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Premium Catamaran Afternoon Sail: Snorkeling and Lunch
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Checked October 21, 2026 Viator listing, prices by option, departure times and pickup notes; the operator's itinerary
Octopus takes you from Palm Beach to snorkel at the Antilla wreck and Boca Catalina. It's $75 per adult for 3 hours with 45 minutes at each snorkeling stop. Come to the Octopus beach hut behind Holiday Inn, then board the catamaran by shuttle boat. The boat leaves at 1 p.m. Lunch and cocktails come to your seat on this afternoon sail.
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Premium Catamaran Afternoon Sail: Snorkeling and Lunch at a glance
| Sail | Shared catamaran with cushioned lounge seats |
| Duration | 3 hours, including 90 minutes across 2 snorkeling stops |
| Price is per | Per adult: $75. Children ages 3 to 11 pay $50 each. |
| Departure | Daily, 1 p.m. |
| Meeting point | Octopus beach hut on Palm Beach behind Holiday Inn |
| Snorkel stops | Antilla wreck for 45 minutes and Boca Catalina for 45 minutes |
| Meals | Lunch and cocktails served to your seat |
| Main trade-off | Boarding by shuttle boat from the beach; no wheelchair access |
| In the price | safety life jackets, professional guide, octopus souvenir, lunch, use of snorkel equipment and instruction, unlimited drinks (open cocktail bar), certified first responder, captain and crew, access to restroom on-board |
| Not in the price | souvenir t-shirt (available to purchase), power snorkel |
| 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
- Safety life jackets
- Professional guide
- Octopus souvenir
- Lunch
- Use of snorkel equipment and instruction
- Unlimited drinks (open cocktail bar)
- Certified first responder
- Captain and crew
- Access to restroom on-board
What's not included
- Souvenir t-shirt (available to purchase)
- Power snorkel
Price by option
Which option to book
There's one afternoon option at $75 per adult. The 1 p.m. departure lasts 3 hours with lunch and an open cocktail bar.
| Option | Price | Departures |
|---|---|---|
| Aruba Afternoon Sailing and Snorkeling Trip With Lunch | $75 per adult · $50 child 3 to 11 · free infant 0 to 2 | 1 p.m. |
The catch: The adult fare starts at age 12. The drinking age is 18.
Route
How does the day work?
The afternoon sail leaves Palm Beach at 1 p.m. for 2 snorkeling stops and lunch on board.
- pass by
1. Palm - Eagle Beach
The coastal sail passes Palm Beach and Eagle Beach without stopping.
- 45 min
2. Malmok Reef
You snorkel in shallow Catalina Bay for 45 minutes, with help available for beginners.
- 45 min
3. Adventure Sports Aruba
You snorkel over the Antilla wreck for 45 minutes with crew guidance.
The 2 snorkeling stops total 90 minutes of the 3 hours. You reach the Antilla first and Catalina Bay second on the 1 p.m. sail. You finish back at Palm Beach.
Pickup and meeting point
- Meeting point: You meet at the Octopus Aruba beach hut on Palm Beach behind Holiday Inn.
- Walking route: Take the route through the Holiday Inn lobby to the beach, then left along the footpath. The hut is on the right.
- Transport: You arrange your own transport to and from the beach hut. A shuttle boat takes you from the beach to the catamaran.
- Departure: You leave at 1 p.m. on the afternoon sail.
From the desk
- At the desk, parents asked whether an adult ticket included permission to drink. On Octopus's afternoon sail, I'd budget the adult fare from age 12 while keeping the drinking age of 18 separate.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Choose this sail for lunch on board. It starts at 1 p.m. The tour lasts 3 hours with 45 minutes at each snorkeling stop. You board by shuttle boat from Palm Beach.
Octopus's morning sail leaves at 9 a.m. with brunch for $80 per adult. Arusun starts at 4:30 p.m. for a later sail at $63 per adult.
Who it's not for
- The tour isn't wheelchair accessible.
- This sail doesn't have a morning departure.
Good to know
Know before you go
The meeting point is the Octopus beach hut on Palm Beach behind Holiday Inn. The daily sail leaves at 1 p.m. Transport to the beach hut is yours to arrange.
The beach transfer takes you in a shuttle boat with room for up to 15 passengers, and there's no wheelchair access.
Bring your own towel and sunscreen. Snorkeling equipment and safety life jackets are included, but a power snorkel isn't.
Lunch and cocktails are served to you at your seat, with a minimum drinking age of 18. Ask for dietary arrangements when booking.
Cancellation at least 24 hours before departure qualifies for a full refund. Cancellations inside 24 hours are not refundable. Octopus offers an alternative or full refund if it cancels because too few passengers book.
Bring your mobile ticket for a booking of up to 30 travelers, which must include an adult.
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Alternatives
Which tour should I choose instead?
The morning sail with brunch
Premium Catamaran Morning Sail: Snorkeling, Mimosas and BrunchThe morning departure is at 9 a.m. with brunch served to your seat for $80 per adult. The tour lasts 3 hours, with shuttle boat boarding from the beach.
★ 4.7 · 747 reviews · from $80 per adult
The sail with a later departure
Arusun Catamaran Sail with Snorkeling in ArubaThe catamaran departs at 4:30 p.m. for $63 per adult. You spend 2.5 hours on the tour with snacks and an open bar.
★ 4.8 · 2,676 reviews · from $63 per adult
The sail with a third snorkeling stop
Half-Day Snorkel Sail Tour with Caribbean LunchThe catamaran sail covers 3 snorkeling stops with a Caribbean lunch buffet for $107 per adult. The 9:15 a.m. departure lasts 4 hours.
★ 4.8 · 854 reviews · from $107 per adult
Good to know
People also ask
- How much is the Octopus afternoon snorkel sail in Aruba?
You pay $75 per adult age 12 or older, with a fare of $50 per child ages 3 to 11. The tour lasts 3 hours.
- Where and when does the Octopus afternoon sail in Aruba leave?
You meet at the Octopus beach hut on Palm Beach behind Holiday Inn for the 1 p.m. departure. A shuttle boat takes you to the catamaran. The tour is not wheelchair accessible.
- How long are the snorkeling stops on Octopus's afternoon sail in Aruba?
Each of the 2 stops lasts 45 minutes. You snorkel at the Antilla wreck and Boca Catalina. The stops total 90 minutes within the 3 hours.
- Does the Octopus afternoon sail in Aruba include lunch and alcohol?
Yes, you get lunch and an open cocktail bar in the $75 per adult fare. Food and drinks are served to your seat. The minimum drinking age is 18.
- Can I cancel the Octopus afternoon sail in Aruba for a refund?
Yes, you receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before departure. Cancellations inside 24 hours receive no refund. Octopus offers an alternative or full refund if too few passengers book and the sail is canceled.
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.