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ArubaLiz · 03-27-2011, 06:39 PM

My husband and I are headed back to Aruba in May for our 8th trip. This year we are bringing my parents with us to enjoy the wonderful island. My dad said the one thing he wants to do on this trip is snorkel. My folks are in their late 60s/early 70s. My question is - where should we take them? Both are completely mobile so that's not an issue. I doubt my mom will want to snorkel, but she will want to join us for the trip. Right now my two thoughts are 1) rent a car and head down to Baby Beach, or 2) take the Black Pearl/Blue Melody snorkel trip. I'd appreciate any suggestions/comments. Thanks in advance for your help!

cukiecutr · 03-27-2011, 07:05 PM

Bully brought my family to a great place but I do not recall the name. It was out past the high rise hotels. My father (age 79) snorkled there. We all had a great time. Bully, if you read this, coudl you please let ArubaLiz know the spot. It was much better and safer than baby beach. Have fun!

*Andrea J.* · 03-27-2011, 07:06 PM

if they are non snorkelers or beginners have them practice in your resprt's pool 1st.

baby beach is a perfect snorkel, not outside the breakwater though.

unsure if i would recommend a boat snorkel for them.
if mom is unsure, a boat may add to anxiety.

catalina cove, up beyond the windsurfer area near arashi beach might be great for a first or second snorkel.
i really really like catalina cove and cukiecutr went there via bully.

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Originally Posted by ArubaLiz

My husband and I are headed back to Aruba in May for our 8th trip. This year we are bringing my parents with us to enjoy the wonderful island. My dad said the one thing he wants to do on this trip is snorkel. My folks are in their late 60s/early 70s. My question is - where should we take them? Both are completely mobile so that's not an issue. I doubt my mom will want to snorkel, but she will want to join us for the trip. Right now my two thoughts are 1) rent a car and head down to Baby Beach, or 2) take the Black Pearl/Blue Melody snorkel trip. I'd appreciate any suggestions/comments. Thanks in advance for your help!

*Andrea J.* · 03-27-2011, 07:09 PM

www.shorediving.com/Earth/ABC/Aruba/Catalina_Cove/index.htm
www.shorediving.com/Earth/ABC/Aruba/Boca_Catalina/index.htm

check these links!!

*Arubalisa* · 03-27-2011, 08:14 PM

If it is north of the high rises, it is most likely Boca Catalina. We snorkeled there with a child who is a poor swimmer and he did great. Most important for you is that the entry is EASY!

I have a lot of info at Snorkeling Boca Catalina & Catalina Cove

ArubaLiz · 03-28-2011, 06:00 PM

Thanks every one for your advice! My folks have been ocean lovers all their life so the water is not an issue. My mom will most likely come with us for the trip to enjoy the day, but probably not want to snorkel. You never know though...Aruba can change people.

I'll plan to either rent a car or reach out to Bully.

Thanks again for all your help!

hatteras · 03-28-2011, 10:28 PM

We love snorkeling at Boca Catalina. The entrance is very rocky and very difficult, but you can walk down the beach a little ways to get in. My husband was sure the rocky entry would be fine the first time. Everyone around us and on shore was very entertained by our antics. We were holding on to each other, stepping on our fins, sliding around, getting stuck, and laughing the entire time. The next visit we went down the beach like Lisa had suggested, and it was much easier to get in. Be sure to get there between 8:00-8:30 if you want a palapa. Their are no chairs so you will be sitting in the sand. Next time we are going to buy some cheap beach chairs at Certified when we get to Aruba. We'll donate them to someone when we leave.

*Arubalisa* · 03-28-2011, 10:38 PM

Catalina Cove -- DIFFICULT entry

Boca Catalina -- EASY entry

seattlegrrl1 · 04-01-2011, 01:54 PM

To piggy back on these snorkel conversations ... does anyone know what it will cost to rent snorkel gear? We are considering purchasing our own.

*Andrea J.* · 04-01-2011, 02:39 PM

http://www.aquawindies.com/equipment...__airfills.htm
click this link
gives rental pricing

aquawindies is VERY reputable

03-27-2011, 06:39 PM	#1 (permalink)
ArubaLiz Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 21	Snorkeling with my parents My husband and I are headed back to Aruba in May for our 8th trip. This year we are bringing my parents with us to enjoy the wonderful island. My dad said the one thing he wants to do on this trip is snorkel. My folks are in their late 60s/early 70s. My question is - where should we take them? Both are completely mobile so that's not an issue. I doubt my mom will want to snorkel, but she will want to join us for the trip. Right now my two thoughts are 1) rent a car and head down to Baby Beach, or 2) take the Black Pearl/Blue Melody snorkel trip. I'd appreciate any suggestions/comments. Thanks in advance for your help! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Our next Aruba trip in Get me back to Aruba!

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03-27-2011, 07:05 PM	#2 (permalink)
cukiecutr Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 205	Bully brought my family to a great place but I do not recall the name. It was out past the high rise hotels. My father (age 79) snorkled there. We all had a great time. Bully, if you read this, coudl you please let ArubaLiz know the spot. It was much better and safer than baby beach. Have fun! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Next Aruba trip in

03-27-2011, 07:09 PM	#4 (permalink)
Andrea J. Aruba since 1979 Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: renaissance island, eagle beach, amsterdam manor/passions beach bar, Hung Paradis, alto vista chapel, madam janettes, big porch at B55 Posts: 13,253 Images: 80	www.shorediving.com/Earth/ABC/Aruba/Catalina_Cove/index.htm www.shorediving.com/Earth/ABC/Aruba/Boca_Catalina/index.htm check these links!! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Please, I'll have a Grande' decaf Mocha Latte' with a shot of liquid tranquilizer.

03-27-2011, 08:14 PM	#5 (permalink)
Arubalisa Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Boca Catalina Posts: 10,683 Images: 174	If it is north of the high rises, it is most likely Boca Catalina. We snorkeled there with a child who is a poor swimmer and he did great. Most important for you is that the entry is EASY! I have a lot of info at Snorkeling Boca Catalina & Catalina Cove Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Aruba Bound! ~ Blogging to Aruba ~ Hoosier Kitties ~ Our-Cruises ~ Pictures of Aruba

03-28-2011, 06:00 PM	#6 (permalink)
ArubaLiz Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 21	Thanks every one for your advice! My folks have been ocean lovers all their life so the water is not an issue. My mom will most likely come with us for the trip to enjoy the day, but probably not want to snorkel. You never know though...Aruba can change people. I'll plan to either rent a car or reach out to Bully. Thanks again for all your help! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Our next Aruba trip in Get me back to Aruba!

03-28-2011, 10:28 PM	#7 (permalink)
hatteras Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Boca Catalina, Arashi Beach Manchebo Beach, Eagle Beach Posts: 246	We love snorkeling at Boca Catalina. The entrance is very rocky and very difficult, but you can walk down the beach a little ways to get in. My husband was sure the rocky entry would be fine the first time. Everyone around us and on shore was very entertained by our antics. We were holding on to each other, stepping on our fins, sliding around, getting stuck, and laughing the entire time. The next visit we went down the beach like Lisa had suggested, and it was much easier to get in. Be sure to get there between 8:00-8:30 if you want a palapa. Their are no chairs so you will be sitting in the sand. Next time we are going to buy some cheap beach chairs at Certified when we get to Aruba. We'll donate them to someone when we leave. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________

03-28-2011, 10:38 PM	#8 (permalink)
Arubalisa Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Boca Catalina Posts: 10,683 Images: 174	Catalina Cove -- DIFFICULT entry Boca Catalina -- EASY entry Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Aruba Bound! ~ Blogging to Aruba ~ Hoosier Kitties ~ Our-Cruises ~ Pictures of Aruba

04-01-2011, 01:54 PM	#9 (permalink)
seattlegrrl1 Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 28	To piggy back on these snorkel conversations ... does anyone know what it will cost to rent snorkel gear? We are considering purchasing our own. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

04-01-2011, 02:39 PM	#10 (permalink)
Andrea J. Aruba since 1979 Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: renaissance island, eagle beach, amsterdam manor/passions beach bar, Hung Paradis, alto vista chapel, madam janettes, big porch at B55 Posts: 13,253 Images: 80	http://www.aquawindies.com/equipment...__airfills.htm click this link gives rental pricing aquawindies is VERY reputable Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Please, I'll have a Grande' decaf Mocha Latte' with a shot of liquid tranquilizer.