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Take control on this guided ATV or UTV adventure across Aruba's rugged North Coast, exploring landscapes most tourists never reach. Ride through desert trails and volcanic terrain to 10 landmarks most visitors never see - historic gold mine ruins, dramatic rock formations, and hidden coastal viewpoints. Starting at Philip's Animal Garden and passing Alto Vista Chapel, Bushiribana Ruins, and Andicuri Beach along the way. This is a real off-road adventure, not a quick photo-stop loop.
- Choose ATV or UTV - ride solo, with a partner, or the whole family, whichever suits your crew.
- Feed rescued animals at Philip's Animal Garden, home to over 60 species; entrance included.
- Relax and swim at breathtaking Andicuri Beach - one of Aruba's most secluded coastlines, framed by dramatic cliffs and crashing waves.
- Free pickup and drop-off from hotels, Airbnb's, and the cruise port, with a local tour guide.
Book your Aruba off-road adventure today and experience the island beyond the resorts!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Coverage Area:
We offer free pickup and drop-off at hotels, apartments, condos, Airbnbs, private homes, villas, and the Aruba Cruise Port. However, pickup isn't available in Tanki Leendert, Paradera, Santa Cruz, Pos Chiquito, Savaneta, San Nicolas, Secrets Baby Beach Aruba Hotel or a few other specific areas - you can contact us if you're unsure whether we cover your location.
If you're staying at an Airbnb, private home, or villa, pickup times vary by location - please reach out to us at the same number right after booking to confirm yours.
Cruise Ship Guests:
Pickup is at 8:20 am (Aruba time) for the 9:00 am tour, or 1:50 pm (Aruba time) for the 2:30 pm tour, right in front of the Ocean Drive Store, outside gate 3, on the right-hand side. If your ship is running late, message us on WhatsApp at +1 781 734 9001 to adjust your pickup or explore other options.
Low-Rise Hotel Guests:
Pickup runs from 8:10 am to 8:30 am for the 9:00 am tour, or from 1:40 pm to 2:00 pm for the 2:30 pm tour. Look for our vehicle with the Around Aruba / Around Aruba Tours banner, parked in front of your hotel lobby.
High-Rise Hotel Guests:
Pickup runs from 8:20 am to 8:40 am for the 9:00 am tour, or from 1:50 pm to 2:10 pm for the 2:30 pm tour. Look for our vehicle with the Around Aruba / Around Aruba Tours banner, parked in front of your hotel lobby.
Important - Please Read Before Your Tour:
Check your email, WhatsApp, and text messages before your tour, even while on vacation. Viator's ticket shows only your tour start time, not your actual pickup time, which we send separately through all three channels and may be 20–50 minutes earlier, depending on your hotel.
Please wait outside at your hotel's main gate or entrance, not inside the lobby, since our pickup vehicle waits outside and can't see guests seated inside. Our pickup team can wait a maximum of 5 minutes; if you miss your pickup, please take a taxi at your own expense to meet us at Philip's Animal Garden.
Please Note:
UTVs are not permitted inside Arikok National Park, including Conchi Natural Pool, Guadirikiri Cave, and Fontein Cave, per Aruban government regulations in effect since June 1, 2020. This tour does not enter Arikok National Park.
Meet us directly at Philip's Animal Garden, Alto Vista 116, Noord, Aruba. Search "Philip's Animal Garden" in Google Maps for accurate directions. Free parking in our secure, camera-monitored lot for your rental car. Arrive 8:40 - 8:50 am for the 9:00 am tour, or 2:10 - 2:20 pm for the 2:30 pm tour.
Itinerary
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1Philip's Animal Garden
Start your ATV or UTV adventure at Philip's Animal Garden, one of Aruba's largest wildlife rescue sanctuaries, home to over 60 rescued and rehabilitated species. Use your complimentary feeding bag to interact with the animals up close — an experience you won't find at a typical zoo. It's a heartwarming, family-friendly kickoff to your off-road tour, and consistently one of guests' favorite stops.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Kapel di Alto Vista
Ride up to Alto Vista Chapel, Aruba's oldest and most iconic chapel, perched on a hillside above the island's northern coast. Step inside to admire the simple, peaceful architecture, walk the grounds, and take in sweeping ocean views. Many riders also walk the chapel's 11-circuit prayer path — a quiet moment of reflection before hopping back on your ATV or UTV.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Natural Bridge Aruba
Park at the Natural Baby Bridge, a small coral-limestone arch nicknamed the "Daughter Bridge," near where Aruba's original Natural Bridge stood before collapsing in 2005. Walk right up to the arch, watch the surf crash through the opening, and capture postcard-worthy shots of the island's rugged northern coastline.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Wariruri Bay
Wariruri Bay is a remote, rarely crowded cove where Aruba's wild side takes center stage — jagged volcanic rock, crashing surf, and open ocean views in every direction. Hop off your ATV or UTV to explore the shoreline on foot and photograph waves breaking against the black rock, a view most island visitors never see.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Bushiribana Ruins
Step back into the 1870s at the Bushiribana Gold Mine Ruins, the weathered remains of a gold-smelting operation from Aruba's mining boom. Park your ATV or UTV and wander through the old archways and stone walls, then frame a photo through one of the original window openings for a striking shot of the Caribbean Sea beyond.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Cave Pool Aruba (Pass by)
On your route, you'll pass by the Cave Pool near Bushiribana — a hidden natural pool once known for cliff jumping and swimming in crystal-clear water. Following a cliff collapse, the site's access ladder was removed for safety, and swimming and cliff jumping are no longer permitted. This is a scenic pass-by only, but still a great photo opportunity from your ATV or UTV as your guide shares the story behind this once-popular hidden gem.
Admission ticket free -
Shark Bay beach (Pass by)
Cruise past Shark Bay's dramatic, wave-battered coastline as your guide points out this rugged stretch of Aruba's North Coast. No stop here — just an up-close view of the island's raw, untamed beauty from the seat of your ATV or UTV.
Admission ticket free -
6Andicuri Beach
Save your swimsuit for this one — Andicuri Beach is the highlight of your ATV/UTV adventure and the only swim stop on the entire tour. Tucked beneath dramatic cliffs on Aruba's wild North Coast, this secluded beach feels worlds away from the island's crowded resort strip. Park your ATV or UTV and spend a full 30 minutes wading into the clear Caribbean water, relaxing on the sand, and capturing some of the best photos of the day before continuing your ride.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Tripod Bridge
Pull up to Tripod Bridge, a three-arched natural rock formation near Blackstone Beach and one of Aruba's more unusual geological sights. Step off your ATV or UTV to explore the arches up close, snap photos against the rugged coastal backdrop, and hear your guide share the local legend behind its name.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Blackstone beach
True to its name, Blackstone Beach is a shoreline covered in dark volcanic rock that creates a striking contrast against the turquoise Caribbean Sea. Park your ATV or UTV and walk the unique black-rock coastline for a few minutes — one of the most visually dramatic photo stops on the entire route.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Ayo Rock Formations (Pass by)
On the return leg, ride past the massive Ayo Rock Formations — towering boulders rising from Aruba's desert landscape, surrounded by cactus and wide-open terrain. No stop here, but it's one of the most photogenic backdrops of the entire ATV/UTV journey.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour takes you across Aruba's rugged North Coast on rough, bumpy off-road trails - expect to get dusty and dirty along the way
- The driver must be 18+ and have a valid driver's license (digital or physical) to drive an ATV or UTV in Aruba
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour takes you across Aruba's rugged North Coast on rough, bumpy off-road trails - expect to get dusty and dirty along the way
- The driver must be 18+ and have a valid driver's license (digital or physical) to drive an ATV or UTV in Aruba
- The minimum age for ATV passengers is 6 years, while for UTV passengers, it is 4 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Before hopping on your ATV or UTV, you'll sign a liability waiver and rental agreement with us in person
- Please drive carefully - you're responsible for any vehicle damage caused by careless driving, like reckless driving, using your phone, or driving under the influence
- We ask that everyone be respectful of the group and the experience - your guide may need to end the tour early, without a refund, if someone's behavior becomes inappropriate or disruptive
- Service animals are welcome - please let us know in advance so we can prepare
- What to Wear: Loose-fitting athletic wear in dark colors (avoid white or new clothing, since it will get dusty and dirty), closed-toe shoes, water shoes, or sturdy sandals, and a secure hat or cap. Wear your swimsuit under your clothes - you won't have a chance to change during the tour
- What to Bring: Sunglasses (or glasses instead of contacts, if you wear them), backpack, goggles (highly recommended), sunscreen, mobile, towel, and cash
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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