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9 Days in Oranjestad: A Tropical Adventure

Carina Luque

Carina Luque

17 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey to Oranjestad, Aruba. Dive into the crystal-clear waters, explore ancient marvels, and soak up the sun on pristine beaches. Get ready for an unforgettable tropical adventure!

Trip to Oranjestad

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Day 1Underwater Helmet Walk and ATV Thrills
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$250

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$ 10

Sea Trek Underwater Helmet Walk at De Palm Island
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$125
13 - 16 min

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Aruba Go Cherry ATV Tours & More
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$125
8 - 10 min

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Parke Arawa
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Conquer Hooiberg and Meet Adorable Donkeys
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$263

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$ 10

Hooiberg
A long set of steps leads hikers up this volcanic mountain known for its striking island panoramas.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Donkey Sanctuary Aruba
Safe haven for injured or abused wild donkeys, with a gift shop & feeding opportunities.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
9 - 11 min

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Palm Island
Only accessible by boat, this island features a resort, wildlife, white-sand beaches & water sports.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$250
Day 3Hidden Gems and Cultural Delights
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$0

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$ 10

Mangel Halto
Secluded beach with a sun deck, mangroves & calm, shallow waters, popular for kayaking & snorkeling.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Casibari Boulders
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Monumentsfund Aruba
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Beth Israel Conservative Synagogue
Modern synagogue, Aruba's only Jewish place of worship, where visitors can attend services.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 4Discover Aruba's History and Scenic Beauty
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$25

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$ 5

Real Deal Car Rental Aruba
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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George’s Cycle Company
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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I Love Aruba Sign
10:30 AM - 10:45 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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National Archaeological Museum Aruba
Museum in a Dutch Colonial building complex with artifacts from 5,000 years of Amerindian culture.
11:15 AM - 12:45 PM
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$13
6 - 9 min

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Museo Historico Aruba
Built in 1798, this restored military fort with a courtyard & a tower features a history museum.
1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
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$13
4 - 5 min

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Queen Wilhelmina Park
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
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Free
Day 5Shipwreck Exploration and UTV Excitement
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$163

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$ 10

Antilla Shipwreck
Sunken M.S. Antilla is popular with snorkelers, covered with anemones & coral & teeming with fish.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$25
11 - 14 min

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ARUBA RUFF RIDERS UTV RENTAL & TOURS
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$125
5 - 6 min

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Aruba Aloe Factory Museum and Store
Aloe factory offering free educational tours & a gift shop in a picturesque setting.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$13
Day 6Tee off at a Stunning Golf Course and Relax on Manchebo Beach
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$125

The Links at Divi Aruba Golf Course
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$125
13 - 20 min

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Manchebo Beach
White sandy beach on paradisiacal island with clear water, palm trees & luxury resorts & spas.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 7Unwind on Druif Beach and Enjoy Beachfront Bliss
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$0

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$ 5

Druif Beach
Quiet beach offering a picturesque stretch of white sand & clear water for swimming & snorkeling.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Bushiri Beach Hotel
Expansive white sandy beach at a former resort site with a laid-back atmosphere.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 8Soak up the Sun on Eagle Beach and Governor's Bay
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$0

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$ 5

Eagle Beach
Relaxed, spacious white-sand beach offering water sports & access to nearby resorts & restaurants.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Governor’s Bay Beach
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 9Paradise Found on Renaissance Island
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$125

Renaissance Island
Luxury getaway known for its white sand beaches, blue waters, flamingo population & a casino.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$125

Budget breakdown: $1005 In total

Activities & Food:$950
Transport:$55