--- title: Half-Day Snorkel Sail Tour with Caribbean Lunch lang: en type: tour city: Aruba country: Caribbean price: 97 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.78 reviews: 853 duration_minutes: 240 languages: [en, nl, es] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Three stops and lunch rank_in_category: 11 of 19 (Catamaran & Snorkeling Sails) schedule_checked: 2026-09-19 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/tours/half-day-snorkel-sail-tour-with-caribbean-lunch/ --- # Half-Day Snorkel Sail Tour with Caribbean Lunch **Guidekin's take:** A half day on a large catamaran with three snorkel stops, the Antilla wreck, Catalina Bay and Malmok, a Caribbean lunch buffet and an open bar with cocktails. Transport to the pier is arranged with the operator for a fee, and non swimming children need a life vest booked ahead. 4.78 from 853 reviews at €97 per person. In our comparison: #11 of 19 in Catamaran & Snorkeling Sails, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Who doesn't want to spend half the day on Aruba's gorgeous turquoise waters? This 4-hour sail includes snorkel gear and visits to three snorkel spots: The Antilla shipwreck, Catalina Bay, and Malmok Bay. It also features a Caribbean-inspired lunch buffet and an open bar with cocktails, sodas, and juices. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Please meet us 30 minutes prior to your… - Starts 09:15: one departure a day - Food included: Morning snack, Caribbean lunch buffet - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €76: ages 3 to 11 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €97 per person - Duration: 4h - Rating: 4.78/5 from 853 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Red Sail Sports - Aruba - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, Dutch, Spanish - Start times: 09:15 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-19 ## Reviews 4.78 from 853 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 815 of 853. - 5 stars: 731 (86%) - 4 stars: 84 (10%) - 3 stars: 24 (3%) - 2 stars: 4 (0%) - 1 star: 10 (1%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the crew, varied snorkeling stops and lunch; strong currents at the shipwreck can make swimming difficult. **Praised:** - Friendly, informative crew who keep watch over swimmers - Varied snorkeling stops with fish, turtle sightings and shipwreck views - Tasty, plentiful lunches that often exceed expectations - A wide choice of drinks with attentive service throughout the sail **Complaints:** - Choppy water and strong currents at the shipwreck can make snorkeling difficult Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-03-10 to 2026-10-02); last checked 2026-10-03. ## What's included - Open Bar - Luxury Catamaran Sail - Morning snack - Use of snorkel equipment and instruction (instruction on request) - 3 Snorkel Stops - Caribbean lunch buffet ## Not included - Gratuities - Round-trip Transportation (available for an added cost, contact local operator after booking) ## Itinerary 1. **Snorkeling is one of the best and easiest ways to discover Aruba's Underwater...** - Snorkeling is one of the best and easiest ways to discover Aruba's Underwater Marine life. Board one of Red Sail Aruba’s luxury catamarans to take you to three of Aruba's best snorkel spots; Boca Catalina, the Antilla shipwreck, and Malmok. Refuel and refresh with a delicious... 2. **Travelers will discover the Antilla Shipwreck, among the Caribbean's largest ...** - Travelers will discover the Antilla Shipwreck, among the Caribbean's largest underwater wrecks, during the Aruba Lunch and Snorkel Half-Day Cruise. Resting in crystal-clear waters off Aruba's coast, this WWII German freighter offers a captivating backdrop for snorkelers, with... 3. **Malmok Reef** - You will also be exploring the vibrant MalMok Reef. This stunning reef, is renowned for its crystal-clear waters and abundance of colorful marine life, making it another snorkeler's paradise. Expect an unforgettable underwater adventure as you swim among tropical fish and... 4. **Your first snorkeling stop is shallow Catalina Bay, ideal for beginners or th...** - Your first snorkeling stop is shallow Catalina Bay, ideal for beginners or those who need time to practice using the snorkel equipment—instruction included. A swimming ladder and fun waterslide make it easy for passengers to get into the water. View colorful fish and corals... ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Wed, Fri - Departures: 09:15 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-19 - 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 Please meet us 30 minutes prior to your tour start at the Pier in between the Barcelo and the Hyatt on Palm Beach. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJgemWhwg4hY4REPhu1FcXcYY Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Pick-up is only from major hotels not in walking distance, please contact Red Sail directly to schedule a transfer - Please bring: Swim suit (under clothing), towel, sunscreen - If you have children in your group that cannot swim, you have to inform Red Sail directly to arrange a mandatory life vest for the child while on board ## Compared with other Catamaran & Snorkeling Sails | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #11 of 19** | €97 | 4h | 4.78 (853) | 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 #11 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/half-day-snorkel-sail-tour-with-caribbean-lunch/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/?format=md