Major city · Aruba
Savaneta
Half a day or a dinner stop: see the old capital, eat beachside fish, then head back to your west-coast base. No need to sleep here.
Savaneta was Aruba's first capital and is now a quiet fishing village with a few excellent seafood shacks, a salt pond for birdwatching and a handful of boutique stays. It is 15 minutes from Oranjestad and 25 minutes from Palm Beach, so most visitors come for a meal or a short afternoon loop, not a multi-day stay.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- AWG
- Best months
- Jan–Apr (dry, calm), May–Aug (still good, fewer crowds)
- avoid Oct–Dec (rainier, but still possible)
- Airport
- Queen Beatrix (AUA)
- Nights
- 0
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- Caribbean ↗Several islands (Turks and Caicos above all, also the Bahamas and Jamaica) jail visitors for a single stray bullet or cartridge in their luggage; empty every bag and pocket before you pack.
- Caribbean ↗From August to October keep a free last day before your flight home and check the national hurricane centre daily; airports close when a named storm approaches.
- Caribbean ↗Wearing camouflage clothing is illegal for civilians in several islands, including Barbados, Antigua, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent, Grenada, Dominica, Trinidad and Tobago and Jamaica; leave it at home, children's clothes included.
- Aruba ↗Aruba sets its own entry rules as part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands: every air arrival completes the online ED card at edcardaruba.aw within 7 days before arrival and pays the US$20 sustainability fee there (aged 8+, once per calendar year — check).
- Aruba ↗Flights to the US clear US immigration and customs at Aruba airport before boarding: arrive 3 hours early and have your ESTA, visa or US documents ready.
- Aruba ↗Arikok National Park covers much of the north-east; some tracks need a high-clearance or 4x4 vehicle, so check before driving a standard rental car in.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Savaneta911 ▾
- Police, ambulance, fire911
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Savaneta, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Aruban florin (AWG); US dollars are widely accepted and prices are often quoted in them.Aruba-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckSetar and Digicel sell prepaid SIMs at the airport and in town; eSIM plans for Aruba are widely sold — check coverage.Aruba-wide
- Tap waterTap water is desalinated seawater and safe to drink.Aruba-wide
- TippingcheckRestaurants: Check for a 10–15% service charge; add 5–10% only for good service.Aruba-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Aruba-wide
- SafetyVery safe.
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- RestroomsIn hotels, malls, restaurants and beach bars; few public toilets on remote beaches.Aruba-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, ambulance, fire
- Sundays & holidaysMany shops close on Sundays outside the malls and hotel strip; government offices on holidays.Aruba-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportAUA Queen Beatrix International Airport (About 10–15 min by car; no public transport, use a taxi or rental car.).
- Getting aroundYou need a car.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeecheckAWG 4–8
- Sit-down mealDinner at Flying FishbonecheckAWG 60–120
- BeerBeer at a barcheckAWG 5–10
- Budget bedBoutique hotel or apartment (double), a night, per roomAWG 200
- Mid-range bedBoutique hotel or apartment (double), a night, per roomAWG 350
- High-end bedBoutique hotel or apartment (double), a night, per roomAWG 600
A day, not counting the bed: Budget AWG 80 · Mid AWG 150 · High AWG 300
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- AUA Queen Beatrix International Airport (About 10–15 min by car; no public transport, use a taxi or rental car.)
Map of Savaneta
Where it is, and the guides within about 120 km.
- Savaneta
- Full city guide
- Basic guide
Directions in Google Maps · Apple Maps
Guides nearby
- Oranjestad (Aruba) · 12 km straight line · full guide
- Noord · 16 km straight line
- Palm Beach, Aruba · 16 km straight line
- Punto Fijo · 86 km straight line
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Mar
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Apr
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
May
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jun
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
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33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Oct
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Nov
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Dec
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Jan–Aug. Avoid: Oct–Dec. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C) low), wettest Nov (9 rain days), driest Mar (4). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Savaneta: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
8 rd
Feb
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 rd
Mar
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
4 rd
Apr
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
4 rd
May
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
5 rd
Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
6 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
6 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
5 rd
Sep
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
6 rd
Oct
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
8 rd
Nov
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
9 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
You need a car. The village is small enough to walk, but the restaurants and beaches are spread along the coast road. Taxis are available but scarce; book ahead for a return trip.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: About 15 min
Car, about 15 min
Fort Zoutman, museums, shopping and the marina.
Palm Beach
goDoor to door: About 25 min
Car, about 25 min
Resort strip, calm water and water sports.
Arikok National Park
goDoor to door: About 20 min
Car, about 20 min to the entrance
Desert, caves and the Natural Pool; go early.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Savaneta village
A few boutique hotels and apartments on the water; quiet, no nightlife, car needed.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- AWG 80–150 excl. bed
- Mid
- AWG 150–300 excl. bed
- High
- AWG 300+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Boutique hotel or apartment (double)1 × 1 night × AWG 350 | AWG 350 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × AWG 150 | AWG 300 |
| Taxi from AUA to Savaneta2 × AWG 60 · check | AWG 120 |
| Car rental, one day2 × AWG 100 · check | AWG 200 |
| eSIM for travel, about a week2 × AWG 50 · check | AWG 100 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | AWG 107 |
| Trip total≈ AWG 589 per person per day, bed included | AWG 1,177 |
2026 estimate in AWG; US dollars accepted almost everywhere. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Fried fish at Zeeroverscheck | AWG 15–25 |
| Dinner at Flying Fishbonecheck | AWG 60–120 |
| Beer at a barcheck | AWG 5–10 |
| Coffeecheck | AWG 4–8 |
| Taxi Savaneta → Oranjestadcheck | AWG 30–50 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Salt ponds can be dry for months; best after rain for birdwatching.
- Zeerovers closes early (check current hours) and is cash-only (check).
- No ATM in the village; bring cash from Oranjestad or the airport.
Emergency numbers
- Police, ambulance, fire
- 911
Pocket card
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My bed tonight
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Na e direccion aki, por faborTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police, ambulance, fire911
Embassy
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Taxi AUA → Savaneta: about AWG 50–70, 10–15 min (check)
- Taxi Savaneta → Oranjestad: about AWG 30–50, 15 min (check)
Say or show
- Bon dia — Hello (bon dee-ah)
- Danki — Thank you (dahn-kee)
- Cuanto ta? — How much? (kwahn-toh tah)
- Ayo — Goodbye (ah-yoh)
Papiamento is widely spoken; English works everywhere.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Savaneta. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jan–Apr (dry, calm), May–Aug (still good, fewer crowds) · avoid Oct–Dec (rainier, but still possible) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place pages for Flying Fishbone, Zeerovers and the salt ponds with verified hours and cash policy.
- Walking loop from the old capital marker to the beach and back.
- Day-trip fixture from Palm Beach and Oranjestad with transfer times.
Sources
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