Aruba North Coast UTV Tour: Casibari, Lighthouse & Tres Trapi

Summary

Aruba’s rugged side by UTV with rocks, ruins, and a secret swim

You’ll ride your own UTV along Aruba’s wild north coast with a local guide—climbing Casibari’s giant boulders, feeling sea spray at Natural Bridge, pausing at Alto Vista Chapel’s quiet hilltop, and ending with a swim at Tres Trapi Beach where starfish drift below your feet. It’s messy hair, laughter, windburn—and somehow exactly what you need.

What’s the experience like?

I never thought Aruba could feel this raw. We left the main office in Oranjestad after our guide, Miguel, handed out bandanas and did a quick safety chat — honestly, I was more nervous than I let on. The UTVs looked like something out of a movie. As soon as we hit the north coast, the wind started tossing sand everywhere and my hair was basically a lost cause. First stop: Casibari Rock Formation. I’d seen photos but standing there between those huge boulders (they really do look piled up by giants), you get this weird silence except for wind scraping over stone. Miguel pointed out lizards sunbathing and told us about old volcanic stuff — I only half caught it because I was busy trying to climb without slipping.

The drive to the Natural Bridge was bumpy — in that fun way that makes you laugh and swear at the same time. The bridge itself is mostly collapsed now, but the sea crashes underneath so loud you have to shout to be heard. We didn’t stay long; just enough for salty air to stick to my skin and for someone to lose their hat (Miguel rescued it with style). Then we rolled past the Bushiribana Ruins — kind of blink-and-you-miss-it — before zigzagging through cactus country toward Alto Vista Chapel. That little yellow chapel sits all alone on a hill; inside it smells faintly of candles and old wood. Some locals were lighting candles quietly while outside the wind kept howling. There’s something peaceful about it though.

The last stretch took us up to California Lighthouse — white against all that blue sky — then finally down to Tres Trapi Beach. You get there by these three rough steps cut into rock (I nearly slipped, but nobody saw). The water’s clear as glass and if you look down you’ll spot red starfish scattered over the sand. We swam until my fingers wrinkled up and ate chips sitting on warm stone, legs dangling in the tide. I still think about that view sometimes when I’m stuck in traffic back home.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Aruba Northcoast UTV Adventure

• Meet guide at main office
• Receive safety briefing
• Drive to Casibari Rock Formation
• Explore Casibari Rock Formation
• Visit Aruba Natural Bridge viewpoint
• Drive through desert area
• Visit Alto Vista Chapel
• Visit California Lighthouse
• Swim at Tres Trapi Beach

Top questions

How long does the Aruba Northcoast UTV Afternoon Tour last?

The tour takes place in the afternoon and covers multiple stops; exact duration may vary but plan for several hours including travel between sites.

Is hotel pickup included for this Aruba UTV tour?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included in your booking.

What should I bring for the Aruba Northcoast UTV Tour?

Bring a valid driver’s license if you want to drive, plus sunscreen, comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting dusty, swimsuit for Tres Trapi Beach, and maybe a hat or bandana.

Are snacks or drinks provided during the tour?

You’ll get cold bottled water and chips as snacks during the trip.

Is this UTV tour suitable for children?

Children can join but must be accompanied by an adult; all drivers need a valid license.

Can pregnant travelers join this Aruba UTV day trip?

No, it is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal injuries.

Which attractions are included on this UTV day trip from Oranjestad?

You’ll visit Casibari Rock Formation, Natural Bridge, Alto Vista Chapel, California Lighthouse, Bushiribana Ruins (drive-by), and swim at Tres Trapi Beach.

Do I need previous experience driving a UTV?

No prior experience needed—your guide will give a safety briefing before heading out.

What’s included

Your afternoon includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Oranjestad or nearby areas, professional local guide leading every stop from Casibari rocks to Tres Trapi Beach, cold bottled water whenever you need it (trust me—you’ll want it), simple snacks like chips along the way, plus all local taxes covered so there are no surprises at any stop.