Adults Only Sunset Sail Aruba: Rope Swing & Open Bar

Rope swing into the Caribbean, then dance on deck as the sun sets

An adults-only sunset cruise aboard a traditional 85-foot schooner off Aruba where you swing from the pirate rope swing, enjoy an unlimited open bar, and eat BBQ dinner while a DJ plays. The three-hour sail moves from a quiet cove toward the island's glowing shoreline, with time to swim and relax on teak decks between the music and the food.

Step-by-step itinerary

Adults only sunset party cruise

• Board the Jolly Pirate schooner
• Enjoy unlimited open bar
• Listen to DJ Golden's music
• Swing from the pirate rope
• Swim in a quiet cove
• Feast on BBQ dinner
• Watch sunset along Aruba shoreline

The experience

You board an 85-foot schooner in the late afternoon and head into a quiet cove where the real party starts. The rope swing hangs ready. You can swing out over the water and drop in for a swim, or skip it and settle onto the teak decks with a drink. The crew keeps the cocktails flowing (unlimited, no tabs), and a DJ spins tracks that keep the energy up without drowning out conversation. This is not a packed party boat. It's designed for adults who want to move at their own pace.

As the sun drops toward the horizon, the schooner turns back toward shore, and the galley crew serves a full BBQ dinner on deck. The high-rise hotels along Aruba's coast light up as darkness falls, and the sail becomes the backdrop rather than the main event. You can dance if the music moves you, or find a quiet spot on the bowsprit to watch the lights come on across the water. The whole experience runs three hours from boarding to return.

What’s included

• Unlimited alcoholic beverages.
• rope swing access and swimming in the cove.
• full BBQ dinner.
• live DJ entertainment.

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday to ThursdayDeparts at 17:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupUp to 50

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, Portuguese and Dutch

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Jolly Pirates Sailing Cruises & Snorkeling

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese and Dutch, so if you're comfortable in any of those languages, you'll follow the crew's energy and any announcements without strain. This is an adults-only sail, so the vibe stays 18 and up: no kids, no family dynamics, just people who want to move at their own pace between the rope swing, the bar and the sunset.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, Portuguese and Dutch.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

Can I actually swim off the boat, or is the rope swing just for show?

The rope swing is real and ready to use. You can swing out and drop into the water in the quiet cove, then swim back to the boat or climb back aboard using the rope. Swimming is optional: plenty of guests stay on deck.

What is the open bar like on a boat this size?

The crew circulates with cocktails and keeps refilling throughout the sail. It's unlimited, so you're not ordering at a bar or watching a tab. They bring drinks to you on deck.

Does the sunset sail get crowded, or is it a smaller group?

The schooner holds enough people to feel like a party, but it's built around the adult-only rule, so you won't find families or kids. The deck has room to spread out if you want quiet time away from the DJ.

What time does the boat leave, and when do you get back?

The sail runs three hours total. The exact departure time depends on the season and sunset, so check your booking confirmation for the specific time on your date.

Is the BBQ dinner a full meal, or just appetizers?

It's a bountiful BBQ feast served on deck: substantial enough to be dinner, not just snacks. The crew brings it out as you're heading back toward the lights of the high-rise hotels.