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Half-Day Snorkel Sail Tour with Caribbean Lunch
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Checked October 21, 2026 Viator listing, prices by option, departure times and pickup notes; the operator's itinerary
Red Sail Sports' Lunch & Snorkel Sail visits 3 snorkeling stops by catamaran, including Catalina Bay and the Antilla wreck. It's $107 per adult for 4 hours. Check in at the Palm Beach pier between Barceló and Hyatt 30 minutes before the 9:15 a.m. departure. An open bar is available on board. A Caribbean lunch buffet is served on deck.
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Half-Day Snorkel Sail Tour with Caribbean Lunch at a glance
| Sail | Shared catamaran for snorkeling off Aruba's coast |
| Duration | 4 hours |
| Price is per | Per adult: $107. Children ages 3 to 11 pay $85 each. |
| Snorkel stops | Catalina Bay and the Antilla wreck, with Malmok as the third stop |
| Departures | 9:15 a.m. on Monday and Wednesday, with Friday departures at the same time |
| Meeting point | Palm Beach pier between Barceló and Hyatt, 30 minutes before departure |
| Food | Morning snack and Caribbean lunch buffet |
| Children | Children who cannot swim need a life vest; tell Red Sail before the tour. |
| Main trade-off | Hotel transfers at extra cost, only from major hotels outside walking distance |
| In the price | open Bar, luxury Catamaran Sail, morning snack, use of snorkel equipment and instruction (instruction on request), 3 Snorkel Stops, caribbean lunch buffet |
| Not in the price | gratuities, round-trip Transportation (available for an added cost, contact local operator after booking) |
| 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
- Open Bar
- Luxury Catamaran Sail
- Morning snack
- Use of snorkel equipment and instruction (instruction on request)
- 3 Snorkel Stops
- Caribbean lunch buffet
What's not included
- Gratuities
- Round-trip Transportation (available for an added cost, contact local operator after booking)
Price by option
Which option to book
Red Sail has 2 options. Lunch & Snorkel Sail costs $107 per adult with a Caribbean lunch buffet and open bar; the other option is a celebration luncheon.
| Option | Price | Departures |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch & Snorkel Sail | $107 per adult · $85 child 3 to 11 · free infant 0 to 2 | 9:15 a.m. |
The catch: You pay extra for transfers from major hotels outside walking distance only; arrival at the pier is 30 minutes before departure.
Route
How does the day work?
Snorkeling starts at Catalina Bay before the Antilla on a sail lasting 4 hours.
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1. Boca Catalina and Malmok
The catamaran sail covers 3 snorkeling stops with a Caribbean lunch buffet on board.
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2. Antilla shipwreck
You snorkel over the Antilla wreck among coral and fish.
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3. Malmok Reef
At Malmok, you snorkel over the reef among fish and coral.
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4. Catalina Bay
The first snorkeling stop is shallow Catalina Bay, where equipment instruction is available.
The sail covers 3 snorkeling stops in 4 hours. You leave at 9:15 a.m. and start in Catalina Bay before the Antilla. The trip ends at the Palm Beach pier.
Pickup and meeting point
- Meeting point: The meeting point is the Palm Beach pier between Barceló and Hyatt.
- Arrival: You need to arrive 30 minutes before the 9:15 a.m. departure.
- Transport: Transport to and from the pier is yours to arrange, or you can pay extra for a hotel transfer.
- Hotel transfers: You arrange transfers directly with Red Sail after booking, from major hotels outside walking distance only.
From the desk
- Parents asked if children who couldn't swim could sail. At the desk, I'd arrange the mandatory life vest before Red Sail's 9:15 a.m. trip.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Lunch & Snorkel Sail has 3 snorkeling stops. The 4 hours cost $107 per adult with the Caribbean buffet and open bar included. Hotel transfers cost extra. You can also arrange your own transport.
Pelican's morning sail includes breakfast and lunch at $85 per adult. Octopus's morning sail serves brunch to your seat in 3 hours at $80 per adult.
Who it's not for
- There's no afternoon start for Lunch & Snorkel Sail.
- Hotel transfers aren't included in the fare.
Good to know
Know before you go
Children who cannot swim need a mandatory life vest arranged directly with Red Sail before the tour. Travelers under 18 need a parent or legal guardian with them.
Come 30 minutes before the 9:15 a.m. departure. The Palm Beach pier is between Barceló and Hyatt. Bring an electronic voucher to the counter.
You pay extra for transfers from major hotels outside walking distance only. Ask Red Sail to arrange the transfer directly after booking.
Wear a swimsuit under your clothing and bring your own towel and sunscreen.
A morning snack and Caribbean lunch buffet are included in the fare, with an open bar on board.
Cancellation at least 24 hours before departure gets you a full refund. Inside 24 hours, you receive no refund.
Reviews
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Alternatives
Which tour should I choose instead?
The sail with breakfast and lunch
Morning Snorkel Sail with Premium Champagne BrunchBreakfast and lunch come with mimosas on a sail lasting 4 hours at $85 per adult. You arrive at Pelican Pier at 8:30 a.m.
★ 4.7 · 2,234 reviews · from $85 per adult
The shorter brunch sail
Premium Catamaran Morning Sail: Snorkeling, Mimosas and BrunchBrunch comes to your seat over 3 hours for $80 per adult. The two snorkeling stops last 45 minutes each, with boarding by shuttle boat from the beach.
★ 4.7 · 747 reviews · from $80 per adult
The sail with a late start
Arusun Catamaran Sail with Snorkeling in ArubaThe shared catamaran costs $63 per adult with a 4:30 p.m. departure. The 2.5 hours include snacks and an open bar.
★ 4.8 · 2,676 reviews · from $63 per adult
Good to know
People also ask
- How much is Red Sail's Lunch & Snorkel Sail in Aruba?
The fare is $107 per adult age 12 or older. You pay $85 per child ages 3 to 11. Children under 3 sail free with an adult.
- Does Red Sail's lunch snorkel cruise in Aruba include hotel pickup?
No, transfers cost extra beyond the $107 per adult fare. You arrange them directly with Red Sail after booking. Transfers serve major hotels outside walking distance only.
- How many snorkeling stops does Red Sail's lunch cruise in Aruba have?
The sail has 3 snorkeling stops within 4 hours. You start at Catalina Bay before visiting the Antilla wreck. Malmok is the other reef stop.
- Can children who cannot swim join Red Sail's snorkel cruise in Aruba?
Yes, children who can't swim must wear a life vest. Red Sail needs direct notice before the tour to arrange the vest. Travelers under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
- When should I arrive for Red Sail's Lunch & Snorkel Sail in Aruba?
You arrive 30 minutes before the 9:15 a.m. departure. The meeting point is the Palm Beach pier between Barceló and Hyatt. At the counter, you need an electronic voucher.
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.