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Saturday 23 November 2024

Surf’s Up: Favorite places to catch waves in Aruba

San Nicolas, a trip to Boca
To go to Andicuri, you will Grandi can easily turn into
need a 4x4 vehicle and an all-day trip to this area
drive from the ex-Natural of the island. With a beauti-
Bridge Center. Alternative- ful beach (although it is not
ly, you can make it an ad- allowed to swim here, be-
venture by going on a hike! cause of strong currents),
The scenery is unique and you can enjoy a relaxing
beautiful on its own. time combing the beach
for driftwood, coral, and
Reaching Andicuri Beach little crabs and snails.
can be an adventure in it-
self, as it can be difficult to Hadicurari
find and is only accessible Known locally as Fisher-
by 4x4 vehicle or walking man’s Hut, here is where
from the ex-Natural Bridge you will find most of the
center, but the impressive action for surfers in Aruba.
scenery makes it all worth- With a variety of surf shops
while! and schools in this area,
you will find it easy to get
Arashi in on the action. Hadicurari
Arashi, a beach located is also the site of the Aruba
close to the California Hi Winds World Challenge,
ORANJESTAD – Whether fect for wind and kite surf- Lighthouse, is a good spot which takes place usually
you are a salt-seasoned ing. You will surely notice With that said, here are for learning and having in June/July, and it is the
surfer looking for a thrill, or kites in the air as you drive Aruba’s favorite surf spots! fun – if you’re lucky! The largest windsurfing compe-
just looking to wet your toes around the wilder, rougher waves at Arashi are usually tition in the Caribbean!
in a little ocean adventure, areas on Aruba’s east side. Andicuri calm, but with just the right
Aruba has amazing places Andicuri is recognized as weather, a swell forms at- Malmok
to learn and practice surf- There are plenty of surf shop the best place for body tracting all the local surfers If you’re a beginner, this is
ing! Although more known rentals to help you with your boarding. Because of the to the area. your spot. There are also
for the calmer waters of gear, and there are also a rough waves, this beach is various shops to rent gear
Palm Beach, Eagle Beach lot of tutors if you’re looking better suited for those with Boca Grandi and receive lessons, facili-
and Mangel Halto, Aru- to try for the first time and more experience in surfing. Boca Grandi is at the most tating learning and just try-
ba also has some special need a little help. These However, the beach with southern spot in Aruba, and ing out a new experience.
places to thrill your senses. can be found around the two bluffs – one on each is a popular spot with expe- The beach is also popular
island, and will surely come side – is worth a visit, if only rienced surfers. Close to the for paddleboarding and
Because of strong winds in hand if you’re wanting to to watch the exciting show famous Red Anchor and other watersport activi-
and breezes, Aruba is per- try a new experience! presented by the surfers. our beloved Sunrise City – tiesq