ARUBA WHAT TO DO Visit Arikok National Park Arikok National Park is located on the wild eastern side of the island, with a vastly different coastline than the whitesand beaches of the west coast. This stunning national park comprises almost 20% of the island. When exploring the Park, you’ll discover a rugged terrain, a breathtaking coastline, and desert-like hills filled with cacti. Here you will also find two of Aruba's most exciting sites, the Quadirikiri and Fontein caves. While Fontein Cave is exceptional for its broad collection of ancient Indian paintings, Quadirikiri provides wonderful opportunities for unique photos thanks to its two chambers that allow filtered sunlight to enter. Travel along the 100-foot tunnel if you are adventurous but do it peacefully; hundreds of (harmless) bats make their home here. The Natural Bridge Years of pounding waves carved amazing natural formations out of the coral limestone along Aruba's wild northern coastline. The first and most popular natural bridge was 25 feet high and 100 feet long, attracting and inspiring a multitude of sightseers from all over the world. Although it collapsed in 2005, this is still an all-time favourite spot for many visitors, especially because of the newest member of one of nature's miracles nearby: the Baby Bridge. Did we mention the beaches Visitors flock to the beaches of Aruba for good reason; they are gorgeous! If you are looking for calm turquoise waters and beautiful, soft ivory sand, then Aruba is perfect for you. Aruba is home to some of the Caribbean’s most beautiful beaches; you don’t want to miss Eagle Beach. This slice of paradise is known as one of the best beaches in the world. Eagle Beach has pristine white sands right next to iconic Fofoti trees. If you’re looking for a bit more seclusion, check out Arashi Beach, Flamingo Beach, Baby Beach, Palm Beach, or Boca Keto. Ayo rock formations Ayo Rock Formations is located to the northeast of Hooiberg and just a couple of minutes away from Aruba's Donkey Sanctuary and Casibari, another popular but more crowded spot to explore the island's unique collection of massive diorite boulders. What makes Ayo a unique location is the tranquillity of its surroundings, which creates a sense of awe and an understanding of why the area was once considered a sacred site by the island's original inhabitants. This natural preserve features some of the oldest Indian drawings, and modern pathways have been constructed in order to help visitors better explore this ancient site while strolling through towering rocks and Aruba's unique variety of flora and fauna. Amazing Destinations 51
52 Publizr Home