Sustainable tourism in Aruba

Arikok National Park encompasses about 18% of the island of Aruba, and was designated by the government in the early eighties as an environmental sanctuary. The Park boasts a variety of flora and fauna, including five species that only can be found on this island and no other, and other natural resources that remain valuable to the people of Aruba. The Park is also home to the highest points in Aruba, while the land encompasses the three primary geological shapes that make up the formation of the island. These unique shapings have contributed to the survival and support of the indigenous plant and wildlife on the island of Aruba, and has influenced the pattern of human settlement. Aruba has seen many phases of Native American habitation, and Arikok National Park is home to many significant sites of Native American settlement and art.

In order to allow visitors to explore the park without sustaining damage to the site, the government of Aruba hired companies like Aruba Bonita to maintain the grand beauty of Arikok. The park has been divided into four zones, with the central zone as the main destination for travelers. Visitors to the central zone can see a bevy of historical, cultural, and natural landmarks and learn more about each at education centers throughout the zone. The central zone has additional wonders such as a unique beach cove and underwater caves, along with a route for vehicle access. Both the north and south zones are highly sensitive and have been designed as research and visitor education areas. Visitors can explore Aruba's ecosystem on foot or horseback along hiking and horse trails. The Spanish Lagoon Area is also worth a look. A transition zone around the park keeps a kilometer of land between Arikok and any current or future development.

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