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Aruba Countryside: Horseback Adventure to Urirama Cove
★ #4 of 10 in our Horseback riding list Picked from the 20 horseback rides on Viator for Aruba, the way we pick every tour.
Checked October 21, 2026 Viator listing, prices by option, departure times and pickup notes; the operator's itinerary
Rancho Notorious takes you on horseback through Aruba's countryside to Urirama Cove on the northeast coast. The ride gives you 90 minutes in the saddle, with the shared Urirama Cove ride priced from $115 per adult. The shared ride leaves at 7 a.m. and the private ride at 10 a.m. Hotel and cruise port pickup is included. Children under age 5 can ride with a parent for free.
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Aruba Countryside: Horseback Adventure to Urirama Cove at a glance
| Ride | Countryside trails to Urirama Cove on the northeast coast |
| Duration | 90 minutes in the saddle |
| Price is per | Person: shared ride $115 each with at least 2 adults; private ride $285 each. |
| Departures | Shared ride at 7 a.m.; private ride at 10 a.m. |
| Pickup | Hotels or outside the Citgo Food Shop by the cruise terminal |
| Riders | Bookings from age 6; children under 5 free with a parent |
| Weight limit | Maximum 200 lbs |
| Booking size | Up to 6 people per booking |
| Main trade-off | No galloping |
| In the price | local guide, use of helmet, local taxes, hotel/port pickup and drop-off |
| Not in the price | alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), gratuities, bottled water |
| Guide languages | English, Spanish, Dutch |
| Cancellation | Full refund until 24 hours before the start; nothing after |
Read from the operator's listing on Viator for the named options, October 15, 2026. Prices are Viator's listed prices in US dollars, re-read every night; last read October 21, 2026.
What's included
- Local guide
- Use of helmet
- Local taxes
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
What's not included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Bottled water
Price by option
Which option to book
The 2 options are a shared ride at 7 a.m. and a private ride at 10 a.m., both priced per person.
| Option | Price | Departures |
|---|---|---|
| Aruba Horseback Riding Tour to Urirama Cove | $115 per adult (1 to 6 people) · $115 youth 11 to 17 · $115 child 6 to 10 | 7 a.m. and 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. |
| 1 1/2hr Private Ride Urirama | $285 per adult (1 to 6 people) · $285 youth 11 to 17 · $285 child 6 to 10 | 7 a.m. and 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. |
The catch: The shared fare is $115 per person. You will need at least 2 adults.
The session
How does the day work?
The ride takes you from Rancho Notorious through the countryside to Urirama Cove, then back to the ranch.
- 1
At the ranch
You complete waivers and get riding instructions before mounting. The guide checks your horse control.
- 2
Countryside trail
The guide takes you through the cunucu toward Aruba's northeast coast.
- 3
Urirama Cove
Urirama Cove gives you beach and rocky coastline views. There's a chance for photos.
- 4
Back at the ranch
The ride returns to Rancho Notorious, where cold drinks are for sale at the country bar.
The ride takes 90 minutes through the countryside and along the coast. You will finish back at Rancho Notorious before the return transfer.
Pickup and meeting point
- Hotels: Check your confirmation email for the pickup time. The driver meets you outside the hotel lobby.
- Cruise terminal: Cruise pickup is outside the Citgo Food Shop beside the ice machine, left beyond gate 5. All times follow local port time.
- Own transport: Come to Rancho Notorious in Boroncana behind house number 8 at least 20 minutes before departure. Parking is free.
- Late arrivals: The driver leaves 5 minutes after pickup time. There is no refund if late arrival means you miss the tour.
From the desk
- I'd work out the total before booking if you're treating the private price as a group price. The private ride costs $570 total for 2 adults; the shared ride costs $230 total for 2 adults.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Choose this for a first ride to Urirama Cove if 90 minutes in the saddle suits you. It's $115 per person on the shared ride with at least 2 adults. Galloping isn't allowed.
If you weigh more than 200 lbs, El Paseo's beach ride has a limit of 250 lbs. Rancho Notorious' advanced ride gives you 2 hours with English or Western tack if you already ride.
Who it's not for
- Skip this ride if you weigh over 200 lbs.
- This is not a ride for anyone looking to gallop.
- The ride is not recommended during pregnancy or for anyone with spinal injuries.
- It is not recommended for anyone with poor cardiovascular health.
Good to know
Know before you go
The weight limit is 200 lbs per rider. Child bookings start at age 6; children under 5 can ride with a parent for free.
All fitness levels are accepted for this ride. Riding is not recommended during pregnancy or with spinal injuries. It also is not recommended with poor cardiovascular health.
No riding experience is required and a helmet is included. Galloping is prohibited. Bottled water is excluded from the shared fare.
Come to the ranch at least 20 minutes before departure if you're using your own transport. Hotel pickup is at the confirmed time. The driver waits up to 5 minutes after pickup time.
Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund; there is no refund inside 24 hours. Missing the tour through late arrival or a delayed cruise ship doesn't qualify for a refund.
The ticket is mobile and each booking holds up to 6 travelers. The shared fare requires at least 2 adults.
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Alternatives
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The higher weight limit
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The ride for experienced riders
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Good to know
People also ask
- Is Rancho Notorious' Urirama Cove ride in Aruba suitable for beginners?
Beginners can join this ride. It lasts 90 minutes and galloping isn't allowed.
- How much are the shared and private Urirama Cove rides in Aruba?
The shared ride costs $115 per person at 7 a.m., with at least 2 adults. A private ride at 10 a.m. costs $285 per person. That totals $570 for 2 adults on the private ride.
- What is the weight limit for Rancho Notorious' Urirama Cove ride in Aruba?
The maximum is 200 lbs per rider. The same limit applies to the private option.
- Does Rancho Notorious' Urirama Cove ride in Aruba include cruise port pickup?
Cruise port pickup and return are included. You will meet outside the Citgo Food Shop beside the ice machine, left beyond the cruise terminal security gate. The driver leaves 5 minutes after the confirmed pickup time.
- Can young children ride free on the Urirama Cove horseback tour in Aruba?
Children under 5 can ride with a parent for free. Child tickets begin at age 6 and cost $115 each on the shared ride. You will need at least 2 adults for the shared fare.
Prices as Viator lists them, re-read every night; last read October 21, 2026. Times and conditions as of October 15, 2026. Tours book on Viator at Viator's price; if you book through the button, Viator pays us a commission and your price is the same.