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Set off from the Ritz-Carlton to snorkel shallow reefs, inspect the Antilla shipwreck and spot turtles around Malmok. This private boat tour combines relaxed cruising with focused snorkeling stops and a possible waterfront lunch.
Set off from the Ritz-Carlton to snorkel shallow reefs, inspect the Antilla shipwreck and spot turtles around Malmok. This private boat tour combines relaxed cruising with focused snorkeling stops and a possible waterfront lunch.
A low bow parts the steady blue at Palm Beach and the island’s trade winds press a salty note against your face.
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Operated by Ocean Encounters Aruba · Palm Beach, Noord
A low bow parts the steady blue at Palm Beach and the island’s trade winds press a salty note against your face.
You step aboard near the Ritz-Carlton as the captain eases the boat toward shallow reefs and the hulking silhouette of the Antilla shipwreck. Sun warms the deck, while underwater the current teases out bright parrotfish and the slow, deliberate glide of hawksbill turtles. The first moments are cinematic — rays of light fracture through the surface and the hull beneath you hums with life.
Aruba’s coastline is limestone and coral, a shelf tilted to the northeast by ancient sea-level shifts. The Antilla, a 180m German freighter from World War II, lies offshore as a historical marker and artificial reef, its steel bones hosting sponges and schools of snapper.
Local culture is present in small things: a captain’s nod to reef protection, restaurant stops where Caribbean flavors meet fresh catch, and the island’s conservation rules protecting sea turtles.
Practical guidance: bring reef-safe sunscreen, a snug mask if you prefer your own, and shoes that grip wet decks. Expect calm-to-moderate seas; guides time snorkel windows for the best visibility. If you book a full-day option, there’s a lunch stop at a yacht-club restaurant.
This trip blends easy-launch comfort with brief active dives into the nearshore marine world. Whether you’re after photographic shipwreck shots or the slow company of turtles below, the route is designed to make the ocean accessible without sacrificing first-rate viewing and responsible local stewardship.
Yes — basic snorkeling equipment is included, though many guests bring a personal mask for comfort.
The boat departs from the water in front of the Ritz-Carlton at Palm Beach; meet your crew on the beach facing the sea.
Children are welcome; operators typically recommend children be comfortable in water and supervised while snorkeling.
Yes — the itinerary includes a stop near the Antilla where snorkelers can view the wreck and surrounding marine life from the surface.
Ocean Encounters Aruba operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
A low bow parts the steady blue at Palm Beach and the island’s trade winds press a salty note against your face.
A low bow parts the steady blue at Palm Beach and the island’s trade winds press a salty note against your face.
You step aboard near the Ritz-Carlton as the captain eases the boat toward shallow reefs and the hulking silhouette of the Antilla shipwreck. Sun warms the deck, while underwater the current teases out bright parrotfish and the slow, deliberate glide of hawksbill turtles. The first moments are cinematic — rays of light fracture through the surface and the hull beneath you hums with life.
Aruba’s coastline is limestone and coral, a shelf tilted to the northeast by ancient sea-level shifts. The Antilla, a 180m German freighter from World War II, lies offshore as a historical marker and artificial reef, its steel bones hosting sponges and schools of snapper.
Local culture is present in small things: a captain’s nod to reef protection, restaurant stops where Caribbean flavors meet fresh catch, and the island’s conservation rules protecting sea turtles.
Practical guidance: bring reef-safe sunscreen, a snug mask if you prefer your own, and shoes that grip wet decks. Expect calm-to-moderate seas; guides time snorkel windows for the best visibility. If you book a full-day option, there’s a lunch stop at a yacht-club restaurant.
This trip blends easy-launch comfort with brief active dives into the nearshore marine world. Whether you’re after photographic shipwreck shots or the slow company of turtles below, the route is designed to make the ocean accessible without sacrificing first-rate viewing and responsible local stewardship.