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OUR ISLAND IS TALKING. IT’S TIME WE LISTEN.




PROTECTING THE PLACE WE ALL CALL HOME


BON BINI, WELCOME

Aruba’s diverse ecosystems, both land and sea, are home to 
34 endemic species
including the critically endangered Aruba Island rattlesnake, the Aruba
burrowing owl and Hummelinck’s vesper mouse. 
As one of the most densely
populated countries in the world that welcomes international visitors daily, it
is crucial that we work together to protect 
our island’s natural biodiversity
and ensure that species like these remain 
in the face of climate change.

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SKY ABOVE US.
EARTH BELOW US.
NATURE WITHIN US.


TOCANTE DI, ABOUT

Aruba Conservation Foundation (ACF) is an independent and not-for-profit
organization dedicated to the conservation of Aruba’s rich and diverse natural
ecosystems. As the only foundation in Aruba solely committed to protecting
nature, we are proud to manage the conservation of nearly 25% of the island as
well as four Marine Protected Areas (MPAs).

For the last 20 years, we’ve made it our job to stand up and speak out for the
needs of nature. 
We promote sustainable practices that integrate environmental,
social, cultural and economic objectives in meaningful ways to ensure that our
island and its resources remain relevant for present and future generations.




WHERE WONDER AWAITS


VISITOR INFORMATION

Explore our island’s rich past, home to a variety of plants and animals that
inhabit our unique geological, cultural and historical sites. Venture on your
own, learn with one of our guided tours, or take part in an educational program
or conservation activity.

Arikok National ParkParke Marino Aruba


PARKE NACIONAL ARIKOK

Located at the north-eastern part of Aruba, Parke Nacional Arikok encompasses 34
square kilometers of protected nature area and is home to much of the island’s
flora and fauna. Its windswept landscape holds numerous ecosystems and a rich
biodiversity of trees and plants, birds, bats, invertebrates, and reptiles,
including the endangered Aruba Island rattlesnake known locally as the
‘Cascabel’.

Visitor Center at San Fuego Hours
Open Daily: 8:00 – 15.30
Conservation Day-pass & Annual-pass available

Visitor Booth at Vaderpiet Hours
Open Daily: 9:00 – 15.00
Conservation Day-pass available

Rules & Regulations




IF THE CASCABEL COULD SPEAK, WHAT WOULD IT SAY?


NATURE & CONSERVATION



ARUBA IS HOME TO 34 ENDEMIC SPECIES. 282 SPECIES OF BIRD ALONE HAVE BEEN
RECORDED ON THE ISLAND.

Alongside our ACF protected areas, certain areas have been recognized as a Key
Biodiversity Area (KBA) and/or an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA).
The spectacular Spaans Lagoen is an official Ramsar site as of 1980 and most
recently the island has seen a major increase of its protected wetlands area
with the expansion Spaans Lagoen and the addition of four new Ramsar sites.  
 
However, we are witness to species decline and the negative effects of human
impact on the island every day. To protect and preserve our valuable flora and
fauna, we are committed to three strategic pillars of stewardship in line with
Conservation Standards: conserve; give value; and create support. It is through
this integrated approach that we hope to work together and do justice to nature
and our people. 


PROTECTED AREAS


BISHITA ARUBA

Select an area
 * Parke Nacional Arikok
 * Sasarawichi Dunes & Arashi Beach
 * Spaans Lagoen
 * Saliña Druif
 * Saliña Malmok
 * Saliña Cerca
 * MPA Arikok
 * MPA Sero Colorado
 * MPA Mangel Halto
 * MPA Oranjestad
 * Saliña Palm Beach
 * Saliña Bubali
 * Rooi Manonchi
 * Ser’i Teishi
 * Rooi Lamoenchi
 * Costa Sero Colorado




PARKE NACIONAL ARIKOK


TERRESTRIAL

Parke Nacional Arikok encompasses 34 square kilometers of protected nature area
and is home to much of the island’s flora and fauna.


BIODIVERSITY

Parke Nacional Arikok is home to a great diversity of drought-resistant cacti,
trees and plants (xeric), numerous species of bird, reptile and mammal, such as
the endemic and endangered Shoco, Prikichi, and Cascabel, the blue Cododo and
the rare Hummelinck’s vesper mouse.


EDUCATION IS KEY


LEARNING & OUTREACH

Through school excursions and other community-based projects, we aim to inspire
the next generation of conservation leaders who will protect and preserve the
nature of Aruba and beyond.

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LATEST REPORTS


CONSERVATION

QUICK SCAN: MARINE ENVIRONMENT ISLA DI ORO 2024

Investigating the current marine biodiversity and ecosystem features of the
'Isla di Oro' site on Aruba's south coast.
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CONSERVATION

QUICK SCAN: IMPACTS OF ARUBA OCEAN VILLAS DEVELOPMENT 2024

This quick scan was executed in 2024 as a follow-up to demonstrate the effects
on the mangroves and sea grass in the area.
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STRATEGY

ACF'S MULTI ANNUAL CORPORATE STRATEGY 2023-2032

A roadmap that will guide ACF as a future proof conservation organization for
the next 10 years.
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FINANCE

FINANCIAL STATEMENT 2022

ACF is deeply committed to transparency, ensuring careful resource management to
funding directly allocated to conservation activities and programs in Aruba.
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CONSERVATION

QUICK SCAN: IMPACTS OF ARUBA OCEAN VILLAS DEVELOPMENT 2021

This quick scan was executed in 2021 to gauge the potential impacts the
expansion of AOV's will have on the area.
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