Scenic Aruba Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour
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Overview
Recommended: Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together!
Ready for a swashbuckling excursion through paradise? This narrated driving tour of Aruba shows you the island’s most beautiful beaches & dazzling vistas, all while filling you in on the piratical adventures which swept through these crystal-clear waters during piracy’s Golden Age. Soak up some sun while learning about Black Bart, Spanish galleons, & the world-renowned Sir Francis Drake!
After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point.
New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
What’s included
- Other — Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.
- Other — Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
- Other — Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
- Other — Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
- Other — Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
- Other — Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
- Other — One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.
- Other — Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
- Other — Access your tour in our separate audio tour app after booking.
- Other — Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
Not included
- Other — No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.
Itinerary
- California Lighthouse, Noord 10 min
Your first stop will be at the California Lighthouse, where you'll learn where this landmark got its name and what unfortunate events transpired to prompt the construction of the lighthouse in the first place! Note: The tour is over 0.5+ miles long per tour, with more than 12+ audio stories per tour, and takes about 2-3 hours per tour to complete. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
- Stop 10 min
After that you'll spot Catalina Cove, a favorite spot for sea turtles to lay eggs and, by extension, a favorite spot for seagulls looking for their next meal.
- Alto Vista Chapel, Catholic Church, Oranjestad 10 min
Continuing on, you'll pass by Alto Vista Chapel, which has roots all the way back in the 18th century!
- Casibari Rock Formations 10 min
The next big landmark you'll see is the Casibari Rock Formation. These huge volcanic boulders really stand out against the rest of the landscape!
- Ayo Rock Formations, Oranjestad 10 min
Your route will take you next to the Ayo Rock Formation, a strange and slightly alien-looking formation which the Arawak believed had spiritual significance. It even sports petroglyphs dating back thousands of years!
- Bushiribana Ruins, Spanish Lagoon, Noord 10 min
Your first stop will be at the Bushiribana Gold Mill, a remnant of the Aruba gold industry dating back to the 1800s.
- Donkey Sanctuary Aruba, Bringamosa 2-Z, Santa Cruz 10 min
Continuing on, you'll arrive at one of Aruba's cutest and most unusual attractions: the Donkey Sanctuary! This volunteer organization takes care of over 100 donkeys which descended from animals brought by early Spanish colonizers.
- Balashi Gold Mill Ruins, Ao lado da Spanish Lagoon, Oranjestad 10 min
After that is the Balashi Gold Mill, another relic of Aruba's gold rush. This bit of history hasn't been active for a long time, but its skeleton remains.
- Hooiberg, Oranjestad 10 min
Finally, you'll arrive at the Hooiberg Lookout. Standing at 541 feet above sea level, this rocky formation boasts unbelievable views of the island and the water below... for anyone willing to climb its 600 steps, that is!
Meeting point & pickup
Start near the Bushiribana Ruins in Aruba (Santa Cruz area). Suggested start; we’re not affiliated with any nearby businesses or staff, so they won’t have tour info. Audio starts automatically—check email/text for setup, download on strong internet.
Start on Lloyd G. Smith Blvd near Oranjestad Bus Station, with the station on your left and shops on your right. Suggested start; we’re not affiliated, so staff won’t have tour info. Audio starts automatically—check email/text for setup, download on strong internet.
Start at the California Lighthouse parking lot in Noord, Aruba, near Faro Blanco Restaurant. Suggested start; we’re not affiliated with the lighthouse or nearby businesses, so staff won’t have tour info. Audio starts automatically—check email/text for setup, download on strong internet.
Meet at the start point (no pickup).
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
- Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups.
- At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
- Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
- Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.
- More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
- Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
- Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
- Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
- Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
- The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.
- For walking portions, we recommend using headphones or earbuds for clearer audio and to avoid disturbing others nearby.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
Who operates this experience?
History with Action, an independent local operator. Bibaru recommends it; booking and payment are handled by Viator.
How long does it take?
About 1 h–2 h.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Is hotel pickup included?
Meet at the start point (no pickup).
How do I book?
Press “Check availability”. You will finish the booking securely on Viator and get instant confirmation by email.
