A local’s take
We did this one with the same guided group booked through Sattva. From the lookout you can look out to the ocean, then turn around and see most of the island. Walking back at sunset was the highlight.
The route
The trail starts near Jaburibari, at a small white stone marker, and winds through tall cactus and low thorny bush up into the hills. It is part of Aruba’s nature reserve, so the park fee applies.
Along the way you pass a fenced old mine shaft and a few stone benches where you can rest in the shade.
The view from Miralamar
At the lookout you see the ocean on one side and look inland over at least half of Aruba on the other, with hills and cactus as far as you can see.
How hard is it?
Easy. Plan on 1 to 2 hours. There is some gentle uphill and loose gravel, and the trail is only partly marked, so it’s easy to take a wrong turn on your own.
Local tips for the day
- Time it for sunset. The walk back at golden hour is beautiful.
- Go with a guide or a GPS track. The trail is only partly marked.
- Bring the park fee. The route is inside the nature reserve.
- Closed shoes and water. Loose gravel, thorns and cactus everywhere.
Go with a guide
A guided group hike is the easiest way to stay on the right path and hear the stories behind the place. Sattva lists local guided hikes you can book.
Want a guided hike in Arikok National Park instead? These two Natural Pool hikes are the ones our readers book on Viator:
- Sunrise Hike & Swim in the Natural Pool: small group, early morning start, swim at the pool.
- Private National Park Hike & Natural Pool Swim: a private guided hike through Arikok, just for your group.
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