The 13 Best Sunset Sailing Cruises in Aruba

1.Aruba Sunset Sail with Appetizers and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,024 reviews · from $92Our pick

Sail Aruba’s coast aboard a luxury catamaran from Piet’s Pier Bar at 5:30 pm. Enjoy Palm Beach views, unlimited drinks, finger foods, local music, dancing, and crew storytelling. Crew members such as Junior, Brandon, Lizzie, and Captain D are often praised for keeping the evening relaxed and fun.

“We have heard great things about this activity and had to test it out for ourselves! This experience was a blast and the crew was to thank for that! Drinks were flowing, vibes were high, and the views were something from a dream. If you are wondering if this is worth it…. My answer it is worth ever dollar and some!! Book it and you won’t regret it!”

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2.Aruba Happy Hour Sunset Sail with Savory Bites and Cocktails

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,488 reviews · from $84

Join Captain Martin, Shaka, Jose, and the Octopus crew for a two-hour sunset sail from Palm Beach. A shuttle boat takes you to the 40-foot trimaran, where cushioned seats, open-bar cocktails, nonalcoholic drinks, and appetizers arrive at your seat. Expect a sociable but not oversized group.

“Great experience from start to finish. Exceptional crew, beautiful sunset, great drinks and snacks. I would 100% recommend”

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3.Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise Aboard The Dolphin Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 649 reviews · from $59

Board The Dolphin Catamaran from the beach near the Hyatt Regency with Olga or John at Delphi Watersports. You’ll sail Aruba’s north coast, enjoy an open bar and Caribbean music, stop to swim at Boca Catalina or nearby waters, then watch the sunset before returning to shore.

“The sunset cruise did not disappoint. The crew was great. Music playing, drinks flowing, and happy people. How can you not go wrong? We loved it.”

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4.Aruba Sunset Sail Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 513 reviews · from $70

Board Pelican’s open-deck catamaran at Pelican Pier for a two-hour Aruba sunset cruise. Expect Eagle Beach, Palm Beach, and California Lighthouse views, an open bar, light snacks, island music, and a lively crew that may include Jonathan, Sal, or Carlos.

“It was very laid back and relaxing. Smooth sailing and a very nice evening watching the sun set and the stars come out.”

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5.Aruba Sunset Jolly Pirate Sail with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 399 reviews · from $70

Sail Aruba’s west coast aboard a pirate-style schooner for about two hours. Enjoy an open bar, music, teak decks, sunset views, and a rope swing into the Caribbean. The crew, including names such as Johnny, Jose, and Oscar on some sailings, keeps the mood lively. Bring swimwear, a towel, and a change of clothes.

“We had such a great time! The crew was entertaining and upbeat and kept the drinks flowing. The rope swing was so fun!”

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6.Aruba Sunset Sail Dinner Cruise with Open Bar by Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 393 reviews · from $137Top rated

Board at Piet’s Pier Bar behind the Hyatt Regency at 5:30 pm for a three-hour catamaran cruise. Enjoy sparkling wine, an open bar, Caribbean-inspired buffet dishes, sunset views, music, and a return to Palm Beach under the stars.

“I had so so much fun. My boyfriend sister and I went on this excursion and we got sat with a lovely couple and their 14 year old son. The views were so so amazing and the whole crowd on the boat was lovely. The vibes were amazing the entire trip and at the end they put on red and blue lights on the boat and the main deck turned into a dance floor and it everyone got up and danced together. 10000000/10 would do again”

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7.Aruba Sunset Sail with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 379 reviews · from $112

Meet at De Palm Pier at 5:30 pm for a two-hour sunset sail on a luxury catamaran. Enjoy island views from the deck or trampoline netting, order unlimited drinks, snack, and listen to music as the sun drops over the Caribbean. Cesar and bartender Alex have been praised for lively service, though crew assignments may vary.

“A great way to start our trip to Aruba! My husband and I loved it and would recommend to friends. Yay!”

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8.Aruba Morning Snorkeling or Sunset Sail to Boca Catalina With BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 273 reviews · from $119

Spend 4.5 hours aboard a small Spronk Catamaran, stopping at the Antilla Shipwreck, Boca Catalina, and Tres Trapi. Snorkel, swim, use the SUP boards, enjoy unlimited drinks and a choice of chicken, ribs, grouper, or vegetarian pasta. Choose a morning sail or sunset dinner cruise.

“They say to be at the boat by 2:30 but they wait almost an hour to leave. Food is fair. Ribs by far the best”

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9.Aruba Sunset Sail with Caribbean Dinner and Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 224 reviews · from $109

Board at Piet’s Pier for a 2.5-hour sunset sail toward Eagle Beach and the lighthouse. Enjoy steel-drum music, an open bar, and a Caribbean buffet served while the catamaran is moored. The crew may include familiar hosts such as Dennis, Kevin, or Lizzy.

“Entertainment, food, and views were great. Plenty of room to move around and see things from all sides.”

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10.Adults Only Catalina Bay Small Group Snorkel & Sunset Sail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 106 reviews · from $124

Sail from Hadicurari Fishermen’s Pier aboard the Black Pearl or Blue Melody for a calm, adults-only afternoon. You’ll snorkel at Catalina Bay, use clean included gear, enjoy rum punch, watermelon, vegetarian sandwiches, grilled cheese, and watch the sunset with no more than 12 people aboard.

“Crew was awesome 😎 and fun. Food and beverage was great. Not a party boat which was what we wanted.”

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11.Banana Adventure Catamaran Tropical Sunset Sail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 95 reviews · from $50Best value

Sail Aruba’s coast for about two hours aboard a 50-foot catamaran, with fruit snacks, liquor, mixers, soft drinks, juices, and water included. The 5 p.m. trip passes beaches, hotel areas, shipwrecks, and the Oranjestad harbor entrance before sunset. Beer is not included.

“Wonderful staff made a great atmosphere on the sunset cruise. Unlimited drinks made it even more worthwhile!”

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12.Private Sunset Catamaran Adventure Cruise with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews

Join Olga and Jhon for a two-hour private catamaran cruise from the Hyatt Regency beach. Sip drinks from the open bar, pass Arashi Beach, swim or use the rope swing, and watch the sun set over Aruba. Crews may include Jose, Kamal, Rueben, or Fred.

“Rueben and Fred were awesome. Beyond expectations. Bring towels and swimsuits to go on slide and get in the water with the turtles !!!!”

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13.Coral Sunset Sail with 3 Course Dinner in Aruba

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews

Book a private three-hour sunset sail from Varadero Marina, with pickup from your hotel or cruise terminal, a three-course dinner, premium open bar, music, and views from Nikki Beach to Surfside. The boat suits couples or a small group of up to six friends.

“Wonderful romantic for our 8th anniversary! Temperature, breeze, comfort, music, and 5 star service and food. Absolutely worth every penny and memories to last a lifetime.”

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