Local operator · Palm Beach and Eagle Beach
An air-conditioned bus or van takes you around Aruba's best-known sights for seven hours, from the aloe factory and the California Lighthouse to Casibari's boulders and 90 minutes at Baby Beach. It is not a jeep tour and skips Arikok and the Natural Pool; pick it if bumps are off the table.
We list this one for a reason: some travellers in a group can't do a jeep. The ride into Arikok is rough enough that every operator rules out back problems, pregnancy and heart conditions. This tour stays on paved roads in an air-conditioned vehicle, takes infants and small children, and still shows you a lot of the island. It does not enter Arikok and does not go to the Natural Pool.
The route starts at the Aruba Aloe factory, founded in 1890, for a free 45-minute look at the plant and museum. Then 15 minutes each at the California Lighthouse, Alto Vista Chapel, the Natural Bridge site (the arch collapsed in September 2005) and the Casibari rock formations, and finally 90 minutes at Baby Beach to swim in the lagoon.
At $69 with pickup and water, it is the cheapest full day here. The trade-off is time: one guest felt 15 minutes at the lighthouse, rocks, chapel and bridge was too short. Food and snorkel gear cost extra, so bring a mask for Baby Beach. Be ready on time: the listing says no refund if you miss the pickup. A private version is available.
Free in the Oranjestad, Palm Beach and Eagle Beach areas. Be outside on time.
A walk through the factory and museum in Hato.
The California Lighthouse, Alto Vista Chapel and the site of the fallen Natural Bridge.
Steps and paths through the giant boulders with views across the island.
Swim or snorkel in the shallow lagoon, then the ride back.
★★★★★Mary was a great tour guide - knowledgeable and funny with just enough detail to not become overwhelming. Very helpful tips on food and bathroom options at each stop. The tour hits all the highlights of the island so you get to see both the tropical and arrid areas with lots of nature.
★★★★★Totally worth the price I paid. Got to see major tourist attractions and explained well by tour guide. Better than driving on your own. The final stop was so worth it , stopping at baby beach and taking a swim.
★★★★★It was nice to be able to see the highlights all in one day. Mary did a great narrative and so nice not to have to drive.
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No. It runs in an air-conditioned bus or van on paved roads. It doesn't enter Arikok National Park or visit the Natural Pool.
Yes. Infants up to 2 ride on laps and infant seats are available. Children 3 to 12 pay the child rate. Our guide to tours with kids compares the options.
Pickup and drop-off, an air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water and the swim stop at Baby Beach. Food and snorkel gear are extra.
The ABC island jeep safari does both in 8 hours with lunch, off-road. The Outback Safari pairs the pool with the north coast.
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Seven hours of island sights in an air-conditioned vehicle, with 90 minutes at Baby Beach. No off-roading.
Island Jeep Safari with Natural Pool & LunchThe whole island in a day: Natural Pool, Baby Beach, caves, north coast and lighthouse, with a BBQ lunch. Park fee extra.★ 5.0 · 8 hours · from $139
Outback Safari: Lighthouse, Arikok & ConchiThe pool plus the north coast: Bushiribana ruins, Alto Vista, the bridge site, Andicuri and an animal sanctuary. Park entry paid.★ 4.9 · 4.5 hours · from $122
Jeep Wrangler 4-Door RentalA 4-door Wrangler for up to five, by the cruise port, for a day on your own route. Park pass and gas are on you.★ 4.8 · 8 hours · from $280