The crystal clear waters, with visibility of up to 100 feet, allow you to enjoy an endless array of tropical fish species, which you can peruse through dive gear or even a simple snorkel and mask. If you are, or want to become, PADI certified, the island hosts 42 major dive sites that provide an amazing variety of shipwrecks from 25 to 400 feet deep. You may see manta rays, barracuda, and the rare green moray while you're exploring Aruba' s depths. Now's the time to jump in. Aruba hosts the international White Marlin Competition each October.
Families adore Aruba.
Kids under 12 are free in most hotels, and children's activities are numerous. Many properties have age divided kid's camps with structured days filled with crafts, swimming, swimming lessons, storytime, animal studies or adventure hiking. Rent a paddle boat, stop by Bubali Pond, visit the Butterfly Farm , book a glass bottom boat cruise or visit the tropical gardens of Arikok National Park to name a few. There's even a beach on the island for the youngest children called Baby Beach . As the beaches can be rough on the northern coast, you may want to stay in the south or be sure the kids have a pool for their safety.