Flamingo Beach in Aruba has become a viral sensation on the internet thanks to the beautiful inhabitants, pink flamingos! Did you know that Aruba’s most famous beach is actually located on a private island?
Flamingo Beach in Aruba is located on Renaissance Island. Best of all, it’s FREE for guests of Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort. In fact, being a guest of this resort is the only way to guarantee your visit to Flamingo Beach in Aruba.
There is so much more to this private island than the Flamingo sightings, so read on for everything you need to know before you visit.
How to get to Flamingo Beach Aruba
You can only visit Flamingo Beach Aruba for FREE if you are a guest at the Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort. The island is only accessible by boat, and boats run every 15 minutes from two different access points at the Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort.
If you are not a guest of the Renaissance Wind Creek, you can buy Island Day Passes here. Day passes are VERY hard to get and sell out almost immediately. They are sold in advance and become available every Saturday at 9 a.m. for the upcoming Monday through Sunday. We suggest staying at the Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort to avoid disappointment and ensure access to the island. It’s a really beautiful resort!
Things to do at Flamingo Beach Aruba
- Spend the day on the beach (Flamingo Beach is adult’s only and Iguana Beach is family-friendly). Lounge chairs are free to use and always in abundance.
- Eat at one of the island’s three restaurants
- Go for a walk along the Renaissance Island Nature Trail
- Read a book or take a nap on one of the free hammocks
- Go paddleboarding or kayaking ($)
- Feed the flamingos! ($)
What to pack and practical tips for visiting Flamingo Beach Aruba
- For viral photos with the flamingos go out early in the morning or at sunset because during the day it’s too hot so the flamingos are less active and hide in the shade.
- Bring Aruba quarters for flamingo feed. The feeding machines only accept quarters!
- Pack reef safe sunscreen to keep the ocean clean and wildlife safe!
- Beach gear
- Sun hat and sunglasses
- Reusable water bottle
If you’ve already been to Aruba and want to check out another ABC island, check out Bonaire: Top 5 Best Beaches On This Unique Tropical Island.
Private Cabana Experience
At Flamingo Beach Aruba, you can rent Private Cabanas for an additional charge, and in our opinion these are totally worth the splurge! The cabana experience includes snorkel gear, towels, unlimited water and snacks, prosecco, a hammock, private shower, and a butler who will deliver food and drinks upon request. The cabanas fit 2 or 4 people (depending which you book), and there are private cabanas for rent at both Flamingo and Iguana beach. Since cabanas book up fast, we suggest booking in advance.
Stay at the Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
Staying at the Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort means free access to Flamingo Beach Aruba. But besides being home to Aruba’s most stunning private beaches, this resort has two hotel properties, an on-site casino, many incredible restaurants and the beautiful Spa Cove. If you’re travelling as a couple or with friends, stay at the newly renovated adults-only Renaissance Marina Hotel. Families can stay at the Renaissance Ocean Suites. Both resorts have a boat dock for quick water taxis to Flamingo Beach and Iguana Beach.
If you are travelling to Flamingo Beach Aruba, be sure to tag us @wellnesstravelled on Instagram so we can follow along on your Aruba adventures!
