Private Aruba Snorkeling Excursion with Rum Punch
Recommended by 98% of travelers
Aruba
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Most snorkeling trips in Aruba crowd passengers onto big boats. This private tour is just for your group, which lets you avoid crowds and create your own itinerary for a personalized experience. Aboard a 26-foot Bayliner boat, you'll head for Catalina Bay where you can snorkel in shallow waters and spot angel fish, damsel fish and more.
- Private tour, exclusively for your party: A personalized experience
- Flexibility to adjust the itinerary to your preferences
- Snorkel in shallow waters filled with diverse marine wildlife
- Suitable for all levels of snorkeling experience, including beginners
What's Included
- Use of Snorkeling equipmentUse of Snorkelling equipment
- Bottled water
- Rum punch
- Soft drinks
- Octopus souvenir
- Food
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
What To Expect
1
Malmok Beach
2
Boca Cataavlina
3
Adventure Sports Aruba
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Children are welcome and infants under two cruise free
- We offer free pick-up for all hotels listed (high rise hotels), if your hotel is not listed, we offer pick-up and drop-off service for $10 per person round trip.
- Bring a towel, sun cream and sunglasses
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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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
Bruce_S
Captain Lex was fantastic ! He was so attentive and very knowledgeable ! He taught us a lot about snorkeling that we didn’t know and also about the waters of Aruba ! I got sea sick and he was so nice and concerned for me and how I was feeling . Rum punch was so tasty lol . Would 100 % recommend this tour !!!
Reviews
4.9
based on 556 reviews
courtney_f, May 2026
Amazing start to finish. The crew was friendly and knowledgeable and the amenities were great! Zero complaints, we had a great time.
Christy_H, May 2026
Absolutely great experience! Roger our boat driver was fantastic and informative! Nice boat and equipment! Of course rum punch was good!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for the great review! We’re happy you enjoyed the boat, equipment, and rum punch, and that Roger made the trip informative and fun. Hope to have you back on board soon!
Andrew_L, Apr 2026
Great private snorkeling experience with Octopus. Captain Lex was terrific in bringing us to two sites and in giving us snorkeling guidance. Had gone with Octopus a number of times and this was the first time with Captain Lex.
Communication prior to excursion was excellent. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your snorkeling trip and that Captain Lex made it a memorable experience. We truly appreciate your continued trust in Octopus and hope to welcome you back again soon!
kacraft65, Apr 2026
Such a fun way to snorkel and get around. Way better than party barge type options! Lex was awesome. Learned history of shipwreck and he was careful letting us choose where and how long to stay on a rough ish day. Waist floats helped ! And showed us th best spots he snorkels. Saw sooooo many fish and. Sea turtles and never bumped into anyone else !
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the awesome review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the more personal snorkeling experience and got to see so many fish and sea turtles. Lex will be happy to hear your kind words. Hope to have you back out with us again soon!
Danielle_M, Apr 2026
Lex was awesome - this was the highlight of our trip. We were lucky to find a large school of sardines and saw several turtles. It was great.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you! We’re glad Lex made your trip a highlight and that you enjoyed the sardines and turtles. Hope to see you again.
Amanda_O, Apr 2026
Trip was fantastic! Our Captain Lex was so knowledgeable and took us to great spots. He was wonderful with my 8 and 10 year old. Would definitely book this trip again and again!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you, we’re glad you had a fantastic trip with Lex. Great to hear he made it fun for the kids too. We’d love to have you back again.
Bruce_S, Mar 2026
Captain Lex was fantastic ! He was so attentive and very knowledgeable ! He taught us a lot about snorkeling that we didn’t know and also about the waters of Aruba ! I got sea sick and he was so nice and concerned for me and how I was feeling . Rum punch was so tasty lol . Would 100 % recommend this tour !!!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We’re so happy you had a great time with Captain Lex he’ll love hearing this! 🌊
We’re especially glad he took great care of you and that you enjoyed the snorkeling and rum punch 🍹 Hope to have you back again soon! 💙
Merritt_M, Feb 2026
Great time with Captan Lex - very knowledgeable about the area and timed our experience so that we were virtually by ourselves.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you had a great time with Captain Lex. His knowledge and attention to timing truly make the experience special. We hope to welcome you aboard again soon! 🌊✨
Sydney_W, Feb 2026
we had a great time. easy to communicate in advance. easy pick up right on the beach. my boyfriend and i had different levels of experience and interest in snorkeling ams had an equal amount of fun. captain lex was so chill and made it enjoyable and gave us some history. would recommend for an easy snorkeling trip and a gold value.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review!
We’re thrilled to hear you both had a great time, regardless of your snorkeling experience, and that Captain Lex made it fun and informative. 🐠🌊
We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another easy, enjoyable snorkeling adventure!
Abe_C, Jan 2026
We went private snorkeling excursion, just the two of us
Our captain was LEX. I hope I’m spelling his name right a wonderful guy originally from the Netherlands. I would ask for him if you can.
My wife is a very good snorkeler, but I am not quite a beginner, but not quite comfortable. He took us to quiet areas where we saw a fish, but it wasn’t overly challenging with waves. It was very beneficial plus, he wasn’t a very good instructor and he was patient and gave us good tips as to how to snorkel. It made a huge difference to have him.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that Captain Lex made your private snorkeling excursion so enjoyable and tailored the trip to your comfort level. It’s great that his patience and tips helped make snorkeling easier and more fun for you. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him he’ll be delighted! 🐠🤿⛵
Katy_D, Jan 2026
Captain Lex is a talented boat captain.
He is very knowledgable in snorkeling and scuba diving.
He made us very comfortable during the excursion, offering history of the areas we moored in.
The rum punch is the best I’ve ever had!
We would recommend his services and will book with him again when back at the Island!
Paul_B, Dec 2025
we had an excellent experience with Lux. He was very knowledgeable safety conscience organized on time and very friendly. We would recommend him to anyone.
Nicolle_Z, Nov 2025
We had a great time with our 10 & 6 year olds. The private boat ride was so helpful to maximize our comfort and snorkeling fun. We saw turtles, schools of fish, sting rays, urchins, crabs - and had a wonderful time!
Our kids had been snorkeling off the shore, but not in open water and it was our first time in Aruba, so knowing where to safely go to see beautiful underwater life was important.
Highly recommend!
Nicole_S, Nov 2025
Very good experience! Saw lots fish and a turtle it was the best experience snorkeling we had on Aruba
CynthiaM_F, Nov 2025
We were on a cruise and found everything changed at the last minute. We were very stressed by the time we got to Aruba. Once we got on the boat with Lex, he immediately got us into the “one happy island“ state of mind. He shared interesting history and valuable information. He took us to the best snorkeling spot that we have ever experienced in any of our travels. He told us exactly what to do to make the most of our time in the water. Most important of all, he made us feel like family. We highly recommend Just do it! (Be sure to ask for Lex!)
Ashley_R, Oct 2025
We booked a private snorkeling tour with Octopus, and it was truly the highlight of our trip! From start to finish, Captain Shaka made the experience unforgettable. It was our first time snorkeling, so we were a bit nervous, but Shaka was incredibly helpful, patient, and informative. He made us feel safe and confident the entire time.
He took us to two stunning snorkeling spots, including the breathtaking Antilla shipwreck and an area where we got to swim with sea turtles! The sights were absolutely surreal. Crystal clear water, vibrant marine life, and the sense of calm that only being out at sea can bring.
To top it all off, it was my birthday, and Shaka made the vibe feel so celebratory. He brought the good energy with great music, delicious rum punch, and pure island vibes. It honestly felt like a private party on the water!
If you’re heading to Aruba and want a safe, fun, and unforgettable snorkeling experience, do yourself a favor and book with Octopus and definitely ask for Captain Shaka. He made our day so special, and we’ll never forget It!
veronica_T, Sep 2025
I’m very late writing this review, but the captain was great. The snorkeling was beautiful! We had a great time.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are glad to hear you enjoyed the snorkeling and had a great time with our captain. At Octopus Aruba we are committed to offering relaxed sailing and the best snorkeling spots on the island, and we hope to welcome you back on board soon.
Best regards, Octopus Aruba
Laurel_C, Sep 2025
Lex was amazing! Knowledgeable and fun- the private tour was worth it! Great spots! We saw sea turtles and the shipwreck and was the highlight of our trip!
Valerie_F, Sep 2025
Our tour guide was fabulous and very knowlegible!!! Took us to some great areas to snorkel and was very helpful!
Andrew_L, Sep 2025
Very strange start to our tour. We were waiting on the beach to be picked up and the boat did not show up at out meeting time. When we called the tour operator about minutes after when the tour was supposed to start, they told us the boat was running late and should be there shortly. Fifteen minutes later it still had not showed up so we called again and this time they realized the boat had picked up another family who had claimed they were us (even though they were four people and we were a party of three) and had already gone out to a snorkel site. When they realized what had happened, the captain had to get the family who had impersonated us back on the boat and came back to the meeting point to drop them off and pick us up.
Once our tour got under way (about 45 minutes late), it was fine. Captain Shaka brought us to two spots and we enjoyed the snorkeling, seeing lots of fish.
Overall, a good tour but just a really strange start.
Elsa_B, Aug 2025
We absolutely loved this private tour. Our guides were fun and friendly, made us feel very comfortable. We were able to choose 2 locations for our snorkeling experience and we saw so many colorful fish and coral. We were lucky enough to also spot some sea turtles. Highly recommend, don’t miss out!
Ostra_J, Jul 2025
My daughter and I went out on this snorkeling adventure with Lex. It was amazing. We saw about 10 sea turtles and their babies - almost swam into one, and saw tons of fish. During our ride from one location to the next, Lex told us about the history of Aruba which I really enjoyed as well.
Patricia_F, Jul 2025
Great experience! Captain Boyd was awesome! Picked us up at the beach and took us to the best spots and avoided the crowds. Would highly recommend.
Meredith_S, Jul 2025
Lexi was a fantastic captain/guide. Perfect for our snorkeling excursion with our two teen boys lots of fish and we got to see the sea turtles !!!
Kelly_M, Jul 2025
2 hrs goes by quick, we had a great time.
Felt safe, hydrated, and informed about the area we snorkled.
Glenesha_S, Jun 2025
It was absolutely Amazing! Captain Lex is so knowledgeable and taught my children so many things! He knew this was our first time so he explained everything extremely well. I definitely recommend Captain Lex! We will be asking for him when we return!
Logan_M, Jun 2025
We had a very good time snorkeling.
It was unique experience. The captain was wonderful. He explained history, informed us about other beaches around Aruba.
Monifa_H, Jun 2025
We had such an amazing time on the boat. Boi took us out on the boat and made sure we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. I could not have asked for a better experience.
gregory_m, Jun 2025
Amazing boat, snorkle sites and drinks. Captain Boi was outstanding, knew what he was doing and he was very knowledgeable!
Dhruv_S, Jun 2025
Boi took his time with everything and made sure we understood the terrain and where to go and how to look for the most marine life and everything very knowledgeable and also very helpful
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