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From Oranjestad: Full-Day Island Jeep Safari Tour

1. From Oranjestad: Full-Day Island Jeep Safari Tour

Join a fun-filled guided Safari, designed to showcase the rugged and unseen beauty of Aruba. Journey to places only accessible by four-wheel drive and witness one of the highest viewpoints overlooking the island. Be escorted to several stops: California Lighthouse, Wish Garden, Chapel of Alto Vista, Bushiribana Gold Mill Ruins, Natural Bridge, Arikok National Park, Indian Caves, and San Nicolas. Enjoy the chance to swim and snorkel at the famous Natural Pool and Baby Beach. Tour Aruba in the state-of-the-art African-style Land Cruiser with extra cushioning and exceptional suspension, guaranteeing a comfortable journey around the island.

Aruba: Atlantis Submarine Expedition

2. Aruba: Atlantis Submarine Expedition

Voyage deep into the tropical waters of Aruba on a submarine voyage. After heading out on the water, you’ll dive up to 130 feet into the Caribbean Sea, feasting your eyes on the technicolor displays surrounding you. Marvel at the Barcadera Reef, replete with brain coral and massive sea fans, as your expert guide narrates the sea life by which you pass. Sitting in air-conditioned comfort, move between the best spots on the reef to spot tropical fish or moray eels. Pass by shipwrecks, including the WWII-era German Antilla, studded with coral and colorful sea vegetation. Explore the reef as is only possible in a submersible vessel, returning to the surface after an hour-long voyage.

Aruba: Seaworld Explorer Semi-Submarine Tour

3. Aruba: Seaworld Explorer Semi-Submarine Tour

You will begin by departing from Oranjestad's De Palm Pier, from where you will be taken out to the Seaworld Explorer to meet your knowlegeable guide. Once having arrived, your guide will share historical and ecological facts about the sights as you pass through the turquoise waters of Aruba. The best part of your tour will be that you get to explore the amazing underwater environment with dry clothing and in an air-conditioned vessel. Your submarine will also come complete with glassed-in and submerged viewing spaces. You will be able to see the rich see life of the Arashi Reef, which is filled with tropical fish and other marine life, as you hear insightful commentary from your guide about the types of coral and fish you see. Your next stop will be the Antilla, a 423-foot (128-meter) German ship that sunk during World War II. This shipwreck is one of the largest ship wrecks in the Caribbean, and you will have time to snap photos of the colossal boat and its marine inhabitants as your guide details the history of the ship.

Aruba: Boat Trip with Snorkeling and Open Bar

4. Aruba: Boat Trip with Snorkeling and Open Bar

Kick off your sailing and snorkeling trip off the coast of Aruba with a convenient hotel pick-up, followed by a scenic sea cruise aboard a 70-foot catamaran. Sit back and relax as your crew transports you across stunning blue waters while you soak up the sun and sip on tropical cocktails. Spend time at various snorkeling sites, including the coral-laden Antilla Shipwreck and Boca Catalina. Snack on assorted sandwiches and enjoy the open bar aboard the boat.

Aruba: Natural Pool and Cave Jeep Safari

5. Aruba: Natural Pool and Cave Jeep Safari

This fun-filled guided Safari adventure is designed to showcases the rugged and unseen beauty of Aruba. Travel by jeep, and marvel at your surroundings on this award-winning tour. The off-road journey will take you near to one of the highest viewpoints overlooking the island, places only accessible by 4-wheel-drive. Relax in the state-of-the-art vehicle, equipped with added cushioning for extreme comfort. Stop-off at the Natural Bridge, the Gold Mill Ruins, and the Arikok National Park. Also admire the Ayo Rock formations and Arikok Hill in all its glory. Take a dip in a natural pool to cool-off from the sun. Enjoy a spot of snorkeling, seeing the vivid colored fish that populate this region. This tour is led by a professional driver guide, with your comfort and safety being of prime importance. Sit back and enjoy the ride!

Aruba: Horseback Ride Tour to Wariruri Beach

6. Aruba: Horseback Ride Tour to Wariruri Beach

The tour starts at Rancho Amistad, from there we will ride through nature all the way to Wariruri Beach. On our way there we will see many different landscapes including cactus, typical trees from Aruba called Dividivi and Watapana. With luck we will see all different sorts of animals including Aruba´s Kinikini and Trupial birds, lizards and iguanas. As we approach the shores of the sea we will arrive at a beautiful Little Natural Bridge where you can take a picture in a natural setting with the breeze of the sea. We want the visitor to enjoy and connect with nature without damaging it.

UTV Adventure Afternoon Tour

7. UTV Adventure Afternoon Tour

After a safety operations briefing on how to operate your vehicle, your experienced guide will take you through some local neighborhoods on your way to the Arikok National Park. Once you enter the Arikok National Park your off road adventure starts. The Arikok National Park is home to priceless gems and is a great place to enjoy Aruba’s dramatic landscapes. In the park you will visit the Fontein Cave. The Fontein Cave is well known for its indigenous Arawak drawings, which were decoratively etched by Amerindians on the stones walls and flatter roof portion of the cave. The entrance which is open for visitors, is 4 meters (13 ft) in height and extends to a depth of 50 meters (160 ft). Long tongued bats nestle in the holes of the cave.  Next will be a short stop at one of Aruba’s largest sand dunes at Boca Prins. Feel like a kid again and play in the sand surrounded by a picturesque landscape along the beautiful Northern coast of Aruba. Your last stop will take you to one of Aruba’s most popular attractions the Natural Pool. A hidden pool on the windward coast surrounded by rocks and is a perfect getaway for a moment of total relaxation. On the way to and from the Natural Pool you will really get to experience a true off-road experience which our state of the art UTVs are perfectly equipped to handle. The location of the pool is surrounded by some of Aruba’s most rugged terrain, so visitors truly get the feeling of having discovered something when their eyes focus on the site. Diving from the rock cliffs into the protected pool of ocean water is the main reason why so many venture here off the beaten path. If weather permits, you will have the opportunity to swim in the Natural Pool.

UTV Adventure Morning Tour

8. UTV Adventure Morning Tour

After a safety briefing on how to operate your UTV (utility task vehicle or side-by-side), your experienced guide will take you through some local neighborhoods on your way to the Aruba Natural Bridge. Next, you will get a chance to find some gold at the Bushiribana gold mine ruins and afterwards you will visit the famous Ayo Rock Formations where you can see some ancient Indian drawings left behind by the original inhabitants of Aruba.  You will then put your driving to the test as you enter the Arikok National Park where your off-road adventure starts. The Arikok National Park is a great place to enjoy Aruba’s dramatic landscapes. It is home to priceless gems and wildlife such as the Aruban burrowing owl (Shoco) and Aruba rattlesnake. Your last stop will be inside the National Park at one of Aruba’s most popular attractions, the Natural Pool. The Natural Pool or "conchi" is a hidden pool on the windward coast surrounded by rocks, and is the perfect getaway for a moment of total relaxation. You will have the opportunity to swim in the Natural Pool (if weather conditions permit) while you enjoy this spectacular attraction. After this stop you will do some more off-roading as you head back to the starting point of the tour.

Aruba: 4-Hour ATV Adventure

9. Aruba: 4-Hour ATV Adventure

Discover Aruba’s most beautiful treasures lie hidden, far beyond the paved roads of Noord. Roar along the north coast of Aruba aboard a single or double ATV on this half-day tour. Feel the wind in your face and kick up dirt as your all-terrain vehicle takes you through rugged back roads, the desert, seaside bluffs, and beaches. Embark on a unique adventure to Aruba’s wild side. Explore the rolling deserts, rugged shorelines, and challenging terrain on your 4WD ATV. Capture amazing photos while visiting Alto Vista Chapel, Baby Natural Bridge, and Bushiribana Gold Mill Ruins. End the trip at The Cave Natural Pool.

Oranjestad: Mangel Halto and Baby Beach Snorkeling Tour

10. Oranjestad: Mangel Halto and Baby Beach Snorkeling Tour

We will pick you up at your Hotel, we will go to the Diving Center. The Snorkeling instructor will give you an explanation of how to use the Snorkeling equipment, with all the Safety Measures. You will enjoy beautiful turquoise blue waters, shallow waters, you will see coral reef and a variety of fish, Angel fish, Parrot fish, Trumpet fish, Sergeant Major Surgeonfish, Oysters, Octopus, Turtles, Sea urchins Starfish, Sea cucumber. At the end we will have water, cookies, banana.

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What people are saying about Oranjestad

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based on 812 reviews

The only thing "wrong" with this experience is that they undersell how AWESOME it is! For myself (mom) and two teenagers (13 and 16), it was a vacay highlight. The ATV has 3 rows of very cushioned seats and backs (important for the wild and wooly trip), each row seating 4 people. Our tour guide/ATV navigator, Oko, was FANTASTIC - funny, friendly, informative and great energy (like the other drivers in our little caravan - and a shout out to Uncle D!). Oko was a skilled driver over the crazy terrain of the national park, they all were - and he knew how to make it exciting, feeling like we were on the best amusement park ride ever, while still feeling safe. The cove snorkeling felt like you were inside a private aquarium, there were so many gorgeous fish, plus the spray of the ocean coming over the rocks - we were marveling at so much untamed, natural beauty. PLUS the trip included other significant Aruban sites, like the natural bridge and lighthouse... We would do this again!

Completely enjoyed this excursion. The guides were very helpful and accommodating for those new to snorkeling. Depending on the weather and wind, the currents can be challenging and tiring, but the guides made us feel safe and helped pull older ones with a life raft. Got to see beautiful fish and a shopwreck.

Wonderful snorkeling and excellent experience with Juan, Angela and Mark. You will not be disappointed with your time with these folks.

They were wonderful, and it was so fun to see multiple locations. I saw octopus and flounder, and our guides were spectacular.

Great way to see the sights! Ken was our guide....he was very knowledgeable and always willing to answer questions, etc.