Aruba Private Island Tour: Custom Family Minivan & Pickup

Summary

Private family tour aruba flexible stops comfortable minivan local guide

You’ll ride in a comfy minivan with your own family group as a friendly local guide helps you shape your Aruba day trip however you want—beaches, bakeries, or spontaneous photo stops. Includes hotel or port pickup and drop-off plus AC comfort all day long. You might end up loving those small unscripted moments most.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed when we stepped out in Oranjestad was the air—salty but sweet, somehow. Our guide, Miguel, was already waving from across the parking lot, big smile and all. He had this way of talking that made you feel like you’d known him forever (or maybe that’s just how Arubans are?). The minivan smelled faintly of coconut sunscreen and new car leather. My nephew immediately claimed the window seat and pressed his nose against the glass—he’s five, so he gets away with it.

I liked that there wasn’t any set script for this Aruba private island tour. Miguel asked where we wanted to go and what we felt like seeing. We ended up chasing colors—blue water at Eagle Beach, pastel houses in San Nicolas, even a bakery where the smell of fresh pan bati made my stomach growl (I tried to pronounce it right; Miguel laughed). At one point, my mom wanted to stop for photos of some random cactus garden by the road. No rush at all—Miguel just shrugged and said “Take your time.” I didn’t expect to feel so relaxed about timing.

There were moments I still think about—a sudden burst of rain drumming on the roof while we waited out a passing shower, my dad humming along to an old song on local radio. The AC kept us cool even when the sun came back blazing. Honestly, it felt more like being shown around by a friend than a formal day trip from Oranjestad. We finished with cold drinks at a little beach bar before heading back. Not everything went perfectly (my niece spilled juice everywhere), but that’s kind of what made it real.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Private customized Aruba island tour

• Meet at main office in Oranjestad
• Travel in private family minivan
• Customize tour destinations
• Relax and enjoy the tour

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included for this Aruba private island tour?

Yes, hotel or port pickup and drop-off are both included in the tour.

Can we customize our stops during the private family tour?

Yes, you can choose your destinations and stops according to your preferences.

Is this Aruba private tour suitable for young children?

Yes, it's suitable for all ages and specialized infant seats are available if needed.

How many people fit in the minivan?

The minivan is designed for family groups; exact capacity depends on vehicle size but is comfortable for most families.

Are guides multilingual on this Aruba day trip?

The tour may be operated by a multilingual guide depending on availability.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup and drop-off at your hotel or cruise port in Aruba, transport by air-conditioned private minivan just for your group, and a friendly local guide who helps shape the route around what you want to see or do—even if that changes along the way.