Eagle Beach, Aruba: A Practical Guide for Your Beach Day

Eagle Beach is the one you've probably already seen: white sand, turquoise water and a pair of wind-bent trees leaning toward the sea. Here's what to know before you spend a day there.

Why everyone talks about Eagle Beach

In Tripadvisor's 2025 Travelers' Choice Best of the Best awards, Eagle Beach was named the No. 1 beach in the Caribbean and No. 3 in the world. Those awards are based on a year of traveler reviews. In the 2026 edition it was again ranked No. 1 in the Caribbean.

The fofoti trees

Eagle Beach has two of Aruba's most photographed fofoti trees. Their silhouette has appeared in the island's advertising for years. The most famous one is now protected, so take your photos without climbing or leaning on it. Early morning is the quietest time, with fewer people in the frame.

The widest sand on the island

Eagle Beach is known as the widest sandy beach in Aruba. On a busy day, walk a little further along and you'll usually find more space.

Getting there

Eagle Beach is on the west coast, a short drive from Oranjestad. Aruba.com lists ample parking, public transport and places to eat and drink at the beach. Low-rise hotels sit along the road across from the sand.

Turtle season

Most of Aruba's sea turtle nests are on Eagle Beach, and four species nest on the island. In season, some stretches may be marked off or closed. Keep clear of marked nests and keep lights off the beach at night. Our turtle season guide has the details.

What to bring

• Reef-safe sunscreen and a hat: the sun is strong all year.
• Water, more than you think you'll need.
• A light cover-up for the walk back.
• Your phone for the fofoti trees, and a dry bag for it.

Shade without the early start

Book an umbrella and two chairs at Eagle Beach and they'll be standing when you arrive at 9:00 AM. A set is $100 per day + 20% taxes and service fee ($120 total). See Eagle Beach sets, or add a snorkel day at Arashi: calm water and snorkeling from the sand at the island's northwestern tip, same set, same price.

For more beaches, read our guide to Aruba's beaches.

Source: Visit Aruba: Eagle Beach wins three 2025 Tripadvisor awards, Government of Aruba: Tripadvisor top 3 beaches, Travel4News: Eagle Beach No. 1 in the Caribbean, 2026, Aruba.com: Eagle Beach, visitaruba.com: Eagle Beach, Boardwalk Aruba: Morning beach walk on Eagle Beach, Aruba.com UK: Eagle Beach, Lonely Planet: Aruba's best beaches. Conditions change, so check on the day.