Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel, Open Bar, Lunch

Aruba: Snorkel Cruise with Open Bar and Light Lunch

★ 4.7 466 reviews

from $69 per person

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Duration: 3 hours
Meeting point: Delphi Watersports beach, in front of the Hyatt Regency
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meal: Included
Run by: Delphi Watersports Aruba

Overview

Three hours on the Dolphin catamaran with Delphi Watersports Aruba, built around two snorkel stops and an open bar that runs the whole trip. You check in at the beach in front of the Hyatt Regency towel hut in Noord, since no hotel pickup or drop-off is part of this product. Once aboard, the crew hands out masks, snorkels, fins and flotation jackets, and the bar serves Caribbean cocktails, mixed drinks and juices while music plays.

The first stop is the Antilla, a 398.3-foot German freighter scuttled in January 1940, lying beneath the surface with its highest points about 15 feet down. Snorkelling over a wreck of this size is the main draw, and reviewers regularly single it out as the highlight of the day. The boat then moves to Catalina Bay, a shallow bay with reef and colourful fish, where the mood shifts from sightseeing to play. A rope swing and a spinning water slide are rigged off the boat.

Before the sail back, the crew serves a light lunch while the bar stays open. The meal is modest, and some past guests suggest treating it as a snack rather than a meal. The trip suits families, couples and older travellers alike, with reviewers reporting good experiences both with children and with parents in their sixties. It runs rain or shine, and the atmosphere is upbeat and social rather than quiet, so anyone after a silent cruise should know there is music and dancing.

What's Included

Included

Sailboat tour
Snorkeling equipment
Picnic lunch
Open bar

Not Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Tips

Itinerary

Meet at the beachCheck in at Delphi Watersports Aruba, at the beach in front of the Hyatt Regency towel hut in Noord. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.
Board the catamaranClimb aboard the Dolphin catamaran, where snorkelling gear is provided and the open bar opens for the sail along the coast.
Snorkel the Antilla wreckFirst stop is the Antilla, a 398.3-foot German freighter scuttled in January 1940, during World War II. The wreck lies fully under the surface, its highest points about 15 feet down.
Catalina Bay reefSecond stop is a shallow bay with reef and colourful fish. A rope swing and spinning water slide are available here.
Lunch and return sailThe crew serves a light lunch before the boat sails back to the departure point. The open bar stays available on the way in.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points shape how this trip goes, from what the lunch actually is to how loud the boat gets.

Bring the basics. The listing asks for swimwear, a towel and a passport or ID copy. One reviewer also wished for bottled water on board, so bringing your own is a safe move.
Snorkel gear included. Masks with snorkels, fins and flotation jackets are all provided. Reviewers confirmed the crew supplied everything needed, so there is no reason to pack your own unless you prefer it.
Lunch is light. The meal is exactly what the listing promises: light. Reviewers describe a half wrap or mini sandwich, and several suggest bringing snacks if you expect a real meal.
Party-leaning vibe. Music plays throughout, and at least one reviewer mentioned dancing on board. Travellers who want peace and quiet may find it loud, while families and groups generally enjoy the energy.
Wildlife luck varies. The wreck is a fixed feature, but reef fish numbers vary between visits. Some reviewers saw abundant fish, others saw few, though a few were lucky enough to swim near a sea turtle.
Runs rain or shine. The listing states the tour goes ahead whatever the weather. Pack accordingly and check conditions on the day.

Common issues. The light lunch is the most frequent complaint, with reviewers calling the portions small and suggesting snacks or a proper meal beforehand. The open bar is limited in variety, described by one traveller as fruit punch plus vodka or gin rather than a wide cocktail menu. One reviewer also felt the crew gave little context about the sites, noting the history of the German wreck was never explained. As the listing makes clear, tips and hotel transfers are not included.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

The catamaran sail, snorkelling equipment, a picnic-style light lunch and the open bar are all included. Tips are not included, and neither is hotel pickup or drop-off. The tour lasts 3 hours and is run in English.

Is Hotel Pickup Provided?

No. There is no hotel pickup or drop-off with this product. You meet the operator at the beach in front of the Hyatt Regency towel hut in Noord, Aruba.

What Is The Lunch Like?

It is deliberately light. Reviewers describe a half chicken salad or tuna salad wrap, or a mini sandwich with fruit. If you want a substantial meal, eat beforehand or bring snacks.

Is This Tour Good For Kids And Older Travellers?

Several reviewers travelled with children who enjoyed the snorkelling, and one family reported that relatives in their sixties loved it. The boat has a rope swing and water slide, and flotation jackets are provided for snorkelling.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Inside that window, the listing does not state a refund, so check the booking page before committing.

What Should I Bring?

Swimwear, a towel and a passport or ID copy are requested by the listing. Given the small lunch, snacks are also worth packing.