Arusun Catamaran Sail with Snorkeling in Aruba

Recommended by 96% of travelers

Aruba

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.8

· MaryAnne_C ·

Jan 2026

This was an amazing trip. The crew was fantastic. Attentive to our needs, funny and kind! We had two opportunities to snorkel. All equipment was provided. We saw the sunken ship! The snacks provided were delicious - tuna and chicken wraps and freshly cut pineapple. It was a beautiful experience from start to finish! Smooth sailing and sunshine in beautiful Aruba!!

· Katherine_C ·

Apr 2026

This was a fantastic excursion! The catamaran had about 50 people onboard but it never felt crowded. Plenty of room and equipment for everyone. Included chicken and tuna salad wraps and unlimited tropical cocktails. The kids loved the swing off the side of the boat! The snorkeling was lovely. We went to a shipwreck and a reef. The value was great for this trip and the crew was great!

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Overview

Explore the waters around Aruba aboard a 65-foot (20-meter) catamaran, the 'Arusun'. During your cruise, relax on the spacious deck and enjoy hospitality from your friendly captain and first mate. Find a spot in the sun, the shady back end of the boat, or in the nets up front. Enjoy snacks and drinks from the open bar. Stop to snorkel at the Antilla Shipwreck and Catalina Bay using the complimentary snorkel equipment.

Sail the waters around Aruba on the 'Arusun', a 65-foot (20-meter) catamaran
Spread out and relax in the sun or shade on the spacious deck, enjoying snacks and drinks from the open bar
Stop to snorkel at some of the island's best sites using the provided snorkel equipment
An open bar, and snacks make this a great value

What's Included

Use of Snorkeling equipment

Use of Snorkelling equipment
Snacks
Alcoholic Beverages

Unlimited Open Bar includes: whisky, rum, vodka, juices, soda, and water

Hotel pickup
Hotel drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Aruba Watersports Center
J.E. Irausquin Blvd 81-B, Noord, Aruba
Located on the high-rise area of Palm Beach between the Hilton and the Barcelo resorts on the beach in a brown building facing the ocean. Check-in 30 minutes before departure.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Spend time out on the waters around Aruba, and go snorkeling, with this catamaran cruise from Palm Beach. Choose from morning or afternoon departure, and cruise along the coast of Aruba on a 65-foot (20-meter) catamaran, with a captain and crew, shaded seats, lounging nets, and plenty of space for just 35 passengers.

Meet at the pier at Palm Beach to check in and board a zodiac rubber boat, which will take you to the catamaran. As you cruise along, enjoy snacks and drinks from an open bar. Conditions permitting, your first stop will be at the Antilla Shipwreck for snorkeling with the provided gear. Afterwards, enjoy a second snorkeling stop at Catalina Bay.

The cruise ends back at the departure point.

Adventure Sports Aruba

Boca Cataavlina

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Lora_S

My friend and I had such an amazing experience on our catamaran tour with Arusun! From start to finish, everything exceeded expectations. The staff truly made the trip. Pablo and Nathan were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and interactive the entire time. They created such a fun, relaxed atmosphere and made sure everyone felt comfortable and included. The experience itself was the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation. We had two snorkel stops, each offering something unique. The first stop was at a shipwreck and was a bit more advanced, but still very manageable, especially with life jackets and all snorkeling equipment provided. And the rope swing added such a fun, memorable touch! The second snorkel stop was much more lowkey and easy, located closer to the beach with beautiful, clear blue water. It was perfect for just floating and enjoying the scenery. I even saw a sea turtle at both stops, which made the experience even more special. The food and drinks were also amazing, definitely a highlight and more than we expected from a tour. Overall, we have absolutely no complaints. I would 100% book with Arusun again if we return to Aruba and will definitely be recommending this tour to friends and family!

Reviews

4.8

based on 2,534 reviews

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Denise_M, Apr 2026

The crew was really nice, but the snorkeling spots could’ve been better. There could’ve been some more music like the other catamaran’s.

Experience was wonderful....

Alicia_V, Apr 2026

Experience was wonderful. A lot more affordable than other catamaran excursions listed on Viator, but you wouldn’t know it as the experience was top tier. Staff was fun and engaging. Catamaran was lovely with a shaded area and places to lay out. The shipwreck was impressive to see and the while the second snorkeling spot the coral was looking a little worse for wear there were many fish. There was a rope swing to jump off the boat, the staff took music suggestions and the snacks and beverages were delightful. Highly recommend.

Awesome catamaran sailing day

John_F, Apr 2026

The staff was great, weather was perfect and the captain and co captain Andrew was amazing We had an amazing time, the food, drinks and music were top shelf I will recommend this catamaran cruise to all my friends and family and will absolutely rebook again

Relaxing and easy way to...

Paula_B, Apr 2026

Relaxing and easy way to spend a couple hours. Saw the shipwreck and then went to see some fish and a little coral.

Awesome trip

Nicole_I, Apr 2026

It was an awesome experience. The staff were friendly, and responsible. They gave clear instructions about safety.

Don’t miss this one!

Katherine_C, Apr 2026

Great way to enjoy Aruba...

Lori_F, Apr 2026

Great way to enjoy Aruba on the water! The catamaran was comfortable and the crew was great! My husband loved the snorkeling too!

You can’t beat being on a boat

Nathan_A, Apr 2026

This is a great afternoon activity and well worth the cost. The crew was fun, serving up drinks and wraps the entire trip. We laid out in the sun and snorkeled at both locations over the 2.5 hours. We saw lots of fish at the shipwreck and two turtles on the second stop. Really can’t ask for more. The boat was clean with a toilet if needed.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for the great review. We’re so glad you enjoyed the afternoon with us — from the snorkeling and turtle sightings to relaxing in the sun with drinks and wraps. Happy to hear the boat and crew made everything comfortable. We appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again on the water.

Snorkeling Adventure

Jean_K, Apr 2026

Nathan & Andrew took care of us (along with the other 20 ppl) aboard the catamaran (formerly used for racing). Captain Nathan did a fantastic job as our tour guide and he seemed to be everywhere, all the time (checking out life jackets, snorkel equipment & pushing people off the swing. Bartender Andrew made us strong Caribbean Rum Punch & prepared the pineapples, chicken & tuna snacks. Luckily we didn’t have to sail far to get to the two snorkeling locations, so we had plenty of time to swim and play.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for the great review. We’re so glad Nathan and Andrew made your day on the catamaran unforgettable. Nathan’s energy and guidance, paired with Andrew’s rum punch and fresh snacks, always make the trip special. Happy you enjoyed the snorkeling and extra time to relax. Hope to see you aboard again.

Great snorkeling experience for first timers!

Agatha_C, Apr 2026

Enjoyable experience! It was a bit overcrowded but the crew was super nice and accommodating. The snorkeling was great for a first timer.

Never snorkeled? Gotta do this trip!

Scott_T, Apr 2026

Perfect AM trip for beginning or first time snorkeling. Family friendly, music and food. Crew was fabulous.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for the lovely review. We’re so glad you enjoyed the perfect morning out—great for beginners, families, and anyone looking for fun with music, food, and a fabulous crew. We appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again on the water.

Aruba (island is beautiful)

Cesar_M, Apr 2026

Amazing 2 person crew. 1st stop by the shipwreck was a little choppy but worth seeing. Had lots of fishes and saw 1 sea turtle. 2nd stop was more relaxing and less choppy. Not that many fishes. But the whole excursion experience and customer services was amazing.

Fun in the Sun

Anna_L, Apr 2026

Great day on a beautiful island. The staff was super friendly and attentive. They played great music and were very engaging.

So much fun!

Lisa_S, Apr 2026

Great fun! The captain and guides made the day so fun! There were two snorkeling stops and the fish were amazing!

My boyfriend and I had...

Deja_M, Apr 2026

My boyfriend and I had such an amazing experience on this excursion! We spent the majority of our time on the second stop, and got to see a lot of beautiful fish. The drinks and snacks were great- we look forward to going back in the future!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for the lovely review. We’re so glad you and your boyfriend had an amazing time, especially at the second stop with all the beautiful fish. Happy to hear you enjoyed the drinks, snacks, and the whole experience. We’d love to welcome you back on your next visit.

Crew members were...

Jeffrey_W, Apr 2026

Crew members were amazing. Started promptly. A ton of fun. Snacks were great, whole experience was nice.

Best Ever

Mccuistion, Apr 2026

These boys are absolute legends - had the best time with our three boys (2y; 6y & 9y). Everything was great

Great Fun!

Jonathan_H, Apr 2026

Great experience. Fun and informative guides. My son (14 yrs) and I did this trip. The sunken ship is really cool and an interesting experience. We felt safe and appropriately supervised. The rope swing was a blast and between the 2 of us must have gone a dozen times! Highly recommend this trip!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for the wonderful review. We’re so glad you and your son had a great time. The sunken ship, the rope swing, and our guides all aim to make the experience fun and safe, and it’s great to hear you enjoyed it all. We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again.

We booked this experience...

Sara_K, Mar 2026

We booked this experience the night before. It was so easy to book and we had the best time! The staff was amazing, both snorkeling adventures were awesome. Our 8 and 11 year old girls loved it!

Do it!

Dianne_L, Mar 2026

Perfect quick adventure! This catamaran snorkeling trip is only 2.5 hours long, so you still have your whole day. Captain Amanda and crew were friendly, fun, and great with beginners. Snorkeling was easy and enjoyable, even for first timers, and the swing into the ocean was an awesome bonus. Also, recommend the Rum punch, and the Amanda special 🍹 Worth every penny!

Family friendly and worth the money.

Erin_F, Mar 2026

We had an amazing experience. Amanda was fantastic. Great for kids! The boat was a great size for the amount of people on the trip. Rope swing was so much fun!

Very Enjoyable!

DAVID_N, Mar 2026

Gabriel and Andrew were fantastic! We had a fantastic time, the Captain Gabriel and First Mate Andrew made it so much more enjoyable. They were both courteous and pleasant. Water and snorkeling was perfect.

My friend and I had such...

Lora_S, Mar 2026

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you so much for joining us on the Arusun tour! We’re thrilled to hear you had such an amazing time. Pablo and Nathan will be so happy to know they helped make the trip fun, relaxed, and memorable. The mix of snorkel stops, the rope swing, great food and drinks, and even sea turtles — it all sounds like the perfect day on the water. We truly appreciate your recommendation and would love to welcome you back the next time you’re in Aruba!

Best experience ever!

Kevin_S, Mar 2026

Capt. Gabriel and crew were awesome! My kids said it was the best part of our vacation. We can’t wait to do it again when we come back to Aruba.

Great crew leading the...

Brad_B, Mar 2026

Great crew leading the experience! Made the excursion fun for everyone. The vibe was outstanding and I would recommend.

Our hosts were so fun!...

Sarah_T, Mar 2026

Our hosts were so fun! Felt safe & had a very good time. Drinks yummy & snack wraps hit the spot. Definitely try their sexy rum punch. Would recommend to any family or friends. They had 2 snorkel stops- one easier and one more challenging, so it's good for everyone.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you so much for joining us! Our hosts will be thrilled to hear you had such a fun and safe experience. We’re glad you enjoyed the drinks, the snack wraps, and of course the famous sexy rum punch. The mix of an easy snorkel stop and a more adventurous one really does make the trip great for everyone. We appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again on your next Aruba getaway!

So much fun! We did the...

Lindsey_S, Mar 2026

So much fun! We did the 2.5 hour snorkeling trip which was the perfect time for us. First stop at a shipwreck and then Catalina bay which was a bit more relaxing. Staff was exceptional!!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you so much for joining us! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a fun time on the 2.5‑hour snorkeling trip. The shipwreck and Catalina Bay make a perfect combo, and our team will be so happy to know they helped make your experience exceptional. We hope to see you again on your next visit to Aruba!

The Bee’s knees

Kevin_H, Mar 2026

Great experience, fantastic crew, would recommend! Our teenage daughter and her friend both agreed that the rope swing was their favorite part.

My party and I had a...

Kayla_I, Mar 2026

My party and I had a great time on the trip and the second mate - Andrew- the captain of the boat and the skippers were fantastic. We had several issues with the check-in clerk (can’t remember her name) but other than that would 10 out of 10 recommend.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We’re so glad to hear that you and your party had a great time on the water and that Andrew, our captain, and the skippers helped make the trip memorable. We appreciate your feedback about check‑in as well — we’ll make sure it’s passed along so we can continue improving. Thank you again for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Aruba!

Gabriel (captain) and Andrew (first mate) were excellent leaders and made the trip super fun.

Andrew_M, Mar 2026

Gabriel (captain) and first made Andrew were excellent leaders. We got to see the wreckage of a German freighter from WW2 as well as impressive coral. The price was extremely reasonable for the 2.5 excursion that included drinks and food as well

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you so much for joining us! We’re thrilled to hear that Gabriel and Andrew made your excursion such a great experience. The Antilla wreck and the coral are always incredible to see, and we’re glad you enjoyed it all. We also appreciate your kind words about the value of the tour. Hope to welcome you back on the water next time you’re in Aruba!