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Aruba Travel Guide: Tours, Activities & Local Experiences
Compare experiences, discover local businesses and plan your Aruba vacation with helpful guides.
489 tours & hotels with booking paths · 115 restaurants · 137 travel guides
Start Planning Your Aruba Trip
Book the parts of the trip people usually decide first: tours, essentials, getting around, and the practical details.
Aruba Tours & Activities
Compare snorkeling, sailing, UTV tours and island excursions, then book the one that fits.
Compare tours →Aruba Must-Haves
Reef-safe sunscreen, snorkel gear, beach rentals and the products travelers buy before they fly.
See must-haves →Getting Around Aruba
Rental cars, airport transfers, taxis and buses so you can move around the island with a plan.
Compare transport →Aruba Travel Planning
Entry requirements, ED Card, travel insurance, vacation costs and essential information before departure.
Open planning hub →Discover the Best Things to Do in Aruba
From sunset cruises and snorkeling adventures to off-road excursions, explore popular activities and find the right experience for your trip.
Compare a few popular tours
Prices, ratings and booking details for three experiences travelers compare often.
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Sunset Cruises
Aruba Sunset Dinner Cruise with Open Bar – Red Sail Sports
Tour Provider: Red Sail Sports - Aruba
Tour Categories: Sunset Cruises+ 1 more
4.8
Price from $137
Snorkeling & Sailing
Aruba Private Boat Tour with Snorkeling & Fishing
Tour Provider: Around Aruba Tours
Tour Categories: Snorkeling & Diving+ 2 more
4.7
Price from $256.42
Half Day Safari
Aruba Cave Pool & Secret Beach Safari Tour
Tour Provider: RockaBeach Tours Aruba
Tour Categories: Half Day & Full Day Tours
4.8
Price from $98.46
Discover Local Services in Aruba
Find helpful local services to make your Aruba vacation easier, more comfortable and memorable.
Find the Best Restaurants in Aruba
From authentic Aruban dishes and fresh seafood to romantic beachfront dinners, explore restaurants for every taste and budget.
Best Beachfront Restaurants
Sand tables, pier sunsets, and romantic beach dinners island-wide.
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Plan Your Aruba Trip Your Way
Whether it's your first visit or you're returning to explore more of the island, find the guides that fit your vacation.
First-time in Aruba
Flights, hotel areas, beaches, transportation, budgeting, and what to reserve first.
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Family trip
Kid-friendly beaches, calm water activities, practical logistics, and easy daily planning.
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Couples & honeymoon
Romantic stays, sunset cruises, beachfront dinners, and memorable island experiences.
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Aruba on a budget
Affordable restaurants, cheaper transportation, budget-friendly tours, and realistic spending tips.
Explore path →Travel guides
Aruba travel guides and practical tips
A few practical guides for planning the trip, with the full library one click away.
Travel Guide
First-Time Aruba Travel Guide
Weather, where to stay, what to book first and the practical details for a first visit.
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Travel Guide
Best Beaches in Aruba
Eagle Beach, Palm Beach, Baby Beach and the quieter coves — what each beach is actually like.
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Travel Guide
Best Time to Visit Aruba
Weather by month, hurricane season, crowds and the cheaper months to plan a trip.
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Travel Guide
Aruba ED Card & Entry Requirements
What to complete before you fly, and the entry details travelers usually look up at the last minute.
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Aruba Vacation Costs & Budgeting
A realistic look at food, tours, transport and where the trip gets expensive.
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Travel Guide
Aruba vs Curaçao vs Bonaire
Beaches, snorkeling, diving, families and resorts if you are still choosing an ABC island.
Read guide →Your Local Friend in Aruba
ArubaBuddies helps visitors explore Aruba with more confidence. Discover tours, restaurants, beaches, hotels and local services in one place, with practical guides and comparisons to help you make the most of your trip.
Our goal is simple: make Aruba easier to explore while helping visitors discover the local businesses that make the island special.
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