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Aruba Horseback Riding Tour For Advanced Riders
★ #9 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 the northeast coast and dunes. The shared advanced ride takes 2 hours at $125 per person. Departure is at 10 a.m. with hotel and cruise port pickup. The private option costs $285 per person at the same departure time. The ride is aimed at experienced riders, with your choice of English or Western tack.
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Aruba Horseback Riding Tour For Advanced Riders at a glance
| Ride | Countryside ride to the northeast coast and sand dunes |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Price is per | Person: shared advanced ride $125 each; private advanced ride $285 each. |
| Departures | 10 a.m. on either option |
| Pickup | Hotels or outside the Citgo Food Shop by the cruise terminal |
| Riders | Ages 7 to 60 |
| Weight limit | Maximum 200 lbs |
| Booking size | Up to 6 people per booking |
| Main trade-off | Pace set by the guide after assessing your control of the horse |
| In the price | local guide, choice of English or Western tack, use of helmet, transport by air-conditioned minivan, hotel/port pickup and drop-off |
| Not in the price | alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), gratuities, bottled water |
| Guide languages | English, Spanish |
| 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
- Choice of English or Western tack
- Use of helmet
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- 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 advanced options leave at 10 a.m. for 2 hours, with a shared or private ride. Both are priced per person.
| Option | Price | Departures |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced 2hrs ride | $125 per adult (1 to 5 people) · $125 youth 7 to 17 | 7 a.m. and 10 a.m. |
| Advanced Private 2hrs ride | $285 per adult (1 to 5 people) · $285 youth 7 to 17 | 7 a.m. and 10 a.m. |
The catch: The weight limit is 200 lbs per rider. It also applies to the private option.
Route
How does the day work?
The ride starts at Rancho Notorious and follows the countryside toward the northeast coast and sand dunes.
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1. Rancho Notorious Aruba
You get riding instructions before mounting, with your choice of English or Western tack.
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2. Aruba
The guide takes you through the cunucu on trails without street crossings or traffic.
The 10 a.m. departure gives you 2 hours of riding before returning to Rancho Notorious. The guide sets the pace after checking your control of the horse.
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 the cruise terminal security gate. Pickup is 45 minutes before departure.
- Own transport: Come to Rancho Notorious at least 20 minutes before departure, using Google Maps or Waze to direct you there.
- 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
- If English tack is the reason for booking privately, I'd point you to the shared option. Both options include a choice of tack; the shared fare is $125 per person.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Choose this if you already ride and want 2 hours on countryside and coastal trails. English or Western tack is included on both options. The guide checks your control of the horse before setting the pace for your ride.
For a shorter ride with a canter, Gold Mine's morning ride gives you 90 minutes on horseback from $110 per adult. Rancho Notorious' Urirama Cove ride offers 90 minutes without galloping if you're a beginner.
Who it's not for
- Skip this ride if you weigh over 200 lbs.
- Children under 7 cannot join.
- This ride is not recommended during pregnancy or for anyone with spinal injuries.
- It is not recommended for anyone with poor cardiovascular health or below a moderate fitness level.
Good to know
Know before you go
Riders ages 7 to 60 can join this ride. The maximum weight is 200 lbs per rider on either option.
You need moderate fitness for this ride. Riding is not recommended during pregnancy or with spinal injuries. It also is not recommended with poor cardiovascular health.
Both English and Western tack are available, with a helmet included. Bottled water is excluded.
Departure is at 10 a.m.; hotel pickup is at the confirmed time. With your own transport, arrive at the ranch at least 20 minutes before departure. 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, including a required adult.
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Alternatives
Which tour should I choose instead?
Less time in the saddle
Authentic Aruba Morning Horseback Riding TourGold Mine gives you 90 minutes on horseback at 9 a.m., from $110 per adult. Riders can join from 10; the limit is 220 lbs.
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The ride for beginners
Aruba Countryside: Horseback Adventure to Urirama CoveRancho Notorious takes you to Urirama Cove for 90 minutes without galloping, from $115 per adult with at least 2 adults. The limit is 200 lbs.
★ 4.7 · 258 reviews · from $115 per adult
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People also ask
- How much is Rancho Notorious' advanced horseback ride in Aruba?
The shared ride costs $125 per person and the private ride costs $285 per person. It's $250 total for 2 adults sharing or $570 total for 2 adults on the private ride.
- Can I choose English tack on Rancho Notorious' advanced horseback ride in Aruba?
You can choose English or Western tack. Both options last 2 hours and include a helmet.
- When does Rancho Notorious' advanced horseback ride in Aruba start?
Both options leave at 10 a.m. for 2 hours of riding. Come to the ranch at least 20 minutes before departure if you're arranging your own transport.
- What is the weight limit for Rancho Notorious' advanced horseback ride in Aruba?
The maximum is 200 lbs per rider. The same limit applies to the shared and private options.
- Who is Rancho Notorious' advanced horseback ride in Aruba for?
The ride is aimed at experienced riders wanting 2 hours on countryside and coastal trails. The guide checks your control of the horse before setting the pace for your ride.
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.