Horseback Ride: Country Side and Alto Vista Chapel

Horseback Ride Country Side Alto Vista Chapel in Aruba Countryside Cunucu South American Quarter Horse
Price: $99.00
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Small
Shore Excursion Type Active, Scenic
Shore Excursion Duration 3 Hours 30 Minutes
Activity Level ? Moderate
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? The Ship Pier.
Food/Beverage Provided Not Included
Recommended Dress We recommend wearing long pants to avoid chaffing, and closed toe shoes are required. Sunglasses and sunscreen are suggested.
Restrictions Due to the breed of horse, the maximum weight per horse is 200 pounds. Guests over the weight limit will not be allowed to participate, and will not be entitled to a refund. The minimum age is to ride independently is 6 years old. Children ages 5 and younger may ride along with a parent or adult, who must be in control of the horse. Helmets are mandatory for guests under 15 years of age. This tour is not recommended for guests with asthma.

Horseback Ride: Country Side and Alto Vista Chapel

What a fun way to see the natural terrain of Aruba, on horseback in a group no larger than 10 guests.

After your transfer from downtown to the stables and a safety briefing, you will be assigned a horse and head out on a trail ride through the "Cunucu," or Aruban countryside.

As this tour does not cross streets or include galloping, it is a perfect ride for children or beginners. Helmets are also provided.

One highlight of the tour is the visit to the hidden lagoon where the local residents - donkeys, iguanas, parakeets and more - can be spotted. You will see that many of them like having their picture taken.

A stop for photos will also be made at the Alto Vista Chapel, a small Catholic chapel that stands out from its surroundings. The present chapel dates from 1952, and stands in the same location as the original chapel built in 1750. The total ride time is approximately two hours.

Due to the tropical climate, the horses in Aruba are much smaller than the horses in the USA or Europe. You can compare them with Arabians. The following horse types can be found: Paso Fino, Trocha, Trotton, and the South American Quarter Horse.