About this experience
Private captain and mate
You will have the undivided attention of our knowledgeable as well as personable Captain and first mate serving your friends or family.
What can you expect
You can sit, relax and enjoy the beautiful Arubean sea with your music in the background. We have USB or a Bluetooth connection.
During your boat trip you can choose to go snorkeling, swimming, paddle (water activities are only an option from 3 hours and up, not less) or just enjoy a nice private cruise and lie down on our sunset pad on deck.
WIFI basic / Connect your music
WIFI and the deluxe audio system with bluetooth to connect your music is included in the service.
The trip includes:
> Captain and a mate
> Alcoholic bottles which you can mix & match, from our available list (the amount of bottles depends on the group size)
> Various types of juice and carbonated drinks (soft drinks), water & ice
> Charcuterie platter (Cold snacks with meat, cheese and fruits)> Beach towels
> Snorkel equipment
> Sun-Chill floating mat
> Aruba Sunscreen reef proof
> Paddle boards
> Water noodles
> Life vest (for adults and kids)
Water activities included in the price:
> Sunchill floating mat
> Snorkel equipment
> 2 Paddle boards
Other Water Activities Excluding the price:
> Upgrade Yamaha Sea Scooters
You can rent a Yamaha RDS250 Seascooters (duration 20-25 minutes)
> Renting a JetSki is NOT an option in combination with our private trip.
Extra details of the boat:
> Kicker sound installation outside (with Bluetooth connection to play your music)
> Bose sound installation inside
> WIFI
> Toilet
> Top deck with a great view and lounge sun pad
> Inside air conditioning
> TV available
> 2 bedrooms (1 bedroom can be used during the trip and the other is private use only)
Prices (From March – October)
All prices included 6 people and up to 12 people max (including children and excluding staff)
3 hours VIP for 1499, price includes 6 people, above is 50 p/p up to 12 people max
4 hours VIP for 1799, price includes 6 people, above is 50 p/p up to 12 people max
5 hours VIP for 2199, price includes 6 people, above is 60 p/p up to 12 people max
6 hours VIP for 2499, price includes 6 people, above is 75 p/p up to 12 people max
Prices (From November – February)
All prices included 6 people and up to 12 people max (including children and excluding staff)
3 hours VIP for 1699, price includes 6 people, above is 75 p/p up to 12 people max
4 hours VIP for 1999, price includes 6 people, above is 75 p/p up to 12 people max
5 hours VIP for 2399, price includes 6 people, above is 75 p/p up to 12 people max
6 hours VIP for 2699, price includes 6 people, above is 75 p/p up to 12 people max
Extra charge:
> By or above 10 people we charge an extra $100 for a bigger group
> The prices are excluded cc fee & tax
> $250 refundable damage/missing on board (but will be refunded within 3 days after the trip, with zero damage/missing).
More information
3 hours Private Boat Trip included 6 people, above $50 p/p up to 15
4 hours Private Boat Trip included 10 people, above $50 p/p up to 15
5 hours Private Boat Trip included 10 people, above $50 p/p up to 15
6 hours Private Boat Trip included 10 people, above $50 p/p up to 15
Security Allowance: $250 damage/missing on board
On your deposit invoice we will add a 250 amount for in case of minor expenses or damage, we will claim up to this amount as an additional charge. The amount of 250 will be refunded after your trip within 3 days (if everything is left in good condition, without damage/defects). Whether everything is left in good condition and nothing is missing will be discussed with you afterwards with the staff before you leave the boat.
Snorkeling Stop
> By 2 hours NO snorkeling stops, only cruising.
> By 3 hours 1 snorkeling stop
> By 4 hours 2 snorkeling stops (unless the group continues to float on the water for a very long time at the 1st snorkel stop)
> By 5 and more hours it takes place in consultation.
Please note: If you also want to barbecue on board during the 4-hour and longer trips, this may also be due to the number of stops. The larger the group, the longer it takes to prepare the barbecue.
Sailing route
Your route will be discussed with you and the captain on the day of boarding. The number of hours to sail, wind and possibly high waves and the desired snorkeling/swimming moment are taken into account
Boarding location
Varadero Aruba Marina & Boatyard, Bucutiweg 34.
Behind the Airport. Click here for directions on Google Maps
We don’t provide transport from your hotel to the harbour, so you have to arrange on time at the reception of your hotel or accommodation. After agreeing the date, start and the end time of your boat trip is known, then you can make a reservation.
Taxi-Services
We don’t have pick up services, so please arrange on time your taxi from your hotel/accommodation to the Harbor.
Our additional services on board
(ask for our additional prices)
Upgrade to a Starlink WIFI
for a great connection on board
Upgrade to Champagne:
You can add a “Moët” Champagne, pricing is per bottle:
> Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial
> Moët & Chandon Ice Impérial “served with ice”
> Regular Champagne (NO Moët)
Upgrade to a Deluxe barbecue
Please choose from the following menus:
Menu 1: Chicken / beef
Menu 2: Chicken / chicken
Menu 3: Salmon
Menu 4: Shrimps
Menu 5: mix Chicken / Beef / Salmon /Shrimps => with 10$ extra add p/p
(**) All dishes will be served with potato salad, fresh salad & fresh vegetables
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The refund policy
> A full refund without penalty shall be given if the charter is cancelled at least 1 week prior the sailing date. 25% cancellation fee within the week till 3 days prior and within the 3 days prior NO refund.
> A full refund will be provided If the charter is cancelled by Adventure Sports Aruba
> We are also not cancelling the trip with rain. In Aruba it can rain, but not long. Only with a storm, but there are no boats going out then.