Octopus Private Snorkel Trip, Rum Punch

Private Aruba Snorkeling Excursion with Rum Punch

★ 4.9 610 reviews

from $140 per person, private tour (only your group takes part)

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Duration: 2 hours
Meeting point: Octopus Aruba beach hut, Palm Beach
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Run by: Octopus Aruba

Overview

This two-hour private charter from Octopus Aruba puts a boat and captain at your group's disposal, departing from the company's beach hut on Palm Beach behind the Holiday Inn. Only your party is aboard, which reviewers repeatedly say is the main draw: captains can time stops before the crowds arrive and let you choose how long to stay at each site.

The boat stops for snorkelling at more than one location, with the captain giving snorkelling guidance, as several travellers mention. Equipment is provided, along with bottled water, soft drinks, rum punch and an Octopus souvenir at the end. Food is not included, so eat beforehand. Hotel pickup is included for listed high-rise hotels; if your hotel is not on the list, pickup and drop-off costs $10 per person round trip.

It suits families with children and travellers who want a personal experience rather than a crowded party boat. Boarding happens ten minutes before the start time, and the trip ends back at the same beach hut.

What's Included

Included

Use of snorkelling equipment
Bottled water
Rum punch
Soft drinks
Octopus souvenir

Not Included

Food

Itinerary

Hotel pickupFree pickup is offered for listed high-rise hotels. For hotels not on the list, pickup and drop-off is available at $10 per person round trip.
Meet at Palm Beach hutBoarding takes place ten minutes before the start time.
Snorkel stop oneThe captain takes the group to snorkelling spots such as a sunken WWII ship, which several reviewers described as a highlight.
Snorkel stop twoA second site follows. Past guests said the captain stopped the boat so everyone could get in the water with the sea turtles they found there.
Drinks on boardThe minimum drinking age is 18 years.
Return to beach hutThe excursion ends back at the same meeting point on Palm Beach.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will help you get the most out of this trip.

What to bring. The listing advises a towel, sun cream and sunglasses. Food is not included, so plan to eat before or after.
Skill and pace. The listing states that most travellers can participate.
Private group feel. Only your group participates, which many travellers said made the difference compared with crowded party boats.
Drinks on board. Rum punch, soft drinks and bottled water are included. Reviewers frequently single out the rum punch, and children are welcome since the drinking minimum of 18 applies only to alcohol.
Families with kids. Children are welcome and infants under two cruise free, though infants must sit on laps.
Weather dependence. The experience requires good weather. If it is cancelled for poor conditions, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

Common issues. The trip is not wheelchair accessible, so travellers with limited mobility should consider that before booking. Infants must sit on laps, and food is not included in the price. Hotel pickup is free only for listed high-rise hotels; otherwise it costs $10 per person round trip. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time receive no refund, and the whole outing depends on weather being safe enough to run.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

Snorkelling equipment, bottled water, soft drinks, rum punch and an Octopus souvenir are all included. Food is not included. The minimum drinking age for the rum punch is 18 years.

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

Yes, pickup is included for all listed high-rise hotels. If your hotel is not on that list, the operator offers pickup and drop-off for $10 per person round trip. See the listing for the specific pickup details.

Where Does The Tour Start?

It departs from the Octopus Aruba beach hut on Palm Beach, behind the Holiday Inn. Walk through the hotel lobby toward the beach, turn left on the footpath and the hut is on the right. Boarding is ten minutes before the start time.

Is It Suitable For Children And Beginners?

Yes. Children are welcome, infants under two cruise free, and most travellers can participate.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

You get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time, based on local Aruba time. Cancellations or changes inside that window are not refunded or accepted. If poor weather cancels the trip, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

What Should I Bring?

The listing recommends a towel, sun cream and sunglasses.