Aruba: Sunset Catamaran Sail with Open Bar & Snacks

Summary

Aruba sunset sail with cocktails snacks and ocean views

You’ll board a catamaran right off Aruba’s coast and sail into open water as daylight fades. Sip tropical cocktails from an open bar, snack on savory bites, and watch local guides point out their favorite spots along the shore. The sunset feels different when you’re out there—the colors really do stick with you long after you’re back on land.

What’s the experience like?

Li grinned at me as we stepped barefoot onto the catamaran—she’d already made friends with one of the crew, who handed us these plastic cups filled with something bright and sweet. “Papiamento for cheers?” he asked, and I tried to repeat it. Li laughed when I tried to say it in Mandarin—probably butchered it, but nobody seemed to mind. The boat rocked gently as we pulled away from Palm Beach, reggae humming low from a speaker somewhere behind us.

The water off Aruba is this weird blue that looks fake in photos but real up close—almost glassy as the sun started dropping. Our guide, Daniel (he grew up here), pointed out little details along the shoreline: pelicans diving, a hotel where his cousin worked, a stretch of sand where locals play dominoes at dusk. I leaned against the rail, sticky salt on my fingers from the snacks they passed around—something cheesy and crisp that I still think about. There was a moment when everything went kind of quiet except for the wind and someone’s laughter drifting back from the bow.

I didn’t expect how much I’d like just standing there with my drink, watching everyone else settle into their own sunset moods. Some people took photos every two minutes; others just stared out at the horizon like they were waiting for something. The sky went all gold and then pinkish-red over Eagle Beach, and honestly? It felt like time slowed down for a bit—not in any dramatic way, just enough to notice.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Aruba sunset catamaran cruise

• Board open-deck catamaran
• Sail along Aruba shoreline
• Enjoy tropical cocktail and snacks
• Watch sunset over the ocean
• Relax and admire evening sky

Top questions

Is there an open bar on the Aruba sunset sail?

Yes, alcoholic beverages are included from an open bar during the cruise.

Are snacks provided during the catamaran tour?

Yes, savory snacks are served while you sail.

Is this Aruba sunset cruise wheelchair accessible?

Yes, both transportation options and the boat are wheelchair accessible.

Can infants or small children join this sunset sail?

Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller on board.

Where does the Aruba sunset sail depart from?

The cruise departs from Aruba’s main shoreline near Palm Beach.

How long does the Aruba sunset catamaran tour last?

The exact duration isn’t specified but it covers sailing during sunset hours along Aruba’s coast.

Are public transportation options available nearby?

Yes, public transportation options are available close to departure points.

What’s included

Your evening includes boarding a comfortable open-deck catamaran near Aruba’s coast with access to an open bar serving alcoholic drinks throughout your sail, plus savory snacks passed around as you watch the sun set over the shoreline before returning ashore.