Strea cruises Mangel Halto Morning cruise |
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Your trip starts in the harbor of Oranjestad. Strea is docked on the right side of Café the Paddock. We cruise through the Spanish Lagoon to Mangel Halto Reef where we stop for snorkeling. This is a guaranteed smooth trip, excellent for people who are a little hesitant about being on a boat and perfect for small children.
This trip includes fresh tropical fruits, lunch, and refreshments (water, soda’s and juices)
On board we have a $3, $4 and $5 bar for cold beer, wine and premium brands.
Price information
Adults: $70,-
Kids up to and including 11 years old: $35,-.
Private charters
Please contact us for available dates
Our motor yacht Strea can be chartered privately for a minimum of two hours with captain and crew. If you choose to charter Strea for a minimum of four hours, you decide which part of the coast line to cruise; the calm south-east (Mangel Halto) or the more crowded north-west (Malmok Area). The captain only overrules your choice if the weather does not cooperate or if there’s too strong a wind.
During the trip you can consult with the captain where to make stops for swimming and snorkeling or where to fish. Your choice of favorite food, snacks and drinks will be provided during your private cruise.
Price information
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Price includes basic package
On board we have a $3, $4 and $5 bar for cold beer, wine and premium brands.
Special arrangements
All kinds of special arrangements can be made, based on your personal wishes. If you would like to plan a birth day party, bachelor or bachelorette’s party, a wedding anniversary or any other celebration, we can help you by making arrangements and provide a tailor made party. A private sunset cruise on Strea is perfect for your ‘special proposal’. Combine this e.g. with a nice dinner on board. Or, if you’re planning to get married in Aruba; have a ceremony and reception on board! Contact us for more ideas, information, availability and prices.
The scenery and snorkel spots Cruising through the Spanish Lagoon, the scenery is completely different then what you might expect. Aruba has a lot to offer like plenty of sun, beautiful beaches, beautiful resorts and friendly people. But there is another part of Aruba which on most excursions our guests do not get to see.. |
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From our motor yacht you will have a front row seat to get a look at our modern Queen Beatrix International Airport which can accommodate commercial jet aircrafts as large as the Boeing 747. The island is served by a number of airlines, and connections can be made to any part of the world. We pass by the water and power plant, WEB N.V. For more than 70 years, WEB N.V. has been responsible for the production of Aruba’s drinking water and power, doing an outstanding job at it. Aruba does not have a natural source of fresh water and rainfall is limited. Aruba’s population of 100,000 inhabitants plus the more than 700,000 tourists who visit annually, have access to sufficient drinking water which in quality and taste can compete with any other water in the world, including bottled water! W.E.B. Aruba N.V. generates electricity, and produces drinking and industrial water through an integrated process utilizing steam. The cornerstone of this process is the desalination of seawater, which Aruba has in abundance from the Caribbean Sea. On the other side of the lagoon you’ll have a breathtaking view of the exclusive Renaissance Island, the Barcadera Reef, beautiful mangrove forests and finally, the Mangel Halto Reef.
Mangel Halto Reef
Nobody can and will deny it: This is absolutely the most beautiful snorkel spot in Aruba. The underwater world is fantastic; lots of colorful fish and beautiful coral. This reef is the healthiest on the island; we always stress on the fact that it is very important not to touch or stand on any of the coral you see. Not only because of the fact that it might be slightly harmful for your skin (you can get a little rash and itch) but more importantly, this coral is to be protected for it takes hundreds of years to form. You will not see this kind of coral anywhere else in Aruba, it is absolutely amazing. You’ll be happy and relieved to notice that this spot is not crowded with boats and people, just the way we like it!
Malmok Area
Boca Catalina
Catalina Bay (Boca Catalina) is ideal for beginner snorkelers and kids. It’s a nice shallow area, perfect for those who have not snorkeled in a long time. You will explore the shallow waters and enjoy a variety of colorful tropical fish and some species of corals.
Antilla. When Germany invaded the Netherlands on May 10, 1940, the relationship between the two nations was obviously strained. As part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, this extended to Aruba. The Antilla was a German U-boat supply ship that was anchored off the coast of Aruba at the time. A contingent of Dutch Marines gave the ship 24 hours to surrender. The Antilla was fairly new at the time, and rather than see her turned over to the enemy, the Captain decided to scuttle the ship. After putting the crew ashore, he heated up the boilers, which were amidships, and opened the sea cocks. When the cold sea water hit the hot boilers, they exploded, ripping the ship in half. It sank in eight minutes.
Now, Antilla is home to a variety of tropical and colorful fish. Fish include: The Parrot Fish, Barracudas, Fresh Angel Fish, Yellow Tail Snapper, Grunt, Blue Tang, Butterfly Fish, Green Moray , Puffer Fish, Sergeant Mayor, Southern Stingray, Queen Flounder, Stoplight Parrotfish and Trumpet Fish.
At 400 feet (122 meters) long, the Antilla is the Caribbean’s largest shipwreck. It lies on its port side at a maximum depth of 55 feet, though it can readily be seen from the surface.
Kids Strea is a very kid/family friendly boat. We have a lot of space on board for toys, floats and portable cribs. On the practical side, we even have a changing table on board! If you don’t have a portable crib, we can provide one for you. Strea is equipped with life jackets for babies; these are mandatory to wear during the trip. Kids ages 4 up to and including 11 pay have price on the morning cruise. Kids under the age of 4 get a free ride! |
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Specials Private Sunset cruise for two |
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