventure and shares them with you later. He paced the hike comfortably for these older folks- much appreciated! Don’t hesitate to book with Uncle Howie. Did I mention it was private? Just 2 of us for $80 each. Did I mention I saw rainbow fish while snorkeling? Yup. The best day. Thank you Uncle Howie! Will be hiking with you again!
The tour was fantastic and could not be more pleased with our guide Howie, very personable and informative. Highly recommend this tour. We met at a breakfast place and rode with him in his vehicle to the park entrance. The hike to Conchi I think about an hour. Pretty easy hike, but rocky and some steep parts along with sand. Beautiful hiking. We met at 7:30am and were at Conchi around 9am. The pool was empty but only for about 10 minutes before the jeep tours folks starting coming in. It's a neat pool, a bit smaller than I expected. Howie brought nice quality snorkel equipment, bread to feed the fish to bring them to us, fruit and water. He also deliberately took pictures along the way and sent them to us.
Uncle Howie is the best. This is a nice private hike and allows you to see some things you would probably not see on your own. He makes sure you are safe and having a good experience. It gives you a chance to talk with a local while seeing some great scenery. Not to mention, he is also a great photographer and will get you some wonderful pictures for memories to keep. This was awesome! I will likely do this again on my next trip to Aruba.
The day was amazing. Howie was so kind and made sure we were always comfortable and got to stop and see what we wanted to see. The natural pool was so peaceful. We had it lol to ourselves for about 30 mins before anyone else was there. He took pictures of us along the way. This so a must do and he is your guy. I gave 5 stars wish I could have given 10
What an incredible adventure with Uncle Howie’s Hiking Tour. This was a demanding hike, but absolutely worth it for the scenery, nature, and everything we experienced along the way. As experienced hikers in our 60s, we felt completely respected from start to finish—never rushed, never talked down to, just genuinely welcomed.
We saw so much wildlife and learned a ton along the way. One real highlight was spotting the Shoco (Athene cunicularia arubensis), Aruba’s national bird, an endangered, endemic burrowing owl that’s threatened by habitat loss. We also learned about the leatherback sea turtle nesting sites and how they’re now protected, the invasive boa constrictor, and so much more about the island’s flora, fauna, and ecosystems.
The Natural Pool was stunning, though the tides were very high that day so swimming wasn’t allowed. Even so, the tour was perfect—and to make sure we still had an unforgettable day, Howie surprised us by taking us to Hooiberg Mountain. We climbed the famous 500+ steps (around 587!) and were rewarded with amazing panoramic views of the island.
Howie also took professional-quality photos of us throughout our 4-hour trek and shared them with us afterward—for free, which was such a thoughtful touch. And just when we thought the day couldn’t get better, he made a stop at a local Aruban bakery before dropping us off at our hotel. BRAVO!!
I could honestly go on and on. Howie is an amazing, kind, knowledgeable field guide who truly loves what he does—and it shows. This was hands-down one of the best experiences we had in Aruba.
Howie recommended we start our hike a little earlier than scheduled to catch the sunrise and avoid the crowds and he was right! We got to see beautiful scenery before it got too hot and we were the first ones at the Conchi natural pool. Since it was just us on the tour, Howie stopped at Bright's Bakery and introduced us to some local pastries. Great excursion!
Uncle Howie is the absolute best! Not only is this tour the best way to see the national park (you walk through such different landscapes in a short amount of time) and he provides you with knowledge on all the history, but he went and above and beyond as my boyfriend was planning a surprise proposal!! Uncle Howie asked all the tour guides to keep people out of the cave for a few mins when my bf was going to propose (which he was not asked to do), and was so thoughtful in bringing a camera, and making sure I did not suspect a thing. The cave was not even part of the original itinerary and he went out of his way for an extra hour and a half to make it happen. This was all done out of the goodness of his heart. He is truly a gem and this hiking tour is a must do!!
Uncle Howie’s hiking adventure was more than what I expected. Breathtaking views, at our own pace, a local point of view. Beyond satisfied with this excursion. 10 out of 10 recommend
We had an incredible experience with Uncle Howie! We inquired about the large mountain and Howie shared that he usually does not do the Hooiberg Hill. This is a hike up stairs (about 575). I glad he made the exception as it was well worth it(in place of the cove swim) The views were unforgettable. We then went to the Arikok National park. It was like going back in time to see and experience the awesome beauty of the National Park. Howie shared so much about the Island and park.. This tour was worth every penny! Make sure to book with Uncle Howie!!
Great hike in national park with Uncle Howie who is a native and gives you great historic background on Aruba and the park. The snorkeling was great at tge water hole.
The park is best experienced on foot and my
new favorite uncle is terrific. We learned about Aruban history, flora, fauna, and merry weather. If you can cover 5k you’re good to go. BTW, don’t try that road in a rental car! Rugged trip to the trail head. Also, without an experienced guide we might still be wandering around. Go with Howie. He’s great.
Our tour guide was amazing, friendly, and knowledgeable of the park. He followed our pace and let us stay in the natural pool for as long as we wanted. Was flexible and adjusted to our traveling arrangements. Highly recommend setting up a tour of the national park with him
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