Ocean Encounters Aruba
Captain

Ocean Encounters Aruba

Noord, Aruba
10+ reviews
Capt. Bibi Van Loon operates a comfortable Seafox Cruiser out of Noord, specializing in boat tours, sunset cruises, snorkeling trips, eco tours, and more. With a deep love for the ocean and a passion for sharing Aruba's natural beauty, Capt. Bibi ensures every trip is memorable and filled with local insights. Join her to discover hidden snorkeling spots and breathtaking coastal views in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Charter

Rating

5.0
23 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Experience

All reviews (23)

Showing 16 – 20 of 23 reviews
  • Susan Conrad
    Susan Conrad
    us
    Kearney, NE, US
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    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Arubas Best!

    2 Hour – Private Sunset Cruise • 5 adults

    Thid is truly a fun and relaxing snorkling adventure! Great people who are fun, kind, family oriented and excellent at what they do! Private snorkling area with a great boat and team...its a must for any Aruba trip!

    Response from Captain

    Thank you Susan! So proud to be named Arubas Best by you and your family...thank you! We enjoyed having you and your family on board. Come again soon!

  • Mike Salow
    Mike Salow
    us
    Panama City, FL, US
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    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Private boat tour

    3 Hour – Spot&Snorkel With Turtles • 2 adults

    Bibi and Carl were awesome guides, very knowledgable. They took us to some beautiful parts of Aruba. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to see Aruba by water. Mike

    Response from Captain

    Thank you for your nice words, Mike! We really enjoyed having you on the boat, please do come back soon, we will be waiting for the both of you!

  • Emma Bone
    Emma Bone
    us
    Missouri, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Boating with Bibi

    2 Hour – Private Sunset Cruise • 2 adults
    Response from Captain

    Thank you both for spending your last afternoon in paradise Aruba with us! We enjoyed having you onboard, come back again soon! We will be looking forward to set sail again with you! warm and sunny regards Capt Bibi and Capt Carl.

  • Jeffrey Lohmeyer
    Jeffrey Lohmeyer
    us
    Connecticut, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing

    3 Hour – Spot&Snorkel With Turtles • 5 adults

    Everything about this snorkeling trip was great. Super nice people and we saw so many turtles and cool fish. Boat is nice and we had a fantastic time.

    Response from Captain

    Thank you very much for your kind review Jeffrey! We will be looking forward to welcome you and your beautiful family once again here in Paradise Aruba! Ocean Encounters Aruba has much more secrets gems to show you! Come again soon!

  • Gene Kleine
    Gene Kleine
    us
    New York, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great experience

    3 Hour – Spot&Snorkel With Turtles • 6 adults

    We had an absolute great time. The captain, his wife and his son were extremely welcoming and great to hang out with.

    Response from Captain

    Your review is very much appreciated Gene! We loved having you and your family on board. Please do come again soon! Warm and Sunny regards from us all!