--- title: Aruba Horseback Riding Tour For Advanced Riders lang: en type: tour city: Aruba country: Caribbean price: 113 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.74 reviews: 130 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Riders who can gallop rank_in_category: 7 of 11 (Horseback Riding) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/tours/aruba-horseback-riding-tour-for-advanced-riders/ --- # Aruba Horseback Riding Tour For Advanced Riders **Guidekin's take:** A two hour ride for people who can already control a horse: trails through the cunucu to the rough north east coast, a beach walk when the weather allows and a controlled gallop on the dunes if the guide agrees, with your choice of tack, helmet and minivan pickup. Weight limit applies, water is not included. 4.74 from 130 reviews at €113 per person. In our comparison: #7 of 11 in Horseback Riding, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview From the ranch you will be taken on a 2-hour guided horseback riding tour through the 'Cunucu' or Aruban countryside with no streets or traffic and venture to where the iguanas, parakeets roam free. Enjoy the rough north east coast with the waves crashing wildly onto the rocky shores,walk on a beach if weather permits, into the ocean. If the guide sees you can control your horse well the dunes of soft white sand are a great place for a controlled gallop,scenic views and photos. This tour is very nice for the more advanced riders. English and western tack available. Galloping is allowed for the experienced riders (tour guides discretion). After the ride com and enjoy a cold drink we have for sale in our cozy country Bar. For the early riders we also have coffee and thee for sale. Try one our Famous delicious Dutch Grilled sandwiches. Free round-trip transportation provided. Choose from one of two departure times when you book. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: from 37 pickup points - Starts 07:00, 10:00: 2 departures a day - Food not included: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase) - Children from €113: ages 7 to 17 **Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 37 pickup points ## Key facts - Price: from €113 per person for the Advanced 2hrs ride option; other options up to €258 - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.74/5 from 130 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Rancho Notorious Enterprises NV - Group: Shared tour · private option available - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Start times: 07:00, 10:00 - Booking: mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.74 from 130 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 92% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 120 of 130. - 5 stars: 115 (88%) - 4 stars: 5 (4%) - 3 stars: 3 (2%) - 2 stars: 5 (4%) - 1 star: 2 (2%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the horses and coastal scenery; beginners in the group can limit the pace for experienced riders. **Praised:** - Horses described as well behaved and responsive - Many riders enjoy opportunities to trot, canter and gallop - Cactus trails, rocky hills and views of the coastline - Guides match horses to riders and offer help when needed - Guides take photos along the trails and by the coast **Complaints:** - Some enjoy faster riding, while others find beginners in the group limit the pace - Some ride on beaches, while others say the route never reaches the sand - Some find guides informative, while others report little or no English commentary Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2020-04-12 to 2026-08-08); last checked 2026-10-03. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Advanced 2hrs ride | €113 / person | English, Spanish | N-East Coast, Beach, wish garden and Sand dunes advanced ride. Pickup included | | Advanced Private 2hrs ride | €258 / person | English, Spanish | Advanced Private ride: Enjoy a 2 hour private advanced ride not having to depend on everyone else. Pickup included | ## What's included - Local guide - Choice of English or Western tack - Use of helmet - Transport by air-conditioned minivan - Hotel/port pickup and drop-off ## Not included - Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase) - Gratuities - Bottled water ## Itinerary 1. **Rancho Notorious Aruba** (admission included) - After your pick-up, we'll take you to the ranch situated in the typical Aruban countryside. The guide will provide basic instructions, mount you on your horse (English and Western tack available), and lead you on the trails. The ride is approximately 2 hours. The guide will... 2. **Aruba** - From the ranch, we will take you on horseback through our 'Cunucu' or Aruban countryside, without crossing streets or encountering traffic, to a hidden lagoon where donkeys, iguanas, parakeets, and more live. Perfect for beginners and children, this scenic ride offers great... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 07:00, 10:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point We recommend navigating directly to "Rancho Notorious" using Google Maps or Waze. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJLVl8R_Y3hY4Rji8TUuTVe7Y Pickup points listed by the operator: 37 Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship - Maximum weight 200 LBS per person - Pick up times vary from 45 minutes to 15 minutes prior to tour departure time. Please confirm with us your pick up time at your hotel or pick up location. - If you come with your own transportation you need to be at the ranch at least 20 minutes prior to tour departure time - The driver will leave after 5 minutes after pick up time at you pick up location. please be on time. we can only reschedule you at extra cost if there is availability - Please call to confirm your pickup time or arrival time if you have your own transportation. This can vary by season - Refunds will not be issued if tour / activity is missed due to late arrival at the ranch or pick up location or NO-SHOW Booking asks for: weights, arrival flight or ship details ## Compared with other Horseback Riding | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #7 of 11** | €113 | 2h | 4.74 (130) | shared | | [Horseback Ride Tour to Natural Pool in Arikok National Park](/caribbean/aruba/tours/horseback-ride-tour-to-natural-pool-in-arikok-national-park/?format=md) | €141 | 3h 30m | 4.86 (1268) | shared | | [Aruba's Northern Coast Horseback Adventure](/caribbean/aruba/tours/aruba-s-northern-coast-horseback-adventure/?format=md) | €100 | 1h 40m | 4.9 (222) | shared | | [2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour to Little Natural Bridge in Aruba](/caribbean/aruba/tours/2-hour-horseback-riding-tour-to-little-natural-bridge-in-aruba/?format=md) | €105 | 1h 40m | 4.86 (276) | shared | Ranked #7 of 11 in Horseback Riding by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €84 to €181, median €105; typical length 1h 40m. 0 of 11 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/horseback-riding-aruba/?format=md ## More in Aruba - All Aruba tours: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/tours/aruba-horseback-riding-tour-for-advanced-riders/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/?format=md