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Private Aruba Snorkeling Excursion with Rum Punch
★ #8 of 12 in our Catamaran and boat tours list Picked from the 43 catamaran and boat tours by day on Viator for Aruba, the way we pick every tour. Also #1 of 7 in our Private boat charters list.
Checked October 21, 2026 Viator listing, prices by option, departure times and pickup notes; the operator's itinerary
Octopus runs a private Bayliner deck boat trip to Aruba's Catalina Bay. You get 2 hours on the water. It's $140 per adult for 2 adults or $68 per adult for 10 adults. Morning trips leave daily at 9 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. Afternoon trips leave at 2 p.m. or 4:30 p.m. You can request shuttle boat pickup from any high rise hotel beach. The boat holds up to 10 people. You plan the route with the captain.
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Private Aruba Snorkeling Excursion with Rum Punch at a glance
| Boat | Private Bayliner deck boat, 26 ft long |
| Group | Up to 10 people |
| Hours | 2 hours |
| Price is per | Adult by group size: $140 each for 2 adults; $68 each for 10 adults |
| Departs | Daily at 9 a.m. or 11:30 a.m.; afternoon departures at 2 p.m. or 4:30 p.m. |
| Pickup | Shuttle boat from high rise hotel beaches, on request; 10 minutes before departure |
| Meeting point | Octopus beach hut on Palm Beach, behind the Holiday Inn |
| Children | Ages 3 to 11: $35 per child |
| Main trade-off | Higher adult price for smaller groups: $140 each for 2 adults |
| In the price | rum punch, bottled water, octopus souvenir, use of snorkeling equipment, soft drinks |
| Not in the price | food |
| 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
- Rum punch
- Bottled water
- Octopus souvenir
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Soft drinks
What's not included
- Food
Price by option
Which option to book
The single option gives you a private deck boat for 2 hours. You pay per person, with adult rates based on group size.
| Option | Price | Departures |
|---|---|---|
| Private Snorkeling Trip | $140 each for 2 · $110 each for 3 · $68 each for 10 · $35 child 3 to 11 · free infant 0 to 2 | 9 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. |
The catch: You pay $10 per person round trip for transfers from hotels outside the high rise area.
The session
How does the day work?
You plan 2 hours on the water with the captain, including snorkeling in Catalina Bay.
- 1
Meet on Palm Beach
You meet at the Octopus beach hut behind the Holiday Inn. A shuttle boat can collect you from a high rise hotel beach.
- 2
Plan with the captain
Your group plans the route with the captain aboard the private Bayliner.
- 3
Snorkel in Catalina Bay
You snorkel in the shallow water of Catalina Bay. The captain helps beginners.
- 4
Return to Palm Beach
The Octopus beach hut is your end point if you join there.
The 2 hours include cruising and snorkeling. You finish at the Octopus beach hut on Palm Beach if you meet there.
Pickup and meeting point
- Hotel beaches: You can request a free shuttle boat from any high rise hotel beach. Pickup is 10 minutes before departure.
- Meeting point: The Octopus beach hut is on Palm Beach behind the Holiday Inn. You meet there if you arrange your own transport.
- Walking route: You walk through the Holiday Inn lobby to the beach. Turn left on the footpath; the hut is on your right.
- Other hotels: Transfers from hotels outside the high rise area cost $10 per person round trip.
From the desk
- If you're asking what the private boat costs, I'd budget $280 in total for 2 adults. The fare for 10 adults comes to $680 in total.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Choose this boat if you want 2 hours with just your group. You plan the route with the captain for up to 10 people. The adult fare is $140 each for 2 adults or $68 each for 10 adults. Food is not included.
If you want a lower price for 2 adults, Dolphin costs $69 per adult for a shared cruise of 3 hours. For a private charter lasting 3 hours, Eden Luca II starts at $2,300 per boat.
Who it's not for
- Your group cannot fit on this boat if it has more than 10 people.
- Choose another cruise if you want a meal included.
Good to know
Know before you go
The private Bayliner holds up to 10 people. You pay $35 per child ages 3 to 11. Infants must sit on an adult's lap.
You get rum punch and soft drinks. Food is excluded. The drinking age on this trip is 18.
Request the free shuttle boat from your high rise hotel beach. Pickup is 10 minutes before departure. Transfers from other hotels cost $10 per person round trip.
Bring a towel and sunscreen. Snorkel gear is included.
You get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before departure. You get no refund if you cancel later.
A booking can include up to 10 travelers and must include an adult. You use a mobile ticket.
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People also ask
- What does Octopus's private snorkeling trip in Aruba cost?
You pay $140 per adult for 2 adults or $68 per adult for 10 adults. The price changes with your group size. You have the boat to yourselves for 2 hours.
- Does Octopus's private boat in Aruba include hotel pickup?
You can request free shuttle boat pickup from any high rise hotel beach. Pickup is 10 minutes before departure. Transfers from other hotels cost $10 per person round trip.
- How long is Octopus's private snorkeling trip in Aruba?
The trip lasts 2 hours. You can leave daily at 9 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. Afternoon departures are at 2 p.m. or 4:30 p.m.
- Where do you meet for Octopus's private snorkeling trip in Aruba?
You meet at the Octopus beach hut on Palm Beach behind the Holiday Inn if you aren't using pickup. The walk from the hotel entrance to the hut takes about 1 to 2 minutes.
- Can children join Octopus's private snorkeling trip in Aruba?
Children can join this private trip. You pay $35 per child ages 3 to 11. Adult prices apply from age 12. Infants must sit on an adult's lap.
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.