Lighthouse And Conchi Safari

Aruba Outback Safari Jeep Tour - Lighthouse, Arikok & Conchi Pool

★ 4.9 294 reviews

from $121.80 per person

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Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
Meeting point: Confirmed after booking
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Run by: Around Aruba Tours

Overview

Around Aruba Tours runs this jeep safari across Aruba's interior and coast. The route runs about four and a half hours and links Arikok National Park with the Conchi Natural Pool, plus a string of free stops: the Natural Bridge, Wariruri Beach, Alto Vista Chapel, the Bushiribana Ruins, Andicuri Beach and Philip's Animal Garden, with a short downtown stroll thrown in. Park and pool admission is included in the ticket.

The tour starts and ends at the operator's base at Alto Vista 116 in Noord, with pickup and drop-off included as listed on the booking page. A local guide drives and narrates, and bottled water plus a bandana to keep dust down are handed out. Gratuities are the only stated exclusion.

Reviewers describe a bumpy off-road ride that several of them enjoyed, along with animal stops and swim time at Conchi. Guides come in for frequent praise as informative and attentive. It suits travellers in reasonable shape who want a fast sweep of the island's interior. The listing advises against it for anyone with back problems, pregnant travellers, and it is not wheelchair accessible. Groups run large, up to 56 travellers.

What's Included

Included

Pick-up and Drop-off
Local guide
Bottled water
Bandana to reduce debris exposure during your adventure

Not Included

Gratuities

Itinerary

Pickup in NoordPickup and drop-off are included as listed on the booking page. The tour starts and ends at Around Aruba Tours, Alto Vista 116, Noord.
Arikok National ParkA 30-minute stop inside the park, with the admission ticket included in the tour price.
Conchi Natural PoolA 30-minute stop at the natural pool, admission ticket included. A reviewer recommends bringing a swimsuit and water shoes for this stop.
Free stops loopThe route takes in the Natural Bridge (20 minutes), Wariruri Beach (20 minutes), Alto Vista Chapel (15 minutes, passing Shark Bay), a 15-minute Aruba Downtown Walking Tour stop, and the Bushiribana Ruins (20 minutes). All of these carry free admission.
Tripod Bridge and Andicuri BeachThe Tripod Bridge gets a 20-minute pass-by stop, then Andicuri Beach a 30-minute stop, both with free admission. The Ayo Rock Formations are passed by along the way.
Philip's Animal GardenThe final stop lasts 20 minutes at Philip's Animal Garden, with free admission.
Return to NoordThe tour ends back at the meeting point at Around Aruba Tours, Alto Vista 116, Noord.

What To Expect From The Tour

This is an off-road ride as much as a sightseeing tour, and several reviews mention the rough terrain.

Bumpy ride. The jeep ride is rough and bouncy, and several reviewers call that part of the fun. Some advise comfortable clothes and holding on to your hat. One traveller recommends a sports bra over a bikini top, and another suggests avoiding the middle seat if balance is a concern.
Swim gear. Reviewers recommend wearing a swimsuit and bringing water shoes for the Conchi Natural Pool stop. The pool is one of the shorter stops at 30 minutes, so it helps to arrive ready.
Drinks and snacks. Bottled water is included, as is a bandana to reduce debris exposure during the ride. Gratuities are not included, so budget separately for the guide if you plan to tip.
Fitness level. The listing asks for a moderate level of physical fitness and does not recommend the tour for travellers with back problems or pregnant travellers. Reviewers describe the ride as bumpy, which matches the listing's warnings.
Group size. The tour runs with a maximum of 56 travellers, so it can be a large group. Guides receive frequent praise across reviews for being friendly and informative.
Photo stops. One reviewer notes the guide took a lot of pictures for the group. The itinerary includes many short stops, so a camera or phone will get plenty of use.

Common issues. The ride is genuinely rough, and the listing warns against it for travellers with back problems. Time at the Conchi pool is short at 30 minutes, and at least one reviewer wished for longer there. One reviewer reported a pickup that never arrived and difficulty reaching the operator. Gratuities are not included. The tour is not wheelchair accessible and requires good weather; a weather cancellation earns a different date or a full refund.

Common Questions

How Long Is The Tour And What Is Included?

The tour lasts 4.5 hours. It includes pickup and drop-off as listed, a local guide, bottled water, a bandana against dust, and admission tickets for Arikok National Park and the Conchi Natural Pool. All other stops carry free admission. Gratuities are not included.

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

Yes, pickup and drop-off are included as listed on the booking page. The tour starts and ends at Around Aruba Tours, Alto Vista 116, Noord.

Can I Swim At The Conchi Natural Pool?

Yes, the stop lasts 30 minutes and reviewers do swim there. Bring a swimsuit and water shoes, which reviewers recommend for this stop.

Is This Tour Suitable For Kids Or People With Limited Mobility?

The listing asks for a moderate physical fitness level and does not recommend the tour for pregnant travellers or anyone with back problems. It is not wheelchair accessible. The off-road ride is bumpy, which reviewers describe as part of the adventure.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside 24 hours there is no refund and no changes are accepted, with cut-off times based on local time. The tour requires good weather; if it is cancelled for weather you get a different date or a full refund.

What Should I Bring?

A swimsuit, water shoes, comfortable clothes and something to secure your hat, since reviewers describe a very bouncy ride. Bottled water is provided, and the tour hands out a bandana against dust and debris. Gratuities for the guide are not included.