Horseback Ride Tour to Natural Pool in Arikok National Park
Get back to nature with Rancho Loco on the one and only horseback riding tour through Arikok National Park to the Natural Pool, Aruba’s most popular and most remote nature destination only reached by walking, horseback or 4x4. Our expert guides instruct and match you to your horse, no experience is needed. Your tour takes you into the Park for a relaxing ride on the Nacho Trail (no vehicle traffic) to experience a nature lover’s treasure that contains some of the most diverse flora, fauna and huge cacti in the region. Keep an eye out for wild goats as you ride up into highlands for photo worthy views of the island before descending to the coastline to reach the famous Natural Pool, a stunning formation of volcanic rocks that resemble a miniature mountain range, known locally as “Conchi”. Spend 30 minutes exploring the area or swimming in the pool before heading back to the ranch. Say goodbye to your trusty steed and have a cold drink at the bar (extra) before departing.
Options
Afternoon Tour
Tour departs at 3:00pm
Pickup included
What's included in Horseback Ride Tour to Natural Pool in Arikok National Park
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Rancho Loco Aruba
Your tour starts with hotel pickup and transfer to Rancho Loco, where a friendly local guide will provide instructions on how to handle a horse. Pair up with a well-trained equine friend and get comfortable in the saddle before taking off.
Arikok National Park
Head into gorgeous Arikok National Park and ride up the hills to enjoy a great view of the island. Trot along sand dunes on the beach and admire the scenery of the shoreline before coming to rest at a pristine natural pool.
Conchi Natural Pool
Enjoy a 30-minute break and take in the beautiful setting of the natural pool while cooling off. After spending time swimming or resting, it’s time to get back on the saddle and ride back to Rancho Loco.
Inclusions
- Swim in the famous Natural Pool
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- National Park fees
- Helmets - 12 and under mandatory
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Maximum weight 220lbs which is strictly enforced for the well being our riders & our horses
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Riders shall *not exceed* 220 lbs 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
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 60 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
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. 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 / End Points
- 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!
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WEIGHT RESTRICTION - 220 lbs AGE RESTRICTION - Minimum age 8 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. Long Pants and closed shoes are strongly recommended. Should you choose to wear shorts, please bring a pool towel to put over the saddle for your comfort. Large backpacks are not allowed on the horses but each horse has saddlebags for your personal belongings. Hats must be securely fastened with a strap. This operator requires you to contact them directly prior to this tour/activity. Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions. Not recommended for pregnant women. 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.