newmexicoNita Posted October 26, 2006 #1 Share Posted October 26, 2006 We are not avid snorkelers, but it is something we enjoy, well 3 or the 4 of us. We will be stopping both in Aruba and Curacao. What we are looking for is both a little snorkeling and a short land tour. Which island should we choose? BTW, we have been to Aruba many times, both on cruises and land trips but our traveling companions have not. NMNita Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seafun Posted October 27, 2006 #2 Share Posted October 27, 2006 I just got off the Volendam,10/14 cruise, and booked the Jolly Roger Pirate cruise on Aruba (I know, I know, the name alone almost made me back out...). It was an 85 foot wooden schooner, with sails, that stopped at two superb ship wrecks for snorkeling -- about 30 minutes at each place -- then went on to a third stop by the California lighthouse for swinging off a rope into the ocean and a nice BBQ lunch -- with open bar all day for about $60 I think. It included transport to and from the ship, still left time to shop and was really fun. The only downside was snorkeling from a ship means dropping off the side of the boat a few feet, or waiting to crawl down the ladder. A few novices panicked a little, either from being in the midst of so many fish, or the prospect of being in deep water, but I thought it was lots of fun, great snorkeling and a great value. Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arubalisa Posted October 27, 2006 #3 Share Posted October 27, 2006 There are a variety of tours which offer island tours and a stop at Baby Beach for snorkeling. These could be done in a half day or full day. In that you have been to Aruba many times, have you considered renting a car and touring and snorkeling (from shore) on your own? There is a very informative thread regarding JP at JOLLY PIRATES is the BEST Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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