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• Awesome way to visit Arikok!

  214deniseb,,Feb 13, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  My husband and I were very interested in visiting the national park, but were a bit intimidated by reading about the roads going into it and trying to figure out what might work. We found Howard on TripAdvisor and that seemed like a great solution. It was! Howard met us at a local bakery and drove us into the park, where we parked and hiked along the coastline. We ended up at the pool, Conchi. It was a very rough surf day, so it was not a super day to be at the pool, but my husband was able to swim there.This was an awesome way to experience the park! Howard is so helpful and friendly and provided so much info about the park and Aruba overall. We did this our first day on the island, so he also gave us some great tips on things to do and places to eat for the remainder of our trip. Highly recommend hiking with Howard!

  

  

  

  

• We had an enjoyable day...

  Cheryl H,,Feb 12, 2026

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  We had an enjoyable day hiking in the National Park with Howard. He made sure we had water and walked at a comfortable pace for everyone in our party. The water was rough at the pools so only 2 of us got in. The other tour groups were not allowed to do this as the national park person knew that Howard would make sure we were safe. We got to see a heard of wild goats and some endangered owls. He even took us to the grocery store for some beer to take to the beach, which he dropped us off at and we took a taxi back to . Overall a great experience

• Best Tour Guide in Aruba!

  Dominick D,,Feb 10, 2026

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  I can’t say enough great things about this hiking experience inside Arikok National Park. The views were absolutely amazing, and Howie was incredibly knowledgeable about the local history, explaining everything we were seeing along the way. Throughout the hike, it truly felt like we were getting a premium experience compared to the large group tours. Having the hike be private with just my girlfriend and me made it even more special. Howie even brought his camera and took great photos, which was an awesome bonus. We also stopped at the natural pool, which was a lot of fun. We got to snorkel and feed some of the fish that call the pool home. From pickup to drop-off, Howie’s knowledge and kindness made the entire experience smooth, personal, and extremely memorable. When we return to Aruba, we will absolutely be booking with Howie again to show us even more of the incredible sights the island has to offer.

• A great hike, snorkeling combo!

  alanm832,,Feb 10, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  We are a couple in our 70s and joined Howie on the Private Aruba National Park Hiking Tour and Natural Pool Swimming in February. Howie was a terrific guide, very informative and knowledgeable about the area and various other Aruba related topics. We utilized trekking poles that were very helpful and Howie allowed us to hike at our own speed. While a bit challenging, the hike was enjoyable and doable for older folks like us. The pool at the end of the hike was amazing with plenty of fish, many quite large, and the snorkeling equipment Howie brought along worked perfectly. We didn’t jump in off the rocks, but that looked like fun. It should be noted that, at times, the pool may be closed in the event of strong waves that wash over the rocks. All in all, a great day and highly recommended

• Howard was a fabulous...

  Heather N,,Feb 8, 2026

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  Howard was a fabulous tour guide! He was punctual, communicative, extremely knowledgeable of the island’s history and in navigating us to the natural pool at the pace we desired. He took photographs along the tour which captured the beauty of the island and will be great memories for us. He had water, snacks, sunscreen and snorkeling gear available. We Highly recommend taking his personal tour!

• Best Aruba Hike

  Jean L,,Feb 2, 2026

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  Uncle Howie felt like family! He shared his love and knowledge of hiking in Aruba, flora, fauna, history, animals, geography and Arubian culture and family life. We visited 2 beaches not accessible by vehicle- very cool. Hiked sand dunes and hillsides. The third beach has a natural tidal pool for swimming and snorkeling. Howie provided snorkeling 🤿 and snacks and water. He takes professional photos of our adventure and shares them with you later. He paced the hike comfortably for these older folks- much appreciated! Don’t hesitate to book with Uncle Howie. Did I mention it was private? Just 2 of us for $80 each. Did I mention I saw rainbow fish while snorkeling? Yup. The best day. Thank you Uncle Howie! Will be hiking with you again!

• Fantastic and recommended

  Rick A,,Feb 1, 2026

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  The tour was fantastic and could not be more pleased with our guide Howie, very personable and informative. Highly recommend this tour. We met at a breakfast place and rode with him in his vehicle to the park entrance. The hike to Conchi I think about an hour. Pretty easy hike, but rocky and some steep parts along with sand. Beautiful hiking. We met at 7:30am and were at Conchi around 9am. The pool was empty but only for about 10 minutes before the jeep tours folks starting coming in. It's a neat pool, a bit smaller than I expected. Howie brought nice quality snorkel equipment, bread to feed the fish to bring them to us, fruit and water. He also deliberately took pictures along the way and sent them to us.

• Uncle Howie is the best!

  Erin M,,Jan 29, 2026

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  Uncle Howie is the best. This is a nice private hike and allows you to see some things you would probably not see on your own. He makes sure you are safe and having a good experience. It gives you a chance to talk with a local while seeing some great scenery. Not to mention, he is also a great photographer and will get you some wonderful pictures for memories to keep. This was awesome! I will likely do this again on my next trip to Aruba.

• Uncle Howie and the best day on the island

  Tawnya L,,Jan 28, 2026

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  The day was amazing. Howie was so kind and made sure we were always comfortable and got to stop and see what we wanted to see. The natural pool was so peaceful. We had it lol to ourselves for about 30 mins before anyone else was there. He took pictures of us along the way. This so a must do and he is your guy. I gave 5 stars wish I could have given 10

• One of a kind tour!

  Amy M,,Jan 27, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Howard was an absolutely fantastic guide! From start to finish, he was kind, friendly, and communicated clearly, making the entire experience seamless and enjoyable. He shared a wealth of information about the national park’s history, wildlife, and different species, which really added depth to the trip. The views were truly spectacular and exceeded our expectations. The snacks and water were such a thoughtful touch and very much appreciated. You can tell Howard genuinely enjoys what he does, and it shows in how welcoming and knowledgeable he is. Highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for an unforgettable experience!

  

  

  

  

  
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