DanielBu Posted January 3, 2011 #1 Share Posted January 3, 2011 Hello, does somebody know a(n) (independent) tour operator who takes cruise ship passengers to Arikok and/or the Rock Formations? It can be a 4x4-type tour. We know most of the sights in Aruba so we like to concentrate on nature and maybe a beach at the end of the tour, that also might include some hiking. We want to skip the usual things (Chapel, Natural Bridge, Goldmines etc.) this time. Thank you for any advice given. Daniel Berlin / Germany Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arubalisa Posted January 4, 2011 #2 Share Posted January 4, 2011 They could probably provide the type of experience you are looking for http://naturesensitivetours.com/ Eddy Croes is a former park ranger with Arikok National Park. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hatteras51 Posted January 4, 2011 #3 Share Posted January 4, 2011 We took a 1/2 day jeep trip with Depalm tours that went to Arikok and to baby beach. It was a nice tour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielBu Posted January 4, 2011 Author #4 Share Posted January 4, 2011 Thx for your answers, very helpful :) @Hatteras: Which sites do they stop at while in Arikok Park? Is hiking part of the tour or is it only for photo-stops? Do they use professional drivers or are the guests about to drive the 4x4? Daniel Berlin / Germany Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hatteras51 Posted January 5, 2011 #5 Share Posted January 5, 2011 They stopped at the visitor center and the caves. There was no chance for hiking. They give you some time to look around at these stops, but the other stops were just for photos. They have a guide in the lead jeep, and passengers drive the other ones. Since we do a lot of beach driving, (in Cape Hatteras) my husband jumped at the chance. I think we had around 45 minutes to 1 hr. at Baby Beach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenix_dream Posted January 7, 2011 #6 Share Posted January 7, 2011 my recommendation would be to rent a car and drive there, and then to the beach. Likely cheaper than a tour and Aruba is easy to navigate. We have done it a couple of times - the rental desk is right at the pier, but I would suggest reserving ahead. Sometimes websites don't show all the island rentals, but if you can't find Aruba listed, just call the main #. I think we used Hertz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSA-MN Posted January 25, 2011 #7 Share Posted January 25, 2011 Hello, does somebody know a(n) (independent) tour operator who takes cruise ship passengers to Arikok and/or the Rock Formations? It can be a 4x4-type tour. We know most of the sights in Aruba so we like to concentrate on nature and maybe a beach at the end of the tour, that also might include some hiking. We want to skip the usual things (Chapel, Natural Bridge, Goldmines etc.) this time. Thank you for any advice given. Daniel Berlin / Germany Daniel, We booked a jeep tour in March through Shoretrips.com that goes to Arikok & Bushirbana. They have several different excursions available, both Jeep & ATV, some 1/2 day and some full day. It looks fun, hopefully it will be! Jay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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