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5 days in Aruba

Outside the hurricane belt, with white beaches, flamingos and steady trade winds.

Best time
Dec – Apr
Ideal length
5 days
A day, mid-range
$350 per person
Trip for two
about $3,500

Planning a 5-day trip to Aruba? Here's a day-by-day Aruba itinerary with what it costs, where to stay and how to get there, ready to follow or make your own.

Why go now

Aruba is dry and sunny all year and sits below the hurricane belt, so winter is a safe bet for Caribbean sun.

Aruba is a Dutch Caribbean island with near-perfect weather, calm turquoise water and a friendly, multilingual culture.

  1. Jan: a good time to go
  2. Feb: a good time to go
  3. Mar: a good time to go
  4. Apr: a good time to go
  5. May
  6. Jun
  7. Jul
  8. Aug
  9. Sep
  10. Oct
  11. Nov
  12. Dec: a good time to go

Year round: 26–31°C, dry and breezy.

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Don't miss

Best things to do in Aruba

  • 01

    Eagle Beach

    One of the world's best beaches, with fofoti trees.

  • 02

    Flamingo Beach

    Pink flamingos on a private island.

  • 03

    Arikok National Park

    Desert landscapes and the Natural Pool.

  • 04

    Oranjestad

    Dutch colonial colours.

Day by day

Aruba itinerary for 5 days

  1. D1

    Day 1: Eagle Beach

    Morning
    Arrive and check in to a hotel on Eagle or Palm Beach.
    Afternoon
    Spend the afternoon on Eagle Beach under its famous windswept fofoti trees.
    Evening
    Sunset dinner on the sand.

    The steady trade winds keep it comfortable even at midday.

  2. D2

    Day 2: Arikok National Park

    Morning
    Take a 4x4 tour into Arikok National Park's desert of cacti and rock formations.
    Afternoon
    Swim in the Natural Pool (Conchi), a volcanic rock pool by crashing waves.
    Evening
    Rest and dinner.

    Wear water shoes for the rocks.

  3. D3

    Day 3: Flamingos and Oranjestad

    Morning
    Day pass to Renaissance Island to see flamingos on Flamingo Beach.
    Afternoon
    Walk Oranjestad's pastel Dutch colonial streets.
    Evening
    Dinner of keshi yena.

    Flamingo Beach passes sell out; book early.

  4. D4

    Day 4: Shipwreck snorkel

    Morning
    Catamaran trip to snorkel the Antilla shipwreck, one of the largest in the Caribbean.
    Afternoon
    Afternoon on Palm Beach.
    Evening
    Sunset cocktails.

    Use reef-safe sunscreen.

  5. D5

    Day 5: Home

    Morning
    A final swim.
    Afternoon
    Lunch.
    Evening
    Fly home.

    US travellers clear US customs in Aruba before departure.

Want it hour by hour?GoRoam plans every stop with times, maps, costs and bookings for your dates.

Shorter or longer

Aruba in 4, 5 or 7 days

4 days in Aruba

Follow days 1 to 4 above and leave out “Home”. Start early each day and book the main sights ahead.

7 days in Aruba

Slow down with a free day for a spa, a cooking class or simply wandering, then add 1 day in St Lucia.

What it costs

Aruba trip budget

StylePer person, a day5 days for two
Budget$180$1,800
Mid-range$350$3,500
Luxury$800+$8,000

Stay, food, local transport and entry fees; travel to Aruba is extra. Rough guides from recent prices, so check before you book.

Where to stay

Best hotels in Aruba for every budget

  • Budget

    Apartments in Noord

    Noord

    Near Palm Beach.

    from $150 /night

    Prices
  • Mid-range

    Resorts on Palm Beach

    Palm Beach

    High-rise beachfront.

    from $350 /night

    Prices
  • Luxury

    Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort

    Eagle Beach

    Adults-only, on Eagle Beach.

    from $700 /night

    Prices

What to eat

Food to try in Aruba

  • Keshi yena

    Baked cheese stuffed with spiced meat.

  • Pastechi

    Fried pastries.

  • Fresh catch

    With Creole sauce.

Getting there

How to reach Aruba

Travel
Queen Beatrix airport has direct flights from the US East Coast.
Getting around
Rent a car; buses link the beaches.
  • Flamingo Beach requires a Renaissance hotel day pass.
  • Rent a 4x4 for Arikok.

Before you go

What to pack for Aruba

  • Power bank and charging cables
  • Passport and visa printouts
  • Sunscreen and sunglasses
  • Swimwear and flip-flops
  • A forex card or some local cash
  • Travel insurance

Good questions

Aruba trip FAQs

How many days are enough for Aruba?

5 days are enough to see the highlights: Eagle Beach, Flamingo Beach, Arikok National Park. Add a day or two if you like a slower pace.

How much does a 5-day Aruba trip cost?

Roughly $180 a day per person on a budget, $350 mid-range and $800+ for luxury, not counting travel to get there. For two people mid-range, that's about $3,500 for 5 days.

What is the best time to visit Aruba?

Dec – Apr. Aruba is dry and sunny all year and sits below the hurricane belt, so winter is a safe bet for Caribbean sun.

Where should I stay in Aruba?

Budget: Apartments in Noord (Noord), from about $150 a night. Mid-range: Resorts on Palm Beach (Palm Beach), from about $350 a night. Luxury: Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort (Eagle Beach), from about $700 a night.

How do I reach Aruba?

Queen Beatrix airport has direct flights from the US East Coast.

Is 4 days enough for Aruba?

Yes, if you focus: follow days 1 to 4 of the itinerary above and skip "Home". 5 days is the comfortable length.

What is the weather like in Aruba?

Year round: 26–31°C, dry and breezy.

What food should I try in Aruba?

Keshi yena: Baked cheese stuffed with spiced meat. Pastechi: Fried pastries. Fresh catch: With Creole sauce.

How do I get around Aruba?

Rent a car; buses link the beaches.

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