Eco-friendly hike & snorkel excursion: Aruba’s mangroves & pristine coral reef

Palm – Eagle Beach Trip Overview

Get up close and personal with Aruba’s wildlife in a way that’s unique on the island. You’ll start your privately guided hike at the Balashi gold mill ruins, where you’ll learn all about its history and enjoy a great view from Spanish Lagoon. You’ll then venture into the surrounding hills and mangroves, where you’ll enjoy Aruba’s local birds and flora.

After the hike you can cool off at Mangel Halto, snorkeling past healthy coral reefs under guidance of an experienced, EFR certified private guide. You can expect a private experience that is 100% catered to the pereference and experience level of your group. The activities are extremely versatile and can be adapted on the spot if you decide to take it easy, or want to look for more adventure.

Please note that we do not operate by boat. Boat engines are loud and disturb (and potentially damage) marine life. By approaching from shore, you get to access rarely-visited spots that are more vibrant with fish, coral and other marine life.

Additional Info

Duration: 5 hours
Starts: Palm – Eagle Beach, Caribbean
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips



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What to Expect When Visiting Palm – Eagle Beach, Aruba, Caribbean

Get up close and personal with Aruba’s wildlife in a way that’s unique on the island. You’ll start your privately guided hike at the Balashi gold mill ruins, where you’ll learn all about its history and enjoy a great view from Spanish Lagoon. You’ll then venture into the surrounding hills and mangroves, where you’ll enjoy Aruba’s local birds and flora.

After the hike you can cool off at Mangel Halto, snorkeling past healthy coral reefs under guidance of an experienced, EFR certified private guide. You can expect a private experience that is 100% catered to the pereference and experience level of your group. The activities are extremely versatile and can be adapted on the spot if you decide to take it easy, or want to look for more adventure.

Please note that we do not operate by boat. Boat engines are loud and disturb (and potentially damage) marine life. By approaching from shore, you get to access rarely-visited spots that are more vibrant with fish, coral and other marine life.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Balashi Gold Mill Ruins, Ao lado da Spanish Lagoon, Oranjestad Aruba

Learn about the history of this old Aruban gold smelter and enjoy a great view of Spanish Lagoon. Afterwards we’ll venture into the surrounding hills and mangroves for more views and an up-close encounter with Aruba’s nature.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Mangel Halto Beach, Spanish Lagoon, Savaneta Aruba

Drift snorkel past Mangel Halto’s outer reef, spotting reef fish and beautiful coral heads.

Duration: 45 minutes



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