Aruba Jeep Adventure Tour

We had a wonderful time with Hugo! He gave a detailed history of the island and great recommendations for local places to visit during our stay. He made sure we were safe when visiting the little Natural Pool and he had an excellent Plan B when the original Natural Pool was closed (due to wind). He took us to Baby Beach instead, which was stunningly beautiful! He provided water and snacks, which was great because our tour lasted almost 5 hours. Make sure to take your sunscreen and closed-toed water shoes are best for the small natural pool, as it involves some rocky terrain. We stopped several places where we could buy food and drinks (ask Hugo which ones are best...he knows!!) and use restrooms. All restrooms charge $1-$2 but they were nice and clean (even the one in the trailer!). We were comfortable leaving our belongings in the Jeep because either we weren’t far away or Hugo watched over them. The tour guides all seem to know each other and did a nice job of spacing out so as to not overcrowd each stop. The open Jeep tour was nice, but it is bumpy. Hugo had my parents sit toward the front (thank goodness) because you get tossed around less the closer to the front you sit. Everyone is in seatbelts, but going through the desert (a part of the island you can’t see in a regular car or van!) is very bumpy and the folks toward the back have to hold on. That part is neat and doesn’t last too long, but be prepared for a rough ride in the beginning.

The natural pool was wonderful. Jessie our drive was fun and informative. Could’ve done without the church and added a cave instead.

Our guide was knowledgeable and fun! We loved cliff jumping and our kids did too! It was the perfect amount of time balanced with sightseeing and fun.

Michaelangelo was a tremendous guide. He made the tour great. He had a lot of information and catered the trip based on what we were interested in.

Hugo was amazing! He picked us up on time and took us through all the spots on the tour and even showed us more local spots. He was very thorough and made sure we were all safe while visiting the natural pools. You can tell how much Hugo loves the island and he made sure we were always having a good time!

All I can say is, “Wow!” This tour was the best thing we did in Aruba. It started with our guide, Jelle, who was personable and extremely knowledgeable. He made the entire experience enjoyable from start to finish. He also had hand sanitizer at the ready at all times and wore his mask the entire day. Due to the pandemic, we were the only people on the tour, which meant we had Jelle’s full attention all day. The early parts of the tour, through the National Park, are not for the faint of heart or those with bad backs. That part of the day is bumpy - really bumpy - but a lot of fun. Jelle was an expert driver, and the views are unbelievable. The water was too choppy to go into the first natural pool, but it was magnificent to behold. We walked down to the beach and back up the steps - again, not for those who are really out of shape or who have a bad heart or knees. The rest of the day was a much smoother ride. The natural bridge is beautiful, and the second pool was nice and calm, so we got to take a plunge (about a 12 foot jump) into the water. This part of the tour was where Jelle really shined, as he guided us over the sharp coral to both reach the pool and get out of it. A few more stops later and our tour came to an end, but not before we covered what seemed to be 80% of the 72 square miles of the island. This tour is a must if you want to see all the sites in Aruba in a short period of time. When cruises resume, I would imagine this would be the perfect daily excursion, but it’s also fantastic for those staying on the island. It isn’t for anyone with a weak heart, knees, or back, but otherwise it is a must-do tour in Aruba!

My husband LOVED driving the ATV! I'm not sure if I am reviewing the tour we took...there was a hiccup with our tour and we were offered the ATV tour in its place.

Driving the UTV. The guide and his explanations of the history of the sights we visited. The time spent at each spot was good.

Jelle, our guide, was excellent. You see the best of the island on this excursion and swimming in the natural pool was incredible.

Best tour ever.. Our guide Hugo was amazing...he spared no details when it came to the island rich history. He was helpful and went out of his way to ensure we were safe. The pools were amazing. Highly recommended and don't forget to ask for Hugo.