Aruba

Get acquainted with the colorful sights and sounds of Oranjestad as you walk through its historic streets. With a local expert leading the way, you'll see many of the city's hidden gems, sample its cuisine, plus you can browse the exhibits of the National Archaeological Museum and the Historical Museum.

Enjoy hours of splashy fun in the sun with a trip to one of Aruba's gorgeous beaches on the Kukoo Kunuku bus, first stopping at Alta Vista Chapel then the famous California Lighthouse, which boasts panoramic island views.

This compact introduction to Aruba features a variety of attractions to pique your interests. See the Baby Natural Bridge & Natural Bridge Ruins, the Bushiribana Gold Mills Ruins, which are a shining example of Aruba's 19th-century history, tranquil Alto Vista Chapel, and the picture-postcard icon, the recently renovated California Lighthouse.

Take in the delights of Oranjestad - from historic sights to the Dutch colonial architecture - from the comfort of your motorcoach. Visit an aloe plantation and museum, discover the unique Casibari Rock Formation, and photograph the views from the California Lighthouse. Conclude with free time on one of the island's pristine beaches.

Celebrate your day in Aruba with visits to four of the island's most popular and photogenic destinations. Travel inland to the famous Casibari Rocks and along the windswept North Coast to Baby Natural Bridge, two stunning geological formations. And the Alto Vista Chapel and California Lighthouse are man-made, must see sights.

Tour Aruba's fascinating Butterfly Farm to learn more about these delicate insects. Then, pay a visit to the island's famous aloe factory before a stop at the breathtaking Casibari rock formation.

Discover Aruba's scenic highlights on a fun yet relaxing excursion around the California Lighthouse, Natural Bridge and Casibari Rock formations before visiting an ostrich attraction, where you will have an opportunity to feed these flightless birds.

A sleek sailing catamaran whisks you off on a snorkeling expedition to one of Aruba's famed coral gardens and, conditions permitting, to one of the largest shipwrecks in the Caribbean.

Become a real "pirate of the Caribbean" on the Jolly Pirates sailing boat when you visit three beautiful sites to swim, snorkel, and fly 'n' dive off the rope swing.

Set sail for a sunset cruise aboard a custom-built catamaran. Glide past Aruba's famous beaches, along the island's south coast and up the gorgeous west coast. Soak up the views as you nibble on tasty snacks and sip on zesty cocktails, sodas, and fruit juices from the open bar.

Discover the highlights of Aruba's capital on a panoramic drive. Admire the Dutch Colonial buildings, the California Lighthouse and the Casibari rock formations. Then, relax on one of Aruba's beaches.

Take in panoramic views of Aruba's beaches from the deck of a custom-built catamaran. Anchor at the west point of the island to snorkel, then sail to Palm Beach for a swim and complimentary beverage.

See Aruba by land and sea on an exhilarating tour that includes both a semi-submarine cruise and an island highlights drive past the rock formations, the Baby Natural Bridge and the California Lighthouse.

Discover the wonders of sea life in the crystal Caribbean waters on an exhilarating three-stop snorkeling adventure on board the Mi Dushi, a colorful, four-level-deck watercraft. Lunch is included.

Watch the sun set upon the sparkling Caribbean Sea on a magical, two-hour evening sail along Aruba's scenic west coastline aboard a luxury 115-foot wooden Schooner. As the sky changes from pink to orange to fiery red, sip handcrafted cocktails as you sail along the picturesque shoreline.

Get ready for a night out on the town-Aruba style. The colorful Kukoo Kunuku Bus will whisk you to the beach for a champagne toast followed by a casual Caribbean dinner. Dancing, a pub crawl with a complimentary drink at each stop, complete your just-for-two or just-for-fun evening.

Hit the open road in a Land Rover and discover the island from an off-roading point of view. Varroom past desert homes called "cunucus," the Baby Natural Bridge, the Bushiribana Gold Mine ruins, and drive by the California lighthouse. Then, cool off with a dip in the Arikok National Park's natural pool!

Explore Aruba by 4WD Land Rover. Get off the beaten path and visit such natural landmarks as Casibari Rock, Natural Bridge, and Bushiribana Ruins. Photograph the picturesque chapel and swim at Arashi Beach.

Let the good times roll when you hop onto a Segway 2x2 for a look at Aruba like you've never seen it before. Your sightseeing tour includes riding to the California Lighthouse and enjoying thirst-quenching refreshments. After the tour, cool off with snorkeling (equipment included), swimming and sunning at Arashi Beach.

Learn to dive in one day and discover the beauty of Aruba's underwater world. Under the guidance of a professional instructor, you'll learn the basics of scuba diving during a one hour pool session and a one tank boat dive before exploring coral formations wrapped around the Pedernalis shipwreck.

Discover the undersea splendors, sea life and shipwrecks of Aruba on board the Atlantis submarine, designed to take you on a thrilling underwater excursion in air-conditioned comfort.

Head to a local ranch, saddle up and discover Aruba's countryside as well as one of its many sandy beaches in true cowboy style on horseback.

Ride the ferry to fun-filled De Palm Island, where your beach resort "passport" allows access to many activities, including snorkeling, snorkel tours, salsa lessons, banana boat rides, kids water park, adult water park, flamingo viewing and dining.

On this Certified Scuba Tour for experienced divers, the first dive will be at the Antilla, the largest shipwreck in the Caribbean at a 60-foot depth; the second will be at the Pedernalis shipwreck at 25 feet.

Now, even non-divers can enjoy a fascinating sea trek among the colorful marine life in Aruba's clear waters off De Palm Island on a helmet dive, which allows you to keep your glasses on and your hair dry.

From the seat of a UTV, your guided off-road safari takes you through the island's western outback past the Ayo rock formations with photo stops at the Chapel of Alto Vista, the Gold Mine Ruins and California Lighthouse.