Top 10 Beaches in Aruba

A Guide to Exploring Aruba’s Most Beautiful Beaches

Whether you’re seeking peace and quiet or adrenaline-filled adventures, Aruba’s beaches have something for everyone. From crystal-clear waters and powdery white sand to exciting water sports and hidden snorkeling gems, here are 10 of Aruba’s top beaches that will leave you breathless.

1. Eagle Beach

Voted #2 in the Caribbean and #8 in the world by TripAdvisor (2024), Eagle Beach is a slice of heaven. With pristine white sand, calm surf, and iconic fofoti trees, it’s also a nesting spot for sea turtles. Watersports kiosks offer gear for even more fun.

• Ideal for: Families, nature lovers, sunset watchers

• Facilities: Restrooms, food, beach shelters, picnic areas

• Location: West Coast

• Access: Car, taxi, bus

2. Palm Beach

A lively beach lined with shops, bars, and watersports centers. Calm waters make it great for swimming, sailing, or snorkeling. A perfect spot for social beachgoers and families alike.

• Ideal for: Water sports, people-watching, nightlife

• Facilities: Bars, restaurants, hotels

• Location: West Coast

• Access: Car, taxi, bus

3. Manchebo Beach

Aruba’s widest beach with expansive sands and stunning sunsets. Located in the low-rise hotel area, this beach is perfect for a peaceful retreat or a romantic walk.

• Ideal for: Relaxation, adventure seekers

• Facilities: Refreshments, dining, restrooms

• Location: West Coast

• Access: Car, taxi, bus

4. Baby Beach

A tranquil, family-friendly lagoon with shallow waters and white sand. Ideal for snorkeling and enjoying local weekend BBQs.

• Ideal for: Families, snorkeling, picnics

• Facilities: Rentals, restaurants, shelters

• Location: South Coast

• Access: Car, taxi

5. Arashi Beach

Close to the California Lighthouse, Arashi is a calm beach perfect for snorkeling and sunbathing. Relax under a palapa and watch pelicans dive into the water.

• Ideal for: Snorkelers, nature watchers

• Facilities: Refreshments, restrooms

• Location: Northwest Coast

• Access: Car, taxi, bus

6. Rodgers Beach

This quiet, lesser-known beach near Baby Beach has soft white sands and calm turquoise waters—perfect for a serene escape.

• Ideal for: Sunbathing, swimming, relaxing

• Facilities: Parking

• Location: South Coast

• Access: Car, taxi

7. Boca Catalina

A small cove on the northwest coast, known for clear waters and vibrant marine life. Great for snorkeling and often a stop for catamaran cruises.

• Ideal for: Snorkeling, swimming

• Facilities: Parking

• Location: Northwest Coast

• Access: Car, taxi, bus, tours

8. Hadicurari Beach (Fisherman’s Huts)

A hotspot for windsurfing and kitesurfing. Home to the annual Aruba Hi-Winds World Challenge. Action-packed and ideal for sports lovers.

• Ideal for: Windsurfing, kitesurfing

• Facilities: Parking, shelters

• Location: West Coast

• Access: Car, taxi, bus

9. Mangel Halto

A hidden gem with mangroves, coral reefs, and shallow snorkeling areas. Kayak along the coast or dive into a vibrant marine world.

• Ideal for: Snorkeling, kayaking, diving

• Facilities: Parking, shelters

• Location: Southeast Coast

• Access: Car, taxi, bus, tours

10. Tres Trapi

This small cove with natural rock-carved steps is perfect for early morning snorkeling. Look out for starfish and even sea turtles.

• Ideal for: Snorkelers, underwater explorers

• Facilities: Parking

• Location: Northwest Coast

• Access: Car, taxi, bus, tours