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Strongly Recommended for a Memorable Experience!

VERIFIED 3 Hour – Spot&Snorkel With Turtles on December 16, 2025

Brian D.

5.0 / 5

Strongly Recommended for a Memorable Experience!

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Brian D.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

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We spent a great day with Captain Carl. He planned out a trip that included visiting a remote lazy river amongst mangroves, snorkeling to view sea turtles, and timed it so that we could come back in with the sunset. He was accommodating, safe, and just fun to talk with. A great private tour for our group of 5 that will be remembered as a highlight of our trip.

We spent a great day with Captain Carl. He planned out a trip that included visiting a remote lazy river amongst mangroves,...

Brian D. recommends Ocean Encounters Aruba

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Bibi Van Loon (The Captain)

Replied on December 17, 2025

With pleasure Brian! We hope to see all of you again soon! Our little paradise truly has a lot to offer, and we love doing what we do and spoil our guests to the Max!

Bibi Van Loon (The Captain)

Replied on December 17, 2025

With pleasure Brian! We hope to see all of you again soon! Our little paradise truly has a lot to offer, and we love doing what we do and spoil our guests to the Max!

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5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

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Chaja P.

5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

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Couldn’t have had a better experience than the one we had with Ocean Encounters!

VERIFIED NEW 3 Hour – Spot&Snorkel With Turtles on June 4, 2026

Chaja P.

5.0 / 5

Jun 4, 2026

3 Hour – Spot&Snorkel With Turtles

Couldn’t have had a better experience than the one we had with Ocean Encounters!

VERIFIED NEW

Captain Carl and his amazing co captain wife Bimi are simply the best! Salt of the earth people! They are warm and friendly and extremely experienced. We felt safe and cared for like family! They know all the best spots for snorkeling and have some great tips. Their equipment is high quality Andino good condition andere snacks and drinks were just enough to get us through the trip! Communication was easy and good. Book with them! You won’t be disappointed! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Captain Carl and his amazing co captain wife Bimi are simply the best! Salt of the earth people! They are warm and friendly...

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Bibi Van Loon (The Captain)

Replied on June 5, 2026

Thank you so much for your kind review Chaja! We truly enjoyed having all of you with us on the boat yesterday. An important part of Life is about building precious and unforgettable memories with everyone you care about. And also to make new friends while doing so. I applaud you for taking the courage to bring along your sweet 93 yrs old father. Thank you for trusting us with your beautiful family! Don’t forget, with us, you come as a guest and you leave as family! We will be waiting for you... More

Bibi Van Loon (The Captain)

Replied on June 5, 2026

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Paul E.

5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great day on the ocean

VERIFIED 5-h The ultimate private boat tour on January 4, 2026

Paul E.

5.0 / 5

Jan 4, 2026

5-h The ultimate private boat tour

Great day on the ocean

VERIFIED

My family of 4 had a wonderful time on our trip. Captains Carl & Bibi were great, very personable, and were able to answer all our questions about life on the island. Communication before was great. Since it was a private trip, we were able to tailor our trip to exactly what we wanted. The lazy river through the mangroves was unique and one of the coolest things we did the whole trip. We got lucky and were even able to see a plane approach the airport from the water, it went right over our heads!... More

My family of 4 had a wonderful time on our trip. Captains Carl & Bibi were great, very personable, and were able to answer...

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Bibi Van Loon (The Captain)

Replied on January 13, 2026

Thank you so much for choosing us, Paul, and for trusting us to entertain your wonderful family! We truly love what we do, and it’s always a joy to share Aruba—our little paradise in the Caribbean—full of surprises, unique experiences, and a welcoming sense of safety. We’ll always be here for you, and we can’t wait to see you all again soon. Your kind words mean a lot to us!

Bibi Van Loon (The Captain)

Replied on January 13, 2026

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Gary H.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

A Great Boat Trip

VERIFIED 3 Hour – Spot&Snorkel With Turtles on April 5, 2026

Gary H.

5.0 / 5

Apr 5, 2026

3 Hour – Spot&Snorkel With Turtles

A Great Boat Trip

VERIFIED

A wonderful 3hr boat trip well managed by Bibi and Carl. Our family group covered a very wide age range and this trip exceeded our expectations. We were taken to some lovely snorkelling sites to enjoy seeing some of Aruba’s sea life. First time snorkelers were well supported and therefore felt safe in the water throughout. Equipment provided was good and the boat was very comfortable and well handled. We were made very welcome Bibi and Carl and highly recommend them.

A wonderful 3hr boat trip well managed by Bibi and Carl. Our family group covered a very wide age range and this trip exceeded...

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Bibi Van Loon (The Captain)

Replied on April 12, 2026

You are most welcome Mr. Hunt! We enjoyed having you and your family onboard. We love what we do and are always happy to create great memories for everyone, no matter the age! We will be waiting to welcome you again soon here in paradise👍

Bibi Van Loon (The Captain)

Replied on April 12, 2026

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Jane L.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Wonderful snorkel trip with the family!

VERIFIED NEW 3 Hour – Spot&Snorkel With Turtles on June 7, 2026

Jane L.

5.0 / 5

Jun 7, 2026

3 Hour – Spot&Snorkel With Turtles

Wonderful snorkel trip with the family!

VERIFIED NEW

Our family had a wonderful snorkel trip with Captains Bibi and Carl. Went to a fun snorkeling site, learned about Aruba and enjoyed a delicious lunch. We very much enjoyed their company and look forward to our next visit to this beautiful island. Highly recommend Ocean Encounters Aruba!

Our family had a wonderful snorkel trip with Captains Bibi and Carl. Went to a fun snorkeling site, learned about Aruba and...

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Bibi Van Loon (The Captain)

Replied on June 7, 2026

Thank you for your beautiful review Jane! We enjoyed entertaining you and your wonderful family on these magnificent waters of Aruba, we already look forward to your next visit!

Bibi Van Loon (The Captain)

Replied on June 7, 2026

Thank you for your beautiful review Jane! We enjoyed entertaining you and your wonderful family on these magnificent waters of Aruba, we already look forward to your next visit!

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Dana D.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Amazing Amazing Excursion and Crew

VERIFIED 3 Hour – Spot&Snorkel With Turtles on April 17, 2026

Dana D.

5.0 / 5

Apr 17, 2026

3 Hour – Spot&Snorkel With Turtles

Amazing Amazing Excursion and Crew

VERIFIED

We had a party of 8 (4 kids, 4 adults). The captains were amazing and super social. Great hosts with cheeses, drinks, and fruit. We snorkeled with fishe. Swam with turtles. Experienced a shipwreck and hung out at a turquoise water sandbar where the kids got to swim and throw a football around. Such an amazing way to experience the waters of Aruba!!! I’d do it again in a second!!! 100% recommend!!!

We had a party of 8 (4 kids, 4 adults). The captains were amazing and super social. Great hosts with cheeses, drinks, and fruit....

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Bibi Van Loon (The Captain)

Replied on April 18, 2026

Thank you so much for choosing us and trusting us with your beautiful family Dana! We loved having you onboard and your review means a lot to us! Please do come back again soon! We still have soo much to show you!

Bibi Van Loon (The Captain)

Replied on April 18, 2026

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