--- title: Arusun Catamaran Sail with Snorkeling in Aruba lang: en type: tour city: Aruba country: Caribbean price: 57 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.84 reviews: 2665 duration_minutes: 150 languages: [en, nl, es] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Wreck snorkel with open bar rank_in_category: 7 of 19 (Catamaran & Snorkeling Sails) schedule_checked: 2026-09-25 data_updated: 2026-11-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/tours/arusun-catamaran-sail-with-snorkeling-in-aruba/ --- # Arusun Catamaran Sail with Snorkeling in Aruba **Guidekin's take:** A sail on a racing catamaran that once attempted a solo round the world record, with snorkel stops at the Antilla wreck and Boca Catalina, snacks, soft drinks and a rope swing. Alcohol is not served, and you make your own way to the watersports centre. 4.84 from 2665 reviews at €57 per person. In our comparison: #7 of 19 in Catamaran & Snorkeling Sails, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Receive a warm Caribbean welcome aboard Arusun, where our friendly, experienced crew will help you settle in and get ready for 2½ hours of sailing, snorkeling and good times on Aruba’s turquoise water. Arusun is no ordinary catamaran. This 60-foot Formula II Ocean Racing Catamaran was built in 1984. In 1989, Dutch sailor Henk de Velde took her, then named Alisun J&B, on a solo around-the-world record attempt, completing the journey in 158 days. Today, her adventure continues in Aruba. Snorkel at the Antilla Shipwreck and Boca Catalina, swing into the Caribbean from our new rope swing, or relax with a drink on the spacious deck, front trampolines or shaded lounging area. Enjoy an unlimited open bar, light snacks, fresh fruit and great music while our crew takes care of the details. Sail aboard a true piece of ocean-racing history with Aruba Watersports Center, a family-operated company since 1987. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Check-in 30 minutes before departure. - Starts 09:30, 13:00, 16:30: 3 departures a day - Food included: Light snacks and fresh fruit - Children from €31: ages 5 to 11 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €57 per person - Duration: 2h 30m - Rating: 4.84/5 from 2665 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Aruba Watersports Center - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, Dutch, Spanish - Start times: 09:30, 13:00, 16:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-25 ## Reviews 4.84 from 2665 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 2562 of 2665. - 5 stars: 2412 (91%) - 4 stars: 150 (6%) - 3 stars: 54 (2%) - 2 stars: 30 (1%) - 1 star: 19 (1%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the crew and rope swing; strong currents at the shipwreck can make snorkeling difficult **Praised:** - Friendly, entertaining crew who make guests feel welcome - Rope swing enjoyed by children and adults - Open bar, wraps and fruit praised as welcome refreshments - Clean, spacious catamaran with room to relax - Clean snorkeling equipment in good condition **Complaints:** - Strong currents and rough water make the shipwreck stop difficult for some swimmers - Some find few fish at the snorkel stops, while others report plenty - Some report little guidance in the water, while others describe direct help from crew - Some guests report that the shipwreck stop was skipped Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-05-20 to 2026-10-01); last checked 2026-10-03. ## What's included - Spacious deck, front trampolines and shaded lounging areas - Music onboard - Non-alcoholic Beverages - Use of the rope swing - Use of Snorkelling equipment - Two snorkeling stops: Antilla Shipwreck and Boca Catalina. - Light snacks and fresh fruit - 2½-hour sailing and snorkeling trip aboard Arusun - Unlimited Open Bar includes: whisky, rum, vodka, juices, soda, and water ## Not included - Transportation to and from Aruba Watersports Center - Late-arrival shuttle – $10 if separate transportation is required to catch up with the group - Sunscreen - Towels - Gratuities ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:30, 13:00, 16:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-25 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Check-in 30 minutes before departure. Meet at Aruba Watersports Center on Palm Beach, in the large brown beachfront building between Hilton and Barceló. The Bread Basket and Dazzling Turtle are in the same building. How to Find Us video is on our website. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJpemi-Ag4hY4REf-iEwTCWN8 Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Vegetarian option is available upon request. Please advise us when booking. - Children are welcome when accompanied and supervised by a parent or guardian. ## Compared with other Catamaran & Snorkeling Sails | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #7 of 19** | €57 | 2h 30m | 4.84 (2665) | shared | | [Turtle Snorkeling Tour in Tres Trapi Aruba](/caribbean/aruba/tours/turtle-snorkeling-tour-in-tres-trapi-aruba/?format=md) | €91 | 2h | 4.97 (523) | shared | | [Small-Group Sea Scooters Snorkel at Mangel Halto Beach in Aruba](/caribbean/aruba/tours/small-group-sea-scooters-snorkel-at-mangel-halto-beach-in-aruba/?format=md) | €91 | 2h 30m | 4.97 (438) | shared | | [Aruba Turtle Snorkeling Private Tour with Underwater Footage](/caribbean/aruba/tours/aruba-turtle-snorkeling-private-tour-with-underwater-footage/?format=md) | €86 | 1h 30m | 4.91 (756) | private | Ranked #7 of 19 in Catamaran & Snorkeling Sails by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €57 to €135, median €80; typical length 3h. 3 of 19 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/catamaran-snorkeling-aruba/?format=md ## More in Aruba - All Aruba tours: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/tours/arusun-catamaran-sail-with-snorkeling-in-aruba/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/?format=md