Things to Do at Eagle Beach
The widest sand on Aruba — and the best seat for the sunset.
Eagle Beach is the one everybody photographs: wide white sand, calm water and the two fofoti trees leaning into the wind.
It's also where we set up most of our sunset sessions. The beach faces due west, so from 5:30 PM the light does most of the work for you.
How to spend a day here
- 01
Morning swim, before the wind
Before 11 AM
The water is flattest early and the sand is still cool enough to walk barefoot.
- 02
The fofoti trees
Anytime · free
Aruba's most photographed spot. Come at low sun for the shot without the harsh shadows.
- 03
Sunset sip and paint on the sand
Daily · 5:30 PM
Private for two ($195) or a group session — easels, wine, snacks and an artist, set up facing the water.
- 04
Dinner across the road
Evening
Walk straight from the beach to the low-rise restaurants — no taxi, no parking.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do at Eagle Beach?
Swim, walk to the fofoti trees, watch the sunset, and — from 5:30 PM — join a private sip and paint set up right on the sand.
Can you set up on Eagle Beach?
Yes. Eagle Beach is one of our regular locations for private and group sessions, and it faces straight into the sunset.
What time is sunset at Eagle Beach?
Between roughly 6:30 PM and 7:15 PM depending on the season. We start sessions at 5:30 PM so you're painting through golden hour.
Paint the Eagle Beach sunset
We set up on the sand at 5:30 PM with everything included. Just show up.