Aruba Island & Reefs Pictures

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Hike to this remote and rugged natural pool, where wild ocean waves crash into the volcanic rocks.

Ascend the stepped pathway up this mountain for a sensational outlook that extends as far as Venezuela on a clear day.

The oldest building on the island, this 18th-century Dutch fort once warded off attacks. Now, it contains a museum devoted to the island’s history.

Take shade under the palapa huts of this small yet uncrowded strip of sand, where there are snorkeling opportunities suitable for all skill levels.

Take shade under the palapa huts of this small yet uncrowded strip of sand, where there are snorkeling opportunities suitable for all skill levels.

Once a residence for a well-to-do local family, this impeccably restored landmark mansion now serves as a government building hosting civil wedding services.

Hike to this remote and rugged natural pool, where wild ocean waves crash into the volcanic rocks.

Marvel at the otherworldly appearance of these unusually shaped boulders, which were considered sacred by the Arawak Indians.

A popular cruise ship stop-off, Aruba’s brightly colored capital is filled with modern shops, upscale restaurants and colonial-era buildings.

A popular cruise ship stop-off, Aruba’s brightly colored capital is filled with modern shops, upscale restaurants and colonial-era buildings.

Hike to this remote and rugged natural pool, where wild ocean waves crash into the volcanic rocks.

Hike to this remote and rugged natural pool, where wild ocean waves crash into the volcanic rocks.

With its floury sands, swaying fronds and warm tropical waters, this beach is a picture of Caribbean perfection.

The oldest building on the island, this 18th-century Dutch fort once warded off attacks. Now, it contains a museum devoted to the island’s history.

Hike to this remote and rugged natural pool, where wild ocean waves crash into the volcanic rocks.

Encounter some of the world’s prettiest and most delicate creatures at this fascinating tropical garden.

Marvel at the otherworldly appearance of these unusually shaped boulders, which were considered sacred by the Arawak Indians.

Marvel at the otherworldly appearance of these unusually shaped boulders, which were considered sacred by the Arawak Indians.

Take shade under the palapa huts of this small yet uncrowded strip of sand, where there are snorkeling opportunities suitable for all skill levels.

Learn about the culture and customs of the indigenous inhabitants of Aruba through a series of intriguing archaeological exhibits.

A popular cruise ship stop-off, Aruba’s brightly colored capital is filled with modern shops, upscale restaurants and colonial-era buildings.

Hike to this remote and rugged natural pool, where wild ocean waves crash into the volcanic rocks.

A popular cruise ship stop-off, Aruba’s brightly colored capital is filled with modern shops, upscale restaurants and colonial-era buildings.

Hike to this remote and rugged natural pool, where wild ocean waves crash into the volcanic rocks.