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Best trails in Arikok National Park

Best trails in Arikok National Park

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Want to find the best trails in Arikok National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 21 great trails for hiking and walking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Ready for your next adventure? Explore one easy hiking trail in Arikok National Park that's great for the whole family. Looking for elevation? Trails in this park range from 196 to 1,640 feet of elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Arikok National Park.

Top trails

  1. #1 - Daimari - Conchi Natural Pool

    4.6(198)
    ·Moderate
    ·2.5 mi
    ·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Hiking trail through Arikok National Park, from Daimari Beach across the sand dunes to Boka Keto and Conchi natural pool. Note: entrance tickets are not available at the start of the trail, they must be purchased in advance at the visitor center at San Fuego. Beautiful hiking trail with constant sea views, starting at Daimari Beach to Conchi natural pool, located in Arikok National Park. The trail passes the sand dunes at Boca Keto beach. Highlights of this hiking trail: - Daimari Beach -...

  2. #2 - Conchi Natural Pool Trail

    4.6(156)
    ·Moderate
    ·6.6 mi
    ·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    Hiking trail from Arikok National Park visitor center to Conchi natural pool. Please note that the visitor center opens at 8 am. Those who want to go earlier can purchase the entrance ticket the day before. It is definitely recommended to go earlier because of the heat later in the day. See Tips for more information. Beautiful hiking trail from the visitor center of National Park Arikok to Conchi natural pool, also called "Cura di Tortuga." National Park Arikok is rich in cacti and rare...

  3. #3 - Jamanota Trail

    4.5(77)
    ·Moderate
    ·1.7 mi
    ·Est. 0.5–1 hr
    Hiking trail through Arikok National Park to Sero Jamanota and Masiduri. Note: entrance tickets cannot be purchased at the starting point. These must be purchased in advance at the visitor center. Bring 2 liters of water per person, set out early due to heat later in the day, wear protective clothing and good hiking shoes due to sharp stones. Sero Jamanota, at 188 meters, is the highest point in Aruba. It is located in the middle of Arikok, Aruba's National Park. Beautiful views of the...

  4. #4 - Miralamar Trail

    4.5(46)
    ·Easy
    ·1.2 mi
    ·Est. 0.5–1 hr
    The Miralamar Trail is a short hike through Arikok to a viewpoint and remnants of gold mines. The Miralamar Trail is a short loop trail starting at the visitor center of Arikok National Park. A narrow path leads between huge cacti up the hill to Miralamar viewpoint. Miralamar means "sea view." From the highest point, two coasts of Aruba can be seen. On the trail are some remnants of gold mines from the 1800's. It is a fairly easy route with partially paved trails, also good to do with...

  5. #5 - Sero Jamanota - Fontein Cave - Dos Playa

    4.7(44)
    ·Moderate
    ·8.4 mi
    ·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    Impressive hiking trail through Arikok to Sero Jamanota, the Fontein Cave and Dos Playa. Note: Due to the afternoon heat, it is recommended to set out early. Wear protective clothing, sunscreen, good hiking shoes and bring plenty of water. This is a beautiful hiking trail through Arikok National Park, starting from the entrance at the San Fuego. The hiking trail leads to several highlights of the national park, starting with viewpoint Miralamar. From here, two coasts of Aruba can be seen....

  6. #6 - Jamanota South Trail

    4.6(38)
    ·Moderate
    ·2.3 mi
    ·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Hiking trail to the top of Sero Jamanota and to Masiduri viewpoint in Arikok National Park. Note: there is little shade. Wear protective clothing, set out early and bring plenty of water. Admission tickets are not for sale at the starting point; they must be purchased in advance at the visitor center. This is an unmarked hiking trail through Arikok National Park, searching for the quiet and special trails of the park. The route starts with the climb to the top of Sero Jamanota, the highest...

  7. #7 - Sabana Basora - Sero Jamanota

    4.3(40)
    ·Moderate
    ·5.1 mi
    ·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Hiking trail from Sabana Basora to Sero Jamanota in Arikok National Park, the highest point in Aruba. Note: entrance tickets to Arikok must be purchased in advance at the visitor center. There is little shade and it gets hot early, set out early, wear protective clothing, sunscreen, good hiking shoes and bring plenty of water. This hiking trail starts from the Sabana Basora neighborhood and leads almost directly into Arikok National Park. Arikok is known for its cacti-covered hills. The...

  8. #8 - Arikok Visitor Center - Conchi - Boca Keto

    4.5(24)
    ·Moderate
    ·6.8 mi
    ·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    Loop trail from Arikok visitor center to Conchi natural pool, the beach and sand dunes of Boca Keto, Caquetío cave and Cunucu. Note: It gets hot early and there is no shade. Get out on time, wear protective clothing, use sunscreen and bring plenty of water. Good hiking shoes are necessary because of sharp rocks and cacti. This is an extensive loop trail starting from Arikok Visitor Center to the beach and back. On the route are some highlights of the national park, such as Conchi, a natural...

  9. #9 - Arikok Visitor Center - Dos Playa

    4.5(34)
    ·Moderate
    ·4.6 mi
    ·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Hiking trail from the Arikok visitor center to Dos Playa. Note: There is little shade and it gets hot early. Get out on time, wear protective clothing and sunscreen, and bring plenty of water. Rugged hike from the Arikok Visitor Center to Dos Playa, a unique double beach. The hills are covered with countless cacti where unusual flowers grow regularly and rare birds occur. The trail runs along the Rooi Tambu River and can be extended with a climb to Sero Arikok if wanted. Highlights of this...

  10. #10 - Boca Prins - Dos Playa

    4.7(21)
    ·Moderate
    ·4.2 mi
    ·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Hiking trail through Arikok National Park from Vader Piet entrance, across the sand dunes at Boca Prins, past the Fountain Cave to Dos Playa. Beautiful hiking trail along the northeast coast of Aruba, in the heart of Arikok National Park. The trailhead can be reached from Vader Piet entrance (open until 3 PM) and starts at restaurant and bay Boca Prins. The first part of the trail goes over the loose sand of the sand dunes at Boca Prins to the Fountain Cave. The cave features paintings of...
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A valid conservation pass is required to enter the park. The conversation day-pass can be purchased at both the San Fuego and Vaderpiet entrances.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Arikok National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Arikok National Park is Daimari - Conchi Natural Pool, which has a 4.6 star rating from 198 reviews. This trail is 2.5 mi long with an elevation gain of 308 ft.

What is the longest trail in Arikok National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Arikok National Park is Catashi - Daimari - Conchi - Dos Playa - Sero Arikok. This trail is estimated to be 8.8 mi long.

How many trails are in Arikok National Park?

There are 21 trails in Arikok National Park.These trails have an average 4.4-star ratingfrom 808 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Arikok National Park?

Sero Jamanota - Fontein Cave - Dos Playa has the most elevation gain with 1,640 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Catashi - Daimari - Conchi - Dos Playa - Sero Arikok, which has 1,617 ft of elevation gain.

Are there biking trails available in Arikok National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 biking trails in Arikok National Park and the most popular is Jamanota Trail with an average 4.5 star rating from 77 community reviews.

Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Arikok National Park?

Yes, there are 13 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Arikok National Park, including Daimari - Conchi Natural Pool, Conchi Natural Pool Trail, Jamanota Trail, Sero Jamanota - Fontein Cave - Dos Playa, and Jamanota South Trail.

Are there any trails with rivers in Arikok National Park?

Yes, there are 3 trails with rivers in Arikok National Park, including Sabana Basora - Sero Jamanota, Balashi Gold Mine - Frenchman's Pass - Kleine Jamanota, and Savaneta - Masiduri.

Are there any trails with beaches in Arikok National Park?

Are there any trails with caves in Arikok National Park?

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