Private Snorkel And Underwater Scooter Ride

Private Snorkeling and Boat Riding Experience in Aruba

★ 4.9 68 reviews

from $270 per person, private tour (only your group takes part)

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Duration: 2 hours
Meeting point: Beach pickup arranged with operator
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Run by: Aruba Xtreme Vibes

Overview

This is a private two-hour boat trip along Aruba's coast with Aruba Xtreme Vibes, built around snorkeling stops and time with an underwater scooter. Because it is private, only your group is on board, and reviewers describe guides who adjust to the group's swimming abilities and share facts about the island. One reviewer describes three stops in a single outing, including sea turtles and the Antilla shipwreck.

The flow is straightforward. You meet the boat or arrange a pickup at the beach, cruise out along the coast, and rotate through snorkel stops where the scooter is part of the equipment provided. Drinks and snorkel gear are included in the package.

It suits travellers who want the boat to themselves on a short outing. Reviewers say the crew accommodates a range of swimming abilities, which helps if some in your group are newer to snorkeling. The trip ends back where it started.

What's Included

Included

Drinks
Use of snorkelling equipment
Underwater scooter

Not Included

Universal Diving phone case, to capture the moment. - For personal use

Itinerary

Meet or arrange pickupThe base is the fishermen's huts in Noord, Aruba, and pickups happen at the beach. Contact the operator ahead of time to arrange a pickup point.
Board the private boatOnly your group rides, since this is a private activity with no other participants.
Snorkel with sea turtlesSeveral reviews describe seeing turtles and plenty of fish in the water, with the captain pointing out where to go.
Snorkel a shipwreckOne reviewer names the Antilla shipwreck as a stop on the trip.
Underwater scooter timeThe scooter is listed as included. One reviewer reported it was unavailable on their date, so it can be worth confirming ahead.
Return to the startThe activity ends back at the meeting point, roughly two hours after departure.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will shape the day, drawn from the listing and from what multiple reviewers report.

Swimming ability. Reviewers say the crew offers options for different swimming levels, so mixed groups can participate. That said, this is open-water snorkeling from a boat, so basic comfort in the sea matters.
What's provided. Drinks, snorkel equipment and the underwater scooter are included. The listing does not give a packing list, so check with the operator about anything beyond that.
Phone photos. The listing names a universal diving phone case for personal use as not included. If you want underwater photos of turtles and the wreck, plan for your own way to protect your phone.
Private group feel. This is a private activity, so only your group participates. Reviewers mention personal attention and guides who tailor the route.
Weather dependency. The listing states the experience requires good weather. If it is cancelled for poor conditions, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
Keep your receipt. One reviewer reported a payment dispute on the water that was resolved by showing a receipt on their phone. Keeping your booking confirmation to hand is what worked in that case.

Common issues. The tour is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for pregnant travellers, per the listing. One reviewer reported that the underwater scooters were unavailable on their trip despite being listed, and that the booking platform never explained why. Another single review describes a disputed balance request mid-trip, resolved by showing a receipt. A further reviewer was unhappy with the pace and the snorkeling compared with other islands, so expectations about a short coastal outing should be realistic. As with any sea activity, poor weather can end in cancellation or rescheduling.

Common Questions

How Long Is The Tour?

The experience runs two hours. One reviewer describes fitting in around three snorkel stops within that window, including turtles, a shipwreck and scooter time.

Is Pickup Included?

Pickup is offered, and pickups take place at the beach. Contact the operator after booking to arrange the details, and see the listing for specifics.

What Is Included In The Price?

Drinks, use of snorkeling equipment and the underwater scooter are all included. A universal diving phone case for personal use is not included. One reviewer did report the scooters were unavailable on their date, so it is worth confirming on the booking page.

Is This Suitable For Kids Or Non-Swimmers?

The listing says most travellers can participate and reviewers mention the crew accommodating different swimming capabilities, including on a family trip. The tour is not wheelchair accessible, and pregnant travellers are advised against it.

Where Does The Tour Start And End?

The meeting point is at the fishermen's huts in Noord, Aruba. The activity ends back at the same spot.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes inside that window are not refunded or accepted, and cut-off times follow the local time in Aruba. If the operator cancels for bad weather, you get a different date or a full refund.