We had a fun day in Aruba today. After picking up the Jeep, we drove south to Mangel Halto beach where we snorkeled. We didn't see a lot of fish but there were some rainbow parrot fish (we left our cameras locked in the car, so we don't have any pictures here).
From there, we drove to Baby Beach. We were going to just take pictures but it was really crowded and difficult to find parking, so we just did a drive by.
And then explored some dirt roads past the beach.
We enjoyed seeing desert plants that were different from what we have at home.
Our next stop was at the Seroe Colorado Natural Bridge.
There was about a 5-10 minute walk from the parking lot but the view was worth it. It was amazing how many people pulled into the parking lot then left when you couldn't see it from where you parked
Steve needed to show off and walk across it.
Next, we drove to Arikok National Park. Our first stop was Quadirikiri Cave, where we spent some time exploring the cave.
Next, we went to Fontein cave.
The cave was smaller and the bat smell was heavy, so we didn't spend much time there.
From there, we continued to drive along the ungraded dirt road along the coast watching for goats
visiting sand dunes,
other beaches,
and a sea arch.
After a lunch stop
we went to the Bushiribana Ruins
then continued to follow the coast to the California Lighthouse, which was closed for renovations.
So Steve found another hill he could play on.
We planned to snorkel at Boca Catalina, but it was getting late and parking was difficult. Instead, we drove south and just looked at the various beaches.
We stopped at Eagle Beach long enough to dip our toes in the sand/water
then returned the Jeep and headed back to the ship for a late dinner.
