Aruba by taxi, one happy island in a day
Hire a local driver by the hour. They pick you up at your hotel or the cruise terminal, wait at every stop, and know where the water is calm today. One price for the whole car.
Pick your day
Every price is for the whole car, up to 4 people. Tap a tour to see the stops.
Good to know before you go
Aruba is small. Nothing on these tours is more than 45 minutes from Palm Beach.
Money
Taxi rates are set in US dollars, and dollars are taken everywhere. The Aruban florin (Afl.) is the local currency.
Tipping
About 10% for a tour driver who looked after you well. Not expected for a short ride.
Sun and wind
The trade wind keeps it cool, so the sun catches people out. Sunscreen with oxybenzone is banned in Aruba, so bring a reef-safe one.
Natural Pool
The Natural Pool and the rough roads in Arikok park need a 4x4. Book a jeep tour for those. A taxi cannot drive there.
When to go
Sunny all year and outside the hurricane belt. Most rain falls in short showers from October to December, and March is usually the driest month.
Bar height: average rainy days per month. Lower is drier.
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Day tours in Aruba - FAQ
How much does a taxi day tour in Aruba cost?
Taxis can be hired by the hour at the official rate of $60 (Afl. 108), with a two hour minimum. A 3 hour Oranjestad tour is about $180 and a 5 hour south coast tour about $300 for the whole car. Agree the hours and the price before you set off.
Can I book a tour from the cruise ship?
Yes. The cruise terminal is in Oranjestad, next to the town centre. Share your all-aboard time with the driver. A 3 or 4 hour tour fits easily into most port days.
Are entrance fees included?
No. The Butterfly Farm, the Ostrich Farm, the lighthouse tower and the museum are paid at the gate. All beaches in Aruba are public and free; chairs and umbrellas are paid on site. Each tour lists which stops charge.
Can we change the stops?
Yes. That is the point of a private taxi. Swap a stop, stay longer at a beach, or add lunch. The price follows the hours.
Are tours good for children?
The Butterfly Farm, the donkeys and the ostriches are made for families, and Baby Beach has shallow, calm water. The north coast is too rough for swimming.
The hourly rate is the official Aruba taxi rate published on taxi.aw (May 2026). Prices are estimates, so agree the hours and the final price with your driver before you set off. Photos are from Wikimedia Commons, credited on each photo.