Plenty of sunshine, pristine shorelines, amazing waves, and an inviting lack of hurricanes make fall a fantastic time to travel to the island of Aruba. Visitors with interests of all kinds will find reasons to return to the island time and again, but a fall journey this way gives you even more to look forward to! When you’re excited to turn your fall travel plans into a reality, the following guide to an Aruba getaway in the fall is a great place to start to make more of every single moment.
Day 1 – Immerse Yourself in the Beauty of Arikok National Park
Many visitors to Aruba are surprised to learn that nearly 20% of the island is made up of space dedicated to Arikok National Park. If you happen to be someone with a passion for the great outdoors, this is the perfect place to set your sights when you head to Aruba in the fall. Here, you’ll enjoy easy access to rugged desert landscapes, that can be explored on foot, by ATV on horseback, or as a participant on a Jeep safari. Fall travelers who are looking to get a closer eye on local flora will adore the fact that this National Park is packed with cacti and eye-catching native flowers like plumeria. When you want to infuse a bit of adventure into the experience, make sure to take time to explore the park’s many natural bridges, caves, pools, and even historic gold mines. Wildlife lovers will be thrilled by the many species of animals that call this area home. A trip this way in the fall is worth having your binoculars ready for as the park is home to owls, lizards, rattlesnakes, and more.
Day 2 – Snorkel Your Way to Fall Fun
Calm waters typically define a Aruba in the fall, making this the perfect time of year to enjoy snorkeling adventures. Local destinations like Boca Catalina Beach, or Malmok Beach are often at the top of traveler lists when it comes to delightful destinations to jump into the water and observe marine life from above. If you’re looking for a more unique way to enjoy snorkeling in Aruba, consider booking your place on a Seabob excursion. This underwater scooter can take you down more than 130 feet below the waves, and give you options to travel up to speeds of nearly 10 miles per hour. It’s a decidedly fun way to admire tropical fish, or simply enjoy the water at a new pace alongside sea turtles.
Day 3 – Try Casting a Line on Your Aruba Getaway
The waters that surround Aruba are teeming with a variety of fish species to discover. If you happen to be an avid angler, fall is the perfect time of year to cast a line on a deep-sea fishing adventure. The team over at Adventure Sports Aruba is just one example of many local outfitters willing to help guests set up customized outings on the water. Half- and full-day outings are available for those who are looking to see what’s biting in the deep blue sea. A typical excursion will give you a good chance of reeling in everything from kingfish and tuna to wahoo, grouper, and barracuda alike. Making this experience even more convenient is the fact that most of the time, everything you need to enjoy a safe and successful day in the water is already included in the cost of the charter.
Day 4 – Set Aside Time to Paddle Your Way Through a Peaceful Fall Day
Slowing things down and giving yourself an opportunity to admire the fall aesthetic across the island is a breeze when you book a mangrove and eco-tour through the Aruba Surf & Paddle School while you’re here. An outing of this type takes you along secluded canal-lined mangroves on the south side of the island where you’ll be far from people, homes, and vehicles. The peaceful surroundings are enhanced with wildlife-watching opportunities as the area is rich in iguanas, birds, and fish.
Day 5 – Explore Palm Beach with Ease
One of the greatest benefits of an Aruba getaway in the fall is that you’ll miss out on the impressive crowds that define this destination in the summer and winter seasons. That means more room to enjoy the most popular beaches and when you can’t wait to dig your toes into the sand, this is a prime time of year to head over to Palm Beach. Start up a round of sand volleyball, build a sandcastle with the kids, enjoy shelling or work on your tan when you have more room to roam this popular and picturesque stretch of shoreline in the fall.
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