Aruba Itinerary - Tours and Activities

Aruba is a Caribbean paradise with great beached, perfect weather and rich culture. This little island offers so much to see and do, take a look below.

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Part of the job of a travel agent is to save clients time and money. I looked through hundreds of tours and picked out the best tours to book in various categories that are both the best in quality and price.

Prices listed below are subject to change. Rates are typically discounted for larger groups and children, so use the links provided to see the exact cost for your specific scenario and book what is of interest to you.

Aruba Off-Road Adventure Jeep Tour

Go off-roading in Aruba to explore the Caribbean island’s natural landmarks best accessed by 4WD, with the option to add on a snorkeling cruise by catamaran. Get behind the wheel of a Kia Sportage or let your guide steer the way aboard a Jeep Wrangler. Highlights include the Natural Bridge, Boca Mahos cove, Arikok National Park and Baby Beach. Enjoy grilled seafood or chicken for lunch at a waterfront restaurant. Round-trip hotel transport is also included.

Duration

8 hours

Availability

Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9am

Price

$95 per person

Alternative

• Aruba Downtown Historic and Cultural Walking Tour - $40 per person

• Aruba Full-Island Tour - $65 per person

• Made in Aruba Sightseeing Tour - $67 per person

• Oranjestad Full Day Cultural Tour - $80 per person

• California Lighthouse Segway Tour – $82 per person

• Murals of San Nicolas - $30 per person

• San Nicolaas Tour: History, Museum of Industry's & Baby Beach - $65 per person

Aruba Pub Krawl

Your colorful Kukoo bus will pick you up at your hotel for an early evening of Fun, Entertainment and New friends. Included is a complimentary Kukoo shot glass and free shot at each stop. Drinks are at local prices and local snacks are available for purchase along the way.

Duration

3 hours

Availability

Tuesday - Saturday at 7pm

Price

$52 per person

Alternative

• Aruba Happy Kukoo Hour – $52 per person

• Nightlife Barhopping Tour – $78 per person

• Dinner and Nightlife Tour – $78 per person

Fusion of the World Food Tour

​​Go on a culinary journey and discover why Aruba is a melting pot. As you wander the streets of Oranjestad, the capital of Aruba, your guide on this evening walking tour will introduce you to the island’s multicultural cuisine. Visit local eateries and taste Jamaican, Cuban, Dutch, Italian, and traditional Aruban food. Plus, learn historic facts along the way.

Duration

2.5 hours

Availability

Mondays and Thursdays at 5:45pm

Price

$79 per person

Alternative

• Private Donut Island Brunch – $81 per person

• Champagne Brunch and Aqua Safari – $85 per person

• Caribbean Dinner Sail – $85 per person

• 4-Course Dinner Cruise – $149 per person

Catamaran Sunset Adventure Cruise

Relax and enjoy the views on this sunset cruise off Aruba’s spectacular coastline. Board a 45-foot (15-meter) catamaran equipped with spacious decks, trampolines for sunbathing, and a large roof for shade. There’s also an open bar on board to add to the island vibe, and guests receive an “I love Aruba” t-shirt to remember the occasion.

Duration

2 hours

Availability

Everyday at 5pm

Price

$45 per person

Alternative

• Jolly Pirate Sunset Sail – $42 per person

• Jolly Pirate Afternoon Sail and Snorkel – $61 per person

• Catamaran Sail with Snorkeling – $55 per person

• Antilla & Catalina Snorkel Sail – $65 per person

• North Coast Seabob Reef Tour – $97 per person

Guided Mangel Halto and Baby Beach Snorkeling Tour

Visit two of Aruba's best-known snorkeling beaches—Baby Beach and Mangel Halto—on this combination tour in Aruba. Choose whether you'd like to relax on land and take in the scenery of these two popular beaches or explore the underwater world with the provided snorkel gear. Round-trip hotel or cruise port transportation included.

Duration

5 hours

Availability

Fridays at 9am

Price

$28 per person

Alternative

• Malmok Beach Sightseeing Segway – $51 per person

• Colorful Beach Bus Sightseeing Tour – $54 per person

• Cave Pool & Secret Beach Jeep Tour – $82 per person

• De Palm Island Day Trip – $109 per person

Aruba Introductory Scuba Dive

Experience scuba diving in Aruba during a half-day introductory course, and explore a shallow reef or one of the island’s legendary shipwrecks. Learn the basics of equipment and safety in a classroom and pool, then head for open water. Practice buoyancy and communication while swimming alongside a dive instructor and discover vibrant fish and brilliant coral as you dive the Caribbean Sea for the first time.

Duration

4 hours

Availability

Monday - Saturday at 8:30am and 1pm

Price

$104 per person

Alternative

• Aruba Red Sail Scuba 1-Tank Dive for Certified Divers – $76 per person

• 2-Tank Dives Certified Divers Experience – $90 per person

• Certified Diver Scuba Diving with Solar Powered Sea Scooter – $145 per person

Seaworld Explorer Semi-Submarine Tour

Explore the wonders of the underwater habitat with the semi-submarine Seaworld Explorer. Your air-conditioned vessel will take you to see the abundance of marine life at Arashi Reef, and your experience will culminate with the Antilla Shipwreck.

Duration

2 hours

Availability

Everyday at 11:30am and 1pm

Price

$45 per person

Alternative

Atlantis Submarine Expedition - $105 per person

Jet Ski Adventures

Eagle Beach is known as one the best beaches in the entire world, but that means it’s massive white-sand beaches can be overcrowded to say the least. Escape the crowds while still exploring the area with this Jet Ski Rental in Oranjestad. This jet ski rental gives you time to explore independently on the water. Perfect for beginners or those who jet ski regularly—all skill levels welcome.

Duration

30mins

Availability

Everyday from 10am - 4:30pm

Price

• $51 per person for a double seater

• $90 per person for a single seater

Alternative

• Tube Rides – $21 per person

• Banana Boat Ride – $27 per person

• Water Skiing, Wake Boarding & Knee Boarding – $58 per person

• Windsurf Beginner Lesson – $60 per person

• Kitesurfing Lesson – $120 per person

Parasailing

Go parasailing! Feel the wind rushing through your hair and enjoy the feeling of complete freedom! We lift you up from our Parasailing boat and you will also land on the special platform on the back of the boat. Let our captain know if you want to be dunked in the blue Caribbean Sea during your ride. But just flying high in the sky is possible to!

Duration

12 mins

Availability

Everyday from 9am - 4pm

Price

$62 per person

Alternative

• Hobiecat Sailing – $110 per person

• Flyboarding & Jetovator Experience – $142 per person

Mangrove Forest Tour - Glass Bottom Kayak

Explore Aruba's rich underwater world without getting wet on this glass-bottom boat tour. See coral reefs, tropical fish, and other marine life as you glide over crystal-clear water exploring mangroves and the open water. Along the way, there's time for a stop at the secluded beach of Isla di Oro for some swimming.

Duration

1 hour

Availability

Everyday at 9am

Price

$65 per person

Alternative

• Stand Up Paddle Boarding – $26 per person

• Kayak Rental – $31 per person

• Night Glass Kayak Tour – $75 per person

Western Horseback Riding Tour

This country and beach ride will take you through the rugged landscapes of Aruba's rocky desert National Park before descending for a ride along the pristine waters of the North-East coast.

Duration

1.5 hours

Availability

Everyday at 10:30am and 1:30pm

Price

$85 per person

Alternative

• Horseback Riding in Northern Aruba – $82 per person

• Sunset Vista Horseback Riding Tour – $85 per person

• Wariruri Beach Horseback Ride – $85 per person

• Horseback Riding Tour to Little Natural Bridge – $90 per person

• Horseback Riding Tour to Urirama Cove – $90 per person

• Aruba Horseback Riding Tour to Alto Vista Chapel – $95 per person

• Horseback Riding Tour For Advanced Riders – $100 per person

Aruban Roots Adventure by ATV & UTV

Go beyond the paved roads of Aruba’s cityscape to discover the island’s hidden treasures on this half-day guided ATV adventure. Take the wheel of your own ATV and follow your guide into the countryside to see some popular attractions of the north shore including the Bushiribana Gold Mill Ruins, Alto Vista Chapel, and the Aloe Factory.

Duration

3 hours

Availability

Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9am

Price

$65 per person

Alternative

• Mountain Bike Tour – $60 per person

• ATV Tour Adventure – $84 per person

• EZ Raider North Coast Adventure – $95 per person

• Blokarting Experience – $95 per person

• UTV Tour Natural Cave Pool with Cliff Jumping – $109 per person

• Harley-Davidson Guided Island Tours – $174 per person

Aruba's Karting Arrive & Drive

Get your adrenaline pumping and participate in an exciting Go-Kart race during your time in Aruba. Speed down a professional Go-Kart track and navigate challenging turns at high speeds. This exciting activity is available for first-timers and more advanced drivers. Race your friends or other drivers on the course for a fun day out in Aruba.

Duration

10 mins

Availability

Tuesday - Sunday from 3pm - 8pm

Price

$26 per person

Aruba Arikok National Park Hiking Tour

This adventurous hiking experience through the Aruba Arikok National Park guided by a real park ranger who will show you different flora and fauna that can be found in Aruba along with some of the most amazing views on island.

Duration

3.5 hours

Availability

Thursdays at 9am

Price

$47 per person

Alternative

• Guided Hiking Tour of Aruba - $56 per person

• Half-Day Spanish Lagoon Mangrove Trail - $135 per person

Meet the Animals of Aruba

Interact and learn about some of the wildlife that can be found in Aruba on this tour. You will visit the Ostrich Farm, Philip’s Animal Sanctuary and the Donkey Sanctuary. Part of the proceeds will be donated to the animal sanctuaries.

Duration

4.5 hours

Availability

Everyday at 9am

Price

$45 per person

Alternative

Aruba Ostrich Farm - $30 per person