One of the northernmost beaches on the island, Arashi Beach is a somewhat secluded spot popular with serious divers and sunbathers alike. Arashi is also ideal for those looking to swim and snorkel due to its soft sandy bottom and generally calm surf. Many visitors choose to stop here on their way to the nearby California Lighthouse, located at the northwestern tip of Aruba.
To serious divers, Arashi Beach is known as the final resting spot of the WWII German freighter, Antilla. The ship has settled close to shore and is even visible above the surface at times. Another treasure found underwater here is elkhorn coral, which makes up a significant part of the reef and is a favorite of snorkelers.
Latest Reviews
Review by Gregory B, April 2013
Doing what: Discover Aruba Half-Day Tour
Great informative tour. The guide was knowledgeable and entertaining. Don't make any plans for early evening! This "half-day" tour ran until 5 PM. Not complaining! It was great!
Review by Luuk G, March 2013
Doing what: Discover Aruba Half-Day Tour
Great tour showing the most you can expect from an Island in the limited amount of hours on shore. Stops were interesting, lunch was superb and the beach is suitable for all ages. Our guide, Johan - Johan bedankt !! - was really great and very informative !
There was a little mix up about our pick up time and location, but this was solved easily and we were greated with a huge grin ! Great day !!
Review by Daniel C, July 2012
Doing what: Aruba Palm Pleasure Snorkel Adventure
Great time! no complaints here one of the best times on the isaland.. the captain and crew were super and the open bar made it for a great time! We had such a great time we returned for more over the weekend..




