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Aruba North Coastline: Small-Group Horseback Riding Tour

4.7 · 226 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 94% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Aruba Operated by The Gold Mine Ranch Horseback Riding Tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
1h 40m–2h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English, Spanish
Start & pickup
16:00 · Hotel pickup from 45 pickup points
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

An afternoon ride along the wild north coast past the Bushiribana gold mill ruins and empty beaches, with instructions, helmets and transport from the hotel zone.

Riders must be under the stated weight limit, wear long trousers and closed shoes, and the start time is fixed. 4.74 from 226 reviews at €100 per person.

In our comparison: #8 of 11 in Horseback Riding, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €100 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Use of horseback riding tack
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Helmets (optional but recommended for adults, mandatory for children)
  • Riding and safety instructions
  • Gratuities
  • Please do not book if you exceed our weight limit of 225 lbs
  • Private transportation

Children from €83 (ages 10 to 12). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 19 September 2026.

Reviews

4.7
226 ratings
Tripadvisor 115 · Viator 111

94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 212 of 226

Star breakdown of all 226 ratings

5 stars
200 · 88%
4 stars
12 · 5%
3 stars
3 · 1%
2 stars
3 · 1%
1 star
8 · 4%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the horses and coastal scenery, but some report distracted guides and shouting

Praised

  • Coastal and desert views along a route past cacti and rocky shores
  • Calm, responsive horses that reviewers describe as well cared for
  • Guidance that helps many first time riders feel comfortable
  • Guides take photos at scenic stops using guests' own phones
  • Chances to trot or canter for riders who enjoy a faster pace

Complaints

  • Some find the guides attentive, while others report distraction and shouting
  • Bumpy terrain and saddle soreness make the ride uncomfortable for some

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (14 March 2024 to 28 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Arrival time is 3:30 pm for the mandatory riding instructions. We are located on the road to the natural bridge and Bushiribana gold mill ruins. We are the last stop on that road, Right next to the Ostrich farm. Please contact us if you need transportation. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
16:00, daily except Sun; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
Hotel pickup from 45 pickup points (45 pickup points listed by the operator, 44 of them hotels)
Operator
The Gold Mine Ranch Horseback Riding Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Children from €83 ages 10 to 12

The booking form will also ask for: weights, heights, arrival flight or ship details

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Horseback Riding

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #8 of 11€1001h 40m–2h4.74 (226)shared
Horseback Ride Tour to Natural Pool in Arikok National Park€1413h 30m4.86 (1268)shared
Aruba's Northern Coast Horseback Adventure€1001h 40m4.9 (222)shared
2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour to Little Natural Bridge in Aruba€1051h 40m4.86 (276)shared

Ranked #8 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. Compare all 11 Horseback Riding

From €100 per adult