Half-Day Aruba Animal Sanctuary Guided Tour
Overview
Available languages
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
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.
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.
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Half-Day Aruba Animal Sanctuary Guided Tour
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Bottled water
Local taxes
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Attractions admission included
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
195 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Aruba Animals
JenniferB1036,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great day visiting the animal sanctuaries. It was fun getting to feed all the animals, especially the ostriches! Pick up/Drop off from our hotel was great!
Fun half day with a great tour guide
Rasa V,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Such a fun way to spend a morning/early afternoon! We loved the donkeys and the ostrich farm was pretty cool, though our favorite part was our guide Danny! So knowledgeable about the island, great driving, and super attentive. Our least favorite spot was Philip’s Animal Garden because there were only rare signs indicating the species and also would have loved to know which animals are rescues vs being purchased for a petting zoo. That being said, we really enjoyed feeding the goats and other animals there (good variety).
This tour was awesome!...
Alexandra W,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was awesome! From the Donkey Sanctuary, to the Ostrich Farm, and the Animal Garden. It was a great day to get to see Aruba and our tour guide Danny was great. Definitely recommend!
Overall worthwhile
Donald B,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00I guess I could have done without the donkey sanctuary. It does support the operation but if you've seen one ass you've seen 'em all. The ostrich farm provided a tour which gave a lot of interesting information. The Phillip's Animal Garden had a wide variety of tropical animals. Although not included in this tour, I can recommend The Butterfly Farm near Eagle beach.
Donkeys, Ostriches, et al
Seaside278462,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a marvelous experience. The staff was knowledgeable and anxious to share with visitors. Have been to Aruba many times and somehow missed this stop. Each place was fascinating.
Great trip with the Grandchildren
Y7732LLdonnad,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great trip with the Grandchildren. They enjoyed feeding the animals and the animals were very friendly.
Great for animal lovers!
Marty P,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour of three animal places! Danny, our driver, was fantastic. Gave us some interesting facts about the island as we drove from place to place. You can feed animals at all of the places. Get the shaved ice at the ostrich farm! Plan for 5 hours.
Donkeys, ostriches, monkeys, turtles, goats...ay tour
elizabethdI1430YK,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our EL TOURS bus driver was friendly, knowledgeable and caring.We enjoyed the halfday tour of 3 Animal sanctuaries (Donkey, ostrich and Phillips had multiple animals). He picked us up on SATURDAY FEB 7th around 9:15 and we were back before 2pm and it included all admissions, there were no extra costs and we had enough time at each stop TIP: Bring a bag of sliced apples and carrot sticks and wear a hat and sunscreen. The OSTRICH and emu farm facility and tour lady (brown hair and former Dutch military) was the BEST! They had a surprisingly elegant, shade-covered large pavilion-RESTAURANT (open 11am-2:30 pm approx w chalkboard menu). It could be a great Venue for a birthday party or other celebration ). You can order a ostrich egg meal that feeds 6 people or a single sandwich, frozen treats use restroom, gift shop and also see parrots, ducks, peacocks, turkeys...... At Phillips they had a wide variety of animals and the large tortoise, kangaroos,miniature and baby goats and monkeys were fun to see. The scenery on the way to each place was also enjoyable. You can also arrange a UTV tour from their office at Phillips.
Great for animal lovers
Beaner32,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the animal sanctuary guided tour during our cruise stop a couple of days ago. Our guide Danny was wonderful! He would point out highlights and offer history and information when appropriate. He knew lots about each stop and fully informed us about what to expect at each place. Bonus points for always having cold water available. We didn't like the Phillips Animal Garden as much. It felt a little too much like a zoo but they did have lots of animals. The donkey sanctuary was our favorite. The ostrich farm was very interesting with good guides. This is a great tour for animal lovers.
A Must for Animal Lovers
Kathy C,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A great tour if you love animals! You get to feed them at every location. Our tour guide Danny was very knowledgeable and friendly.
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