Aruba's Arikok Park Horse Ride: Explore Flora and Fauna on a Natural Pool Tour
4.8
798 Ratings
Santa Cruz

Get back to nature on one of our friendly steeds. This tour takes you through Aruba’s Arikok Park, a national treasure that contains some of the most colorfully diverse flora and fauna in the region. Once inside the park our trail has no motorized vehicles allowed on it.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Sombre 22 - Embark on a 2.5-hour equestrian adventure through the rugged landscapes and breathtaking shorelines of Aruba. Your journey commences with a serene trot along the Nacho Trail, leading to Moro Beach and The Natural Pool. As you traverse this peaceful path, immerse yourself in the pristine wilderness that envelops you. Marvel at the desert vistas featuring a tapestry of shrubs, cacti, and vivid rock structures, and be on the lookout for indigenous goats roaming freely. Past the sandy expanses and Moro Beach, you’ll discover the Natural Pool, an exquisite array of volcanic stone that mimics a small mountain chain. The enclosed waters provide an idyllic spot to unwind for about 25 minutes and indulge in a refreshing swim before you remount your gallant horse and commence the return trip to Rancho Loco.
What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • National Park fees
  • Professional guide
  • Use of helmet
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Maximum weight 220lbs which is strictly enforced for the well being our riders & our horses
Additional Information
  • 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…Maximum age is 70
  • 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
Location
Sombre
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!
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Patrick_r
Mar 17, 2024
Unforgettable, first class experience. - This is a trip-defining success. The gold-hearted owner who rescues horses, the incredible guides ( I’m looking at you, Patrick!), the beautifully cared-for horses, the stunning scenery, all combine for a truly magical experience. Novices are welcome, and horses are matched by personalities to their riders. More experienced riders will also enjoy picking up the pace frequently. Patrick’s pre-mount up pep talk was Perfectly executed, getting everyone in the mood and right frame of mind to ride. This is a real memory maker experience. Top notch in every way. Lakey the driver is also a cool dude.
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Maryjog524
Mar 16, 2024
Sun, Fun and instills bravery & confidence! - Our guides were all exceptional! We'll worth the money! A long ride to the ocean. Great horses! We even got to canter a bit! Wish we could have gone in the natural.pool but it was too rough that day.
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568wendief
Mar 16, 2024
Horse Riding to Natural Pool - Amazing trip! Very knowledgeable and friendly and teach you everything you need to know for riding your horse. The horses are very well trained. The views are beautiful and it is such a unique experience. The natural pool is very fun to swim in and the timing is great with the horse ride. I really enjoyed this trip and 10/10 would recommend. Even went out of their way to bring back a bag I forgot to my hotel. Thank you guys!
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Pamela_b
Mar 10, 2024
Phenomenal - The staff was great! The horses were well trained & safe! I did not know what to expect but this was an experience that I will definitely treasure for the rest of my life! Thank you so much for making my birthday vacation even more amazing!
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Maria_p
Mar 10, 2024
Excellent Tour - I have done a number of trail rides over the years and this definitely was one of the best. The horses are obviously highly valued and well cared for. There were 3 guides for 11 riders. The guides were conscientious about everyone's safety and also very personable and friendly. I would book this tour again because it's a wonderful way to appreciate the beauty of Arikok and the Natural Pool. Can't stress enough though to have adequate sun protection!
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Robin_o
Mar 9, 2024
Perfect excursion - Sweetest horses ever! My husband loved Titan as he is an experienced rider, while I adored Carmelo! We had the best time on this excursion! The guides were perfect (Patrick, Luis, Andreas) and the natural pool was so beautiful and breathtaking! Recommend eating beforehand as it’s a long trip. Our driver was super informative about all things Aruba along our way to the ranch, we loved his hospitality and helpful tips! Saddle bags fit every item we needed: towels water, phone and sunscreen. Thanks for helping me get over my fear of horses guys!!!!! DO NOT AKIL THIS ONE! Best way to see this beautiful island!
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Catherine_b
Mar 9, 2024
Fun adventure with our young adult kids - The guides were very friendly and gave all necessary instruction. The horses were well trained. The scenery along the beach was beautiful. We were able to trot/canter a fair amount. Everyone in our group had an amazing time. This excursion is well worth the expense!
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Batesfamily7
Mar 5, 2024
Awesome lead riders.great experience - The horses were so well trained and the staff was so instructional and helpful.they took the time to walk beside me and my horse as I was having a balance issue.all the riders were so patient with me and everyone else in the group of 10. Would definately recommend to others, but be warned you do trot a bit and walk amongst rocky terrain..but the views were worth it
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Jim_d
Mar 3, 2024
Great fun and spectacular views - The guides were very friendly and made sure you were comfortable with your horse. It was a slow relaxing ride and the ocean views were spectacular. Would recommend to everyone.
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Michelleho770jn
Mar 20, 2024
Beautiful ride/disappointment @ highlight of trip… - Start to finish, the staff, views, horses were perfect and the trip was very enjoyable. Our only regret was that we were not allowed to enter the natural pool. Our leader advised us of this when we approached the pool and we were very disappointed, to say the least. There were other tourists there plus park rangers allowing people in the natural pool and assisting them. I understand that it is a ‘safety’ issue, but nonetheless, we are all adults and strong swimmers and booked this trip for that very reason. I would have given 5 stars but, like I said….we are adults and would have taken full responsibility for our actions. Also, had there not been others in the pool and no rangers, it would have been easier to accept our leader’s decision.
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