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Private Aruba National Park Hiking & Natural Pool Swimming

5.0 ★ · 164 reviews · from USD60

Private Aruba National Park Hiking & Natural Pool Swimming

The tour is hiking, swimming, and snorkeling combined. Explore with confidence! Your tour guide is a certified firefighter and lifeguard. During the hike, one can witness Aruba's diverse flora and fauna. Feel the refreshing sea breeze from the East side of the Island. Additionally, you can capture unique pictures of the stunning scenery. At the Natural Pool, Conchi, you will be able to swim/snorkel. Be the first to get there before it gets crowded! At Boca Ketu you might even see a leather back turtle's nest. It's the most secluded and isolated beach. During the hike, there will be Aruban snacks offered free of charge. If you need to take breaks during the hike, just let me know!

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What Travelers Say5.0 ★ · 164 reviews
  • This private Arikok National Park hike to the Conchi natural pool is overwhelmingly praised, with guide Howard, often called Howie or Uncle Howie, and his nephew Arvid singled out by name in nearly every review.
  • Reviewers love the early sunrise start time, which lets them beat the crowds and often have the natural pool entirely to themselves for snorkeling.
  • Howard is repeatedly described as a knowledgeable storyteller who shares Aruban history, culture, and wildlife facts, and comes prepared with water, snacks, and snorkel gear.
  • Multiple reviewers in their 60s and 70s said the guide adjusted the pace comfortably for them, and one review described a guide helping out when a member of the group had breathing difficulty.
  • One special mention describes the guide helping arrange a surprise proposal at a cave along the route, showing the flexibility and care reviewers consistently praise.

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What's Included

✓ Bottled water

✓ Use of Snorkelling equipment

✓ health bars

✕ No Beach towel

✕ No Sun block

✕ Entry fee Per person to the park ($20 USD)

Itinerary
1

45 min

The hiking distance is about 5km, 2.5km to the Natural Pool, Conchi, and 2.5km back. We will also pass by by Daimari Beach, Boca Keto, and Moro. Before getting to Conchi, we will get a chance to walk through the dunes. The hike from Daimari Beach to Boca Keto is about 45 mins.

2

45 min

When hiking to the Natural Pool, Conchi, we will pass by Boca Ketu. When we make our way back, we can swim for a bit if the sea is calm. The hike from Boca Keto to the Natural Pool, Conchi, will take 45 mins.

3

2 hr

The Natural Pool, Conchi, is the main attraction. We are going to stay here where you will be able to swim and snorkel for 1 hour. When we finish up at Conchi, we will hike back to Boca Keto, which takes 45 mins.

4

45 min

The second time that we pass by Boca Ketu, we can swim if the sea is calm. To finish up the hike, we will go from Boca Ketu back to Daimari Beach, which takes 45 mins.

Meeting Point

Bright Bakery is a bakery where you can get breakfast. You can get to Bright Bakery from route 4, which starts from the hotel area.

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