De Palm Sunset Sailing Excursion

Aruba: 2-Hour Sunset Sailing Excursion

★ 4.7 82 reviews

from $114 per person

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Duration: 2 hours
Meeting point: Confirmed after booking
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Run by: De Palm Tours

Overview

Two hours on a catamaran with an open bar is the short version of this trip. De Palm Tours runs the excursion from the pier at J.E. Irausquin Blvd 1, and once everyone is aboard the boat works its way up the Aruban coastline while the sun drops toward the Caribbean. There are three ways to ride: the sundeck, the shade below decks, or the netting strung between the two hulls.

Drinks are unlimited and included, along with light snacks and local taxes. The crew runs music throughout and one reviewer described the atmosphere as dancing for much of the cruise, while another found it laid back rather than a full party. Where a given sailing lands between those two depends on the crowd that night.

It suits travellers who want a short, easy evening on the water without a full-day commitment. The minimum age is three, and reviewers who brought older relatives in their seventies said they managed fine. Hotel pickup is not included, so getting to the pier is on you.

What's Included

Included

Sailing excursion
Unlimited drinks (open bar)
Snacks
Local taxes

Not Included

Gratuities

Itinerary

Arrive at the pierMake your own way to J.E. Irausquin Blvd 1 in Aruba. Hotel pickup is not included, and one reviewer reported queuing at the pier before boarding while the crew prepared the boat after an earlier trip.
Check in and boardCollect a boarding pass, listen to a short introduction from the cruise director, and find a seat on the sundeck, below decks, or on the netting between the hulls.
Sail the coastlineThe catamaran sails up Aruba's scenic coastline while the open bar and snacks run throughout.
Watch the sunsetThe cruise times the return so the sun sets over the Caribbean Sea while you are on the water, with music and drinks continuing.
Return to the pierThe excursion ends back at the departure pier after two hours on the water.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points come up again and again in the listing and in what travellers report back.

Getting there. Hotel pickup is not part of this tour, so plan your own transport to J.E. Irausquin Blvd 1. One reviewer collected a boarding pass from the Coconuts retail spot right on the pier before queuing to board.
Seating choices. There are three ways to ride: the sundeck for fading afternoon light, below decks for shade, or the netting between the two hulls. One reviewer who wanted a calmer spot sat at the front of the boat and enjoyed it, noting that older couples who wanted quiet stayed below deck.
Drinks and snacks. The open bar is unlimited and included, and several reviewers singled out the drinks as a highlight. Snacks are light rather than a full meal, and one reviewer found the appetizers only okay.
Group feel. Reviewers describe a calm crowd of mostly couples in their mid-twenties and older, with a few children aboard. Music plays throughout and some sailings turn dance-heavy, so expect a social atmosphere rather than silence.
Who it suits. The minimum age is three. A reviewer who brought friends in their early seventies was initially worried but said they were fine and had a great time, so it works for older travellers comfortable stepping on and off a boat.
Bring a camera. Multiple reviewers mention the sunset over the water as the payoff of the trip.

Common issues. The biggest mismatch reported is expectations: one reviewer booked expecting a quiet, romantic dinner-style cruise and found a party boat, while another found the same trip laid back rather than lively, so the energy varies by sailing. Snacks are light, and one traveller found the appetizers only adequate. There is no hotel pickup, and children under three cannot board. Beyond ongoing music and the crew's introduction, one reviewer noted there was not much structured entertainment during the sail.

Common Questions

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

No. Hotel pickup is not included with this excursion, so you need to make your own way to the departure point at J.E. Irausquin Blvd 1 in Aruba. Plan transport to the pier in advance, since boarding happens there.

What Is Included In The Price?

The sailing excursion, unlimited drinks from the open bar, snacks and local taxes are all included. Gratuities are not included. Remember that transport to the pier is separate.

How Long Is The Cruise?

The excursion runs for two hours. Reviewers often describe it as short and sweet, a manageable evening outing that still catches the full sunset over the water.

Is It Suitable For Kids And Older Travellers?

The minimum age is three years old. A reviewer who brought friends in their early seventies said they were fine and enjoyed the night, though anyone needing quiet can stay below deck away from the music.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Inside that window the listing does not state a refund, so decide before the deadline if your plans might shift.

Is It A Party Boat Or A Romantic Cruise?

It sits in between, and it varies by sailing. Some reviewers danced most of the cruise, while others found the vibe laid back with mostly couples in their twenties and older. If a quiet, romantic sail is the priority, know that music and a social crowd are part of the setup.