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Aruba Sunset Catamaran Sail with Appetizers and Open Bar
★ #1 of 12 in our Sunset cruises list Picked from the 26 sunset cruises and dinner sails on Viator for Aruba, the way we pick every tour.
Checked October 21, 2026 Viator listing, prices by option, departure times and pickup notes; the operator's itinerary
Red Sail Sports takes you from Palm Beach toward the lighthouse on a catamaran. The 2 hours cost $92 per adult with appetizers and an open bar. You check in at 5 p.m. at the pier behind the Hyatt Regency for the 5:30 p.m. sail. Departures run on Mondays and Thursday through Sunday. It's the most reviewed sunset cruise on our list.
Our check
Aruba Sunset Catamaran Sail with Appetizers and Open Bar at a glance
| Boat | Catamaran with sunning nets and bathrooms |
| Price is per | Per adult: $92; per child ages 4 to 11: $74 |
| Hours | Two hours |
| Departs | Mondays and Thursday through Sunday at 5:30 p.m. |
| Check in | Red Sail pier behind the Hyatt Regency at 5 p.m. |
| Route | Palm Beach toward the lighthouse |
| Children | Mandatory life jackets for children who cannot swim; advance notice to Red Sail |
| Main trade-off | No sail on Tuesdays or Wednesdays |
| In the price | appetizer Bites, luxury Catamaran Sail, open bar |
| Not in the price | hotel pickup and drop off, gratuities |
| Guide languages | English, Spanish, Dutch |
| Cancellation | Full refund until 24 hours before the start; nothing after |
Read from the operator's listing on Viator for the named options, October 15, 2026. Prices are Viator's listed prices in US dollars, re-read every night; last read October 21, 2026.
What's included
- Appetizer Bites
- Luxury Catamaran Sail
- Open bar
What's not included
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Gratuities
Price by option
Which option to book
The Sunset Sail is the only option at $92 per adult. The fare buys 2 hours on the catamaran with appetizers and an open bar.
| Option | Price | Departures |
|---|---|---|
| Sunset Sail | $92 per adult · $74 child 4 to 11 · free infant 0 to 3 | 5:30 p.m. |
The catch: The sail runs only 5 evenings a week. It doesn't run on Tuesdays or Wednesdays.
The session
How does the day work?
The catamaran takes you from Palm Beach toward the lighthouse for 2 hours with appetizers and an open bar.
- 1
Check in behind the Hyatt
Red Sail's pier is behind the Hyatt Regency. You check in at 5 p.m., 30 minutes before departure.
- 2
Sail toward the lighthouse
The catamaran leaves Palm Beach at 5:30 p.m. and sails toward the lighthouse.
- 3
Have appetizers on board
You get appetizers and drinks from the open bar during the sail, with sunning nets and music on the boat.
- 4
Return to Palm Beach
The sail ends at the same pier behind the Hyatt Regency.
The 5:30 p.m. departure gives you 2 hours of sailing. It's back at the pier behind the Hyatt Regency at 7:30 p.m.
Pickup and meeting point
- Meeting point: Red Sail's pier is behind the Hyatt Regency on Palm Beach. Check in at 5 p.m. for the 5:30 p.m. departure.
- Transport: You arrange transport to the pier and back because hotel pickup and drop off are not included.
From the desk
- I'd take the 5:30 p.m. departure if appetizers are enough for you. Plan to eat after the 2 hours on board.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
This fits if you want 2 hours on a catamaran from the Hyatt Regency end of Palm Beach. Appetizers and an open bar are included. You need Monday or Thursday through Sunday free.
Pelican's sunset sail gives you 2 hours with daily departures if you need another sailing day. For a swim stop, Dolphin adds a rope swing.
Who it's not for
- This sail doesn't run on Tuesday or Wednesday.
- Hotel pickup and drop off are not included, so you'll need your own transport.
Good to know
Know before you go
Children ages 4 to 11 cost $74 per child. Tell Red Sail if a child cannot swim so it can arrange a mandatory life jacket.
Check in at the pier behind the Hyatt Regency at 5 p.m. The catamaran leaves at 5:30 p.m. on Mondays and Thursday through Sunday.
Appetizers come with an open bar serving local beer and cocktails during the sail.
Transport to the pier and back is yours to arrange. Hotel pickup and drop off aren't included. Tips are not included either.
Bookings canceled at least 24 hours before departure get a full refund. Cancellations inside that window receive no refund.
The ticket is mobile only, and you show the electronic voucher at check in. Each booking holds up to 9 travelers.
Reviews
How is it rated?
Alternatives
Which tour should I choose instead?
The sail with daily departures
Aruba Sunset Sail ExperiencePelican sails for 2 hours at 5:30 p.m. for $73 per adult with snacks and an open bar. Hotel transport is yours to arrange.
★ 4.7 · 654 reviews · from $73 per adult
The sail with a swim stop
Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise Aboard The Dolphin CatamaranDolphin costs $59 per adult for 2 hours with a swim stop and water slide. You board by shuttle boat from the beach.
★ 4.6 · 889 reviews · from $59 per adult
The sail with dinner at a table
Aruba Sunset Sail Dinner Cruise with Open Bar by CatamaranThe $137 per adult fare gets you a table and a buffet with 3 courses. The sail lasts 3 hours and runs only on Wednesdays.
★ 4.8 · 455 reviews · from $137 per adult
Good to know
People also ask
- How much does Red Sail's sunset catamaran cruise in Aruba cost?
You pay $92 per adult or $74 per child ages 4 to 11. Appetizers and an open bar are included.
- Where does Red Sail's Aruba sunset catamaran cruise leave from?
You board at the pier behind the Hyatt Regency on Palm Beach. Check in at 5 p.m. for the 5:30 p.m. departure. Hotel pickup and drop off are not included.
- How long is Red Sail's Aruba sunset sail?
The sail lasts 2 hours and heads toward the lighthouse. You leave at 5:30 p.m. and return to the pier at 7:30 p.m.
- Can children join Red Sail's sunset cruise in Aruba?
Children can join, with ages 4 to 11 priced at $74 per child. Those under 18 need a parent or legal guardian. Tell Red Sail about children who cannot swim so it can arrange mandatory life jackets.
- Can I cancel Red Sail's sunset catamaran cruise in Aruba for a refund?
Bookings canceled at least 24 hours before departure get a full refund. Later cancellations aren't refunded.
Prices as Viator lists them, re-read every night; last read October 21, 2026. Times and conditions as of October 15, 2026. Tours book on Viator at Viator's price; if you book through the button, Viator pays us a commission and your price is the same.