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Beaches · Malmok
Hadicurari Beach
Aruba’s windsurf and kitesurf spot at the north end of Palm Beach, next to the old fishermen’s huts.
WaterWindyBest for wind sports
Best timeEarly morningQuiet and peaceful
FacilitiesFewBars on Palm Beach next door
ParkingClose byNext to the beach
About Hadicurari Beach
Once home to Aruba’s fishermen, this rocky strip is now known as the island’s Mecca for windsurfing. Every year, Hadicurari hosts the Aruba Hi-Winds world challenge, while every day, you can watch brilliantly colored sails and surfboards dance along the waves. Pebbles and shells fleck the waters edge of a white sandy beach known throughout the Caribbean for its action and excitement.
Before you go
Good to know
Windy: the place for windsurfing and kitesurfing
Quiet early in the morning
Palm Beach bars and coffee within walking distance
Parking close to the beach
Pebbles and shells at the water’s edge
Plan your visit
How to get to Hadicurari Beach
Getting there
On foot: walk north along Palm Beach to the fishermen’s huts.
By car: a few minutes from the Palm Beach hotels. Parking is close to the beach.
By bus: Arubus buses stop nearby.
LocationHadicurari Beach, Malmok
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Hadicurari Beach
What is Hadicurari Beach known for?
Windsurfing and kitesurfing. The beach hosts the yearly Aruba Hi Winds event.
Can you swim at Hadicurari Beach?
Yes, but it is windy and you share the water with surfers. Palm Beach next door is calmer.
Where is Hadicurari Beach?
At the north end of Palm Beach, next to the old fishermen’s huts.
When is the best time to visit?
Early in the morning for a quiet visit, or any time to watch the surfers.
Nearby
More to see around Hadicurari Beach
19 min walk north
Malmok Beach
A quiet, rocky shoreline north of Palm Beach, known for snorkeling and boats anchored offshore.
5 min drive south
Palm Beach
Aruba’s lively hotel beach, with bars, water sports and boat tours leaving right from the sand.
5 min drive north
Boca Catalina
A calm, sheltered cove between Malmok and Arashi Beach, with snorkeling straight from the shore.
5 min drive north
Tres Trapi
Three stone steps into clear water on the northwest coast, one of the best spots in Aruba to see sea turtles.
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