Aruba Ostrich Farm: An Unexpected Caribbean Adventure

When you think of Aruba, you probably think sea, sun, and beach. The Aruba Ostrich Farm offers a different type of activity. Visitors are encouraged to partake in a guided tour of the farm, inhabited by both ostriches and their flightless Australian relatives, emus. Get up close and personal with these amazing creatures. You'll learn interesting facts about the ostrich's amazing speed, mating, rearing, and feeding habits, and defense mechanisms it uses against predators. You will even have the opportunity to hand-feed the not-so-shy creatures. The guide-tour concludes with a visit to the incubator, hatchery, and the special pens for young ostriches and emus. The Aruba Ostrich Farm offers visitors a unique and immersive tour experience, inviting them to learn about the fascinating lives of these remarkable birds. During the tour, guests are introduced to adult emus and ostriches, where they can observe the birds' impressive speed, defense mechanisms, mating behaviors, and feeding habits. The tour also includes visits to the incubator, hatchery, and pens for young ostriches and emus, providing a comprehensive understanding of the farm's operations. Before or after the tour, guests are welcome to browse the Art Shop, a collection of local art and craft. Or simply relax in the shade of the Savanna Lodge Bar & Restaurant and sample a delicious home-cooked meal. Enjoy the panoramic views of the island's northern coast while sipping on a fruity shake or frosty beer from the bar.