Set foot on Eagle Beach, named the #1 beach in the Caribbean and top-5 in the world in the 2026 Travellers' Choice Awards - a 1.8-mile sweep of powder-white coral sand and impossibly blue water. Photograph the wind-bent Fofoti trees, Aruba's most iconic natural landmark, then simply swim, walk and do nothing in spectacular surroundings. For a luxury beach day with zero crowds and zero markup, nothing on the island beats it.
What to expect
Eagle Beach is the wide, low-rise, uncrowded counterpart to busier Palm Beach - calm shallow water, soft sand, and room to breathe. The Fofoti trees sit across from Amsterdam Manor in the low-rise strip; arrive early for the classic shot without crowds. Beach bars and resort beach clubs along the strip handle loungers, drinks and lunch. Four sea-turtle species nest here, so respect marked nests.
Good to know
Only ~4.7 km / a 9-minute taxi from the cruise port, making it the lowest-risk option against all-aboard. Bring cash for the taxi and a beach club; agree the fare up front. Pair a morning at Eagle Beach with an afternoon catamaran sail if your port day is long. No pre-booking needed unless you want a reserved cabana.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Oranjestad — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in Oranjestad
- The Natural Pool (Conchi) & Indian Cave 4x4 Jeep Safari through Arikok National Park
- Antilla Shipwreck & Boca Catalina Catamaran Sail-and-Snorkel
- Coastal Horseback Ride to Wariruri Beach + Natural Pool Jeep Combo
- Sea Trek Underwater Helmet Walk & SNUBA at De Palm Island
- San Nicolas Street-Art Mural Walking Tour - Aruba's Sunrise City