Antilla Shipwreck Seabob Tour Aruba: Glide over three reef stops

Cover three times the reef on a motorized jet, then swim with sea turtles at Tres Trapi

You're picked up from your hotel, handed a Seabob jet, and taken to four stops in 2.5 hours: the intact Antilla shipwreck, two reef zones with tropical fish and octopus, and a cove where sea turtles swim. All snorkel gear, beverages, and a trained guide are included, and you return to your hotel by the end of the tour window.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Aruba's marine life and reefs

• Glide over reefs with SEABOB
• Snorkel at Antillia shipwreck
• Snorkel over Boca Catalina reef
• Swim with starfish at Tres Trapi
• Swim with sea turtles at Tres Trapi
• End tour at Arashi Beach Shack

The experience

You're picked up from your hotel or the nearest beach, and within minutes you're standing on a boat with a Seabob F5 S jet in your hands: a personal watercraft that changes what snorkeling actually covers. The tour runs 2.5 hours, three times daily at 8:30 am, 12:30 pm, and 3:45 pm, and the first stop is the Antilla shipwreck itself, sitting intact on the seafloor after 80 years. Visibility is usually excellent, and the wreck is wrapped in coral growth and fish (angelfish, parrotfish, squid) all of it visible without the exhaustion of a long swim.

From there you move to Boca Catalina, a shallow reef where the water is clear enough to spot butterflyfish and octopus without strain. The Seabob lets you cover reef areas that would take hours on fins alone, so you're not fighting fatigue. You're gliding. After Boca Catalina comes Tres Trapi, a small sandy cove tucked under limestone overhang where hundreds of red cushion starfish sit on the white sand floor. This is also where the sea turtles hang out, and swimming alongside them is the moment most people talk about afterward.

The tour wraps at Arashi Beach Shack, a casual spot where you can sit, dry off, and process what you just saw. Beverages are included throughout, snorkel masks and all gear are provided, and your guide is trained on the Seabob and the reef itself, so you're not figuring out the jet or the route on your own. Hotel or port pickup and drop-off means no transport logistics to arrange.

What’s included

Your tour includes hotel or port pickup and drop-off, a 2.5-hour guided experience on the Seabob F5 S jet, snorkel mask and full snorkeling gear, bottled water throughout, access to bathroom facilities, and a professionally trained guide who navigates the four stops: the Antilla shipwreck, Boca Catalina reef, Tres Trapi cove, and Arashi Beach Shack.

Options for this experience

2 options

8:30am TourGuide in English, Spanish or Dutch · 08:30 and 12:00Departure is at 8:30am and pickup is included

12:30pm TourGuide in English, Spanish or Dutch · 12:00 and 12:30Departure is at 12:30pm and includes pickup

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:30, 12:00 and 12:30

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AgesAdult (12 to 88 years) · Under 12: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Dutch

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 44 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

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Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see the Antilla wreck and multiple reef zones in one morning or afternoon without arranging your own boat, gear, or navigation: the Seabob and the guide's route are what make covering four stops in 2.5 hours possible instead of a half-day affair.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Dutch.

What is a Seabob and how does it work?

A Seabob F5 S is a handheld jet-powered watercraft that propels you forward underwater, letting you cover more reef area and deeper spots than swimming or snorkeling alone, without tiring your legs.

Can I see the Antilla shipwreck clearly?

Yes. The wreck sits 60 feet down, remains intact after 80 years, and has excellent visibility in Aruba's waters. It's covered in coral and marine life, making it one of the Caribbean's best wreck snorkel sites.

Will I definitely see sea turtles?

Turtles frequent Tres Trapi, one of the tour's stops, but sightings are not guaranteed. Marine life presence varies by season and time of day.

What time should I book?

Tours depart at 8:30 am, 12:30 pm, and 3:45 pm daily. Morning departures often have calmer water and better visibility.

Is this suitable for beginners?

Yes, if you're comfortable in water. The guide operates the Seabob and controls the pace. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and the tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal or cardiovascular concerns.

What's included in the price?

Hotel or port pickup and drop-off, snorkel mask and gear, Seabob use, beverages, and a professionally trained guide for 2.5 hours.

Do I need snorkeling experience?

No. Basic comfort in water and the ability to breathe through a snorkel mask are enough. The guide will brief you on the Seabob before you enter the water.

How cold is the water?

Aruba's water is warm year-round, typically between 78–82°F, so a wetsuit is optional.