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Descend into Aruba’s underwater world without getting wet on a 90-minute semi-submarine tour from Palm Beach. Spot the Antilla wreck and vibrant Arashi Reef through glass-bottom viewing while enjoying an air-conditioned ride.
Descend into Aruba’s underwater world without getting wet on a 90-minute semi-submarine tour from Palm Beach. Spot the Antilla wreck and vibrant Arashi Reef through glass-bottom viewing while enjoying an air-conditioned ride.
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Operated by De Palm Tours VBA · Palm Beach, Aruba
You step onto De Palm Pier with trade winds nudging the shoreline and the pale hull of the semi-submarine waiting like a low-slung observatory. The vessel stays above water but its glass-sided belly drops about five feet beneath the surface, giving an aquarium view into Arashi Reef’s coral gardens while the Antilla’s hulking silhouette drifts into view offshore.
easy.
1–1.5 hours.
Minimal physical exertion required; suitable for most fitness levels though boarding involves small steps.
The semi-submarine tour lasts approximately 90 minutes from boarding to return.
Check in at De Palm Pier on Palm Beach between the Hilton and RIU Palace; arrive at least 30 minutes early.
Infants must sit on an adult’s lap; the experience is rated easy but boarding requires negotiating small steps—notify operator for special assistance.
Yes; the itinerary includes viewing the Antilla wreck and several reef sites such as Arashi Reef, where you can often see parrotfish, snapper, and sometimes sea turtles.
The Antilla, scuttled by her German crew early in WWII, rests offshore and is an accessible reminder of Caribbean wartime events and maritime trade history.
Aruba’s reefs are sensitive; operators follow no-touch policies and local rules protect coral—avoid sunscreen with oxybenzone and respect wildlife distances.
De Palm Tours VBA operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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