Glass Bottom Boat, 3 Snorkel Sites, 10 Max

Aruba Snorkel Sites by Glass Bottom Boat

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from $60 per person

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Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Meeting point: Island Cabana hut, Malmok
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Run by: Malmok Charters

Overview

This hour and a half trip with Malmok Charters runs from the Island Cabana on L.G. Smith Boulevard in Noord, where the crew meets guests right at the water beside the white hut. The boat itself is the main draw: the whole bottom is glass, so passengers watch the reef pass beneath their feet on the way out. Reviewers regularly report seeing a shipwreck, sea turtles and schools of fish without getting wet at all.

The trip stops at snorkel sites where those who want to can jump in. Reviewers describe large numbers of fish around the swimmers. Snorkel gear, bottled water and soda are all provided, so there is little to organize beyond arriving at the meeting point with a swimsuit.

The format suits mixed groups well. Several reviewers mention travelling with partners or family members who preferred to stay dry, and the glass bottom meant those people saw the same fish, turtles and wreck as the swimmers. With a cap of ten travellers per departure, it stays a small outing rather than a crowd.

What's Included

Included

Use of snorkelling equipment
Bottled water
Soda/Pop

Itinerary

Meet at Island CabanaMeet the crew at the Malmok Charters white hut in front of Island Cabana on L.G. Smith Boulevard, Noord, right at the water with the boat.
Board the glass bottom boatSettle in on a boat with a fully glass bottom for the ride out to the snorkel sites.
View the reef from the boatWatch the underwater world through the glass floor, including a shipwreck, turtles and fish, without entering the water.
Snorkel the sitesStop at the snorkel sites where gear is provided. Staying aboard is an option for non-swimmers.
Return to the meeting pointThe activity ends back at the Island Cabana meeting point, one hour 30 minutes after departure.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will help travellers get the most from this trip.

Bring swimwear. Snorkel equipment is included, so arrive at the meeting point ready to get in the water if you plan to swim.
Dry option exists. Several reviewers said companions who did not want to swim still saw turtles, fish and the shipwreck through the glass bottom. This makes the trip workable for mixed groups.
Small group feel. The tour runs with a maximum of ten travellers. Reviewers who came in groups described friendly, knowledgeable crew and a relaxed atmosphere.
Drinks provided. Bottled water and soda or pop are included, along with the snorkel gear. One reviewer specifically mentioned being given sodas on board.
Fish gather at the boat. One reviewer described crew throwing bread to attract fish, though feeding fish breaks Aruba's rules, with large numbers arriving around the swimmers.
Getting your bearings. One reviewer noted the clear floor takes a little getting used to at first, but still called the trip fun.

Common issues. Hotel pickup is not included, so travellers make their own way to the Island Cabana hut on L.G. Smith Boulevard. The trip is not wheelchair accessible and the listing advises against it for travellers with back problems, pregnant travellers or those with serious heart conditions. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded, and the tour needs both good weather and a minimum number of travellers; if it is cancelled for either reason, a different date or a full refund is offered. One reviewer mentioned the glass bottom taking some getting used to.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

Snorkel equipment, bottled water and soda or pop are all included. Hotel pickup is not included, and the tour starts and finishes at the Island Cabana meeting point in Noord.

Where Does The Tour Meet?

The crew meets guests at the Malmok Charters white hut in front of Island Cabana on L.G. Smith Boulevard in Noord, right at the water where the boat waits. The activity ends back at the same spot.

How Long Is The Tour?

The trip lasts one hour 30 minutes from departure to return. Reviewers with families said the snorkeling time felt well judged for the length of the outing.

Can I Join If I Do Not Want To Swim?

Yes. Several reviewers travelled with companions who stayed on board, and the fully glass bottom let them see fish, turtles and the shipwreck from the boat. Snorkeling is the optional part, not the only way to see the reef.

Is The Tour Suitable For Everyone?

The listing says most travellers can participate, with a maximum of ten per departure. However, it is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for pregnant travellers or those with back problems or serious heart conditions.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

A full refund is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time, with no refunds or changes inside that window. The tour also requires good weather and a minimum number of travellers, and if it is cancelled for either reason you are offered a different date or a full refund.