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Noord · Aruba
Scenic Aruba Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Explore Aruba Island with a self-guided audio and GPS tour that provides flexibility, safety, and value. Hop in your car, set the app up on your phone, and get started. All audio plays automatically based on locations like the California Lighthouse, Boca Catalina bay, and Ayo rock formation. Drive to the California Lighthouse located at Hudishibana near Arashi Beach on the northwest tip of Aruba. Move forward to Boca Catalina bay that offers a white sand beach area with some makeshift beach huts to protect you from the sun. The Casibari Rock Formation is located towards the center of the island north of the Hooiberg. See rocks composed of quartz diorite. Evidence of prehistoric rock drawings is still visible at the formation. Discover the history of the Gold Mine Ranch. It was 1824 when gold was first found in Aruba. Hooiberg is a 165 m high volcanic formation on the island of Aruba, located almost in the center of the island and can be seen from virtually anywhere on the island. As you drive past beautiful beaches and bays, learn about the piratical adventures which once swept through these crystal-clear waters during piracy’s Golden Age.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Embark on an adventure that takes you to Aruba's most beautiful beaches and vistas
- Soak up some sun while learning about Black Bart, Spanish galleons, and Sir Francis Drake
- Visit the old stone California lighthouse in Hudishibana, near the island's northwestern tip
- Explore the snorkeling destination of Boca Catalina beach and spot dolphins
Detailed Itinerary
The journey, in full
Points of Interest along the Aruba: • California Lighthouse • Catalina Cove • Alto Vista Chapel • Casibari Rock Formations • Ayo Rock Formation • Bushiribana Gold Mill Ruins • Donkey Sanctuary • Balashi Gold Mill • Hooiberg
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
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Sightseeing at California Lighthouse.
Continued
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Sightseeing at Boca Catalina Beach.
Continued
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Sightseeing at Casibari Rock Formations.
Continued
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City/Town Tour.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey! Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews! Learn more: dive deeper into any story you enjoyed with extra stories. Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned! Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi. Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use! Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely! Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours! Easy-to-use app: download Action Tour Guide App onto your phone Unique password: access your tour on Action Tour Guide App
Not Included
Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
What to Bring
Your own vehicle Charged Smartphone Downloaded app Power bank Headphones
Restrictions
Device Compatibility: Devices without GPS, offline-only tablets, or older OS versions may not function properly. The tour requires a supported mobile device for navigation. Please use an iPhone with iOS 15 or later, an Android device with Android 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular service.
Meeting & Pickup
The self-guided route begins at the following entry point. Aruba Noord California Lighthouse, Noord, Aruba. Start at the California Lighthouse parking lot in Noord, Aruba, near Faro Blanco Restaurant. Suggested start; we’re not affiliated with the lighthouse or nearby businesses, so staff won’t have tour info. Audio starts automatically—check email/text for setup, download on strong internet. Tour Duration: 1 - 2 Hours Tour Length: 14 miles End Point: Ayo Rock Formations, Aruba. Aruba Oranjestad Oranjestad Bus Station, Lloyd G. Smith Blvd, Oranjestad, Aruba. Start on Lloyd G. Smith Blvd near Oranjestad Bus Station, with the station on your left and shops on your right. Aruba Santa Cruz Bushiribana Ruins, Noord, Aruba. Start near the Bushiribana Ruins in Aruba (Santa Cruz area).
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Minimum age: 5 Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic
Traveler Impressions
What travelers are saying
2025-04-04
5.00 / 5
This was amazing! Although there were some repeats because we had 3 areas to visit and one seemed to be a walking tour that we weren't prepared for, still so worth it. The map, directions, and pinpoints are perfect: the audio starts as soon as you reach a pin on the map. We got to visit all the top sites: SS California Lighthouse, the Chapel, Hooiberg, rock formations, Natural Bridge, the donkey sanctuary. We truly felt like we got to explore the entire island! Definitely recommend!
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