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Premium Catamaran Morning Sail: Snorkeling, Mimosas and Brunch
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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 $80 per adult for 3 hours with two snorkeling stops of 45 minutes each. Come to the Octopus beach hut behind Holiday Inn, then board the catamaran by shuttle boat. The morning sail leaves at 9 a.m. Brunch and cocktails are served to your cushioned seat.
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Premium Catamaran Morning Sail: Snorkeling, Mimosas and Brunch 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: $80. Children ages 3 to 11 pay $50 each. |
| Departure | Daily, 9 a.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 | Brunch and cocktails served to your seat |
| Boarding | Shuttle boat from the beach to the catamaran |
| Main trade-off | Dietary requests arranged when booking |
| In the price | octopus souvenir, breakfast, safety Life Jackets, 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 | octopus T-Shirt (available to purchase), hotel pick up and drop-off |
| 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
- Octopus souvenir
- Breakfast
- Safety Life Jackets
- 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
- Octopus T-Shirt (available to purchase)
- Hotel pick up and drop-off
Price by option
Which option to book
The morning sail costs $80 per adult. Octopus's single option departs at 9 a.m. and lasts 3 hours with brunch and an open cocktail bar.
| Option | Price | Departures |
|---|---|---|
| Half-Day Aruba Special Champagne Brunch Cruise | $80 per adult · $50 child 3 to 11 · free infant 0 to 2 | 9 a.m. |
The catch: The shuttle boat fits up to 15 people. The tour isn't wheelchair accessible.
Route
How does the day work?
You leave Palm Beach at 9 a.m. for the Antilla wreck and Catalina Bay.
- 45 min
1. Adventure Sports Aruba
The first snorkel is at the Antilla wreck for 45 minutes with crew guidance.
- 45 min
2. Malmok Reef
The second snorkel takes 45 minutes in shallow Catalina Bay, with instruction for beginners.
- pass by
3. Palm Beach
The coastal sail passes Palm Beach without stopping there.
The 2 snorkeling stops total 90 minutes of the 3 hours. You visit the Antilla first and Catalina Bay second after the 9 a.m. departure. The tour ends back at Palm Beach.
Pickup and meeting point
- Meeting point: The Octopus Aruba beach hut is 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: The morning departure is at 9 a.m.
From the desk
- The brunch question at the desk was whether dietary requests could wait until boarding. For Octopus, I'd send those requests when you book the 9 a.m. sail.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
The 9 a.m. sail suits you if you want brunch brought to your seat. Both snorkeling stops last 45 minutes within the 3 hours. You reach the catamaran by shuttle boat from the beach.
Octopus's afternoon sail leaves at 1 p.m. with lunch for $75 per adult. Pelican's morning sail covers 4 hours with breakfast and lunch for $85 per adult.
Who it's not for
- The tour isn't wheelchair accessible.
- Hotel pickup is not included in the price.
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 9 a.m. Hotel pickup and drop off are excluded.
The beach transfer uses a shuttle boat with room for up to 15 passengers. There is no wheelchair access.
Bring your own towel and sunscreen; you'll get snorkeling equipment and safety life jackets in the fare.
Brunch and cocktails are served to your seat. Dietary requests need to be made 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. An adult must be on the booking.
Reviews
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Alternatives
Which tour should I choose instead?
The same boat with a later start
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★ 4.7 · 650 reviews · from $75 per adult
The longer sail with both meals
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The sail with a water slide
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People also ask
- How much is the Octopus morning snorkel sail in Aruba?
You pay $80 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 morning sail in Aruba leave?
You meet at the Octopus beach hut on Palm Beach behind Holiday Inn for the 9 a.m. departure. A shuttle boat takes you from the beach to the catamaran. Hotel pickup isn't included.
- How long are the snorkeling stops on Octopus's morning sail in Aruba?
Each of the 2 stops lasts 45 minutes. You snorkel at the Antilla wreck and Boca Catalina. Both stops add up to 90 minutes.
- Is brunch included on the Octopus morning sail in Aruba?
Yes, brunch and an open cocktail bar are included in the $80 per adult fare. You get food and drinks served to your seat. Ask for dietary arrangements when booking.
- Can I cancel the Octopus morning 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.