Aruba Car Rental Tips
California Lighthouse is one of the attractions that car renters can visit. Credit: Wikimedia Creative Commons license |
An Aruba car rental allows visitors to discover some of the world’s most beautiful beaches and tourist attractions unique to this “happy island” destination.
An abundant selection of car rental companies is located mainly at the Queen Beatrix International Airport near the popular capital city of Oranjestad.
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Only about 21 miles long, this island has a land mass of 69 square miles, much of it taken up by Arikok National Park, which has few roads. It means anyone renting a car won’t have much of the island to explore, which they can easily do in one afternoon.
A car rental is more useful for traveling among the shops, restaurants and hotels that line Oranjestad, Palm Beach and Eagle Beach.
Renting a car or jeep gives the visitor the capability to investigate the many hidden treasures created by nature. They include the caves in the Arikok National Park, the Natural Pond and the Ayo Rock Formations near Ayo Village, which is about two miles from the now collapsed Natural Bridge that still attracts many visitors to this day.
These points of interest can generally only be accessed by jeep or 4 wheel drive car, due to the bumpy, rocky terrain, away from the soft sands of the beaches, the shopping areas and hotel districts.
Spending a day at the California Lighthouse, The Butterfly Farm in Palm Beach, or the Ostrich Farm can add memorable experiences to stay with you long after the suntan fades.
It is worth noting that most of the attractions of Aruba lie along the east coast within a short distance of each other. Aruba has a convenient public transportation system, so visitors may use it instead.
Still, renting a car, even if just for a few days, will only enhance the ability to appreciate everything Aruba has to offer.