Windsurfing
Flat seas and dependable trade winds guarantee
ideal conditions for sailing and windsurfing. Winds
typically blow at a steady 20 to 25 knots year-round,
which makes Aruba the natural location for annual
events such as the Hi-Winds Windsurfing Competition
(June) and the Aruba Catamaran Regatta (November).
Sailing One of Aruba’s most popular adventures is
the cruise to nowhere. This is a terrific way to see
the leeward side of the island from the water while
relaxing with a cool drink aboard a yacht or catamaran.
Some tours include snorkeling, lunch or dinner, entertainment,
open bar or a combination package. If you want the
ultimate trip, charter your own boat and plan your
own itinerary.
Kite Boarding
Kite Boarding is one of the newest watersports that
is quickly gaining popularity anywhere in the world
where there is water. With the help of very large
inflatable kites, about 90 ft of flying lines and
boards not unlike small surfboards with footstraps
proficient kite boarders are able to skim across the
water surface at 30+ miles an hour and get launched
10, 20, 30, even 40 to 50 ft up in the air. This is
a sport like no other. With some perseverance you
will be amazed at how steep the learning curve is
too. Aruba is one of the premier locations for this
exciting new sport.
Parasailing
Enjoy Aruba from a different angle. Parasailing is
a unique and exciting way to look at Aruba's beautiful
beaches and scenery. It is an ultimate feeling of
freedom. Get a bird's-eye view, while you are towed
along by a speedboat. The ride takes about 20 to 25
minutes and ascends and descents directly from the
boat. The airtime of your ride is 8 to 10 minutes.
Scuba-diving & snorkeling
The offshore waters offer great
visibility of up to 100 feet and the 42 major dive
sites provide an amazing variety of underwater activity:
numerous shipwrecks from 25 to 400 feet deep are
waiting to be explored, and the waters are teeming
with sea life including manta rays, barracuda, and
the rare green moray. All levels of diving from
beginning to advanced are available, and instruction
and equipment can be arranged for at any of the
major hotels.
Jeep Tours
If you are adventurous and want to see the island
in an unforgettable way, then go on a jeep tour. Jeep
tours take you on the back-roads of Aruba along the
rugged north coast, passing rock formations, cacti
and the famous divi-divi trees. Horseback Riding
Aruba’s outback lends itself
to exploration on horseback. Choose early morning
or sunset rides for the coolest breezes and most
active wildlife. Several stables group rides along
the wild east coast, along beaches, and over inland
terrain and cannot be covered by car.
Biking
Flat terrain and deserted back roads make ideal conditions
for bike enthusiasts. Traffic is too heavy in the
tourist areas and on the main road along the western
coast, and wind can be a deterrent for some. However,
the paved roads and smoother dirt paths along the
northern coast are scenic and enjoyable when the wind
is calm. Hiking Arikok
National Park has already laid 20 miles of trails
and more are planned. Some of the rock-bordered
dirt paths lead to formal presentations and learning
centers; others branch out to the isolate undeveloped
areas along the park’s north and south boundaries.
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Pam Tour and Aruba.com
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