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Kayak Tour to Seaglass Island

4.6 · 101 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 90% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Aruba Operated by Philip Tromp Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2h 30m
Group
Private tour, your party only
Guide languages
English, Dutch, Spanish
Start & pickup
08:30, 14:00, 16:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A guided paddle along the south coast mangroves and reef to Sea Glass Island, with a local guide telling the history of the area and a kayak, life vest and water in the price.

Hotel pickup is not included, so you make your own way to the launch point. 4.63 from 101 reviews at €73 per person.

In our comparison: #14 of 17 in Parasailing, Kayak & Water Sports, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €73 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Bottled water
  • Kayak
  • Lifevest
  • Hotel pick up and drop-off

Children from €58 (ages 5 to 10). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 19 September 2026.

Reviews

4.6
101 ratings
Viator 66 · Tripadvisor 35

90% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 91 of 101

Star breakdown of all 101 ratings

5 stars
85 · 84%
4 stars
6 · 6%
3 stars
4 · 4%
2 stars
1 · 1%
1 star
5 · 5%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides and sea glass hunting, but those expecting more kayaking can be disappointed

Praised

  • Plentiful sea glass to search through and take home
  • Friendly guides share island history and local knowledge
  • Patient instruction helps beginners and nervous paddlers feel comfortable
  • Guests value the freedom to explore and collect without feeling rushed

Complaints

  • Some question the value because the outing involves little kayaking
  • Several report guides failing to arrive for booked trips
  • Some find paddling easy, while others find wind and currents challenging
  • Some find the meeting point unclear or difficult to locate

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (27 August 2024 to 26 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
The meeting point is located at the small pier right next to Villa Rossana in Savaneta. It is very close to the Flying Fishbone Restaurant. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
08:30, 14:00, 16:30 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Philip Tromp; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

This is an eco friendly kayak tour that will take you to the Seaglass Island. Our local tour guide is experienced and very knowledgeable about the area. You will hear about the ocean and sealife and the fascinating history of the area. The reef is very beautiful with lots of Mangroves, sealife and of course lots of seaglass. A tour you will enjoy and create amazing memories.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Good to know

  • Children from €58 ages 5 to 10

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

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Ranked #14 of 17 in Parasailing, Kayak & Water Sports by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €27 to €136, median €64; typical length 30 min. 6 of 17 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 17 Parasailing, Kayak & Water Sports

From €73 per adult