Private Open-Air Jeep, Conchi

Aruba Private Open Air Safari Jeep Tour Arikok and Conchi Pool

★ 4.9 380 reviews

from $211.55 per group

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Duration: 3-8 hours
Meeting point: Confirmed after booking
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Run by: Around Aruba Tours

Overview

Around Aruba Tours runs this private open-air safari jeep tour through Arikok National Park and the Conchi natural pool, with a long list of possible stops. The driver collects your group at the start point in Noord, and from there the day unfolds across a menu that includes Arikok National Park, the Conchi natural pool, the Ayo rock formations, Alto Vista Chapel, Andicuri Beach, the Natural Bridge, the Bushiribana gold mill ruins, Blackstone Beach, the California Lighthouse, Philip's Animal Garden, Shark Bay, the Tripod Bridge and Wariruri Bay, each listed at 30 minutes. Duration runs from 3 to 8 hours depending on how much of that list you want.

Because it is private, only your group rides. Snorkel gear, bottled water, soft drinks, a bandana and a guide are included; park entry fees and alcohol are not.

It does not suit wheelchair users, and the listing flags back problems, pregnancy and low fitness. Reviewers have brought groups ranging from small children to a grandmother, and several say the guide paced the day around them, so the format can work for mixed-age groups with the right expectations.

What's Included

Included

Bottled water
Bandana
Non-alcoholic drinks
Pick up and Drop Off
Tour guide
Use of snorkelling equipment

Not Included

Gratuities
Alcoholic beverages

Itinerary

Pickup in NoordThe tour starts and ends at Around Aruba Tours, Alto Vista 116, Noord. Pickup and drop off are included as listed, and reviewers report on-time collection.
Plan the routeBecause this is a private tour, the group agrees with the guide which stops to include. Reviewers describe choosing a handful of sites or letting the guide build the day.
Arikok National Park, 30 minutesEntry to the park is not included in the tour price and is paid separately.
Northern and east coast stops, 30 minutes eachFree-entry stops include Ayo Rock Formations, Alto Vista Chapel, Andicuri Beach, the Natural Bridge, Bushiribana Ruins, Blackstone Beach, California Lighthouse, Philip's Animal Garden, Shark Bay, Tripod Bridge and Wariruri Bay.
Conchi Natural Pool, 30 minutesSwimming and snorkelling at the natural pool. The listing shows this stop with both a not included and a free admission entry, so expect a possible entry cost and check the booking page.
Return to NoordThe activity ends back at the meeting point, with drop off as listed.

What To Expect From The Tour

A private open-air jeep over unpaved ground changes what you should pack and how you should pace the day. The listing and the reviews point to a few practical things worth sorting before booking.

Sun and wind protection. A bandana is included with the tour, which makes sense for an open-air vehicle in the Aruba sun. The listing includes no dress code, so dress for the sun.
Rough roads. The listing advises a moderate fitness level and discourages travellers with back problems or pregnancies from booking.
Guides take photos. Several travellers mention guides who took photos of their group during the day, and one said the guide knew exactly the good angles and locations. If photos matter to your group, ask early in the day, since reviewers said this was a highlight.
Shape your stops. Reviewers repeatedly say the guide customises the itinerary, extends favourite stops and adapts the pace for children or older relatives. One traveller recommends at least four hours; the tour can run up to eight.
Drinks in, meals out. Bottled water and non-alcoholic drinks are included. Alcohol is excluded, and food is not listed, so plan a lunch stop such as a beach restaurant if the day runs long; one reviewer described exactly that.
Snorkel and entry fees. Snorkelling equipment is included, and reviewers mention fish, squid, cuttlefish, starfish and sea urchins near the pool.

Common issues. The listing warns that the tour is not recommended for travellers with back problems, pregnant travellers, or anyone with serious heart conditions, and it is not wheelchair accessible. Arikok National Park admission is an extra cost on top of the tour price.

Common Questions

Is Pickup Included?

Yes, pickup and drop off are included as listed, and reviewers report drivers arriving on time. The base point is Around Aruba Tours, Alto Vista 116, Noord, and the tour ends back there. Confirm your specific pickup details on the booking page.

What Is Included In The Price?

Bottled water, non-alcoholic drinks, a bandana, a tour guide, pickup and drop off, and use of snorkelling equipment. Gratuities and alcoholic beverages are not included.

Do I Need To Pay Park Entry Separately?

Yes, admission to Arikok National Park is not included in the tour price. The Conchi Natural Pool appears in the listing both with and without an admission fee, so check the live booking page for the current situation.

How Long Is The Tour?

The listing gives a range of 3 to 8 hours.

Is It Suitable For Older Travellers Or Children?

The tour is not wheelchair accessible and requires moderate physical fitness.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window there is no refund and changes are not accepted. The tour requires good weather, and if it is cancelled for poor weather you will be offered a different date or a full refund.