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Visit the island’s hidden natural pools

(Oranjestad)—Amongst the also known “Cura di Turtuga National Park, this is also
countless beaches surround- (Turtle’s Cove) or just Natu- possible: do bring plenty
ing the island that are well- ral Pool—is reachable with of protective clothing and
known and frequently visited, any 4x4 vehicle or by foot enough water and food—it
there are an additional two if you’re up for a long hike. could take you up to three
“hidden” natural pools that However, since it is part of hours to hike there!
are situated in the northern the National Park, you must However, when you eventu-
coast of the island, two ideal first get permission from park ally do get there, you will be
stops in your tour itinerary. management to enter. You greeted with crystal blue wa-
would have to purchase ter surrounded by a natural
Conchi (Natural Pool) a day pass, and receive a rock formation that protects
For many years, Conchi was wristband as proof of pay- you from the wild waves on
the only natural pool that we ment. Once you’ve com- the other side. Though the so new, there is no official lagoon where wild northern
had on the island. Located pleted that, you are set! pool is located on the north- name for it, but most people waves crash into each other.
in the Arikok National Park, ern side of the island (where just call it the cave pool. Sounds scary, but if you look
near Boca Keto and the If you decide to hike from the sea is largely rough and down on your right, you’ll see
Daimari Ranch, Conchi— the entrance of the Arikok largely no suitable for swim- Just like the Conchi, the new a calm, crystal blue little pool
ming), the pool itself is very natural pool is situated on in the corner. To get there,
calm. It’s also relatively the northern coast of Aruba. you have to climb down
deep, and you can climb However, this pool is much some stairs. Be careful when
up the rocks and jump in! easier to reach with any type climbing down and follow
of vehicle, and there is no the instructions of your tour
Cave Pool hiking needed. This spot has guide if you have one.
This relatively new pool ap- also become a regular stop
peared just a few years ago, for touring visitors. And just like Conchi, this pool
when a part of the dried up also has a jumping spot, and
coral floor broke off and cre- When you get there, may- a rope to climb back up the
ated a partition between be you won’t be able to boulder.
the ocean and what is now spot the pool immediately,
the natural pool that is hid- because you will probably Picture of cave pool is cred-
den there. Because it’s still notice the moon-shaped ited to RockaBeach Tours