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Exploring East Aruba 🌅 | Natural Pool, Hooiberg Hike & Arikok National Park Adventure

Xtina and Sean
Xtina and Sean
🎫Tourist
👁️ 43 views📅 3 weeks ago⏱️ 22:42
What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

This is the east side of Aruba.

The east side of Ruba was not what we expected.

We've made it for this view. Oh my gosh, Sean.

The east of the island is very hard to navigate without a 4x4.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Rent a 4x4 or Jeep to properly explore the east side of Aruba.
Start the Hooiberg hike early to catch sunrise.
Book a tour or shuttle if you want to visit the natural pool without driving.
Visit the ostrich farm if traveling with kids.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Hike difficultyIt takes about 15 minutes for regular people, but take breaks if needed.
Navigating without a tourYou can choose your own adventure and aren't timed by guides.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs it possible to explore East Aruba without a 4x4?
QWhat are the best things to do in East Aruba?
QHow difficult is the Hooiberg hike?

Port Highlights

Aruba3 Happy Bacon
Top: Hooiberg Hike
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YouTube Video Description

We're in Aruba, this time on the East side of the island. Visiting everything from the famous narual pool, to the caves in Arikok National Park. Follow us: 📸 Instagram: @roamingtheworldwithyou ⏰ TikTok: @roamingtheworldwithyou 📍Aruba 🗓️ Filmed: March 2026 📅 Publish Date: 4/15/26 Our Travel Favorites: 📱DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - https://amzn.to/3XGiDxc 📸 Go Pro Hero 12 Black - https://amzn.to/3MIRbso 👝Travel Cable Organizer Pouch - https://amzn.to/4e0K2PU A Bit About Us: We are Sean and Christina from NYC. After getting married in 2022 we decided to take our passion for traveling together and intentionally explore as much as the world as possible. Subscribe to our channel to get notifications of our new videos as we explore the world! *Disclaimer: This video description contains affiliate links. This means if you click a link and decide to make a purchase, we will receive a commission at no extra cost to you" #aruba #vacation #2026travel