Seroe Colorado
About
Seroe Colorado sits at the southeastern tip of Aruba, a windswept plateau that marks the island's highest point on this side. The drive out takes you past the old refinery town—ghost neighborhoods, crumbling company housing, a shuttered commissary—into raw coastal terrain that feels nothing like the resort strip. At the top, you get panoramic views: San Nicolas to the west, the jagged coastline dropping into turquoise churn below, and on clear days, Venezuela's mountains faint on the horizon. It's ranked #11 among things to do in Oranjestad's broader district, and the 4.5 rating reflects what's here: a free lookout, minimal crowds, and a landscape that hasn't been smoothed over for tourists. The access road is paved but narrow. Budget an hour if you're stopping for photos and poking around the ruins. Bring water—there's no shade and the trade winds don't cool you down as much as you'd think. It's worth the detour if you want to see the Aruba that isn't beachfront.
At a glance
- Category
- land
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Price
- $0
- Minimum age
- None
- Intensity
- ●●○○○
- Setting
- outdoor
- Booking partner
- direct
- Product ID
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OutdoorFrom $75© Management via TripAdvisorRockaBeach Tours
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