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LOCAL Tuesday 13 May 2025

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

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

Reaching Andicuri Beach
can be an adventure in it-
self, as it can be difficult to
find and is only accessible
by 4x4 vehicle or walking
from the ex-Natural Bridge
center, but the impressive
scenery makes it all worth-
while!