Malmok Beach is a narrow sandy strip along the limestone coast of Malmok, in the north of Aruba, with shallow, clear Caribbean water that the tourism board calls among the calmest on the island (Aruba Tourism Authority, read 7 November 2026). It is known for snorkeling, with catamarans and sailboats making daytime stops just offshore.
Highlights
Snorkeling
A popular snorkeling spot; the nearby reefs and sunken wrecks also draw divers.
Clear-bottom kayaks
Kayaking is possible here; a photo caption on the tourism board page shows clear-bottom kayaks.
The Malmok road
Locals and visitors bike and hike along it, especially early in the morning and late in the afternoon.
Windsurfing
The area is associated with windsurfing, though the tourism board names no rental shop.
The Seabob tour
Seabob Aruba's turtle tour stops at Malmok, according to the tourism board, and costs $95 for 1.5 hours (see Aruba jet ski tours).
Practical info
Tips
- Malmok is on the main road to the California Lighthouse, the Tierra del Sol golf course and Arashi Beach, so combine it with Arashi Beach and the California Lighthouse. Within a mile are the Restaurant at Tierra del Sol, The Birdie at Tierra del Sol and the Spa at Tierra del Sol. The tourism board does not list parking, restrooms or shade at Malmok, so decide before you go whether you want a beach day here or a boat. Boats that stop offshore are the easiest way to see the reef: the Palm Beach champagne brunch and aqua safari is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 89 reviews on GetYourGuide (read 7 November 2026). Check its stops on the listing: it is not a ticket to Malmok itself. More snorkel options are compared in snorkeling tours in Aruba.
How to get there
Malmok Beach is on Aruba's northwest coast; the coordinates are 12.60141, -70.05124. Public transport is listed as an amenity, and the road continues to the California Lighthouse. See getting around Aruba.
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