Arikok National Park

Aruba, Netherlands

Why visit Arikok National Park?

Arikok National Park is a destination in the Netherlands, offering visitors a unique experience in this distinctive part of the country.

Arikok National Park

Arikok National Park Parke Nacional Arikok ) is a national park accounting for about 20% of

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How do you get there?

By Plane

The nearest airport serves Arikok National Park with connections from major hubs. Taxis and rental cars are available at the airport for the onward journey to the destination.

By Car / Road

Arikok National Park is accessible by road from other parts of the island. Taxis and rental cars are the primary means of reaching the destination.

The best way to get around Arikok National Park is by rental car, taxi, or bicycle. The area is compact enough to explore on foot, with many attractions within walking distance of each other.

What are the things to do?

  • A viewpoint from where you can see most of Aruba.
  • Home to the highest point on the island at 188 metres, slightly higher than Arikok Hilltop.
  • A limestone cave with brownish-red pictographs probably left behind by the Arawak tribe, as well as some more recent wall art made by early European settlers.
  • Another limestone cave, home to many bats. In a couple of places there are openings in the ceiling, making these caves fairly easy to explore without too much artificial lighting.
  • A beach where many turtles nest and has a small bar/cafe.

Has some relatively calm seas, it is possible to surf or bodyboard here. updated Feb 2022

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Where to eat?

Boca Prins Bar and Restaurant updated Feb 2022

Where to drink?

Beach bars and cocktail lounges are popular, serving tropical drinks and local beers. Happy hour is common at many establishments. Fresh fruit smoothies and local rum-based cocktails are widely available.

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Where to stay?

Unfortunately none.

What should you buy?

Souvenir shops and local boutiques offer gifts and local crafts. Duty-free shopping is available at the airport. Local markets provide fresh produce and artisanal goods.

Where to go next?

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