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Award-Winning Private Turtle Snorkeling Aruba | Video Included
★ #11 of 12 in our Snorkeling tours list Picked from the 70 snorkeling tours on Viator for Aruba, the way we pick every tour.
Checked October 21, 2026 Viator listing, prices by option, departure times and pickup notes; the operator's itinerary
Turtle tours leads a private shore snorkel to look for turtles at Boca Catalina. It's 75 minutes from $89 per adult in groups of 2 to 7. Come to Boca Catalina Beach 10 minutes early; an underwater video of your tour is included. Sessions start at 7:45 a.m. or 9 a.m.; the afternoon session begins at 3:45 p.m. This list's earliest session starts at 6:30 a.m.
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Award-Winning Private Turtle Snorkeling Aruba | Video Included at a glance
| Duration | 75 minutes, private shore snorkel |
| Adult price | $89 per adult in groups of 2 to 7 |
| Children | Children ages 8 to 14 pay $80 each. |
| Departures | 6:30 a.m. and 7:45 a.m.; later sessions at 9 a.m. and 3:45 p.m. |
| Days | Monday through Saturday |
| Meeting point | Boca Catalina Beach, 10 minutes before departure |
| Group | Own party with a private guide, up to 7 people per booking |
| Video | Professional underwater video of your tour |
| Main trade-off | $178 for one adult booking alone |
| In the price | personal guidance from start to finish, pool noodles and flotation vests available for extra comfort and confidence, professional underwater video included, suitable for first-time and experienced snorkelers, swim with Aruba’s beautiful sea turtles, premium snorkeling equipment, relaxed pace with no crowds and no rushing, 100% Private Tour – only your family or group participates, beautiful memories to take home |
| Not in the price | nothing listed |
| Guide languages | English, Dutch |
| Cancellation | Full refund until 24 hours before the start; nothing after |
Read from the operator's listing on Viator for the named options, October 15, 2026. Prices are Viator's listed prices in US dollars, re-read every night; last read October 21, 2026.
What's included
- Personal guidance from start to finish
- Pool noodles and flotation vests available for extra comfort and confidence
- Professional underwater video included
- Suitable for first-time and experienced snorkelers
- Swim with Aruba’s beautiful sea turtles
- Premium snorkeling equipment
- Relaxed pace with no crowds and no rushing
- 100% Private Tour – only your family or group participates
- Beautiful memories to take home
What's not included
- Nothing listed
Price by option
Which option to book
The private shore tour has one option lasting 75 minutes, priced per person by group size. The fare includes a guide and underwater video.
| Option | Price | Departures |
|---|---|---|
| Award-Winning Private Turtle Snorkeling Aruba | Video Included | $89 per adult (2 to 7 people) · $80 child 8 to 14 | 6:30 a.m. and 7:45 a.m. and 9 a.m. and 3:45 p.m. |
The catch: A booking holds up to 7 people. Children must be at least 8.
The session
How does the day work?
You meet at Boca Catalina Beach for a private shore snorkel with your own group and underwater filming.
- 1
Beach arrival
Arrival at Boca Catalina Beach is 10 minutes before the tour.
- 2
Gear and briefing
Snorkel gear fitting and a safety briefing take place before you enter the water.
- 3
Turtle search
You look for turtles on a private guided snorkel, with filming during the swim.
- 4
Beach return
You finish back at Boca Catalina Beach.
The session lasts 75 minutes and ends at Boca Catalina Beach. You snorkel at your group's pace while the guide records your underwater video.
Pickup and meeting point
- Meeting point: You arrange your own transport to and from Boca Catalina Beach.
- Directions: You'll get a Google Maps pin and guide contact details 24 hours before the tour, with parking information.
- Arrival: Check in 10 minutes early for gear fitting and the safety briefing.
From the desk
- At the desk, the private guide question was whether going alone cost less. I'd bring another adult to Turtle tours if you can, because 2 adults cost the same $178 total as one alone.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
The private snorkel fits if you want 75 minutes at your group's pace. The 6:30 a.m. start is this list's earliest. Groups of 2 to 7 pay $89 per adult. It's $178 for one adult alone.
Underdog Divers costs $125 for a solo adult and also includes an edited video. For more time from shore, Coral Ocean runs for 2 hours at $125 per person.
Who it's not for
- Children under 8 can't join this tour.
- The tour is not recommended with poor cardiovascular health.
- Skip this tour if more than 7 people need to be on one booking.
Good to know
Know before you go
Arrival at Boca Catalina Beach is 10 minutes before the tour. The exact map pin and guide contact details arrive 24 hours before the tour.
You can join from age 8, but the tour isn't recommended with poor cardiovascular health.
Snorkeling equipment is included; pool noodles and flotation vests are available.
You have private guidance for your booked party throughout the 75 minutes, with underwater video included.
Cancellation at least 24 hours before departure gets you a full refund. There's no refund inside 24 hours.
Bring your mobile ticket for a booking of up to 7 travelers. An adult must be included in the booking.
Reviews
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Alternatives
Which tour should I choose instead?
The cheaper private tour for one adult
Aruba Turtle Snorkeling Private Tour with Underwater FootageThe private turtle search lasts 90 minutes at $125 for one adult alone. An edited video is included, and basic swimming skills are required.
★ 4.9 · 757 reviews · from $85 per adult
The longer shore snorkel
Aruba Turtle Snorkeling Tour | Photos & Videos Included (2 Hours)The guided turtle search at Tres Trapi lasts 2 hours at $125 per person. Ages start at 8, and children pay the same price.
★ 5.0 · 526 reviews · from $125 per adult
The shore snorkel with pickup
Small Group Snorkeling at Mangel Halto ArubaThe Mangel Halto shore snorkel costs $55 per person with hotel or Airbnb pickup included. The tour lasts 2.5 hours for ages 6 to 65.
★ 4.6 · 106 reviews · from $55 per adult
Good to know
People also ask
- How much is the private snorkeling tour with Turtle tours in Aruba?
You pay $178 as a solo adult or $89 per adult in groups of 2 to 7. Two adults cost $178 total, the same total as one adult alone. The session lasts 75 minutes.
- What is the earliest session with Turtle tours in Aruba?
The earliest session starts at 6:30 a.m. You can also start at 7:45 a.m. or 9 a.m. The afternoon session is at 3:45 p.m., with tours running Monday through Saturday.
- Can children join the private snorkel with Turtle tours in Aruba?
Yes, children can join from age 8. You pay $80 per child ages 8 to 14. From age 15, you pay the adult fare.
- Where do I meet Turtle tours for private snorkeling in Aruba?
You meet at Boca Catalina Beach 10 minutes before the tour. Turtle tours sends the exact map pin and guide contact details 24 hours beforehand. You arrange your own transport to the beach.
- Does Turtle tours in Aruba include a private guide and video?
Yes, you have a private guide for your booked party during the 75 minutes. Underwater video and snorkeling equipment are included. Pool noodles and flotation vests are available.
Prices as Viator lists them, re-read every night; last read October 21, 2026. Times and conditions as of October 15, 2026. Tours book on Viator at Viator's price; if you book through the button, Viator pays us a commission and your price is the same.