Half-Day Aruba Island Tour from Oranjestad
So much to do, so little time! This half-day island tour includes all of Aruba's must see attractions, including the California Lighthouse, Ayo or Casibari rock formations, the Bushiribana gold mill ruins and the Aloë Vera Factory. Hop on and enjoy a fun, personalized and friendly Aruba island tour. A professional guide and hotel pick up and drop off in an air-conditioned bus are included in the trip.
Options
Honeymoon Private Half Day
Pastechi & Mimosa: You are welcomed with a local pastechi and mimosa.
Pickup included
What's included in Half-Day Aruba Island Tour from Oranjestad
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Aruba Aloe Factory, Museum and Store
Learn all about the Aruba aloe production process along with the 160 year history of Aloe Vera cultivation in Aruba during the factory & museum tour. Afterwards visitors have the opportunity to shop for their perfect Aloe Vera product. Before you leave, don't forget to snatch a picture underneath a Divi Divi tree with the Aloe plantation in the background.
California Lighthouse and Sasariwichi Dunes
The California Lighthouse is built on top of the Hudishibana hill, located on the north-west tip of Aruba. Passengers will get the opportunity to get off the bus and admire the lovely 360 degree view atop the hill. See how the white sand beaches meets the desert-like landscape. To explore the surrounding area is free. If you wish to climb up the Lighthouse there is an admission fee applicable that is not included in this tour.
Alto Vista Chapel
Alto Vista Chapel is a small Catholic chapel also known as "Pilgrims Church" that stands on the hills above the north shore of the sea. Visitors have the opportunity to stop and walk around and enter the Chapel. There is also opportunity to purchase coconut water from a local vendor.
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Local taxes
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late at meeting point
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 35 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
• PICK-UP TIME: 9 AM Tour: Between 8.25 and 9 AM AST 10 AM Tour: 9.25 and 10 AM AST • PICK-UP AREA: Complementary pick up in the Oranjestad-West, Palm Beach and Eagle Beach area. • PICK-UP SPOT: Hotel/ condos: In front of the lobby of your resort or at the security gate Apartments: outside the gates Cruise Port: Meeting point is in front of the Ocean Drive Store . Turn Right as soon as you exit the gates and you will see the blue store with the yellow logo of Ocean Drive. The store is next to the Diamonds International Store (Gate 3). • WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE JOINING: Comfortable walking shoes (sneakers/ supportive sandals) are recommended. One of the stops is a spiritual/ religious site, as such proper attire is recommend to visit (covered chest area, upper arms and above knee area) The road between Natural Bridge and Bushiribana is an unpaved road and can be bumpy. We recommend to carry some extra cash on you (US dollar is widely accepted on the island). There are toilet facilities at most of the stops. Some are free others may charge 1 US dollar per visit. Entrance to go up the California Lighthouse is not included and this activity is at your own risk. If you are pregnant, have back issues , or any other medical reason, we recommend to contact our office to reserve your seat behind the driver. Our guides are multi-lingual and this means that they might be explaining part of the tour in other languages to other guests. Para nuestros invitados de habla hispana: a veces no recibimos suficientes invitados para un recorrido solo en español. En este caso, lo programaremos en nuestro recorrido en inglés. Todos nuestros guías son multilingües y estarán más que felices de traducirle parte del recorrido. Si cree que esto podría obstaculizar su experiencia en el recorrido, cancele o contáctenos antes del recorrido para obtener un reembolso.
Meeting / End Points
- Wait for our guides inside the factory in the Museum area/ by the Factory guides station.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• PICK-UP TIME: 9 AM Tour: Between 8.25 and 9 AM AST 10 AM Tour: 9.25 and 10 AM AST 2 PM Tour: Between 1.25 and 2 PM AST • PICK-UP AREA: Complementary pick up in the Oranjestad-West, Palm Beach and Eagle Beach area. (Link to marked map with our pick-up area: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1nG25GF44VJRMguXKE9jJcmBT9HgOvLOw&ll=12.556417794830958%2C-70.04041413880802&z=12) • PICK-UP SPOT: Hotel/ condos: In front of the lobby of your resort or at the security gate Apartments: outside the gates Cruise Port: In front of the Diamond International Store. Turn Right as soon as you exit the gates and you will spot Diamond International Store. • WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE JOINING: Comfortable walking shoes (sneakers/ supportive sandals) are recommended. One of the stops is a spiritual/ religious site, as such proper attire is recommend to visit (covered chest area, upper arms and above knee area) The road between Natural Bridge and Bushiribana is an unpaved road and can be bumpy. We recommend to carry some extra cash on you (US dollar is widely accepted on the island). There are toilet facilities at most of the stops. Some are free others may charge 1 US dollar per visit. Entrance to go up the California Lighthouse is not included and this activity is at your own risk. If you are pregnant, have back issues , or any other medical reason, we recommend to contact our office to reserve your seat behind the driver. Our guides are multi-lingual and this means that they might be explaining part of the tour in other languages to other guests. Para nuestros invitados de habla hispana: a veces no recibimos suficientes invitados para un recorrido solo en español. En este caso, lo programaremos en nuestro recorrido en inglés. Todos nuestros guías son multilingües y estarán más que felices de traducirle parte del recorrido. Si cree que esto podría obstaculizar su experiencia en el recorrido, cancele o contáctenos antes del recorrido para obtener un reembolso.