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Sunset Horseback Ride in Aruba
★ #8 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 toward the northeast coast. The sunset tour takes 90 minutes and costs $130 per person. Departure is at 5:30 p.m. with hotel and cruise port pickup. Each booking holds up to 6 people, and beginners are welcome. You will watch the sunset from a hilltop above the northeast coast.
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Sunset Horseback Ride in Aruba at a glance
| Ride | Countryside ride to a hilltop on the northeast coast for sunset |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Price is per | Person: $130 each for ages 6 to 75. |
| Departure | 5:30 p.m. |
| Pickup | Hotels or outside the Citgo Food Shop by the cruise terminal |
| Riders | Bookings for ages 6 to 75; 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 on the sunset ride |
| In the price | local guide, port pickup and drop-off, 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
- Port pickup and drop-off
- 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 single sunset option gives you 90 minutes on horseback to a hill on the northeast coast for $130 per person. Hotel and cruise port pickup is included.
| Option | Price | Departures |
|---|---|---|
| Sunset Horseback Ride in Aruba | $130 per adult (1 to 6 people) · $130 youth 14 to 17 · $130 child 6 to 13 · $130 senior 66 to 75 | 5 p.m. |
The catch: The driver leaves 5 minutes after pickup time. There's no refund if you miss the tour through late arrival.
The session
How does the day work?
The sunset ride crosses the countryside to a hilltop on Aruba's northeast coast before returning to Rancho Notorious.
- 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 countryside toward the northeast coast.
- 3
Hilltop sunset
The hilltop gives you views of the island and sunset above the northeast coast.
- 4
Back at the ranch
The ride returns to the ranch bar for drinks at extra cost. Then transport takes you to your hotel or the cruise port.
The 5:30 p.m. departure gives you 90 minutes on horseback. You will finish at Rancho Notorious before the transfer to your hotel or cruise port.
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.
- Own transport: Come to Rancho Notorious 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
- I'd choose this for beginners wanting the hilltop view if 90 minutes in the saddle suits you. Galloping isn't allowed.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Choose this if sunset from a hilltop matters more to you than speed. The ride takes 90 minutes and leaves at 5:30 p.m. Beginners can join, and galloping isn't allowed on the route.
Rancho Notorious' Urirama ride is a morning ride to a cove at $115 per adult with at least 2 adults. 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.
- Galloping is not allowed on this ride.
- The ride is not recommended during pregnancy or for anyone with spinal injuries.
- Riding is not recommended with poor cardiovascular health.
Good to know
Know before you go
Bookings cover ages 6 to 75 with a maximum weight of 200 lbs. 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. Riding is not recommended with poor cardiovascular health.
Bring your own water; bottled water is excluded. The ranch bar sells drinks and grilled sandwiches.
Departure is at 5:30 p.m.; hotel pickup is at the confirmed time. With your own transport, arrive at the ranch 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?
A morning ride to Urirama Cove
Aruba Countryside: Horseback Adventure to Urirama CoveRancho Notorious takes you to Urirama Cove for 90 minutes at 7 a.m., from $115 per adult with at least 2 adults. The limit is 200 lbs.
★ 4.7 · 258 reviews · from $115 per adult
The ride for experienced riders
Aruba Horseback Riding Tour For Advanced RidersRancho Notorious gives you 2 hours on the coast and dunes with English or Western tack, from $125 per adult. The guide sets the pace; the limit is 200 lbs.
★ 4.7 · 130 reviews · from $125 per adult
The cheaper morning beach ride
Aruba Ecological & Coastline Horseback Ride with Beach Photo StopEl Paseo's morning ride takes you to a beach photo stop for 75 minutes at $115 per adult. Guide photos are included; each booking needs at least 2 riders.
★ 4.6 · 1,326 reviews · from $115 per adult
Good to know
People also ask
- Can beginners join Rancho Notorious' Sunset Horseback Ride in Aruba?
Beginners can join this ride. It takes 90 minutes through the countryside to a coastal hilltop, and galloping is not allowed.
- How much is Rancho Notorious' Sunset Horseback Ride in Aruba?
The fare is $130 per person for ages 6 to 75. It's $260 total for 2 adults. Bottled water is excluded.
- Can young children ride free on Rancho Notorious' sunset tour in Aruba?
Children under 5 can ride with a parent for free. The fare is $130 per child ages 6 to 13.
- What time does Rancho Notorious' sunset horseback ride in Aruba leave?
The ride leaves at 5:30 p.m. and lasts 90 minutes. Come to the ranch 20 minutes before departure if you're arranging your own transport.
- Is there a refund if my cruise ship is late for the Sunset Horseback Ride in Aruba?
A late cruise ship does not qualify you for a refund if you miss the tour. Cancellation at least 24 hours before scheduled departure gets you a full refund.
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.