Aruba Lagoon Cruise: Snorkel, Kayak & Onboard Chef

Rope swing into the lagoon, then eat what the chef grills in front of you.

A five-hour cruise along Aruba's Southern Coast aboard a teak schooner with snorkeling and kayaking in the Spanish Lagoon, a buffet lunch grilled onboard, unlimited drinks and rope swinging. The guide speaks English, Spanish or Dutch; minimum age is 18. Vegetarian options are available with advance notice.

Step-by-step itinerary

Luxury Lagoon Cruise Experience

• Board the Teak Schooner
• Cruise along Aruba’s Southern Coast
• Enjoy views from the coast
• Relax on lounges or sunbathe
• Visit the bar for refreshments
• Swim or rope-swing in the lagoon
• Join guided snorkel or kayak exploration
• Enjoy lunch grilled onboard
• Savor hand-crafted cocktails and music
• Sail back while enjoying scenic beauty

The Experience

Five hours aboard a teak schooner means you spend the morning and early afternoon on the water without the logistics of renting a boat yourself. The route follows Aruba's Southern Coast toward the Spanish Lagoon, where the snorkeling and kayaking happen. You choose what suits the day: a guided snorkel with equipment provided, a kayak exploration, or simply swimming and rope swinging off the deck. The guide is multilingual and leads the water activities; the rest of the time you're on your own to sunbathe, use the lounges or order from the open bar.

Lunch arrives grilled on sight by the onboard chef—a buffet that sets this cruise apart from the coolers and sandwiches standard on other boats. Caribbean music plays while you eat, and the hand-crafted cocktails keep coming. Light breakfast, fresh fruit, cheese and olives are served earlier in the day. The open bar runs the whole five hours, so Mimosas at sunrise and rum drinks at lunch are both covered.

You collect your ticket at the box office on the day of the activity. Public transportation options are nearby if you need to reach the departure point. Vegetarian meals are available if you request them when booking.

What’s included

• Buffet lunch grilled onboard.
• snorkeling equipment and guided snorkel in the Spanish Lagoon.
• kayak and guided kayak exploration.
• rope swinging.
• unlimited drinks including hand-crafted cocktails, beer and wine.
• light breakfast with fresh fruit, cheese and olives.
• professional multilingual guide.
• all taxes, fees and handling charges.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditions

Operated by Pelican Aruba

Is this one for you?Spend your morning or afternoon snorkeling and kayaking from our schooner, then enjoy grilled lunch and craft cocktails while sailing Aruba's southern coast.

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Top questions

What exactly do I do during the snorkeling and kayaking part of the cruise?

The snorkeling and kayaking happen in the Spanish Lagoon as the boat sails along Aruba's Southern Coast. A professional guide leads both activities; snorkeling equipment is provided, and kayaks are available for anyone who wants to paddle. You choose which one to do, or you can skip both and swim or rope swing instead.

Is the lunch included in the price, and what if I'm vegetarian?

Lunch is included and prepared by an onboard chef grilled fresh during the cruise. A vegetarian option is available—just let the operator know when you book.

How much alcohol can I drink if the bar is unlimited?

The open bar covers all drinks for the full five hours, from hand-crafted cocktails to beer and wine. There's no limit on quantity, though the operator notes the cruise is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health.

What's the minimum age to go on this cruise?

The minimum age is 18 years old.

Do I need to bring my own snorkeling gear or swimsuit?

Snorkeling equipment is provided. Bring your own swimsuit and towel; towels are not included with the cruise.

Can I board if I use a wheelchair or have mobility challenges?

Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated if you're accompanied by someone who can assist you boarding and disembarking the schooner.