Aruba: Sunset Party Bus Bar Crawl with Shots & Pickup

Summary

Sunset party bus ride in Aruba with music laughter bar hopping and local hosts

You’ll jump into Aruba nightlife on a colorful party bus with local guides, starting with welcome shots and dancing as you visit three lively bars around Oranjestad. Expect music, laughter, new friends—and maybe even learn a few dance steps—before heading back with your own Kukoo shot glass as a reminder of sunset fun.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll admit, I was a little skeptical when I saw the Kukoo party bus roll up outside my hotel — it’s bright, loud, and people were already singing (badly, but with heart). But honestly? That first moment stepping onto the open-air bus, music thumping and strangers waving plastic shot glasses, set the tone for the whole Aruba happy hour tour. Our guide — I think her name was Maritza — handed me a shot before I could even sit down. She grinned and said something about “warming up your dancing feet.” Not sure if it worked, but it definitely loosened up my Spanish.

The sun was dropping fast as we rattled through Oranjestad. There’s this weird mix of salt in the air and coconut sunscreen that clings to everything here. At our first stop (somewhere near a mural of flamingos), locals were already at the bar — one guy in a straw hat tried to teach us a two-step to some soca song. I almost tripped over my own flip-flops. The drinks come quick on this Aruba party bus tour; every time you blink someone’s offering you a new flavor of something sweet or sour. Maritza kept laughing at our attempts to pronounce “dushi” (she said it means “sweetheart,” but I still don’t trust my accent).

By the second bar — honestly can’t remember the name, just that there were neon lights and someone’s grandma was dancing better than all of us — things got louder. We swapped stories with another couple from Boston and shared fries that tasted like they’d been fried in someone’s backyard. It felt less like a tour and more like crashing a friend’s birthday party where nobody cares if you know the words to the songs.

The last stop was right by the water. It was darker by then, but you could hear waves behind all the music and shouts. My shirt smelled like rum by this point (not complaining). On the way back, Maritza passed out Kukoo shot glasses for everyone — kind of silly souvenirs, but mine still sits on my shelf at home. Sometimes when I see it I remember how easy it felt to laugh with strangers that night.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Sunset party bus and bar hopping

• Hotel pickup by Kukoo bus
• Receive complimentary Kukoo shot glass
• Enjoy welcome shots on bus
• Dance and listen to music on bus
• Visit first local bar with welcome shot
• Visit second local bar with welcome shot
• Visit third local bar with welcome shot
• Return to hotel after tour

Top questions

What time does the Aruba happy hour party bus start?

The tour runs from 4:30 pm to 8:00 pm.

Is hotel pickup included for this Aruba party bus tour?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

How many bars do we visit during the Aruba bar hopping tour?

You’ll visit three local bars during the experience.

Are drinks included on the Aruba sunset party bus?

You get welcome shots at each stop; other drinks are available at local prices.

Is there an age limit for this Aruba nightlife tour?

The minimum age is 18 years old.

Do I need to provide my accommodation details when booking?

Yes, you must provide your place of stay for pickup arrangements.

Can pregnant travelers join this Aruba party bus tour?

No, it is not recommended for pregnant travelers.

What’s included

Your evening includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a Kukoo shot glass as a souvenir, welcome shots at each bar stop along the route through Oranjestad, plus lively entertainment from local guides throughout your sunset adventure before returning to your hotel.