Fishermen's Hut, Aruba is a Shallow and Flat spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for riders of Any Level. Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from NE . Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot. Have fun after the ride: enjoy Nightlife close to Fishermen's Hut, Aruba ! Safety first! There is Rescue/Lifeguards on the spot. The spot presents a few things you need to be careful about. Please refer to the Riding Conditions section below.
Wind and Weather Conditions
In November until January it is the rainy season. Tropical rain showers are short but heavy. Temperature averages are in the low 22°C and high 34°C. Boardshorts and rashguards. After a session a hoodie is a good thing. Sunscreen is a must since you are only 700 miles from the equator and the sun is intense. Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from NE . There is Trade wind at Fishermen's Hut, Aruba. It's blowing here in Aruba Northeast all year long, maybe some lighter days in the month of September-November and in the beginning of December. But that only means it won't blow every day over 15 knots. The chance you can kiteboard are always 90%. Don't forget your small kite sizes! Days of 25 knots are quite normal. Offshore winds, therefore it is quiet gusty. Wind usually blows from NE on the spot. The best moments to come to Fishermen's Hut, Aruba are January, February, March, April, May, June, July and August .
Beach and Tide Conditions
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot. Fishermen's Hut, Aruba is a Shallow and Flat spot. The launching/landing area is reported to be of Small size. The beach offers the easiest launching and access to the water. White powder sand, some pebbles, shells and stones. No facilities, but there are kite schools and some beach huts for shade. Flat shallow water (waist deep). Drops off outside the reef marker flags. Hurricanes passing north of island produce some nice surf conditions with right hand breaks.
Only in the high season (November until Easter) you need to reserve a rental car. Otherwise there are city buses (L10/L10A) going from downtown to the hotel area and minibuses to any destination. Pack tight as city buses are touchy about stepping aboard carrying luggage. Of course you can rent Scooters, Harleys, Squats/4wheeler, horses, bikes as well. Take the main island highway from the hotel area all the way towards the lighthouse look to your left at the end of the highrise hotel area. Accessible car or taxi, or a 10-minute walk from the last bus stop on Malmok.
