Happy Hour Sail, Bites And Cocktails

Aruba Happy Hour Sunset Sail with Savory Bites and Cocktails

★ 4.7 1,880 reviews

from $89.99 per person

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Duration: 2 hours
Meeting point: Confirmed after booking
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Run by: Octopus Snorkeling, Sailing & Sunset Tours - Private Charter - Boat Rental

Overview

This is a two-hour trimaran sail out of Palm Beach that pairs the Aruba sunset with an open cocktail bar and a steady stream of appetizers. Check-in happens at the Octopus Aruba beach hut behind the Holiday Inn at 4:30PM, boarding follows at 4:45PM, and the boat departs at 5:00PM. Guests reach the trimaran by a short shuttle boat ride from the beach, a trip of about 30 meters across water the operator describes as lake-calm for most of the year.

Once aboard, the format is simple. A captain and crew run the boat, a certified first responder is on board, drinks pour freely from the open bar, and appetizers are included in the fare. Reviews of this exact sailing describe hors d'oeuvres served back to back and drinks that kept coming throughout the trip.

The sail carries a maximum of 34 travellers, and reviews describe the mood as intimate, relaxing and friendly. It does not suit wheelchair users, and hotel transport is not part of the package, so travellers make their own way to Palm Beach.

What's Included

Included

Captain and crew
Life jackets
Certified first responder
Unlimited drinks (open cocktail bar)
Access to restroom on-board
Octopus souvenir
Appetizers

Not Included

Octopus T-Shirt (available to purchase)
Hotel pick up and drop-off

Itinerary

Check in at the beach hutArrive at the Octopus Aruba beach hut on Palm Beach behind the Holiday Inn, reached by walking through the hotel lobby to the beach and turning left onto the footpath. Check-in is at 4:30PM.
Shuttle boat to the trimaranBoarding starts at 4:45PM. A shuttle boat carrying up to 15 people makes the roughly 30-meter transfer out to the trimaran, and crew assist guests stepping across.
Sunset sail, 2 hoursThe trimaran departs at 5:00PM for a two-hour cruise with unlimited drinks from the open cocktail bar and appetizers included.
Return to Palm BeachThe activity ends back at the meeting point on Palm Beach after the sail.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points shape how this trip goes, from the boat transfer to how quickly seats fill.

Arrive early. Check-in is at 4:30PM and boarding at 4:45PM.
Getting aboard. Reaching the trimaran involves a short shuttle boat ride from the beach. Travellers mentioned crew helping less mobile guests with the climb.
Food and drink. The open cocktail bar is unlimited and appetizers are included. Several reviews describe appetizers served back to back and drinks that kept flowing throughout the sail. Specific dietary requirements can be flagged at the time of booking.
Group feel. The boat holds a maximum of 34 travellers.
Weather and sunset. The sunset itself depends on conditions on the day. Poor weather can cancel the sail, with a new date or full refund offered.
Photos and extras. The sail gives views of the Aruba coast from the water. A souvenir is included, but an Octopus t-shirt costs extra if wanted.

Common issues. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so travellers need their own transport to the Palm Beach meeting point, which is near public transportation. The boat is not wheelchair accessible, and boarding requires a shuttle boat transfer that involves some stepping and climbing. The experience needs a minimum number of travellers and good weather to run; if either is not met, the operator offers a different date, a different experience, or a full refund. Refunds require cancellation at least 24 hours before the start time. One reviewer reported a booking mix-up on arrival and a dispute over the refund.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

The tour includes the captain and crew, life jackets, a certified first responder, unlimited drinks from the open cocktail bar, appetizers, restroom access on board, and an Octopus souvenir. An Octopus t-shirt is available to purchase separately.

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. Travellers make their own way to the Octopus Aruba beach hut on J.E. Irausquin Blvd in Palm Beach, behind the Holiday Inn, though the meeting point is near public transportation.

Where Do I Check In And When?

Check in at the Octopus Aruba beach hut on Palm Beach behind the Holiday Inn at 4:30PM, with boarding at 4:45PM and departure at 5:00PM. Walk through the hotel lobby to the beach, turn left on the footpath, and the hut is on the right. The sail ends back at the same point.

Is The Cruise Suitable For Children?

Yes. Children are welcome and infants under two cruise free. Most travellers can participate, though the boat is not wheelchair accessible and boarding involves a shuttle boat ride of about 30 meters from the beach to the trimaran.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

A full refund requires cancelling at least 24 hours before the start time. Changes made within 24 hours of departure are not accepted. If the operator cancels for poor weather or because the minimum number of travellers is not met, guests are offered a different date or experience, or a full refund.

What Should I Bring?

The listing does not give a packing list. Since boarding starts from the beach and ends with a shuttle boat back to shore, footwear that can handle sand is sensible. Any dietary requirements should be noted at the time of booking.