Sea Glass Island Aruba: The Complete Guide
Sea Glass Island is one of Aruba's best-kept secrets — a small island where thousands of smoothed, colorful pieces of sea glass wash up along the shore, sparkling in the Caribbean sun. Most visitors never find it, because you can only reach it by boat. Here's everything you need to know before you go.
What Is Sea Glass Island?
Sea glass forms when broken glass tumbles in the ocean for years, until the waves polish it into smooth, frosted gems. On Sea Glass Island, decades of currents have collected these pieces in one place, creating a beach unlike anywhere else in Aruba — greens, browns, whites, and if you're lucky, rare blues.
How to Get to Sea Glass Island
The easiest way to visit is with a guided boat tour. Our small-group tour departs from the dock in Saveneta and takes about 5-10 to reach the island.
Tour details:
Duration: 2.5 - 3 hours
Group size: typically 5-10
Includes: All digging equipment
Price: Contact Us Today for Price Details
What to Expect on the Island
What to Bring
Water shoes (the glass beach is beautiful but uneven)
Sunscreen and a hat — there's little shade
A camera or phone in a waterproof case
Swimwear and a towel if you plan to snorkel
Can You Take Sea Glass Home from Aruba?
Yes! Unlike natural elements like seashells, sea glass is a man made element. Any sea glass you find during the tour is yours to keep as a unique, sustainable souvenir of your time in Aruba.
Best Time to Visit
The best part about Aruba….the weather! Its always a great time to visit Sea Glass Island!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tour suitable for kids? Absolutely! Our tours are family-friendly and great for all age groups. However, please note that some beach walking over uneven terrain is required.
Can you swim or snorkel at Sea Glass Island? We dont recommend swimming or snorkeling from the island itself due to the sea glass surrounding the beach as well as the rough surrounding waters.
What happens if the weather is bad? The tour typically is not impacted by bad weather but we are happy to work with guest if inclement weather occurs.
Do you offer pickup for cruise ship passengers? Our team can help set up your travel accommodations to the pickup location.
Ready to See It for Yourself?
Sea Glass Island is the kind of place you'll tell people about for years. Spots on our small-group tours fill up fast, especially in high season — send us a booking request and we'll confirm your date within 24 hours.