Aruba Natural Pool Exploration: A Relaxing Walk Through Undiscovered Terrain
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23 Ratings
Santa Cruz
Embark on a relaxing walk through undiscovered terrain in Aruba's natural pool. Explore the rugged northern coast, spot sea turtles nesting, and swim in the secluded Conchi. Join us now!
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Natural Pool - We will walk through the wild coast of the island the last stop is the famous natural pool on the north coast of Aruba. Where you will be able to swim and be the first one before the crowded jeep tours
- Boca Ketu - We may spot leather back turtles nest when is the season, this is the most secluded and isolated beach with an island rock in the middle. We may be the only ones there
What's Included
- Snacks
What's Not Included
- Park conservation fee $20 per adult is not included, must pay in cash upon meeting with your guide
- Bottled water
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Private transportation
Additional Information
We kick off our stroll with a glimpse of the stunning, jagged northern shoreline. Our journey continues along the isolated rural trail where I’ll highlight various endemic flora and fauna, sharing local anecdotes, covering the historical aspects concerning gold, and introducing you to the local language, Papiamento. Reaching the northern sands, we might come across nesting sea turtles at the island’s most private, secluded beach. Our journey leads us to the renowned Conchi natural pool where we get to swim before the crowd from the jeeps arrive.
It’s a laid-back, undemanding walk through a lesser-known, remote area.
Our meeting point will be the Macdonald’s positioned in Sta. Cruz on route 4. Waiting for a maximum of 5 minutes, we then depart to our trail, an 8-minute car ride away. Do note, transportation isn’t covered.
There will be plenty of time for you to swim, snorkel in the natural pool, or capture photos of the beautiful scenery.
Location
McDonald's
Santa Cruz
If you have your own transportation or taken a taxi pls. meet us at Macdonald's located in Santa Cruz in route 4 next to Citgo gas station.
Meeting at 6:25 am sharp, in order to avoid the heat, high uv light and the crowds. Be punctual. Max. Waiting time 5 mins.
NO REFUNDS FOR NO SHOWS OR BE LATE
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(23 Ratings)
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Eroldd2024
Apr 18, 2024
Amazing Hiking Experience to The Natural Pool. - I have to say, the BEST way to experience one of Aruba's most unique and amazing sights is with this Sunrise walking Tour! Yari & Genesis are amazing, very knowledgeable tour guides. You get to know the history of Aruba while also learning about the Flora & Fauna. Walking with a small group of people makes the experience feel like a private tour. Also, the Time is PERFECT! You get there early and leave just in time before it gets hot or have the sun on top of you, and you still have the whole day to enjoy after. Honestly this walking experience is so much better than being on big jeeps filled with people rushing from point to point. A Walking Tour is much. better and worth it!
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Goran_b
Mar 29, 2024
The Early Bird Get the Worm - Yari provided one of the best experiences on the island. Her promptness, warm and friendly personality, and extensive local knowledge made the early morning hike absolutely worth it. She pointed out hidden in plain sight features and shared fascinating stories about the island's history, making the journey come alive.
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Nickeya_m
Mar 24, 2024
Great hike and swim! - It was quite fantastic swimming in the natural pool. You can see a lot of cool fish! The guide was quite friendly as well. Highly recommend this activity!
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Bethwl4080ck
Mar 22, 2024
Great adventure in Aruba - Yari was a great guide. So knowledgeable and friendly. Hike was a good distance. Not too long but a nice workout. Swim was pretty surroundings and refreshing. Great activity in Aruba. I wish the pic to advertise the hike was not in a cave since the actual natural pool is not in a cave, but you do get access to the caves by paying the entrance to the national park. You just have to drive there on your own after the adventure. Overall a great morning.
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Samantha_c
Feb 26, 2024
Amazing - This hike is a must-do while in Aruba! The views were outstanding and we got so many wonderful pictures. Getting to swim in the natural pool was so fun and our tour guide was so friendly!
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Nate_d
Feb 25, 2024
Great way to start the day in Aruba! - Genesis was a great guide! Park was gorgeous and it felt like we had it all to ourselves, especially while swimming in the pools. Just enough exercise without being strenuous. Saw some interesting birds and lizards.
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159nated
Feb 24, 2024
Great way to start a day in Aruba! - We had a great time and Genesis was a fantastic guide! The park is beautiful and swimming in the pools before the jeep tours arrived made it feel like we were the only ones in the park. Hike wasn’t too strenuous and being early in the morning beat the hot temperatures. Great way to start a day in Aruba!
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P7498jajulies
Feb 1, 2024
Unforgettable walk to Arubas Natural Pool - A very nice walk on Arubas rough side to a realy spectacular place called "natural pool"! A must if you want to see the real Aruba, untouched and above all with a very knowledgeable Guide, Yari. She realy takes care of everybody and she is as authentic as Aruba, one happy Island it seems.
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Bridey_f
Jan 18, 2024
You have to do this! - Book this hike now! You won't regret it. It's a beautiful guided walk about a mile maybe, through part of Arikok National Park, to the Conchi Natural Pool.
Yari is friendly, personable, professional, and knowledgeable. Such a great guide!
The terrain is hilly with some loos rocks, gravel, but it's definitely a walk, not a climb. There are lots of little stops along the way when Yari explains history, flora, and fauna, and these give you a lote break. My mother is 70, and not I perfect shape, and she was fine. That said, you do have to be comforts ly ambulatory with decent balance.
I loved this trip and I would do it again!
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Christopher_w
Mar 24, 2024
Awesome hike and pool visit - It was a beautiful day for the hike… and the natural pool was perfect! Our group was the first group there and only ones in the pool for the 1st 20 mins…. Awesome. Even when other hikers join it was not crowded and we had plenty of time in the pool before any big tour groups showed up! Would have like a bit more
Tour guide info along the walk, but would definitely do again!!!!
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