---
title: Iconic Aruba Sail and Snorkel Experience
lang: en
type: tour
city: Aruba
country: Caribbean
price: 56
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.8
reviews: 523
duration_minutes: 150
languages: [en, nl, es]
free_cancellation: true
rank_in_category: 9 of 19 (Catamaran & Snorkeling Sails)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-19
data_updated: 2026-09-20
canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/tours/iconic-aruba-sail-and-snorkel-experience/
---

# Iconic Aruba Sail and Snorkel Experience

**Guidekin's take:** A catamaran sail to the Catalina Bay marine sanctuary and the Antilla shipwreck with an open bar, snacks and snorkel gear, run by a crew recognised for sustainable practice. Hotel pickup is not included, so you get yourself to the pier. 4.8 from 523 reviews at €56 per person for 2h 30m.

## Overview

Experience the joy of sailing along Aruba’s stunning beaches on a spacious catamaran & snorkeling at the marine sanctuary, Catalina bay, and the famous Antilla shipwreck. This tour is not only highly rated, but is also recognized by Sustainable Travel International and provides National Geographic Snorkeling Equipment, an open bar and snacks to keep you refreshed.

## Key facts

- Price: from €56 per person
- Duration: 2h 30m
- Rating: 4.8/5 from 523 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Pelican Aruba

## What's included

- Unlimited drinks (open bar)
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Snacks
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Professional guides

## Not included

- Hotel pickup and drop-off

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 14:00
- 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

Check-in time is at 1:30 P.M. at the Pelican Pier located on Palm Beach between the Holiday Inn Beach Resort & Playa Linda Beach Resort
Address: L.G. Smith Blvd. 230, Palm Beach, Aruba

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

## How it compares in Catamaran & Snorkeling Sails

Ranked **#9 of 19** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume).

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