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Boat Tours in Aruba

Boat tours in Aruba offer an easy way to explore the island's coastline, reefs, and the famous Antilla Shipwreck. Options include snorkel cruises, luxury catamarans, sunset sails, and private boat charters, making it simple to choose an experience that fits your travel style.

Catamaran sailing off the coast of Aruba at sunset
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What to expect on a boat tour in Aruba

Most boat tours in Aruba depart from the calm, turquoise waters off Palm Beach and cruise along the island's northwest coast, where the water stays flat and clear for most of the year. Catamarans and sailboats stop over the island's reefs and near the Antilla Shipwreck, one of the largest shipwreck dives in the Caribbean, giving snorkelers an easy look at coral and tropical fish just below the surface.

Many cruises include an open bar, so you can sip a rum punch between snorkel stops or while watching the sun dip below the horizon on a sunset sail. Crews handle the sailing, snorkel gear, and safety briefing, so first-timers and confident swimmers alike can relax and enjoy the ride.

If you'd rather keep the boat to just your own group, private boat charters put a captain and crew at your disposal for a few hours or a full day, whether that means quiet coastal cruising, a dedicated snorkel stop, or celebrating out on the water.

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Catamaran Dolphin Sunset Adventure Cruise incl. open bar
Best SellerFamily Tours
Delphi Watersports

Catamaran Dolphin Sunset Adventure Cruise incl. open bar

4.52 hours
$50 p.p.
Sailing & Snorkeling Cruise incl. open bar
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Pelican Adventures

Sailing & Snorkeling Cruise incl. open bar

4.12.5 hours
$62 p.p.
Booba's Pontoon Tours Aruba
Ideal For Big GroupsFamily Tours
Booba's Pontoon Tours

Booba's Pontoon Tours Aruba

4.53 hours
$72 p.p.
Luxury Lagoon Cruise incl. open bar
Adults OnlyAdventure
Pelican Adventures

Luxury Lagoon Cruise incl. open bar

4.35 hours
$155 p.p.
Catamaran Dolphin Snorkeling Adventure Cruise incl. open bar
Best SellerFamily Tours
Delphi Watersports

Catamaran Dolphin Snorkeling Adventure Cruise incl. open bar

4.53 hours
$65 p.p.
Private Boat Charter
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Midnight Sun

Private Boat Charter

4.6
498 per hour
Sunset Cruise incl. open bar
Best SellerOpen Bar
Pelican Adventures

Sunset Cruise incl. open bar

4.12 hours
$79 p.p.
Tropical Sailing Experience
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Tropical Sailing

Tropical Sailing Experience

4 hours
$135 p.p.
Champagne Brunch & Aqua Safari incl. open bar
Family Tours
Pelican Adventures

Champagne Brunch & Aqua Safari incl. open bar

4.34 hours
$92 p.p.
Private Boat Ride
Adventure
Delphi Watersports

Private Boat Ride

4.51 to 7 hours
195 per hour
Havana Sunset Cruise incl. open bar
Open Bar
Pelican Adventures

Havana Sunset Cruise incl. open bar

4.32 hours
$79 p.p.
Private Catamaran Charter
Day Tours
De Palm Tours

Private Catamaran Charter

4.63 hours
Starting at $1800
Exclusive Dinner Cruise
Adults OnlyFood & Drinks
Pelican Adventures

Exclusive Dinner Cruise

4.13 to 5 hours
$79 p.p.
Sailing & Snorkeling Cruise incl. open bar
Best SellerFamily Tours
Pelican Adventures

Sailing & Snorkeling Cruise incl. open bar

4.12.5 hours
$62 p.p.
Catamaran Dolphin Snorkeling Adventure Cruise incl. open bar
Best SellerFamily Tours
Delphi Watersports

Catamaran Dolphin Snorkeling Adventure Cruise incl. open bar

4.53 hours
$65 p.p.
Booba's Pontoon Tours Aruba
Ideal For Big GroupsFamily Tours
Booba's Pontoon Tours

Booba's Pontoon Tours Aruba

4.53 hours
$72 p.p.
Champagne Brunch & Aqua Safari incl. open bar
Family Tours
Pelican Adventures

Champagne Brunch & Aqua Safari incl. open bar

4.34 hours
$92 p.p.
Catamaran Dolphin Sunset Adventure Cruise incl. open bar
Best SellerFamily Tours
Delphi Watersports

Catamaran Dolphin Sunset Adventure Cruise incl. open bar

4.52 hours
$50 p.p.
Sunset Cruise incl. open bar
Best SellerOpen Bar
Pelican Adventures

Sunset Cruise incl. open bar

4.12 hours
$79 p.p.
Havana Sunset Cruise incl. open bar
Open Bar
Pelican Adventures

Havana Sunset Cruise incl. open bar

4.32 hours
$79 p.p.
Luxury Lagoon Cruise incl. open bar
Adults OnlyAdventure
Pelican Adventures

Luxury Lagoon Cruise incl. open bar

4.35 hours
$155 p.p.
Tropical Sailing Experience
RecommendedDay Tours
Tropical Sailing

Tropical Sailing Experience

4 hours
$135 p.p.
Private Catamaran Charter
Day Tours
De Palm Tours

Private Catamaran Charter

4.63 hours
Starting at $1800
Private Boat Charter
RecommendedDay Tours
Midnight Sun

Private Boat Charter

4.6
498 per hour
Private Boat Ride
Adventure
Delphi Watersports

Private Boat Ride

4.51 to 7 hours
195 per hour
Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Wear your swimsuit under casual, lightweight clothing, and bring a cover-up, sunglasses, and reef-safe sunscreen. Most boats provide a place to store your bag and dry clothes for after.

Yes, snorkel cruises include masks, snorkels, and fins in the price, along with a quick briefing before you get in the water. Flotation vests are also available for less confident swimmers.

Most cruises include an open bar with beer, rum punch, and soft drinks, and many also serve snacks or a light meal such as a brunch or barbecue, depending on the tour.

Many operators recommend that pregnant guests check with their doctor first, and some tours aren't suitable at certain stages of pregnancy. It's best to confirm directly with the operator before booking.

Group sizes vary by boat and tour, from small private charters just for your party to larger catamarans shared with other travelers. If you'd rather keep it private, look at the private boat charter options.

Boat tours depend on wind and sea conditions, and operators will reschedule or refund you if a tour is cancelled for weather. Most tours also offer a full refund if you cancel up to 24 hours in advance.

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