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Sheltered Snorkel Cove
Boca Catalina Aruba
A sheltered cove with healthy coral reef and calm clear water. One of Aruba’s most accessible and rewarding snorkelling spots — perfect for beginners.
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Healthy Reef
Coral and abundant fish
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Calm Water
Naturally sheltered
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Tour Stop
Catamaran tours stop here
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Shore Access
Reachable by car or boat
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All Levels
Ideal for beginners
What Is Boca Catalina?
Boca Catalina is a small, sheltered cove on Aruba’s northwest coast, about 5 minutes north of Palm Beach. The rocky shoreline creates a naturally protected bay where the water stays calm and clear year-round. The reef begins immediately as you wade in — making it one of Aruba’s most accessible snorkelling spots, ideal for first-timers and those without a boat.
What You Will See Snorkelling
French angelfish, queen angelfish, blue tang, parrotfish, sergeant majors, and various wrasse. Brain coral and elkhorn coral in the shallower sections. Sea turtles occasionally visit — Arashi Beach (10 minutes north) is more reliable for turtles.
Most catamaran snorkel tours combine Boca Catalina with the Antilla shipwreck on the same half-day trip — giving you a reef snorkel AND a world-class wreck dive on one booking. Browse catamaran tours including Boca Catalina
How to Visit Boca Catalina
By car: Drive north from Palm Beach on the coastal road. Limited roadside parking. Walk down the rocky path — water shoes recommended for the entry over the rocks.
By catamaran tour: The most popular option. Tours depart Palm Beach marina and combine Boca Catalina with the Antilla shipwreck. Equipment, guidance and open bar included. Book catamaran snorkel tour
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Book Your Boca Catalina Snorkel Tour
Catamaran tours combine Boca Catalina and the Antilla shipwreck on the same trip. Free cancellation.