Aruba Travel & Emergency Guide
Essential emergency numbers, speed limits, etiquette & travel tips
Open in WooGu (100% Offline)Emergency Numbers in Aruba
911 / 100
General Emergency
100
Police
911
Ambulance / Medical
115
Fire Department
Key Travel Facts
Capital
Oranjestad
Currency
AWG (ƒ) / USD ($)
Official Language
Papiamento & Dutch
Country Code
+297
Driving Rules & Speed Limits in Aruba
Urban / City
—
Rural
80 km/h
Highway
80 km/h
Alcohol Limit
0,5 ‰
Toll & Vignette: No toll information
Tipping & Etiquette
Recommendation: 5–10% customary
- DO Drink the delicious tap water freely (famous Balashi water).
- DO Protect coral reefs by using strictly reef-safe sunscreen (oxybenzone is banned).
- DO Learn a few Papiamento words like 'Bon bini' (Welcome) and 'Danki' (Thank you).
- DON'T Never take seashells, corals, or white sand home (strictly forbidden with heavy fines).
- DON'T Do not drive off designated 4x4 trails in Arikok National Park.
- DON'T Do not feed wildlife or flamingos with human food.
Power Sockets & Tap Water
Plug Type & Electricity: Type A, B & F (120V / 60Hz) – US devices work directly, adapter recommended for European plugs.
Tap Water: Excellent tap water quality – purified by one of the world's most advanced desalination plants.
Insider Tip: Rent a 4x4 vehicle to explore the rugged Arikok National Park and the 'Conchi' Natural Pool.
