Aruba ATV Adventure: North Coast Off-Road Exploration

Overview

Embark on a 4-hour ATV excursion to explore the wild landscapes of Aruba's north coast. Accompanied by a local guide, you will visit up to 10 iconic stops, including a swim at Andicuri Beach and a visit to Philip's Animal Garden to feed the animals. Two vehicle options are available depending on your needs: a single-seater ATV for solo driving or a double-seater ATV with a tandem passenger seat. The adventure takes place on rugged desert terrain, and you will be equipped with a helmet and a bandana. The service includes free pick-up and drop-off from most hotels, Airbnbs, and the Aruba cruise port. Bottled water and non-alcoholic beverages are provided to keep you hydrated throughout the journey.

Itinerary

1. Philip's Animal Garden

   For all the ones who are lovers of animals, you will just love to visit Philips Animal Garden, as it is one of the largest wildlife sanctuaries and rehabilitation centers. There are more than 60 species that are abandoned and rescued. It is just the perfect habitat for all rescued animals on the island in which they are well cared for, and both the adults & children will be able to visit it. This animal garden is a recommended sightseeing attraction for all tourists. The Philip's Animal Garden is open on all days of the week and is one of our tour's most prominent sightseeing attractions. Once you enter the animal garden, you will be given a free feeding bag for the animals. It is incredible how the animal garden, which Philip manages, is home to many rescued species. This attraction is something that most of the guests love to visit, and it is the perfect way to kickstart the ATV tour.

   · 20 min

2. Alto Vista Chapel

   Popularly known as the "Pilgrims Church," the Alto Vista Chapel is a famous Catholic chapel, a sightseeing attraction for guests, built-in 1750 by a known Spanish missionary. Being the first chapel built on the island of Aruba, most tourists make sure to visit this sightseeing attraction. The location of this chapel is on the hills just above the northern shore of the sea. The history of the Alto Vista Chapel dates back to above 250 years, and it is said to be one of the essential sites that are a must-visit for all tourists. The tourists feel just at peace when they visit the yellow color Alto Vista Chapel and also it is a great photography spot. This countryside chapel is beautifully constructed, and there are many distinguishing aspects of it, such as the 11 circuits. Tourists can visit the church, do meditation, click pictures, or just explore the area when they visit the chapel.

   · 15 min

3. Baby Natural Bridge is a naturally formed bridge that took many thousands of years to form from the waves hitting the majestic limestone cliffs. Although the Baby Natural Bridge is much smaller than the original Natural Bridge, it collapsed way back in 2005. The path leading to the Baby Natural Bridge is quite rocky; therefore, our ATV tour is the best way to explore it. All the tourists who visit this attraction find it quite spectacular and love visiting here. Being located in the northern part of the island on our ATV tour, you will be able to visit this sightseeing attraction. The Baby Natural Bridge is one of the key natural wonders situated on the One Happy Island. The visitors that have been to the Baby Natural Bridge have found it to be the ultimate zen location of the island as visitors find peace at this place. Also, if you are looking for places where you can snap cool pictures, then the Baby Natural Bridge is just the place for it, as the backdrop of the ocean is amazing.

   · 15 min

4. One of Aruba's most stunning & beautiful beaches is the Wariruri Beach, and it is undoubtedly a must-visit attraction. Being located at the Waririuri bay, the specialty of this Caribbean beach is that a spectacular rocky coastline surrounds it. For the ones who especially love fishing and surfing, they must explore this beach. The tourists must note that the Wariruri Beach is not at all suitable for snorkeling and swimming enthusiasts due to the current being too strong. The accessibility for this stunning Aruba beach is that our ATV tour is the best way to reach out here as it is located at the rocky terrains. You will enjoy visiting this beach along with your friends and family. Those who just love fishing must prepare themselves to catch many exotic fish species here. Also, as this beach is quite a secluded one, you will find ample time to take a lot of amazing clicks that will make your trip even more memorable.

   · 10 min

5. The Bushiribana Ruins is a historical site that tells about the history of the island. Aruba has quite a rich culture and heritage which you can get to know through the sightseeing attractions. Although now, it is just the remains of the Bushiribana Gold Mill that was once a thriving gold mill in the 19th century. In 1824, a gold rush had begun in Aruba. Gold had been related to Aruba so much that even it is reflected in the name of the island that means "there was gold." The ones who love to know about the history of the island must visit this attraction. Now from this site, only the ruins are there, which tell the story of the gold in Aruba, and breathtaking sea views can be enjoyed from here. You will truly love visiting this adventurous site on our ATV tour. This sightseeing attraction is a must-visit which you can explore on our ATV tour. Make sure that you take many pictures out here along with your loved ones.

   · 15 min

6. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THE CAVE POOL IS CURRENTLY CLOSED FOR INSPECTION. The new Cave Natural Pool is a delight for all the tourists who wish to explore this splendid natural pool in Aruba. As UTV/ATV has been banned from visiting the Conchi Natural Pool, now the Cave Natural Pool is the new go-to for the tourists visiting by UTV/ATVs. You will just fall in love with this natural wonder. This sightseeing attraction is the most fun and adventurous one as you can also enjoy cliff jumping at the Cave Natural Pool. The whole experience of the Cave Natural Pool is just amazing. The water of the natural cave pool is just pristine, and jumping into it is the best way to cool off during the ATV tour, which is surrounded by rocks. Splash around and enjoy swimming at the natural pool. It is quite a key destination to visit for the tourists to have loads of fun during your Aruba excursions.

   · Non-stop passage

7. Another beautiful beach of Aruba is Shark Bay, which will be covered on the ATV Tour. This is a beautiful beach and a tourist attraction that you will enjoy visiting. Tourists love to relax and unwind at this beach along with their loved ones to completely get lost in the blissful beauty of the Caribbean. This area's landscape and rugged coastline are so breathtaking that you will just love to admire its beauty. This spot is popular amongst surfing enthusiasts and nature lovers.

   · Non-stop passage

8. There are many stunning beaches of Aruba; one of them is Andicuri Beach. It is quite a secluded beach located on Aruba's eastern coast. The scenic landscape of this beach is something that captures the interest of the visitors. This sightseeing attraction is enclosed with coral cliffs that enhance the beauty, giving it a raw feel. It is quite popular amongst the people visiting Aruba for its stunning beauty, and you will love to visit it here. The thing which is peculiar about this beach is that it has strong current waves. The road that leads to Andicuri Beach is quite a rough and rugged one and is best explored with a UTV/ATV.

   · 15 min

9. The Tripod Bridge is another beautiful natural formation covered on the ATV tour. In the shape of a tripod is the famous Tripod Bridge, also known as Three Bridges. Just the sight of this natural formation will take you by amazement. There are numerous natural bridges that can be seen in Aruba. The location of the Three Bridges is quite close to the Natural Bridge, but now only the remains of the Natural Bridge can be seen. The Tripod Bridge, just like the other natural bridges, has been formed naturally from coral limestone.

   · 10 min

10. The Black Stone Beach is truly one of its kind as it is the only beach that has black sand in Aruba. Being a natural marvel, this attraction is something tourists just love to visit. All of the beaches in Aruba are worldwide famous for their white sand beach, but only Black Stone Beach is one that has black sand. You might not have seen something like this in your whole life, so make sure that you enjoy each moment of the tour. The beach is surrounded by eroded black color stones, which are quite sharp and edgy.

    · 15 min

11. Ayo Rock Formations

    Step into the history of Aruba by visiting the Ayo Rock Formations. At this sightseeing attraction, you will get to see carved paintings made by the island's first settlers, which were the Arawak Indians. The Ayo Rock Formations are basically monolithic rock boulders, and they are located very near to the Ayo Village. The unusual designs of the rock boulders make this sightseeing attraction a peculiar one. There is a sense of mystery & thrill which surrounds the Ayo Rock Formations.

    · Non-stop passage

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

If you're coming via cruise ship, your pick time will be 8:20 am (Aruba Time) for the 9.00 am slot, and 1.50 pm (Aruba Time) for the afternoon slot; from the corner of the Diamond International Jewelry Store, located outside the cruise terminal in front of gate number three (roadside). If you're staying at a low-rise hotel, expect to be picked up between 8:10 am - 8:30 am for the 9.00 am slot and between 1.40 pm - 2.00 pm for the 2.30 pm slot. High-rise hotel guests should be ready for pickup between 8:20 to 8:40 am for the 9.00 am slot and 1:50 to 2:10 pm (Aruba Time) for the 2.30 pm slot. Our pickup vehicle, with our company banner of Around Aruba / Around Aruba Tours written on it, will be parked in front of your hotel lobby. If you are staying at Airbnb, private homes, or villas, please get in touch with us regarding your pickup time, as the pickup timing differs from your location in Aruba; therefore, make sure to contact us right after your booking. Please note that we offer pickup and drop-off services from various accommodations such as hotels, apartments, condos, Airbnb, private homes or villas, and the Aruba Cruise Port; however, we do not provide pickup services from Paradera, Santa Cruz, Pos Chiquito, Savaneta, San Nicolas, and some specific areas. Note: ATV vehicles are not allowed to enter Arikok National Park, including Conchi Natural Pool, Guadirikiri Cave & Fontein Cave, as per the Aruban Government since June 1, 2020.

How to use your ticket

To ensure a smooth tour experience, kindly provide us with your pickup location 24 hours before your scheduled time. After booking, please remember to check your email for a confirmation message containing all the necessary details within the next 24 hours. If you decide to select Hotel Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino as your pick-up location, kindly send us a message through Viator indicating whether it's the Renaissance Marina Side or Renaissance Ocean Side. It is essential to ensure that you have a valid driver's license with you. We will pick you up at the Cruise Terminal at 8:20 AM (Aruba Time) outside the Diamond International Jewelry Store by gate number three (roadside). If you're staying at a low-rise hotel, expect to be picked up between 8:25 to 8:50 AM. High-rise hotel guests should be ready for pickup between 8:15 to 8:30 AM for the morning tour and 1:50 to 2:00 PM (Aruba Time) for the afternoon tour. Look for our pickup vehicle, which has our company banner of Around Aruba Tours written on it and will be parked in front of your hotel lobby. If you are staying at Airbnb, private homes, or villas, please get in touch with us regarding your pickup time, as the pickup timing differs from your location in Aruba. Therefore, make sure to contact us right after your booking. Please note that we offer Pickup and Drop-Off services from various accommodations such as hotels, apartments, condos, Airbnb, private homes or villas, and the Aruba Cruise Port. However, we do not provide pickup services from Paradera, Santa Cruz, Pos Chiquito, Savaneta, San Nicolas, and some specific areas. Note: ATV vehicles are not allowed to enter Arikok National Park, including Conchi Natural Pool, Guadirikiri Cave & Fontein Cave, as per the Aruban Government.

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Not recommended for travellers with spinal cord problems.
• Not recommended for travellers with cardiovascular problems.
• Not recommended for pregnant women.
• Moderate physical condition is required.
• The route crosses very rugged desert terrain.
• The driver must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid driver's licence.
• The minimum age for a passenger is 6 years.
• The activity can accommodate up to 50 participants.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation for a full refund at least 24 hours before departure.

• No refund possible for cancellations less than 24 hours before departure.
• The activity may be cancelled in case of bad weather.

Who is it for?

• Adult travellers with a valid driver's licence (to drive).
• Families with children aged 6 and over (as passengers).
• People with a moderate physical condition.

What makes it different

• Free pick-up and drop-off from hotels, Airbnbs, and the cruise port.
• Tour includes entry and animal feed at Philip's Animal Garden.
• Choice between single-seater or double-seater ATVs.

Frequently asked questions

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