Aruba beaches for swimming and a day by the sea

Four Aruba beaches offer calm swimming, shallow water, snorkeling and places to settle in by the shore.

These four beaches suit different kinds of days by the sea, from a shallow lagoon to a lively resort strip. Their descriptions highlight calm water for swimming, easy sand entry, snorkeling and shade along the shore.

1. Arashi Beach

   Beach, Noord

   Arashi Beach has an easy sand entry and calm, clear water, with fewer crowds than the resort beaches farther south. Snorkelers can follow the rocky point toward Boca Catalina.

2. Baby Beach

   Beach, San Nicolas

   Baby Beach is a half-moon lagoon with shallow, calm water that stays mostly waist-deep far out. Shade huts, refreshment stands and gear rentals are on the sand.

3. Eagle Beach

   Beach, Oranjestad

   Eagle Beach pairs calm turquoise water with a wide stretch of white sand, free parking and shade. Sea turtles nest along the shore between March and September.

4. Palm Beach

   Beach, Noord

   Palm Beach has calm, shallow water and a walkable promenade linking hotels, restaurants and beach bars. Water-sports operators offer activities including paddleboarding and parasailing.