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Home » Destinations » Caribbean » Aruba » How To Get a Renaissance Island Aruba Day Pass to Flamingo Beach

How To Get a Renaissance Island Aruba Day Pass to Flamingo Beach

Posted June 12, 2017, Updated May 13, 2021 //  by Michele Peterson 15 Comments

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.One of the most iconic images of Aruba is of Flamingo Beach, where graceful pink birds tiptoe across powder white sand set against turquoise blue water.

For many people, seeing Flamingo Beach is one of the top things to do in Aruba.

Here’s everything you need to know about getting a Renaissance Island Aruba Day Pass to see the flamingoes in real life and spend the day in a VIP luxury cabana right on on Flamingo Beach!

Where is Flamingo Beach Aruba?

Two pink flamingos on Playa Flamingo Aruba
Get up close to flamingos on the beach

Is it worth it to go to Flamingo Beach? Prior to my recent trip to Renaissance Island Aruba (also known as Flamingo Island Aruba), the last time I swam with a bird was in cottage country north of Toronto.

There, my experience was more battle than bucolic.  A Canada Goose chased me out of the water,  smashing me with its powerful wings and splattering me with 10 pounds of projectile goose poop.

My avian encounter on Flamingo Beach was much more elegant. During my day at Renaissance Aruba Private Island, a trio of hot pink flamingos tiptoed by, cocking their heads ever so gracefully, as though asking permission to ripple the calm waters circling my lounger. 

But swimming with flamingos is just one of the unique experience guests enjoy on Renaissance Island. There are lots of reasons to spend a blissful day there.  

Flamingos at Renaissance Aruba Private Island
Swim alongside flamingos at Renaissance Island Aruba – A private island paradise

The first thing you need to know is that Renaissance Island Aruba is a private island.  There are no hotels on Renaissance Island itself. 

And there’s no bridge to the island. Access is via an 8-minute water taxi ride by luxury yacht from Oranjestad, the capital of  Aruba. It’s not possible to buy Renaissance Island tickets.  

To get on the water taxi you need to have either a DAY Pass or be a hotel guest at the Renaissance Aruba All Inclusive Resort & Casino.   It’s a luxury resort featuring 565 rooms in two settings, the family-friendly Renaissance Ocean Suites and adults-exclusive Renaissance Marina Hotel.

Once you arrive you’ll have two choices of where to spend the day. Comprised of two sections, there’s Iguana Island (for families) and the aptly-named Flamingo Beach (adult-only).  

Check prices and availability at Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino on Booking.com. 

Where to Find Flamingos in Aruba

 If you’re wondering which beaches in Aruba have flamingos, Renaissance Island beach is the only one. While you can see flamingos on Curacao, they’re not native to Aruba so you won’t see them in flocks on the island. 

Travel writer Caitlin Martin enjoying a Renaissance Island Aruba Day Pass with a glass of champagne
Travel writer Caitlin Martin researches champagne at Flamingo Island/Renaissance Island Aruba @caitlinlmartin

There are six flamingos on Renaissance Island and they are captive as their wings have been clipped. So it’s more of a zoo than a natural experience.

How to Get a Renaissance Island Aruba Day Pass 

It’s  important to note that Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino only sells Day Pass tickets if the hotel occupancy is low. So there is no guarantee that a Day Pass to the private island will be available to non-overnight hotel guests.

 If you’re interested in a Day Pass and are not an overnight hotel guest at the Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino, you can check at the front desk on a daily basis to see if Day Passes are available.

There are no guarantees but if they are available, they are sold on a first-come, first-served basis at $99 USD per person which includes lunch +1 non alcoholic drink. The cost for a private cabana is extra.This price is subject to change without notice. 

Another option is to book a spa treatment. For example, a 60-minute massage for two includes an all-day pass to Flamingo Island, lunch for two and two drinks. 

Three flamingos on a beach on Renaissance Island Aruba

If you have your heart set on visiting Flamingo Island, it’s worth booking a stay at the Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino. Note that there is a 2-night minimum.

Flamingo Beach is such a popular attraction, many people book a stay at the beginning or end of their vacation. The hotel is just 10-minutes to the airport. 

Check prices and availability at Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino on Booking.com. 

Should You Get a VIP Cabana at Renaissance Island Aruba?

Three women on a floating lounger enjoying a Renaissance Aruba Day Pass
Renaissance Aruba Resort and Casino guests get access to Renaissance Private Island,  the most beautiful private beach in Aruba – plus spa cove

While a full day on Renaissance Island Aruba is swanky enough on its own, guests staying at the hotel can ramp up the luxury quotient by renting one of the new ultra-private VIP ocean-front cabanas. 

Located at the adult-only ‘Flamingo Island,’ this swanky Caribbean oasis features lounge chairs, seating area, water hammocks and complimentary food and beverages.

It’s set on the shoreline of the beach with flamingos.

Private cabanas at Renaissance Aruba Private Island overlooking Flamingo Beach. (Credit: Renaissance Aruba)
Enjoy the VIP experience by renting a private cabana at Flamingo Island

As part of my introduction to #unexpectedAruba a media visit hosted by the Aruba Tourism Authority and award-winning travel writer  Susan Campbell (follow her @suectravel), I was invited to spend a day checking out this new VIP beach cabana service.

I loved it so much they practically had to drag me away at the end of the day . It was the perfect way to spend a day in Aruba.

Server with a beer on a tray at a private cabana at Flamingo Beach on Renaissance Island Aruba.
Home for the day in a private cabana flanked by a palm tree on Renaissance Island

Ideal for a romantic couples’ escape, luxury splurge, wedding or honeymoon celebration or girls’ getaway on one of the Caribbean’s most beautiful destinations, read on to hear what you get when you rent a private VIP cabana on Renaissance Island:

Cost of Ultimate Private Cabana Flamingo Beach  

The Ultimate private cabana is larger than the other three cabanas and comes with its own deck and hanging hammock

Rental cost $200 USD per day excluding 15% service charge

Rental period 9 am to 7 pm

Amenities: 2 bottles of Voss still water, 2 bottles of Voss sparkling water, bottle of sparkling wine, refreshing tray‐passed bites.  Personalized Cabana Server Service, cold towels, 2 water floats and wifi

Max 6 adults per cabana

Cost of Private Cabana on Flamingo Beach 

Rental cost $150 USD per day excluding 15% service charge

Rental period 9 am to 7 pm

Amenities: 2 bottles of Voss still water, 2 bottles of Voss sparkling water, bottle of sparkling wine, refreshing tray‐passed bites, Personalized Cabana Server Service, cold towels, 2 water floats and wifi

Max 4 adults per cabana

Note: Prices vary by season and are subject to change without notice. Advance reservations are mandatory  and cancellations must be received a minimum of 48 hours in advance. For cancellations with less than 24 hours or no show will be charged 100% of the rental price.

Check prices and availability at Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino on Booking.com. .

Champagne being poured into a glass during a luxury VIP experience at a private cabana at Renaissance Aruba Private Island.
Enjoy a luxury VIP experience at the new private cabanas at Renaissance Aruba Private Island

During my visit, I spent a blissful afternoon snorkelling with tropical fish, nibbling on fresh fruit dipped in melted chocolate, sipping bubbly and floating beside graceful flamingos.

By the end of the day, I got to thinking that Canada’s most iconic water fowl should take hospitality lessons from their feathered brethren in Aruba.

With a few lessons in avian etiquette, maybe they too could get a beach named after them some day. Although I have to admit, Goose Beach doesn’t have quite the same ring to it as Flamingo Beach.

More Travel Tips on Renaissance Island Aruba

Aruba Tourism Authority: Get maps, travel advice and other valuable resources on the official Aruba Tourism Authority website. www.aruba.com

Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino: This luxury resort features 565 rooms in two settings, the family-friendly Renaissance Ocean Suites and adults-exclusive Renaissance Marina Hotel.

Access to Renaissance Aruba Private Island is available to guests staying overnight at Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino and is accessed via complementary water taxi. www.renaruba.com

Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino Address: L.G. Smith Boulevard 82  is just a 10-minute  drive from Aruba’s Queen Beatrix International Airport. The complementary water taxi to and from the private island drops guests off  at the Renaissance Hotel.

Private Cabanas on Renaissance Aruba Private Island: : Depending on the size of cabana and number of guests (4-6 adults), the cost for a private cabana on Flamingo Beach ( adults-only) ranges from $150-$200 USD per day excluding 15% service charge

Check prices and availability at Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino on Booking.com. 

Rental period 9 am to 7 pm

Amenities: 2 bottles of Voss still water, 2 bottles of Voss sparkling water, bottle of sparkling wine, refreshing tray‐passed bites.  Personalized Cabana Server Service, cold towels, 2 water floats and wifi

Note: Prices vary by season and are subject to change without notice. Advance reservations are mandatory and cancellations must be received a minimum of 48 hours in advance.

Cancellations with less than 24 hours or no show will be charged 100% of the rental price. Reserve your cabana directly with the Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino.

www.renaruba.com

Okeanos Spa: 297 583 6000 ext 6406 Appointments required.

Enjoy a day of luxury in a private cabana at famous Flamingo Beach on Renaissance Aruba Private Island

Flamingos on a beach with text overlay about Day Pass to Renaissance Island

 

Michele Peterson
Michele Peterson

Dividing her time between Canada, Guatemala and Mexico (or the nearest tropical beach), Michele Peterson is the founder of A Taste for Travel. Her award-winning travel and food writing has appeared in Lonely Planet’s cookbook Mexico: From the Source, National Geographic Traveler, Fodor’s and 100+ other publications.

Read more about Michele Peterson.

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Comments

  1. Doreen Pendgracs

    June 16, 2017 at 9:24 am

    I’ve never been to Aruba, but would love to visit someday. I do have a beautiful wood carving that my (former) sister-in-law brought us from Aruba and it’s always made me want to visit.

    Reply
  2. Josie

    June 13, 2017 at 7:46 pm

    Hi Michele,

    What a thrill to be surrounded by the three pretties. So fun! — And certainly better than your other goose experience, poor girl!

    Regards,
    Josie

    Reply
  3. Wendy Blumenstein

    June 13, 2017 at 3:25 pm

    Looks fabulous! And no more than the price of diving for 2 people! I could see renting a cabana for a day or more on Renaissance Aruba’s private island.

    Reply
  4. Kevin Wagar

    June 13, 2017 at 3:04 pm

    Wow! Aruba looks stunning! That water is gorgeous and those bungalows are idyllic!

    Reply
  5. Bistra | The Magic of Traveling

    June 13, 2017 at 9:28 am

    Flamingos are the best! I know they are not native there, but if they are comfortable there – I’d visit the island!

    Reply
  6. Heather

    June 12, 2017 at 10:05 pm

    Those flamingos and uber blue beach sold me, need to see this place!

    Reply
  7. Sandy N Vyjay

    June 12, 2017 at 10:02 pm

    This is the ultimate in luxury and indeed an indulgence for the senses. Lovely setting that brings alive the spirit of the Caribbean. A great getaway into paradise.

    Reply
  8. Culture Tripper

    June 12, 2017 at 8:04 pm

    What dreamy photos! How wonderful to see those exquisite flamingos up close. Renaissance Aruba Resort looks stunning! (and way more serene than ‘relaxing’ alongside a Canada goose)

    Reply
  9. Ursula Maxwell-Lewis

    June 12, 2017 at 4:19 pm

    We have been short of sun here this Spring, I’m delighted to read about a warm destination – particularly one I haven’t visited (yet! 🙂 ) Hmmm – swimming with flamingos. Sounds like a beautiful idea. The photography certainly delivers the right messages!
    Well done.

    Reply
  10. Joe

    June 12, 2017 at 2:00 pm

    Private beaches in the Caribbean? Now that sounds like the very definition of paradise! Glad to hear you had a more, um, savoury time with our Avian friends than you did in Canada – being able to swim that close to flamingos sounds like quite the experience!

    Reply
  11. Cindy

    June 12, 2017 at 12:44 pm

    I want to be in that picture with the flamingos on the beach!!

    Reply
  12. Donna Janke

    June 12, 2017 at 12:19 pm

    Renaissance Aruba Private Island looks wonderful. I could myself relax just looking at the photos!

    Reply
  13. esperanza

    June 12, 2017 at 11:24 am

    Beautiful and elegant flamingos, crystal-clear water, friendly service of tasty treats in pretty cabanas – who could ask for anything more? I agree that Goose Beach with what such a name implies, would not be much of an attraction except for other geese.

    Reply
  14. Debbra Dunning Brouillette

    June 12, 2017 at 11:19 am

    I am SO there! I love private islands and this experience sounds divine, from the flamingos to the private cabanas and sparkling wine. I haven’t yet made it to Aruba but I hope that will change soon!

    Reply
  15. Carol Perehudoff

    June 12, 2017 at 9:52 am

    Oh, how dreamy. I wanted to swim with pink flamingos, too. #Unexpected Aruba indeed.

    Reply

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