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Amazing Amazing Excursion and Crew

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

Dana D.

5.0 / 5

Amazing Amazing Excursion and Crew

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Dana D.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

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....

Dana D. recommends Ocean Encounters Aruba

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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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5.0 / 5

out of 5 stars from 20 reviews

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5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Experience

5.0 / 5

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Erin C.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Excellent experience

VERIFIED 3 Hour – Spot&Snorkel With Turtles on March 29, 2026

Erin C.

5.0 / 5

Mar 29, 2026

3 Hour – Spot&Snorkel With Turtles

Excellent experience

VERIFIED

Captain Carl and Ms. Bibi were fantastic. Easy personalized booking, friendly staff, clean and well appointed boat. We opted for a day on the more southern side of the island with a snorkel through mangroves. It was very beautiful and unique. Great for my kiddos too. I would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for a one-of-a-kind day on the water.

Captain Carl and Ms. Bibi were fantastic. Easy personalized booking, friendly staff, clean and well appointed boat. We...

Erin C. recommends Ocean Encounters Aruba

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Bibi Van Loon (The Captain)

Replied on March 31, 2026

Thank you so much for this wonderful review, Erin. It truly means a lot to us. We loved having you, your family and kiddos on board, and we’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed exploring the southern side of the island — it really is a special spot. Knowing that you felt taken care of and had a one‑of‑a‑kind day on the water is exactly why we do what we do. We’d be delighted to welcome you back anytime!

Bibi Van Loon (The Captain)

Replied on March 31, 2026

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Alysse C.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Phenomenal time on the water with Captains Bibi and Carl

VERIFIED NEW 3 Hour – Spot&Snorkel With Turtles on June 2, 2026

Alysse C.

5.0 / 5

Jun 2, 2026

3 Hour – Spot&Snorkel With Turtles

Phenomenal time on the water with Captains Bibi and Carl

VERIFIED NEW

We swam with sea turtles and enjoyed delicious snacks thoughtfully prepared by Capt. Bibi. Carl and Bibi were a joy, and the boat was immaculate.

We swam with sea turtles and enjoyed delicious snacks thoughtfully prepared by Capt. Bibi. Carl and Bibi were a joy, and the...

Alysse C. recommends Ocean Encounters Aruba

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Bibi Van Loon (The Captain)

Replied on June 4, 2026

Thank you for your very kind review Alysse! We truly enjoyed having you both sailing with us here in paradise Aruba and hope to spoil you and your entire family again soon!

Bibi Van Loon (The Captain)

Replied on June 4, 2026

Thank you for your very kind review Alysse! We truly enjoyed having you both sailing with us here in paradise Aruba and hope to spoil you and your entire family again soon!

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Jonathan J.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great experience!

VERIFIED 3 Hour – Spot&Snorkel With Turtles on February 18, 2026

Jonathan J.

5.0 / 5

Feb 18, 2026

3 Hour – Spot&Snorkel With Turtles

Great experience!

VERIFIED

We enjoyed our excursion with Captain Bibi and Captain Carl. They were absolutely wonderful! We were able to see many species of fish and sea turtles while snorkeling. We would highly recommend booking an excursion with them, and we look forward to another excursion with them when we return to Aruba.

We enjoyed our excursion with Captain Bibi and Captain Carl. They were absolutely wonderful! We were able to see many species...

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Bibi Van Loon (The Captain)

Replied on February 21, 2026

Your wonderful review means a lot to us Jonathan! It was truly our pleasure to have you on board with us, and can’t wait to welcome you and your wonderful family once again in the near future! We will send you the videos and pictures so you can enjoy great memories, warm and sunny regards from us all!

Bibi Van Loon (The Captain)

Replied on February 21, 2026

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Sarah L.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Fantastic day on the boat! Snorkel and fishing

VERIFIED 3 Hour – Spot&Snorkel With Turtles on January 1, 2026

Sarah L.

5.0 / 5

Jan 1, 2026

3 Hour – Spot&Snorkel With Turtles

Fantastic day on the boat! Snorkel and fishing

VERIFIED

Took a 3-hour trip with our family of 5. Captain Bibi and Carl were great hosts; they made sure everyone in our family had fun! Snorkeled two sites. Saw tons of fish, turtles, and the wreck. Fished as we returned to port, and let our boys each catch a fish! Highlight of the trip!

Took a 3-hour trip with our family of 5. Captain Bibi and Carl were great hosts; they made sure everyone in our family had...

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Bibi Van Loon (The Captain)

Replied on January 3, 2026

Thank you, Sarah, we had a great time with all of you as well! Don’t forget us…come and visit us again soon!

Bibi Van Loon (The Captain)

Replied on January 3, 2026

Thank you, Sarah, we had a great time with all of you as well! Don’t forget us…come and visit us again soon!

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Amit S. S.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great Company

VERIFIED 2 Hour – Private Sunset Cruise on December 30, 2025

Amit S. S.

5.0 / 5

Dec 30, 2025

2 Hour – Private Sunset Cruise

Great Company

VERIFIED

Captain Bibi & Carl were fantastic in helping out-of-the way with their personal touch and over the top service in designing the customized trip, providing refreshments and guidance in general. Will strongly recommend for other in Aruba.

Captain Bibi & Carl were fantastic in helping out-of-the way with their personal touch and over the top service in designing...

Amit S. S. recommends Ocean Encounters Aruba

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Bibi Van Loon (The Captain)

Replied on January 3, 2026

Thank you, Amit, it was with pleasure! I am so proud of you and your wife for trusting us to offer you this adventure on the green blue waters of Aruba! Can’t wait to see all of you again soon in Aruba!

Bibi Van Loon (The Captain)

Replied on January 3, 2026

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