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Premium Catamaran Afternoon Sail: Snorkeling and Lunch

4.7 · 649 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 94% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Aruba Operated by Octopus Snorkeling, Sailing & Sunset Tours - Private Charter - Boat Rental Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
3h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English, Dutch, Spanish
Start & pickup
13:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

An afternoon sail where every guest gets a cushioned lounge seat facing the sea and drinks are brought to you, with lunch appetizers, a toast, an open bar and two snorkel stops with gear and instruction.

You board by a short shuttle boat from the beach hut. 4.74 from 649 reviews at €68 per person for 3h.

In our comparison: #13 of 19 in Catamaran & Snorkeling Sails, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €68 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Safety life jackets
  • Professional guide
  • Octopus souvenir
  • Lunch
  • Use of snorkel equipment and instruction
  • Unlimited drinks (open cocktail bar)
  • Certified first responder
  • Captain and crew
  • Access to restroom on-board
  • Souvenir t-shirt (available to purchase)
  • Power snorkel

Children from €45 (ages 3 to 11). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 19 September 2026.

Reviews

4.7
649 ratings
Tripadvisor 448 · Viator 201

94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 607 of 649

Star breakdown of all 649 ratings

5 stars
563 · 87%
4 stars
44 · 7%
3 stars
17 · 3%
2 stars
8 · 1%
1 star
17 · 3%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the crew, food service and snorkeling, though rough water at the shipwreck is a recurring concern.

Praised

  • Friendly, entertaining crew who help guests feel comfortable
  • Frequent food and drink service with a variety of snacks
  • Shipwreck snorkeling and sightings of turtles and fish
  • A relaxed atmosphere and an uncrowded boat

Complaints

  • Rough water at the shipwreck can make snorkeling difficult
  • Some want longer snorkeling stops, while others feel they have enough time
  • Some find boarding straightforward, while others report unclear instructions and unhelpful staff
  • Some report the boat or its main sail needing repairs

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (9 February 2026 to 30 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Your tour departs from the Octopus Aruba beach hut which is located on Palm Beach behind the Holiday Inn. Once you reach the Holiday Inn Hotel, please walk through the lobby until you reach the beach area. Make a left on the footpath and you will see us on your right. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
13:00 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Octopus Snorkeling, Sailing & Sunset Tours - Private Charter - Boat Rental; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Children are welcome and infants under two cruise free

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food included Lunch, Unlimited drinks (open cocktail bar)
  • Children from €45 ages 3 to 11

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Catamaran & Snorkeling Sails

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #13 of 19€683h4.74 (649)shared
Turtle Snorkeling Tour in Tres Trapi Aruba€912h4.97 (523)shared
Small-Group Sea Scooters Snorkel at Mangel Halto Beach in Aruba€912h 30m4.97 (438)shared
Aruba Turtle Snorkeling Private Tour with Underwater Footage€861h 30m4.91 (756)private

Ranked #13 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. Compare all 19 Catamaran & Snorkeling Sails

From €68 per adult