Half-Day Aruba Animal Sanctuary Guided Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

Dutch

Spanish

4 hours

Mobile ticket

Enjoy this guided tour, as well as take the the opportunity to interact and learn about some of the wildlife that can be found in Aruba. First you will visit the Aruba Ostrich Farm. The Aruba Ostrich Farm welcomes you to come and meet its 80- count flock of the largest living species in the world. After visiting the Ostrich Farm, you will then proceed to a Donkey Sanctuary as well as Phillip's Animal Garden. The tour will conclude with Hotel drop-off. Part of the proceeds will be donated to these animal sanctuaries.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Professional guide

Bottled water

Local taxes

Hotel/port pickup and drop-off

Attractions admission included

Food and drinks, unless specified

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

Aruba Ostrich Farm

The Aruba Ostrich Farm welcomes you to one of the largest living species in the world. Visitors are encouraged to partake in a guided tour of the farm, inhabited by both ostriches and their flightless Australian relatives, emus. The tour provides the opportunity to learn about the natural behavior and survival instincts of these amazing creatures through detailed information as well as personal encounters with the birds.

1 hour • Admission Included

Donkey Sanctuary Aruba

Get the opportunity to mingle with some real locals at the Donkey Sanctuary. Founded in 1997 as a non-profit and completely volunteer run organization, their mission is simple. Save the Donkeys! Although not originally native to the small island of Aruba, they have existed here for 500 years having been the primary mode of transportation until cars began to be introduced on the island in increasing numbers. At that point, many Arubans no longer had the need for their formerly beloved donkey, and sadly in the 1970’s, a dangerous and rapidly spreading illness nearly caused their extinction leaving behind a population of only 20 wild donkeys.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

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Half-Day Aruba Animal Sanctuary Guided Tour

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Reviews

4.77

181 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

156

Awesome excursion for families and animal lovers.
Companion59274731514,
Jul 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I booked this excursion for my wife and daughter who both love animals. We are a party of 4 with my oldest son being wheelchair bound. He has his own stroller wheelchair (Convaid) which the guide would pick up and place in the back of the school bus. This tour uses an old school bus to take you to each attraction. Luckily my son weighs only 45 lbs and I was able to carry him up the curving stairs inside the bus. I only give this info as it’s hard to find a tour for the disabled. Now the excursion was awesome. Each attraction better than the last. We started with the donkey sanctuary. The donkeys will surround you trying to get some food but they are so gentle. Just try to spread the food out to as many donkeys as you can. The next stop was a guided tour of the ostrich sanctuary. This very informative and fun. The guide was interesting and animated. Plenty of time to feed the ostriches and emus. There is a picture taking opportunity feeding two ostriches. The last stop was Phillips animal park. Here they had a wide variety of animals to feed and touch. Remember to try and spread out the food to as many animals as possible. We almost ran out food feeding the cute goats and rams in the first few pens. All the animals are very gentle when taking the food from your palm. If you like animals and want a nice family experience that is not rushed and at your own pace. This is a great excursion to go on. Not really handicap accessible unless able to climb the five steps inside the school bus.
Animal sanctuaries are very enjoyable
Claudia R,
Jun 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Driver/tour guide was very informative, but didn't keep talking. Appreciated the ability to enjoy the natural scenery of the island without a lot of talking.
Our tour guide Danny was...
Dawn M,
May 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our tour guide Danny was very informative and nice. Provided plenty of time at each stop and endless cold water. Would definitely recommend. We did the tour with our 5 and 2 year olds.
Great Animal Experience
Y84WJmaxl,
May 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Guide was super chill. The Bus with no Windows is a fun ride. Donkey and Ostrich Sanctuarys are worth a visit. Philipps Animal garden is cool, the time spent there could be shortened though.
Animal half day adventure
Gingabeam,
May 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
They pick us up at our hotel and drop us off. It’s is an open window smaller size bus. We went to the Donkey Sanctuary. This is a self tour. Then to the Ostrich Farm. This was a guided tour. Last stop was Phillips Animal and this was a self tour. It was a good day. They do supply water at each stop if needed.
Great excursion for animal lovers
Roam42247893423,
Apr 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
This tour was alot of fun. Our guide was very nice and gave us lots of information about the island and its history. The Ostrich farm was beautiful and it was fun feeding them !! My only complaint would be that an air conditioned vehicle was advertised and we were picked up in a school bus with no windows. Otherwise I recommend this tour!
Simple but interesting.
stanleyhI3838KT,
Apr 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The facilities we visited were enjoyable and educational. The tour bus and driver was exceptional and made the experience even better.
Fantastic time!
Colin M,
Apr 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a fantastic time visiting and feeding so many different animals. The tour was well organized and our driver was friendly and knowledgeable. Definitely recommend for people of all ages.
Dan the Man
Amy M,
Apr 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
I did not expect the amount of animals to see at the Philips animal sanctuary. Burping monkey. Cute goats. A million peacocks. Turtles, horses, etc. Danny the tour guide was the man.
Fun with animals
susan a,
Apr 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
First impressions are lasting impressions, so right when I met Danny the bus driver, I knew it was going to be a great day! He had that charming Aruban hospitality throughout the tour. I loved the stops to the donkey sanctuary and the ostrich farm. The guided tour at the Ostruch farm was so informative and allowed for hands on experiences with the animals. If you love animals, this trip is a must.