The Antilla
The Antilla
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The Antilla, which was a German freighter sunk during World War II, is Aruba's most popular dive site.
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paxa
Washington DC, DC6,727 contributions
Jan 2020
We came here on a De Palm tour which included 3 locations and this is the last. It's a busy site with many snorkeling boats around. We actually had to wait a while for other boats to leave to get into the right anchoring position. The wreck is a fair sized German cargo ship and sunk in shallow water so possible to dive down close enough to touch. Pretty cool to see something like this and able to get so close just snorkeling. Water can get a bit choppy out here since it's further out in the ocean. But definitely a highlight not to be missed.
Written January 13, 2020
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lithlith
Michigan931 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
We snorkeled around the Antilla as part of a cruise ship snorkel excursion. This is off the coast a bit and is deep, so it is a little darker. However, it was really neat to snorkel around this sunken vessel. We did see many types of fish around, but once you've gone around the vessel as few times, there really isn't anything else to see in this snorkel location.
Written May 5, 2024
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clontzka
Bratislava, Slovakia11 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Saw Antilla on a snorkel cruise reserved at one of the many water sports vendors along Palm Beach. Snorkel and fins were provided. Sadly, we only had 30min, I could have used more time because the ship is large and it's such a wonder to look at. The water was rather choppy and currents strong, so this might be a little scary for less confident swimmers. The ship is BIG and in two pieces, so if you don't venture further out from the boat, you might not even see the second piece. I regret not knowing this beforehand. Bring an underwater phone case! Another regret of mine. The fish were amazing. Overall, it was well worth a visit for 60USD!
Written August 29, 2023
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AmyMM224
7 contributions
Nov 2020
Seeing the Antilla was pretty amazing. There were so many fish around that is was a great snorkel. The only thing is that it can be a demanding snorkel spot depending on the wind/waves. We had a little bit of a difficult time, but still enjoyed seeing it.
Written November 12, 2020
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Yani
Ardmore, OK59 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
I went with Sailaway tour. It was really nice to see the boat, althought visibility was not excellent. However, I was able to record some videos. Bigger fishes than in the other two snorkel sites I visited during the same tour. I recommend it.
Written February 2, 2020
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Nomad5524
Louisville, OH2 contributions
We've snorkeled in Mexico, Grand Cayman Island and many of the Caribbean islands. Although we haven't done a hugh amount of snorkeling, I thought this was one of the neatest spots we've been to yet. I was very pleased with our adventure to the Antilla. The water was crystal clear, the number and variety of fish were abundant and the vision of the Antilla was a spectacular sight to see. Our underwater pictures came out very nice. I would definitely recommend this to anyone going to the Aruba area.
Written July 10, 2004
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sunny163
Rochester, NY2 contributions
Just returned from aruba 9/24/07- 9/29/07. took the MI DUSHI tour for snorkling -OMG- the best part of the trip .Saw so many awesome fish, many colors,awesome crew.We took some corn in the water for fish and had a colorful frenzy around us, so close the fish were brushing by our faces,coming face to goggles! I highly reccommend even for first timers-AMAZING!
Written October 1, 2007
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coki_litvin
Buenos Aires, Argentina79 contributions
Dec 2012 • Family
I took the trip to antilla without knowing what to expect, I had dived before but never in a wreck, also decided to try SNUBA. The experience was wonderful, snuba is much more comfortable than the scuba (with the obvious limitations), I saw many species under water and the wreck is impressive. I recommend it!
Written January 1, 2013
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Steph F
Holyoke, MA41 contributions
Took a snorkeling trip with one of the tour groups
recommended by the Hyatt Regency resort.
It was a bargain--- $35 US- and you get all equipment,
drinks, 2 sandwiches and some watermelon-
You go to two dive spots-- one in the shallows near
the california lighthouse and at the antilla
the largest shipwreck in the Caribbean.
Beautiful fish -- you should be a pretty confident swimmer
if not I recommend a waist floater because its about 60 feet
if I remember correctly. It's very long and the water is
a bit colder than the shallows. One part of the ship is very
close to the surface and I was worried about crashing into it
Everything is still very clear from the surface so there is no
need to really dive down unless you are a real diving enthusiast
It was my first experience with a shipwreck and I would
definitely recommend it
recommended by the Hyatt Regency resort.
It was a bargain--- $35 US- and you get all equipment,
drinks, 2 sandwiches and some watermelon-
You go to two dive spots-- one in the shallows near
the california lighthouse and at the antilla
the largest shipwreck in the Caribbean.
Beautiful fish -- you should be a pretty confident swimmer
if not I recommend a waist floater because its about 60 feet
if I remember correctly. It's very long and the water is
a bit colder than the shallows. One part of the ship is very
close to the surface and I was worried about crashing into it
Everything is still very clear from the surface so there is no
need to really dive down unless you are a real diving enthusiast
It was my first experience with a shipwreck and I would
definitely recommend it
Written December 27, 2007
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Hunter B
Melbourne, Australia20 contributions
The Antilla shipwreck was the highlight of our snorkeling trip with Red Sail Sports. We got on the tour at the last minute (had to push it up a day because of Hurricane Felix). So we didn't have a chance to get an underwater camera or take pictures, but do that if you can.
We not only snorkeled with clusters of fish, but saw a sea turtle and were super close to pelicans perched on the ship's stern, which protrudes from the water. (Think it was the stern.) I'm no snorkeling expert, but I've done it a few times in Maui and the Dominican Republic. This was the coolest experience yet. Only thing that would be better is scuba diving. The story of the ship's sinking is pretty interesting as well.
Red Sail provided a great trip. Friendly guides, good drinks, decent snacks, and a reasonable price. (You can also find good coupons online; search Google.) Highly recommended. Other tours visit the Antilla as well. Just make sure to confirm that's the shipwreck you want to snorkel at, since there are others off the Aruba coast.
We not only snorkeled with clusters of fish, but saw a sea turtle and were super close to pelicans perched on the ship's stern, which protrudes from the water. (Think it was the stern.) I'm no snorkeling expert, but I've done it a few times in Maui and the Dominican Republic. This was the coolest experience yet. Only thing that would be better is scuba diving. The story of the ship's sinking is pretty interesting as well.
Red Sail provided a great trip. Friendly guides, good drinks, decent snacks, and a reasonable price. (You can also find good coupons online; search Google.) Highly recommended. Other tours visit the Antilla as well. Just make sure to confirm that's the shipwreck you want to snorkel at, since there are others off the Aruba coast.
Written October 18, 2007
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Is there a minimum age for this tour?
Do you offer transport from the cruise port?
Written February 29, 2020
There are snorkeling tours that go out to the Antilla, but I have to second the recommendation to visit AquaWindies and check out getting certified to dive. Just dove the Antilles this morning with them, for maybe my 50th time and I still love it!
Written March 1, 2020
Gostaria de saber o valor se alguém lembra? Do passeio de barco e o mergulho?
Written June 7, 2017
Oi Isadora! Paguei 175 dolares por uma saĂda com dois cilindros, um no Antilla e outro no recife em Arashi.
Written November 9, 2017
Hi. We were wondering what tour you took if any to the wreck? We are travelling in a few days and this is on our list to see. Thanks.
Written April 19, 2017
We went with Delphi Water Sports. Great crew!! Super fun rope swing into the water and water slide off the back. Nice, clean, big boat. Our tour only had maybe 15 people on it in March - plenty of room. Lunch included.
Written April 20, 2017
Gina Premici
Buenos Aires, Argentina
1 contribution
Hola podrĂan decirme donde contratar este tour? Y el valor aproximado y que incluye.. Por otro lado es snorkel o buceo.. Con l sin certificado padi.. Saludos
Written September 27, 2015
Hi,
We are considering a holiday at the Saint-James Club and would like to dive with your
diving operation if possible...a second question is the fact that i would be diving in st-Lucia
to do underwater photos of the seahorse population around the island...will you pick up
and drop off at the hotel?
Written September 13, 2015
The Antilla is a dive site, not a diving operation
Written September 14, 2015
Where should we rent a car? At the airport? What car rental service is the most reasonably price?
Written June 17, 2015
I found that Tropic Car rental was the best and they have a service that picks you up at the airport ant takes you to them. The owner is very nice to deal with too.
Written June 26, 2017
Alejandrogil
Bogota, Colombia
El buceo es con snorkel o con tanque de oxigeno ? Q tiempo dura y su precio
Written February 16, 2015
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