Travelers taking time to enjoy an amazing getaway to the island of Aruba often head here in pursuit of stunning beaches, beautiful waves, and opportunities to savor their stay with delicious bites, brews, and tropical cocktails at local restaurants. That said, if you happen to have a heart for adventure and you’re looking to enjoy a journey focused on adrenaline-pumping fun, Aruba is the island for you as well! From land to sky and just about everywhere in between, visitors heading this way can find reasons to embrace their adventurous side and enjoy one-of-a-kind moments alongside their family and friends. The following itinerary is a great start when you’re looking to bring your adventure in Aruba to life.
Day 1 – Get Up Close to Petroglyphs
Those who are heading to Aruba looking for adventure but also happen to have a passion for history will love hiking among the many petroglyphs to be admired at the Ayo and Casibari rock formations on the island. While Aruba is packed with incredible hiking trails to check out by those who love to lace up their boots and explore roads less traveled, these two destinations are particularly appealing as they work as a unique testament to time. It’s believed that the petroglyphs you’ll encounter on these routes were left behind by the island’s native Arawak people, and as you weave your way around stones and brush, there are also opportunities to infuse wildlife watching into the mix as this is a prime habitat for iguanas and burrowing owls as well.
Day 2 – Dive the Antilla Shipwreck
For some adventurous spirits, a trip to Aruba is all about time exploring underwater, and if this sounds like you, you won’t want to miss the opportunity to get up close to the Antilla Shipwreck while you’re here. Snorkelers and divers alike will find this dive is not only thrilling thanks to its rich history, but a great place to admire underwater flora and fauna as well. This shipwreck boasts dimensions of 400 feet long and is a former German freighter that’s considered one of the largest shipwrecks in the Caribbean. When you dive this site, you’ll encounter the deck as well as an intact porthole, and have access to explore the interior. The best way to enjoy time diving this shipwreck is to partner up with local companies like Red Sail Sports Aruba and venture out alongside a knowledgeable guide so you don’t miss any highlights along the way.
Day 3 – Try a Sea Trek Tour
Yet another one of the more fascinating and adventurous things to do in Aruba is a Sea Trek Tour. This experience invites participants to don a special diving helmet allowing them to walk along the ocean floor easily 20 feet below the surface of the waves. It’s an incredible way to admire marine life and view sunken ships and vessels along the way as well. The team at Sea Trek even builds some humor into the experience by inviting guests to pose for a photo at their manmade underwater Sea Trek Café designed to elevate the fun.
Day 4 – Walk in the Footsteps of History’s Miners
In 1824, gold discovered on the island of Aruba instigated a rush and made mining a vital part of the economy all the way through 1916. A great way for adventure seekers to replicate the thrill of that precious metal hunt is to set your sights on a tour of the Bushiribana and Balashi mills while you’re here. Today, the ruins are all that’s left of what was once a vibrant and bustling industry, but it’s not hard to envision just how thrilling (albeit risky) it all would have been. At the Balashi Gold Mill, you’ll find yourself within easy reach of the Spanish Lagoon leading to the narrow canyon known as Frenchman’s Pass. This area comes with some paranormal history included if you’re looking to infuse otherworldly wonders into your adventurous getaway as well. When you need a break from you spooky adventures, return to your Aruba studio vacation rentals for some needed rest.
Day 5 – Go Skydiving
While land and water-based adventures in Aruba aren’t hard to come by, those who want to round out their thrills will want to make sure to make time for a skydiving adventure too. The team over at Skydive Aruba is more than happy to help travelers set up jumps out over scenic landing sites that are one-of-a-kind. Tandem jumps are organized out of custom Cessna 182s, and in total, the experience takes about two hours. You’ll jump from a height of around 10,000 feet along with your instructor and it’s fair to say that the opportunity to free fall at 120 miles per hour is one you won’t soon forget.
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