Join me in Aruba for 5 unforgettable days on the island I call home.
I've created this group trip because I dream of bringing together people who want to experience Aruba in a more meaningful way. While tourism is incredibly important to our island, not every activity has a positive impact on our wildlife, and many small local businesses are often overlooked in favor of large scale tourism. My goal is to share the Aruba I know and love while leaving a positive impact on the island during our time here.
Over five unforgettable days, I'll take you to some of my favorite places, from stunning beaches, snorkeling, and nature hikes to discovering incredible local food, joining a cultural cooking class, and creating unforgettable memories in some of the island's most beautiful locations. Along the way, we'll support small local businesses, choose only ethical animal experiences, give back through volunteering and donations to local rescues, come together for a beach cleanup, and so much more.
This is more than just a holiday in Aruba, it’s a chance to experience the island through a local lens, build genuine connections, and leave with memories, friendships, and a deeper connection to this place.
We're so excited to have you join us! Before confirming your booking, please note the following:
A $750 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your place. The remaining balance will be automatically charged on August 25.
All guests are required to have comprehensive travel insurance.
By booking your spot, you agree to our Terms & Conditions and Cancellation Policy.
We’ll be waiting for you at the airport to welcome you to the island. After checking into our nature retreat, we’ll take some time to get to know each other and share a few insights about Aruba. Depending on everyone’s arrival times, we’ll head to the beach before enjoying a relaxed first dinner together at a local seafood restaurant by the water.
On your first full day in Aruba we are starting with breakfast at local bakery and early morning visit to the Butterly Farm. Followed by an ethical Sea Turtle Snorkel tour with our local guide! In the afternoon we'll have some lunch and rest and for sunset we will head to the best beach on the island to watch the sun go down and have some local style dinner.
We'll start the day early with a beach cleanup at one of the most beautiful beaches on the island, followed by a beach picnic and time to relax in the water. Afterwards, we'll visit San Nicolas to wander through its colorful streets, admire the art murals, and explore its museums.
For lunch, we'll enjoy one of Aruba's most popular local dishes. After some time to relax back at our accommodation, we'll end the day with a traditional Aruban cooking class in the historic home of a local family, followed by a delicious dinner featuring the meal we prepared together.
We'll start the day with breakfast at our accommodation before heading to the local animal rescue, Sgt. Pepper's Friends, for a morning of volunteering and delivering food donations. Afterwards, we'll enjoy lunch and some time at the beach before setting off on an evening nature hike to the Natural Pool. We'll end the day with our final dinner together at an intimate local restaurant.
On our final day together, we'll enjoy an early breakfast in Aruba's capital, Oranjestad, followed by a walk through the town. Afterwards, we'll head back to get check out and get ready for everyone's departure flights.
Stay in a beautiful nature retreat with pool, kitchen, and close to beautiful hikes
Daily set menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner
Ethical snorkeling tour with local guide to spot sea turtles and underwater life
round trip from Aruba Airport to accomodation
Entree to the butterfly farm with guided tour
Private organized beach cleanup on one of Aruba's most beautiful beaches
Step into a local family’s historic home and learn to prepare traditional Aruban dishes
Guided hike to the natural pool where we stop for a swim and enjoy the sunset on the way back
Private beach picnic for breakfast on the beach
We’ll be bringing food donations for the rescue and spending time helping care for their cats and dogs, while learning more about their work.
to/from Aruba
Mandatory for trip
It's mandatory to fill in Aruba's ED card before arrival and pay the $20 sustainability fee
Hi! My name is Jenna. I was born and raised in Aruba, and I run curated travel experiences here together with my partner Key, focusing on meaningful, small-group trips that connect people more deeply to the island.
With a Master’s degree in Sustainable Tourism, I’ve always been passionate about finding ways to give back to the island I call home and showing that travel can be both meaningful and enjoyable.
I hope you get to experience Aruba with us one day soon!
