Malmok Beach
Malmok Beach
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Known for ideal snorkeling and scuba diving, the water at this beach is so clear that even snorkelers can make out the 400-foot SS Antilla shipwreck from the surface.
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Kelly V
Charlton, NY307 contributions
Apr 2022 • Family
Whenever we go the Caribbean - snorkeling is our thing to do with family. It’s a great way to explore the reefs. This is located near Boca Catalina and Atashi beach. There were a couple of sandy areas to enter the water, but if you have water shoes wear them, but not necessary. We brought our own gear and had two pool noodles, for 4 of us, I like to have them , although my 13 year old boys did not use them. The water is calm. This is an area where all the excursions go to snorkel, much cheaper to go on your own. There is a roped off section where boats are unable to go. Definitely worth going for an hour or more and next to it is Boca Catalina which is even better.
Written April 26, 2022
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Dona
New York City, NY7 contributions
Apr 2021
We walked from our hotel to Malmok beach and it took approximately 30 minutes to go and 30 minutes to come back. We really enjoyed our walk.
It has a sidewalk on the street after the Ritz Carlton hotel and a lot of people were there walking and running. Take some water to not get thirsty!
It has a sidewalk on the street after the Ritz Carlton hotel and a lot of people were there walking and running. Take some water to not get thirsty!
Written April 1, 2021
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Patricia V
Colorado Springs, CO180 contributions
Feb 2022
We were a short walk to Malmok Beach from our AirBnB. We chose to snorkel at a cove that's bounded by a rope to keep the boats away. I believe it's called "Greenberg's Cove" on Google Maps. The snorkeling was the best I experienced on the island, and the best I'd experienced in the 7-8 places I've snorkeled in my life (including Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii!).
We saw a young sea turtle and a couple tuna. Be sure to explore the "center" of the roped off area, where thousands of fish in schools seem to take their naps.
We saw a young sea turtle and a couple tuna. Be sure to explore the "center" of the roped off area, where thousands of fish in schools seem to take their naps.
Written February 13, 2022
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Suzanne W
Haddonfield, NJ27 contributions
Jan 2020
We tried to snorkel at this beach with a private tour guide. I have been to Mexico and DR, and had good snorkeling experiences at both, but the waters are calmer and the winds are lower, and it's easier to snorkel. I am a beginner, and not at all experienced. But I don't want to miss out on any experiences, so I tried it at Malmok beach (where the ladder is). If you go, TAKE SHOES of some kind, water shoes or sandals, it is rocky and the rocks KILL your feet. No joke. My son (20) went with me, and I'm 56, and I'm not a sissy, but I tried it. I think the tour guide should have told me to wear shoes, but I had to come back in and put my shoes on. The waters in Aruba push you around, and the wind is strong, which makes snorkeling harder, in my opinion. I did not see any fish at all, and I more struggled than anything. The water was warm though and beautiful. Maybe it was just the time we went, but the snorkeling was disappointing at best. Spend your money more focused on other tours, not just snorkeling, unless you are a strong swimmer and can handle the rough waters, even with a life vest it was choppy.
Written January 18, 2020
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green4eva
Rosetown, Canada532 contributions
Feb 2020
This was one of the best spots we found to snorkel...saw starfish, a variety of fish and one time, 5 turtles all together on the bottom of the ocean not too far out from the beach. There is only a small beach area to enter into the water here meaning the water is clearer here.
Written February 24, 2020
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Marco van der Roest
North Holland Province, The Netherlands122 contributions
Sep 2021
Snorkeling at the Baboo wreck is a wonderful thing to do. It is shallow so also for the lesser snorkelers a nice exercise and beautiful clear water with many fish and the occasional pelican. The first 50 meters walk over some rocky stones.
Written September 15, 2021
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dmlaitner
Moorestown, NJ70 contributions
Mar 2021 • Couples
We stayed at a vrbo right across the street. Had no idea how lucky we were til we arrived. Could walk across the street and snorkel, fish or swim. And watch a beautiful sunset every night!
Written March 7, 2021
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LI Travels
Long Island, NY136 contributions
Dec 2019
Title says it all. A local beach that welcomes visitors. The water is absolutely beautiful. It's a great place to go kayaking or just going in for a dip. You can also lay out here, but it's more of a beach to go in the water and enjoy!
Written January 16, 2020
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diana n
19 contributions
Jun 2021
I loved staying here. Easy access to the beach and the pools were super clean. Casino, gym, restaurants, bar, right across from the super food store. A couple neat little shops. Definitely will stay again
Written July 18, 2021
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darstar1
columbus, OH92 contributions
Jul 2021
I visited a lot of beaches during my stay. This ended up being my favorite. Expansive. Not too windy. Not too crowded. Relatively calm water. The only issue is that public access is not immediately obvious, but you can walk through the resort buildings to access the beach. Just don't use their' furnishings.
Written July 29, 2021
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Jim F
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Taxis in Aruba expensive?
457richardw
Glasgow, UK20 contributions
No taxis are not expensive but do arrange the cost before getting in so its then a set price rather than meter
hectorh60
Goshen, NY
I am visiting Aruba next week 9/25 to 10/1/16 and was told there is a good bonefish flat not far from my hotel the marriotte surf club. I was wondering exactly where it is I should go. I will be doing unguided fly fishing for bonefish or any other fish that will take a fly. I heard the flat is near the Ritz hotel.
Abejo
Philadelphia534 contributions
I am not into fishing but I stayed at the Ritz and did run along the coast all the way to the California Lighthouse. I saw people fishing along Hadicurari and Malmok Beach. It is about 1 to 1.5 miles north of the Ritz. If you drive, plenty of parking along the road and the beach. Seems to be a lot of locals between these beaches so you may get better first-hand information. Have fun!
Alicelauraotano
New York City, NY187 contributions
How far away is this beach from the Holiday Inn Resort? Can you rent snorkels from here or do you have to bring your own?
ilovearuba63
Etten-Leur, The Netherlands22 contributions
Always have your own snorkels with you. You will have much more fun on the island cause there are at least 20 other snorkel spots where you just walk in the water from shore. And it is 5 minutes away from holiday inn by car. 15 min by foot.
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