Aruba Island Tour: Lighthouse & Chapel Visit

Four island landmarks in one afternoon, with a guide who knows the stories behind them

A private guided tour of Aruba for small to medium groups, with hotel pickup and an air-conditioned vehicle, visiting California Lighthouse, Alto Vista Chapel, Arashi Beach, Casibari Rock Formation and Tres Trapi. Your guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese or Dutch, and the itinerary is fully customizable. You set the pace and choose which stops matter most to you.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. California Lighthouse20m
2. Alto Vista Chapel20m
3. Arashi Beach20m

Explore Aruba's scenic highlights

• Visit California Lighthouse
• Explore Casibari Rock Formation
• Relax at Arashi Beach
• Discover Tres Trapi coastline
• Enjoy Palm Beach atmosphere
• Conclude at Alto Vista Chapel

The experience

The tour starts at California Lighthouse, named after a steamship that sank offshore in 1891. From the top, you see the northwest coast and the Caribbean stretching out in both directions. Your guide shares the lighthouse's role in maritime history, then you move on to Alto Vista Chapel, a yellow chapel perched on a hill with views across the island's countryside. The chapel marks Aruba's religious heritage, and the quiet surroundings give you space to take in the landscape.

Next comes Casibari Rock Formation, a geological oddity where you can walk marked pathways up to a summit for a 360-degree view, or wander through the rocks at your own pace. The guide explains how the formation came to be and what it means to the island. Then you head to Arashi Beach: soft white sand, clear turquoise water, and a place where locals actually swim. You can wade in, walk the shoreline or sit and watch the water. The guide points out the marine life and why the beach matters to the community. The route also takes in Tres Trapi, a rocky stretch of coast where fishermen once carved steps into the stone, and Palm Beach, the busier side of the island with hotels, restaurants and the energy of a working beach town.

You choose which stops get your time and which ones you skip. The vehicle is air-conditioned, pickup happens from your hotel, and the whole outing runs three hours. A minibus fits groups of 1–4. An SUV handles 5–10. Both come with a driver who speaks your language.

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned minibus or SUV.
• hotel pickup.
• a live guide in your choice of English, Spanish, Portuguese or Dutch.
• access to all four main stops (California Lighthouse, Alto Vista Chapel, Arashi Beach and Casibari Rock Formation) plus Tres Trapi and Palm Beach.

Options for this experience

2 options

Private VIP SUV tour of ArubaUp to 4 per booking · Guide in 4 languages · 00:00Lasts 3 hours and covers the north side of Aruba: the Lighthouse, Arashi Beach, Tres Trapi, Palm Beach and Alto Vista Chapel. Itinerary can be customized. Pickup is included in the luxury SUV.

Private VIP minibus tour of ArubaUp to 8 per booking · Guide in 4 languages · 00:00Minibus for up to 10 passengers. We provide the same service for larger groups. Prices begin at $450 for a minimum booking of 3 hours. Lasts 3 hours and covers the north side of Aruba: the Lighthouse, Arashi Beach, Tres Trapi, Palm Beach and Alto Vista Chapel. Itinerary can be customized. Pickup is included in the minibus.

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 day

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, Portuguese and Dutch

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 16 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Divi Divi Private Transfers and Tours

Is this one for you?Book the minibus if your group is one to four people and you want the most intimate experience. Choose the SUV if you're five to ten and traveling as a family or friend group. Either way, the three-hour window and customizable stops let you set the pace instead of following a fixed schedule.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, Portuguese and Dutch.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is California Lighthouse and why does it matter to Aruba?

California Lighthouse stands on Aruba's northwest coast and is named after a steamship that sank offshore in 1891. It marks an important point in the island's maritime history and offers panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea and the coastline from the top.

Can I swim at Arashi Beach, or is it just for looking?

Arashi Beach is a working beach where locals swim. The water is clear and turquoise, and you can wade in, stroll the shoreline, or sit on the soft white sand. Your guide will tell you about the marine life and the beach's importance to the island community.

What exactly is Casibari Rock Formation and what do you do there?

Casibari is a unique geological formation made of large rocks. You can walk marked pathways to climb to the summit for a 360-degree view of the island, or wander through the rocks at your own pace. The guide explains how the rocks formed and their cultural significance to Aruba.

Can I customize the stops, or is the itinerary fixed?

The itinerary is fully customizable. You decide which stops get your time, which ones you skip, and how long you spend at each place. Your guide works with your preferences so the tour fits what you actually want to see.