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Boca Grandi

Wind, space and the kind of beach that makes everything feel very small.

Boca Grandi is raw Aruba. Strong trade winds, endless open coastline, and barely any distractions. Some come for kitesurfing, others just to sit in the sand and watch the ocean completely lose its mind for a few hours. Prepare for your hair to fully surrender to the wind within minutes

Swimming here is usually not a great idea because the currents are rough and the waves can get aggressive fast. But that is also exactly what makes the place special. Boca Grandi feels untamed in a way that is becoming harder to find in Aruba.

On the drive out there, do not be surprised if wild donkeys suddenly appear in the road. Regulars already know the rule: always keep a bag of carrots somewhere in the car.

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