Top Oranjestad Eco Tours

Go on an island excursion, and see some of the most popular spots in Aruba on this tour taking off from Oranjestad. Travel the whole island, and see the California Lighthouse, the Ayo Rock Formation, and the Casibari Rock Formations. Visit one of the world’s oldest aloe-vera factories, as well as a 75-year-old, family-run bar. Learn about Aruba’s gold-rush era at the Bushiribana gold mill ruins, and swim in a man-made lagoon at Baby Beach.

Exploring Aruba’s natural beauty beyond the beaches can be difficult without local knowledge. However, this guided horseback riding adventure offers a relaxed way to explore the island’s scenic trails, countryside, and coastline, with Caribbean Sea views along the way. Your ride is matched to your experience level, and guidance is on hand throughout, so you can trot around the island with confidence.

Cover all of Aruba's top attractions on a half-day island tour from Oranjestad. Visit landmarks such as the Bushiribana Gold Mill Ruins, the Casibari rock formations, the California Lighthouse, and the Aloe Vera Factory Museum. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Ride horses through Aruba's unspoiled and rugged landscapes during this small-group tour. Get matched with a horse according to your skills and experience, then follow your horseback riding guide through the desert scenery of Arikok National Park to the natural pool to cool off. Hotel or port pickup and drop-off is included; no horseback riding experience is required.

Get ready for a thrilling ride—solo or double—aboard an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) along Aruba’s north coast. Kick up plenty of dirt on this half-day tour along rugged back roads to seaside bluffs and beaches. Your informative guide stops at notable landmarks including Alto Vista Chapel, Baby Natural Bridge, and the ruins of the Bushiribana Gold Mill before you have free time to refresh with a leisurely swim. Pickup and drop-off from most Aruba hotels included.

A lot of Aruba's most beautiful sights are hard to reach on public transport, so get out in the wild and enjoy this comprehensive jeep tour to natural bridges, beaches, coves, and historic sites. Highlights along the way include Bushiribana Gold Mill Ruins, a natural cave pool, Alto Vista Chapel, and California Lighthouse. No need to research Aruba's history before the trip as a guide provides entertaining stories throughout.

Learn about Aruba's most popular exports during this entertaining and educational tour. With your local guide, visit a cigar producer, a local farm and an aloe Vera factory. Stop by the Studio Murano Fine Arts to see an 19th century old Aruban Kunuko house, see how Giuliani will use the old traditional technique of glassblowing and and enjoy lunch and one complimentary soft drink. Sample some local liquors at The Aruba Rum Tasting at the home of Jerome and Marcia where the secret Flavored Aruba Rum is made. Hear about how these exports shape Aruba's economy through engaging commentary from your local guide. Learn more about Aruba’s agriculture history by visiting the Goshen farm and enjoy a refreshing smoothie. Lunch and round-trip transportation from local hotels are provided.

Nature lovers will enjoy this fun-filled private hiking and snorkeling day trip. Start the day by hiking to the highest point on Aruba, Mount Jamanota, 620 feet. Enjoy the views, then descend for a refreshing dip in the sea. Instead of traveling to a snorkeling spot by boat, which disturbs and potentially damages the marine environment, take the eco-friendly option and snorkel from the shore.

Join a 4x4 jeep tour to explore the untouched beauty of Aruba’s Arikok National Park, reaching hidden spots most tourists can’t access. Marvel at sweeping desert landscapes dotted with cacti, lava rocks, and secluded beaches, before plunging into two natural pools for a snorkeling adventure teeming with vibrant corals and reef fish. This unforgettable experience blends adventure with nature’s raw beauty.

This is the ultimate way to travel in style in Aruba. Instead of crowded bus tours, jump on a Harley-Davidson motorcycle, feel the fresh air, and set off on a guided ride between island highlights. Traveling on a motorcycle helps you cover more ground than a walking tour, and access places that would be hard to reach on foot. During the tour, whizz past California Lighthouse, Ayo and Casibari rock formations, Alto Vista Chapel, Zeerover, and Mangel Halto Beach.

Discover even more beautiful landscapes in Aruba as you embark on a horseback riding tour along the beach. Join a small group and mount your steed for a leisurely stroll on Wariruri Beach, located on the north coast of the island. Enjoy panoramic views of the coastline and see the Wariruri Mini Natural Bridge while you ride.

Interact with ostriches, donkeys, and other animals on this half-day animal sanctuary tour. Depart from your hotel in an air-conditioned coach and travel to the Aruba Ostrich Farm. Accompanied by a guide, learn about the local ostriches and emus. Continue to the Donkey Sanctuary and Philip’s Animal Garden, which cares for exotic animals.