Bermuda: Sunset Catamaran Cruise & Rum Swizzle

Sunset over the Atlantic, Rum Swizzle in Hand

You board a 50-foot catamaran at sunset, get unlimited Rum Swizzles and fresh cookies, listen to island music and light commentary as the light fades, and return to Dockyard within 90 minutes. Bring cash if you want anything beyond the included swizzles, and wear shoes you don't mind getting wet.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset cocktail cruise on catamaran

• Board the Restless Native Catamaran
• Enjoy fresh chocolate chip cookies
• Set sail and experience island hospitality
• Listen to island music and commentary
• Watch the sunset over the water
• Drink complimentary Rum Swizzle cocktails
• Purchase drinks from the full cash bar

The experience

The catamaran's deck is already warm beneath your feet when you step aboard the Restless Native. Fifty feet of bright, open space, and the sun is already dropping toward the horizon. You've got 90 minutes before dark, and the crew hands you a glass of Rum Swizzle (the real thing, not a tourist version) along with a warm chocolate chip cookie that came out of the galley minutes before you arrived. The water is calm enough that you can hear the ice clinking in your drink and the island music playing from somewhere forward.

This is the kind of thing that sounds simple until you're actually out there. The catamaran moves slow enough that you're not fighting the swell, fast enough that the breeze keeps things cool. Conversation drifts between passengers. Some are here before dinner, some are just trying to see what Bermuda looks like from the water. The crew keeps the commentary light, pointing out the color of the sky as it shifts, talking about the island without making it feel like a lecture. If you want another Swizzle, you order it from the cash bar. If you want to stand at the rail and watch the light change, nobody interrupts you.

The whole thing lands you back at Dockyard before it gets fully dark, which means you can still make a dinner reservation or head into town without feeling rushed. The meeting point is at the Royal Naval Dockyard, so if you're staying on the west side of the island, it's straightforward. If you're further east, places like Grotto Bay or St. Regis: the travel back in the evening can eat into your night, so that's worth thinking about before you book. Weather matters too. Heavy rain or thunder shuts it down, so calling ahead on a questionable day saves a wasted trip.

What’s included

• Your 90-minute cruise includes unlimited Rum Swizzles, fresh chocolate chip cookies baked onboard, water and juice, live island music, and conversation-style commentary from the crew.
• A full cash bar is available if you want other beverages.
• Public transportation options are available near the Dockyard if you need to arrange your own arrival.

Before you book

Days and timesThursdayDeparts at 17:30

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupUp to 50 · max 9 per booking

Live guideEnglish

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

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by Restless Native

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a pre-dinner activity that doesn't require arranging your own boat or mixing drinks: the fixed 90 minutes and included swizzles mean you're back on land in time for a restaurant reservation, and you're not spending the evening coordinating logistics.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the Bermuda sunset catamaran cruise?

The cruise is 1.5 hours, departing and returning to the Royal Naval Dockyard.

What drinks and food are included?

Unlimited Rum Swizzles, water, juice, and fresh chocolate chip cookies baked onboard. A full cash bar is available for other drinks.

Is there a minimum age requirement?

Yes, the minimum drinking age is 18 years.

What if the weather is bad?

The tour will not operate in heavy rain or thunder. If weather looks questionable, call ahead to confirm before traveling to the Dockyard.

Can I book this if I'm staying on the east end of the island?

You can, but the travel to and from the Dockyard in the evening may be inconvenient. The operator does not recommend it for guests staying at places like Grotto Bay, St. Regis, The Loren, or Rosewood.

What should I wear?

Comfortable shoes are recommended. High heels are not advised.

Is there a cash bar?

Yes. A full cash bar is available onboard, accepting cash, Visa, and Mastercard.