Sunset Turtle Snorkel With BBQ

Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes Sunset & BBQ

★ 4.6 379 reviews

from $119 per person

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Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
Meeting point: Lucy’s Retired Surfer Bar Dock
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meal: Meal included
Run by: Spronk Catamarans

Overview

Spronk Catamarans runs this afternoon trip aboard the red catamaran Rubaiyat out of Renaissance Marina in Oranjestad. A World War Two shipwreck and sea turtles are both part of the snorkelling, a combination several reviewers singled out as the highlight of their trip.

The rhythm is simple. Sail out, drop anchor, swim and snorkel with the gear provided, climb back aboard for drinks, then repeat at the next spot. Dinner is served on board at some point in the trip, and reviewers praised the grouper and the barbecue generally. Non-drinkers are covered too, with one reviewer noting plenty of juice and other non-alcoholic options. The boat carries a maximum of 35 travellers, so the crowd stays manageable though it is not a private charter.

Families with children aged roughly 5 to 14 have done this tour and called it a favourite excursion, and most travellers can participate per the listing. It is not wheelchair accessible.

What's Included

Included

Use of snorkelling equipment
Dinner
Open bar
Snorkel With Sea Turtles

Not Included

Transportation fee 12$ p.p

Itinerary

Meet at Renaissance MarinaThe meeting point is Renaissance Marina Paardenbaai in Oranjestad. Walk past Lucy's Restaurant toward the marina; the red catamaran Rubaiyat sits at the end of the dock. Boarding starts at 14:30.
Sail outOnce everyone is aboard, the catamaran heads out toward the snorkel stops along the coast.
Snorkel the WW2 shipwreckOne of the stops is a World War Two shipwreck. Snorkel gear is provided.
Snorkel with sea turtlesFurther stops include swimming with sea turtles. Reviewers reported seeing turtles along with plenty of fish.
Barbecue dinner and open barDinner is served aboard, with barbecue and grouper mentioned by reviewers. The open bar runs through the trip, with non-alcoholic drinks available.
Sunset sail backThe return leg is timed for the sunset over the Aruba coast before docking back at Renaissance Marina.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical things shape how this trip goes, from finding the boat at the marina to what the food is like on board.

Finding the boat. Reviewers found the meeting point easy to find. Walk past Lucy's Restaurant toward the marina, and the red catamaran is at the end of the dock.
What to bring. Snorkel equipment is provided, so there is no need to bring your own.
Food and drink. Dinner and the open bar are included, and reviewers called the barbecue excellent, with grouper a repeated favourite. Non-drinkers said there was enough juice and soft drinks to keep them going.
Pace and fitness. The listing states most travellers can participate, and the trip is built around swim stops and time on deck. Families with children have taken part and enjoyed it.
Group feel. The cap is 35 travellers. Reviewers travelling with children said the crew handled young kids well, and several described the crowd size as comfortable.

Common issues. The listing excludes a transportation fee of 12 USD per person, so factor that in on top of the booking price. This is a shared trip with up to 35 people and an open bar, not a private charter. The operator requires a minimum number of travellers and good weather, and if the trip is cancelled for either reason you are offered a different date or a full refund. The boat is not wheelchair accessible.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Sunset Turtle Snorkel Tour?

The price covers snorkel gear, dinner, an open bar, and the turtle and shipwreck snorkel stops, all over 4.5 hours on the water. A transportation fee of 12 USD per person is listed as an extra. Confirm the current details on the booking page before you go.

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

Pickup is not included in the fare. The listing offers it as an option at 12 USD per person, paid in person. Check the booking page for what transfer options apply to your hotel and whether the fee applies.

Where Does The Tour Start?

It starts and ends at Renaissance Marina Paardenbaai in Oranjestad at 14:30. Walk past Lucy's Restaurant, head down the dock and look for the red catamaran at the end.

Is It Suitable For Kids And Older Travellers?

Yes, within reason. One family with children from 5 to 14 years old said the crew looked after the kids well and it was their favourite excursion, and the listing states most travellers can participate. Wheelchair users cannot be accommodated.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the 14:30 start for a full refund. Inside 24 hours there is no refund and changes are not accepted. Weather cancellations or an unmet minimum group size come with an offer of a different date or a full refund.

What Should I Bring And Wear?

Snorkel equipment is provided, so there is no need to bring your own. Swimwear and a towel are the basics for a trip with several swim stops. Non-drinkers are fine too, since reviewers confirmed juice and soft drinks are available.