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Off Site Activities
Sightseeing
Arikok Park
Encompassing approximately 20% of the island, this wilderness preserve offers 21 miles of marked hiking trails, showcasing many of the island's native plants and animals, as well as Mount Jamanota, Aruba's biggest hill.. A path from the national park parking lot leads to Cunucu Arikok, a restored farm at the foot of 500-foot Cero Arikok.. The park contains traces of nearly all the significant forces that have impacted on Aruba's history, including Arawak petroglyphs in the Fontein Cave, the remains of Dutch peasant settlements at Masiduri, plantation houses in the Prins Valley and the ruins of an old gold mining operation at Miralamar.
Encompassing approximately 20% of the island, this wilderness preserve offers 21 miles of marked hiking trails, showcasing many of the island's native plants and animals, as well as Mount Jamanota, Aruba's biggest hill.. A path from the national park parking lot leads to Cunucu Arikok, a restored farm at the foot of 500-foot Cero Arikok.. The park contains traces of nearly all the significant forces that have impacted on Aruba's history, including Arawak petroglyphs in the Fontein Cave, the remains of Dutch peasant settlements at Masiduri, plantation houses in the Prins Valley and the ruins of an old gold mining operation at Miralamar.
Bubali Bird Sanctuary
Two man-made lakes near the water treatment facility have become a nesting area for more than 80 species of migratory birds, including herons, egrets, gulls, skimmers, coots, cormorants, numerous species of ducks and more. An observation tower has been erected to allow birdwatchers to get a true birds' eye view.
Two man-made lakes near the water treatment facility have become a nesting area for more than 80 species of migratory birds, including herons, egrets, gulls, skimmers, coots, cormorants, numerous species of ducks and more. An observation tower has been erected to allow birdwatchers to get a true birds' eye view.
Butterfly Farm
Tour guides will lead you through this beautiful tropical garden teeming with butterflies from around the globe. The butterfly farm is a rare opportunity for photography and a sure delight for visitors of all ages.
Tour guides will lead you through this beautiful tropical garden teeming with butterflies from around the globe. The butterfly farm is a rare opportunity for photography and a sure delight for visitors of all ages.
Historic Gold Mines
In the 1400's and 1500's, adventurers traveled throughout the Caribbean in search of wealth and treasures. These ruins are an integral part in the development of Aruba. On the northern coast, midway down the island, are the Bushiribana Gold Mill Ruins, which once processed ore during the nineteenth century. The Balashi Gold Mill was built at the tip of the Spanish Lagoon, and remnants of this once bustling mill are still visible in the picturesque setting near the narrow canyon of rocks known as Frenchman’s Pass.
In the 1400's and 1500's, adventurers traveled throughout the Caribbean in search of wealth and treasures. These ruins are an integral part in the development of Aruba. On the northern coast, midway down the island, are the Bushiribana Gold Mill Ruins, which once processed ore during the nineteenth century. The Balashi Gold Mill was built at the tip of the Spanish Lagoon, and remnants of this once bustling mill are still visible in the picturesque setting near the narrow canyon of rocks known as Frenchman’s Pass.
Natural Bridge
The most famous of Aruba’s natural bridges loomed 25 feet above sea level, and was an awesome spectacle that existed for thousands of years. Early in September 2005 the bridge collapsed in just one evening, caused by the same wave action that originally carved out the limestone structure. Other natural bridges can still be viewed along the coast.
The most famous of Aruba’s natural bridges loomed 25 feet above sea level, and was an awesome spectacle that existed for thousands of years. Early in September 2005 the bridge collapsed in just one evening, caused by the same wave action that originally carved out the limestone structure. Other natural bridges can still be viewed along the coast.
Natural Pool
This “hidden treasure” features a calm and gentle pool created amidst the crashing surf pounding over the rocks on a deserted stretch of beach. Accessible only via horseback, foot or ATV, this oasis is a beautiful sight not to be missed.
This “hidden treasure” features a calm and gentle pool created amidst the crashing surf pounding over the rocks on a deserted stretch of beach. Accessible only via horseback, foot or ATV, this oasis is a beautiful sight not to be missed.
Caves
Discover the underground world of Aruba through its many natural caves. The Guadirikiri Cave is famous for its two chambers, naturally lit by the sunlight streaming through holes in the roof. The cave extends for about 100 feet, and in the darker portions nest hundreds of harmless bats. The Fontein Cave is the most popular of the caves, with drawings of Arawak Indians on the ceilings. The Huliba Cave, also known as the Tunnel of Love because of the heart shaped opening at its entrance, features a 300-foot-long passageway. Don’t forget your flashlights!
Discover the underground world of Aruba through its many natural caves. The Guadirikiri Cave is famous for its two chambers, naturally lit by the sunlight streaming through holes in the roof. The cave extends for about 100 feet, and in the darker portions nest hundreds of harmless bats. The Fontein Cave is the most popular of the caves, with drawings of Arawak Indians on the ceilings. The Huliba Cave, also known as the Tunnel of Love because of the heart shaped opening at its entrance, features a 300-foot-long passageway. Don’t forget your flashlights!
Fort Zoutman / Willem III Tower
Dating back to 1796, these are the oldest surviving examples of Dutch architecture on the island. Named in honor of the Dutch Rear Admiral who had outwitted a British convoy on the North Sea during the 4th British War, the tower is situated on what was then the shoreline and is armed with four cannons. In 1868, the Willem III Tower was added to the Fort. It housed Aruba's first public clock, and also served as a lighthouse. Government offices were housed in Fort Zoutman, with a police department and a prison making use of the building at other times. Today, this is the site of the Historical Museum, which is currently closed for renovation.