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Premium Full‑Day Private Adventure:Snorkel & Explore Hidden Spots
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Checked October 21, 2026 Viator listing, prices by option, departure times and pickup notes; the operator's itinerary
Nos Isla Private Tours Aruba takes you snorkeling at Mangel Halto and on to Reef Island by private pontoon. The trip costs $1,140 per boat for up to 6 people and runs for 8 hours. You meet at Varadero Aruba Marina & Boatyard for the daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. trip. Lunch and an open bar are included. You can paddleboard through the mangroves with equipment provided.
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Premium Full‑Day Private Adventure:Snorkel & Explore Hidden Spots at a glance
| Boat | Private pontoon with a captain and helper |
| Price is per | Boat: $1,140 for up to 6 people |
| Hours | 8 hours |
| Daily schedule | Daily, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Meeting point | Varadero Aruba Marina & Boatyard; own transport required |
| Snorkel stop | Mangel Halto, 60 minutes; Reef Island afterward |
| Main trade-off | Advanced snorkeling at Mangel Halto; at least moderate fitness required |
| In the price | alcoholic beverages, floaties, JBL speaker for you to put your own music., private Pontoon Boat with Captain, paddle Board tour in between the quietness of the mangroves. Something truly amazing., carbonated beverages, water Shoes for adult and children, use of snorkeling equipment, lunch, games - We have Dominos, Corn Hole, UNO, jenga XL, life Jackets for adult and children. |
| Not in the price | nothing listed |
| 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
- Alcoholic beverages
- floaties
- JBL speaker for you to put your own music.
- Private Pontoon Boat with Captain
- Paddle Board tour in between the quietness of the mangroves. Something truly amazing.
- Carbonated beverages
- Water Shoes for adult and children
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Lunch
- Games - We have Dominos, Corn Hole, UNO, jenga XL
- Life Jackets for adult and children.
What's not included
- Nothing listed
Price by option
Which option to book
The only option costs $1,140 per boat for 8 hours with up to 6 people. You get lunch and an open bar.
| Option | Price | Departures |
|---|---|---|
| Private Boat Tour Full Day · 6 seats | $1,140 per vehicle · $190 a head when full | on request |
The catch: You need at least moderate fitness for the 8 hour trip. Mangel Halto is an advanced snorkeling stop.
Route
How does the day work?
You snorkel at Mangel Halto before heading to Reef Island for paddleboarding through the mangroves.
- 60 min
1. Mangel Halto Beach
You spend 60 minutes snorkeling the reefs at Mangel Halto with a guide. This stop is for advanced snorkeling.
The Mangel Halto stop takes 60 of the 480 minutes; the rest covers Reef Island and boat travel. The day runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. You can leave earlier with the captain.
Pickup and meeting point
- Meeting point: You meet the pontoon at Varadero Aruba Marina & Boatyard. You arrange your own transport there.
- Return: The trip ends at Varadero Aruba Marina & Boatyard.
From the desk
- This isn't the trip for your first snorkel. I'd look elsewhere, because Mangel Halto is an advanced snorkeling stop.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Choose it if up to 6 of you want a full day with lunch and an open bar. The trip lasts 8 hours and includes paddleboarding through the mangroves. You need at least moderate fitness for the activities. Mangel Halto is an advanced snorkeling stop.
For a shorter snorkel trip with up to 6 people, Delphi's speedboat costs $385 per boat for 2 hours. For up to 15 people wanting lunch and an open bar, Delphi's catamaran costs $2,500 per boat for 3 hours.
Who it's not for
- Skip it if you are pregnant.
- The trip is not recommended if you have a spinal injury or poor cardiovascular health.
- Skip it if you cannot manage activities that require moderate fitness.
Good to know
Know before you go
You need at least moderate fitness for the advanced snorkeling at Mangel Halto. The trip is not recommended during pregnancy or with a spinal injury. You should also skip it if you have poor cardiovascular health.
You get snorkeling gear and a paddleboard. Water shoes and life jackets are provided for adults and children. Infants must sit on an adult's lap.
Lunch and an open bar are included. The bar pours cocktails and local spirits, with soft drinks too.
The trip runs daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. You meet at Varadero Aruba Marina & Boatyard and arrange your own transport. The captain stays available if you want to leave earlier.
You get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before departure. Cancellations within 24 hours get no refund.
You use a mobile ticket for a booking of up to 6 people. The booking needs manual confirmation.
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Alternatives
Which tour should I choose instead?
You book just 2 hours.
Private Boat Cruise with SnorkelingDelphi's speedboat costs $385 per boat for up to 6 people over 2 hours with snorkeling gear included. You arrange your own transport to the Hyatt Regency beach meeting point.
★ 4.9 · 92 reviews · from $199 per group
Your group can have 15 people.
Private Catamaran Adventure Cruise with Rope Swing and Water SlideDelphi's catamaran takes up to 15 people for 3 hours at $2,500 per boat with lunch and an open bar. All sales are final.
★ 4.9 · 40 reviews · from $2,500 per group
The trip includes accommodation pickup.
Aruba Private Luxury Boat Tours - Sail, Snorkel, Fishing and MoreAround Aruba's 3 hour trip costs $77 per adult for 10 adults. Pickup covers accommodation between the Renaissance and the Ritz Carlton.
★ 4.6 · 94 reviews · from $77 each for 10
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People also ask
- How much is Nos Isla's private pontoon tour in Aruba?
The 8 hour trip costs $1,140 per boat for up to 6 people. You pay $190 each when 6 people share the boat.
- Can I leave Nos Isla's full day Aruba boat tour early?
You can leave before the 5 p.m. finish. The captain stays available throughout the 8 hour trip, which starts at 9 a.m.
- Does Nos Isla's Aruba boat tour include food and drinks?
You get lunch and an open bar during the 8 hour trip. The bar pours cocktails and local spirits. Soft drinks are included too.
- How fit do I need to be for Nos Isla's Aruba boat tour?
You need at least moderate fitness. The 60 minute Mangel Halto stop is for advanced snorkeling. The trip is not recommended during pregnancy or with a spinal injury. You should also skip it if you have poor cardiovascular health.
- Where does Nos Isla's private boat tour in Aruba start?
You meet at Varadero Aruba Marina & Boatyard for the 9 a.m. start. The 8 hour trip ends at the same marina. You arrange your own transport.
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.