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FIN-TASTIC 1 Snorkel: Tres Trapi & Turtle Spotting

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General information

Child Price
Child Price$47.50 (6+ years min)
Available days
Available days Monday - Saturday
Starting time
Starting time 9:30 AM, 1 PM
Duration
Duration2 hours

Are you ready to enjoy the most epic snorkel spots? 
 
What can you expect?

This is more than just a swim - it’s a guided encounter with one of the ocean’s most fascinating residents: the green sea turtle. On this small private group snorkel tour, you’ll explore some one of Aruba’s best snorkel spots away from the crowds for a peaceful and respectful connection with the marine environment.

Your experience is led by Captain Vito, an authentic Aruban local with over 25 years of experience as a former boat & sail captain. After a short safety briefing and gear fitting, you’ll snorkel from shore to reach quiet seagrass areas where green turtles graze, while your guide points out octopuses, rays, and colorful tropical fish.

After the snorkel, relax with refreshing & cold water, juice, or soda while enjoying the memories captured on video. 

Where will this tour take you? 
 
Tres Trapi: Meaning “Three Steps” in Papiamento, Tres Trapi are steps carved into the limestone rocks on Aruba’s northwestern coast. Located on the north side of the island, it’s famous for its calm waters, sandy seabed, and friendly sea turtles that often swim just a little distant from the shore. With clear visibility and easy access, it’s a favorite spot for both beginners and seasoned snorkelers to experience the magic of Aruba’s marine life. Come and soak up some of Aruba’s Vitamin Sea! 

What's included

Included

  • Private snorkeling
  • Local guide
  • One snorkel stop (Tres Trapi)
  • Approximately 1 hour of in-water/snorkel time
  • Cold refreshments
  • Top quality snorkel gear
  • Life vest
  • Noodles
  • GoPro-style videos & photos - one edited video set so you can relive your underwater memories 

Itinerary

A typical small-group snorkel tour with Captain Vito; no pickup, meet at Tres Trapi.
1
Meet at Tres Trapi
Pickup is not currently available; make your own way to the meeting point.
approx. 10 min
2
Safety briefing & gear fitting
Short briefing with Captain Vito. Fit your snorkel gear and life vest.
approx. 10 min
3
Snorkel & turtle spotting
Snorkel from shore to quiet seagrass areas where green turtles graze.
approx. 1 hour
4
Refreshments & video review
Relax with cold water, juice or soda while you relive the trip on video.
approx. 15 min

Meeting & pickup

Pickup service

  • Meeting location: Tres Trapi
  • Pick-up is currently not available 

Meeting point

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Locations:

  • Tres Trapi (north side of island) 

What to bring:

  • Towel
  • Reef-safe sunscreen (do not apply to face right before snorkeling)
  • Swimsuit & beach attire 

Know before you go:

  • Private groups of 2-6 persons only
  • Moderate - basic swimming skills required
  • Snorkeling is accessed from the shore, Aruba's Vitamin Sea does not operate by boat

Additional information:

  • Booking this tour will initiate an enquiry for availability. Booking requests and payment do not guarantee availability.
  • We aim to respond to all enquiries within 24 hours.
  • If there is no availability for your selected date, we will contact you to discuss alternative dates.
  • In the event that no alternative date is suitable, you will receive a full refund to your card.

Reservation process:

  • Booking this tour will initiate an enquiry for availability. Booking requests do not guarantee availability.
  • We aim to respond to all enquiries within 24 hours.
  • If there is no availability for your selected date, we will contact you to discuss alternative dates.
  • In the event that no alternative date is suitable, you will receive a full refund to your card.
  • Please note that when booking this tour you will pay a downpayment and you will be required to pay the remaining balance, and any transfer fees, on the day of your tour before check-in.

Cancellation policy

Policy details

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

Cancel up to 24 hours before your tour for a full refund. For cancellations made within 24 hours, no shows, or late arrivals, no refund will be issued.

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How this tour compares

Provider
Aruba's Vitamin Sea
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Adult Price
$90
$70
$65
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Child Price
$47.50 (6+ years min)
$50
$45
$69
$85
Available days
Monday - Saturday
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Every day
Mon - Sun
Mon, Wed, Thurs, Sat, Sun
Starting time
9:30 AM, 1 PM
14:00
09:30, 13:30
9 AM / 2 PM
2:30 PM
Duration
2 hours
2.5 hours
3 hours
4 hours
4.5 hours
Transfer
× Not available at this time
× No
× No
✓ Included
✓ Included
Including drinks
Cold water & refreshments
✓ Unlimited open bar
Open bar
✓ Water included
✓ Water included
Including food
× Not included
✓ Snacks included
Light lunch & tropical fruit
✓ Snacks included
✓ Snack included
Highlights
✓ Small private group, professional local guide, beach entry (no boat trip required for snorkel access), sea turtle sightings, 1 video/photo set of snorkel experience included
High quality snorkel gear, shaded lounge areas, spacious deck
Water slide, rope swing
✓ Swim & snorkel stop, park entrance & snorkel equipment included
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Start location
Tres Trapi
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Price
$90
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$89 p.p
$95 p.p
Snorkel set
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
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Frequently asked questions

Tres Trapi, on Aruba's north side, known for calm waters, a sandy seabed, and green sea turtles that often swim close to shore.

Captain Vito, a local Aruban with over 25 years of experience as a former boat and sail captain.

Yes, in private groups of 2 to 6 persons.

No, pickup is currently not available. The meeting location is Tres Trapi itself.

Moderate, basic swimming skills are required since you snorkel from shore.

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