Settle onto a 70-foot catamaran for a three-hour afternoon sail from De Palm Pier that pairs happy hour cocktails with two guided snorkel stops, including the famous Antilla shipwreck. Upgrade to Snuba to linger below the surface without full scuba certification.
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The catamaran slips away from De Palm Pier as late-day sun softens the Caribbean; the water turns a deeper turquoise and the wind begins to tell its own story. A 70-foot deck stretches underfoot, an easy place to lean against the rail with a cocktail from the open bar and watch the shoreline—hotels and palms—recede. The captain steers toward two known reef pockets, while the crew briefs the small fleet of guests on snorkeling technique and the option to upgrade to Snuba, a hybrid of snorkeling and shallow scuba that lets you hover longer above the reef.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for average fitness; participants should be comfortable swimming short distances and treading water.
Wildlife
History
The Antilla freighter was scuttled in 1940 during World War II and has since become one of the Caribbean’s most accessible wreck snorkeling sites.
Conservation
Aruba enforces reef protection measures and operators promote reef-safe sunscreen and no-touch policies to preserve coral health and fish populations.
Reserve your spot on the Aruba Afternoon Snorkel Sail aboard Palm Pleasure Catamaran today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Check-in on time
Arrive 30 minutes early at the Coconuts Gift Shop on De Palm Pier between the Hilton and RIU Palace to complete check-in and gear fitting.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Apply biodegradable sunscreen before boarding—it's required for reef protection and improves visibility while snorkeling.
Bring a lightweight towel and change of clothes
A quick-dry towel and dry clothes make the return to hotel transfers more comfortable after the sail.
Consider motion-sickness prevention
If you’re prone to seasickness, take a patch or oral medication before boarding; afternoon seas are usually calm but can still roll.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects coral and prevents sunburn during the afternoon sail.
Snorkel mask (optional personal)
Provided gear is included but a well-fitting personal mask improves comfort and visibility.
Light rash guard
Adds sun protection and stings/abrasion protection while snorkeling.
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Water shoes
Useful for boarding, exiting rocky spots, and walking the pier.