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Jolly Pirate Cruise Aruba: Snorkel the Antilla Shipwreck & Malmok Reefs

Jolly Pirate Cruise Aruba: Snorkel the Antilla Shipwreck & Malmok Reefs

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Adventure Brief

Board an 85-foot teak schooner at MooMba Beach and spend four hours snorkeling Malmok and Boca Catalina, viewing the WWII Antilla wreck, and lounging under a shaded canopy with a BBQ lunch and open bar. Ideal for travelers with basic swimming skills who want a lively, well-run introduction to Aruba’s nearshore reefs.

4 hours
moderate
Family Friendly

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More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders

No Experience Required

When the teak deck tips into a slow roll and the Caribbean breathes warm against your cheeks, the Jolly Pirate schooner feels less like a tourist boat and more like a private invitation to the island's marine playground.

Jolly Pirate Cruise Aruba: Snorkel the Antilla Shipwreck & Malmok Reefs
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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes—full snorkeling equipment is supplied for the cruise, though you may bring your own mask if you prefer a personal fit.

No—hotel pickup and drop-off are not included; guests meet at MooMba Beach and should arrive 45 minutes before departure.

Children can join but must be accompanied by an adult; infant stroller access is noted but basic swimming ability is advised for older kids.

Key Highlights

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

4 hours

Fitness Level

Moderate fitness and basic swimming ability recommended; you’ll be climbing ladders and swimming between boat and reef.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Green sea turtles
  • Parrotfish and schooling snapper

History

The Antilla was a German freighter scuttled in 1940; over decades it has become an artificial reef and popular snorkel site.

Conservation

Aruba’s reefs are fragile—use reef-safe sunscreen, avoid touching coral, and follow crew guidance to reduce impact.

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Adventure Tips

Arrive Early

Boarding begins 45 minutes before departure—arrive on time to get a good spot on deck and complete check-in.

essential

Use Reef-Safe Sunscreen

Protect the coral and your skin by applying reef-safe sunscreen before boarding; reapply with a towel between swims.

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Secure Small Electronics

Bring a waterproof case or leave phones ashore—wave action and rope-swinging can send loose items overboard.

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Know Your Limits in the Water

Snorkel sites include shallow reefs and a deeper shipwreck; if you’re not comfortable in open water, stay with the boat’s flotation aids.

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Recommended Gear

Reef-safe sunscreen

Protects skin while preventing chemical damage to coral reefs.

Essential

Water shoes or secure sandals

Makes getting on/off the ladder and scrambling on rocky shorelines safer.

Quick-dry towel and swimwear

You’ll be in and out of the water; a quick-dry towel speeds transition back to deck.

Essential

Light UV shirt or windbreaker

Useful for wind and sun protection on the return to port.