Private Sunset Tour, Varadero Marina

Private Sunset Tour in Aruba

7 reviews

from $2,150 per group

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Duration: 2 hours
Meeting point: Varadero Marina and Boatyard
Cancellation: Free cancellation
On board: Snacks included
Run by: Strea Charters

Overview

Strea Charters runs this two hour private sunset sail out of Varadero Aruba Marina in Oranjestad, and only your group is on board. The captain handles the boat while drinks and a charcuterie board come out during the trip. You are out on the water for the late afternoon window, with the sailing period running daily between 16:30 and 18:30, and you confirm the exact start time with the operator before you go.

The experience is built around doing very little. Reviewers describe it as relaxed and chilled, with a crew they call attentive, friendly and professional. One traveller called the boat spacious and clean, with room to stretch out and watch the sun go down over the water.

It suits anyone who wants the boat to themselves without organising anything themselves, since this is a private tour where only your group participates. All fees and taxes are in the price, along with the captain, alcohol and snacks, so there is little to arrange on the day. Anyone who wants a shared cruise with a crowd, or who needs wheelchair access, should look elsewhere.

What's Included

Included

Alcoholic beverages
Snacks (Charcuterie board)
All fees and taxes
Captain included

Itinerary

Meet at Varadero MarinaThe crew meets your group at the restaurant on the marina premises at Bucutiweg 34, Oranjestad. You confirm the start time with the operator in advance.
Board the boatOnly your group boards, with a captain included for the sail. The departure falls within the daily 16:30 to 18:30 window.
Sunset sailYou spend two hours on the water with alcoholic beverages and a charcuterie board served on board.
Return to the marinaThe trip ends back at the same meeting point at Varadero Aruba Marina.

What To Expect From The Tour

Here is what matters practically before booking this sail, drawn from the listing and from what travellers have said afterwards.

Drinks and snacks. Alcoholic beverages and a charcuterie board are included, along with all fees and taxes. Several reviewers singled out the food and drinks as a strong point. The drinking age on board is 18 and over.
Music choice. One reviewer mentioned being able to play their own music during the sail. If music matters to the group, it is worth raising with the operator when confirming the start time.
Group feel. This is a private charter, so only your party is on the boat with the captain and crew. Reviewers described the atmosphere as relaxed and unhurried, with attentive service throughout.
Confirm your time. Sailing runs daily in the 16:30 to 18:30 window, but the exact start must be confirmed with the local operator ahead of the trip. Do this as soon as the booking is confirmed so the group arrives on time.
Getting there. The meeting point is the restaurant at Varadero Aruba Marina on Bucutiweg 34 in Oranjestad. The listing notes the site is near public transport, and the tour ends back at the same spot.
Who can come. Most travellers can take part, and strollers as well as service animals are allowed. Infants must sit on laps, and the boat is not wheelchair accessible.

Common issues. The tour is not wheelchair accessible, and infants have to sit on laps, which limits some families. The listing states the experience requires good weather, and if it is cancelled for that reason guests are offered a different date or a full refund, so a fixed departure day could be disrupted. Refunds only apply when cancellation happens at least 24 hours before the start time, and no changes are accepted inside that window.

Common Questions

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

The listing does not state hotel pickup. You meet the crew at the restaurant at Varadero Aruba Marina, Bucutiweg 34, Oranjestad, and the trip ends back there. Check the booking page for anything further on transport.

What Is Included In The Price?

Alcoholic beverages, a charcuterie board of snacks, all fees and taxes, and the captain are included. Several reviewers confirmed the drinks and snacks were served on board.

How Long Is The Tour And When Does It Start?

The sail lasts two hours, running daily within a 16:30 to 18:30 window. You confirm the exact start time with the local operator in advance of the trip.

Is This A Shared Cruise Or Private?

It is a private tour where only your group participates, with the captain and crew on board. Reviewers said the trip felt relaxed and personal.

Can Children Join, And Is It Accessible?

Most travellers can participate and strollers are allowed, but infants must sit on laps and the boat is not wheelchair accessible. The drinking age on board is 18 and over.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside 24 hours there is no refund and no changes are accepted. If the operator cancels for poor weather, you get a different date or a full refund.