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, NY447 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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green4eva
Rosetown, Canada527 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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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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Patricia V
Colorado Springs, CO172 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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tni
Yorktown, VA333 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
As with most of Aruba, the water is beautiful. Malmok is a lot more rockier than others. Definitely bring water shoes! We visited this beach from shore, and from a catamaran for snorkeling.
The snorkeling from the boat was great! It’s are usually windy here so if the guides say wear the flippers, wear the flippers! I took one off as I was stepping onto the boat, and I immediately started drifting away because of the wind.
Have fun! Be safe!
The snorkeling from the boat was great! It’s are usually windy here so if the guides say wear the flippers, wear the flippers! I took one off as I was stepping onto the boat, and I immediately started drifting away because of the wind.
Have fun! Be safe!
Written April 6, 2023
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Stanley P
Blairsville, PA3 contributions
Jun 2023 • Family
Malmok Beach is our favorite snorkeling destination in Aruba. This was our 4th trip to Aruba and we have gone to Malmok every time. It has never been crowded and there are a handful of palapas available. There are tons of fish and many varieties to see while snorkeling. I even saw an eel this time around. The water in this area isn’t very deep at first, but does drop off quickly in some areas. The area is rocky, so I recommend swim shoes in the water. The best part of this beach is that it is free!
Written July 9, 2023
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Carla v
Weert, The Netherlands87 contributions
Jan 2025 • Couples
Lots to see underwater. Nice snorkeling spot.
You might as well go here yourself. There will also be groups. We have also seen turtles eating on the bottom a little deeper just behind the line.
You might as well go here yourself. There will also be groups. We have also seen turtles eating on the bottom a little deeper just behind the line.
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Written January 11, 2025
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Marco van der Roest
North Holland Province, The Netherlands171 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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LI Travels
Long Island, NY127 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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No taxis are not expensive but do arrange the cost before getting in so its then a set price rather than meter
Written February 25, 2020
hectorh60
Goshen, New York
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.
Written September 21, 2016
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!
Written September 21, 2016
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?
Written December 23, 2015
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.
Written December 24, 2015
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