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Horseback Ride Tour to Natural Pool in Arikok National Park

4.9 · 1,268 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 97% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Aruba Operated by Rancho Loco Aruba Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
3h 30m
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English, Spanish, Dutch
Start & pickup
09:00, 15:00 · Hotel pickup from 43 pickup points
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

The only way to reach the Natural Pool on horseback: a guided ride along a trail with no vehicles inside Arikok, a swim in the pool, park fees, helmets and hotel pickup all included.

No riding experience is needed, but a strict rider weight limit is enforced and towels are not supplied. 4.86 from 1,268 reviews at €141 per person.

Best for: The one ride to the Natural Pool: Arikok trail, swim, park fees, helmet and pickup at €141 per person for 3h 30m; age eight up. 4.86 from 1,268 reviews. Horseback Riding comparison

Trade-off: Weight cap; age eight up; towels not supplied.

In our comparison: #1 of 11 in Horseback Riding, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

Editorial check: September 19, 2026How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Spanish, Dutch.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Afternoon TourThe page price3 hour horseback riding tour to the Natural Pool Pickup included€138
Morning tour2.5-3 hour horseback riding tour to the Natural Pool Pickup included€138

Children from €138 (ages 8 to 17). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 19 September 2026.

Included and not included

  • 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 fully clothed - strictly enforced for the well being our riders & our horses
  • Towels

Reviews

4.9
1,268 ratings
Viator 713 · Tripadvisor 555

97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 1,225 of 1,268

Star breakdown of all 1,268 ratings

5 stars
1,180 · 93%
4 stars
45 · 4%
3 stars
14 · 1%
2 stars
7 · 1%
1 star
22 · 2%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides, horse care and trail scenery; rough seas can rule out the natural pool swim.

Praised

  • Patient, humorous guides who reassure nervous riders
  • Horses described as well cared for and well trained
  • Careful matching of horses to riders' confidence and experience
  • Desert, cactus and rocky coastline views from the trail
  • Refreshing swims in the natural pool when conditions allow

Complaints

  • Rough seas sometimes prevent swimming in the natural pool
  • Rugged riding can be physically demanding and leave riders sore
  • Heat and direct sun on the trail
  • Slippery rocks around the natural pool

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (9 January 2026 to 30 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
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! This operator requires you to contact them directly prior to this tour/activity. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
09:00, 15:00, 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 43 pickup points (43 pickup points listed by the operator, 42 of them hotels)
Operator
Rancho Loco Aruba; 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 travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Children

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum age is 8 years old

Good to know

  • Children from €138 ages 8 to 17

The booking form will also ask for: dates of birth, weights, 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 · #1 of 11€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
Horseback Riding Wariruri Beach Tour in Aruba€841h 30m4.85 (140)shared

Ranked #1 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

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