Full-Day Private Boat Tour in Aruba with Snorkeling & Lunch

Explore Aruba from the water with an 8-hour private pontoon boat adventure operated by Nos Isla Private Tours Aruba.

This customizable experience gives your group exclusive use of a pontoon boat with a dedicated captain, allowing you to spend the day snorkeling, relaxing, exploring quieter coastal locations and enjoying time together.

The package includes an open bar, a mixed lunch platter, snorkeling equipment, water shoes, life jackets, paddleboarding through mangroves and onboard games.

Prices start at $1,140, and the experience has an advertised 5.0/5 rating based on 41 Viator guest reviews.

This is a full-day private boat experience in Aruba.

Unlike a shared catamaran excursion with a fixed group itinerary, the tour is reserved exclusively for your booking group.

You'll have a dedicated captain and approximately eight hours to enjoy the water.

The operator describes the experience as customizable, allowing guests to focus on activities such as snorkeling, swimming, relaxing and exploring less-crowded locations.

The exact route and stops are not specified in the supplied listing.

Confirm your preferred activities with the operator before departure, as the final itinerary may depend on weather, sea conditions and access restrictions.

Several features distinguish this experience from a conventional snorkeling excursion.

Eight hours on a private pontoon boat

The advertised duration is eight hours.

This provides considerably more time than a typical two- or three-hour snorkeling cruise.

Dedicated captain

Your group has a private pontoon boat with a captain.

You don't need to operate the vessel yourself.

Snorkeling equipment included

The operator provides snorkeling equipment, allowing guests to explore the water during suitable stops.

Mangrove paddleboarding

The package includes an advertised paddleboard tour through a quiet mangrove environment.

Lunch and open bar

A mixed lunch platter, alcoholic beverages and nonalcoholic drinks are included.

Onboard entertainment

The boat includes a JBL speaker and games such as dominoes, UNO, cornhole and Jenga XL.

The experience lasts approximately eight hours.

After meeting the operator, your group boards the private pontoon boat with its captain.

The itinerary is designed to be flexible rather than a fixed sightseeing route.

Depending on the arrangements, your day may include snorkeling, swimming, paddleboarding and relaxing aboard the boat.

The operator also provides refreshments, lunch and entertainment throughout the experience.

The supplied listing doesn't identify the departure marina, exact meeting point or guaranteed snorkeling locations.

Confirm these details before booking.

Snorkeling is one of the advertised activities.

The operator includes snorkeling equipment and life jackets for adults and children.

Aruba offers a variety of coastal environments, but the supplied itinerary doesn't identify particular reefs or beaches.

Don't assume the tour includes Antilla Shipwreck, Tres Trapi, Boca Catalina or another specific snorkeling destination unless the operator confirms it.

Marine wildlife sightings are also not guaranteed.

One of the more distinctive inclusions is a paddleboard tour through a mangrove area.

The operator describes this as an opportunity to enjoy the quiet environment of the mangroves.

This activity adds variety to the day beyond snorkeling and relaxing on the boat.

The supplied listing doesn't specify the duration of the paddleboard activity or the exact location.

Participation may depend on individual ability and local conditions.

The tour includes a mixed lunch platter with a variety of foods.

The advertised menu includes:

• Fried calamari
• Shrimp
• Fried fresh fish
• Steak
• Chicken wings
• Sausages
• French fries
• Fried funchi with cheese
• Different sauces

Funchi is a traditional Caribbean cornmeal dish.

The mixed platter gives guests several food options during the full-day experience.

The listing doesn't specify portion sizes or whether the menu can be adjusted for allergies and dietary restrictions.

Contact the operator in advance if you have special requirements.

The tour advertises an open bar with alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages.

Nonalcoholic drinks

The listed selection includes Coca-Cola, Sprite, water, cranberry juice and pineapple juice.

The operator also invites requests for other nonalcoholic beverages.

Additional requests should be confirmed before booking.

Alcoholic drinks

The advertised selection includes:

• Aruba Ariba
• Long Island cocktails
• Vodka
• Local tropical rum
• Morrison whisky
• Chardonnay
• Merlot

The operator specifies a minimum drinking age of 18.

The listing doesn't guarantee every drink will be available in unlimited quantities throughout the day, so confirm any particular requirements with the operator.

The private pontoon boat includes several features designed for a relaxed group experience.

The advertised amenities include:

• JBL speaker for your own music
• Dominoes
• Cornhole
• UNO
• Jenga XL
• Floaties
• Water shoes for adults and children
• Life jackets for adults and children

These features make the experience suitable for groups that want more than snorkeling alone.

Yes.

The operator explicitly advertises a 100% private boat experience.

Your booking group has the private pontoon boat and dedicated captain.

However, the supplied listing doesn't specify the maximum passenger capacity.

Confirm the permitted group size before booking, especially if you're planning a family gathering or celebration.

Prices start at $1,140.

The advertised experience includes the private boat, captain, lunch, open bar and activity equipment.

The supplied listing doesn't explicitly establish how many guests are covered by the starting price.

Confirm the total cost for your group and whether any additional charges apply.

The private format, onboard games, floaties and children's life jackets may appeal to families.

The operator also lists water shoes for adults and children.

However, the activity requires at least a moderate level of physical fitness.

Infants must sit on an adult's lap according to the supplied participation information.

Families should confirm age restrictions, boarding arrangements and the suitability of individual water activities before booking.

The operator states that this experience is not recommended for:

• Pregnant travelers
• Travelers with spinal injuries
• Travelers with poor cardiovascular health

A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended.

Life jackets are included.

Guests should follow the captain's instructions and consider their own swimming abilities when participating in water activities.

The advertised package includes:

• Private pontoon boat
• Dedicated captain
• Eight-hour experience
• Snorkeling equipment
• Paddleboard tour through mangroves
• Adult and children's water shoes
• Adult and children's life jackets
• Floaties
• Mixed lunch platter
• Alcoholic open bar
• Nonalcoholic beverages
• JBL speaker
• Onboard games

This is a substantial inclusion list compared with many shorter Aruba boat excursions.

The supplied listing doesn't confirm:

• Hotel pickup or drop-off
• Transportation to the departure point
• Gratuities
• Specific snorkeling destinations
• Guaranteed wildlife sightings
• Exact group capacity
• Professional photography
• Additional meals beyond the mixed lunch platter

Confirm any important arrangements before booking.

Consider bringing:

• Swimwear
• Towel
• Reef-conscious sunscreen
• Hat and sunglasses
• Change of clothes
• Waterproof bag
• Booking confirmation
• Any required medication

Snorkeling equipment and water shoes are advertised as included, so you shouldn't need to bring your own unless you prefer to.

The experience has an advertised 5.0/5 rating based on 41 Viator guest reviews.

The visible rating breakdown includes 39 five-star reviews and one four-star review.

These visible ratings total 40, rather than the advertised 41 reviews.

The overall rating is a positive signal, but read recent feedback to understand the experience in more detail.

The advertised cancellation policy allows a full refund when canceling at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure.

The supplied listing doesn't separately confirm a free bad-weather cancellation policy.

Because the tour takes place on the water, ask the operator about weather-related changes if necessary.

How much does a private boat tour in Aruba cost?

This Nos Isla Private Tours experience starts at $1,140. Confirm how many guests are included in the quoted price.

How long is the private boat tour?

Eight hours.

Is the boat completely private?

Yes. The experience is advertised as 100% private.

Does the tour include a captain?

Yes. A dedicated captain is included.

Is snorkeling included?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment is provided.

Is lunch included?

Yes. A mixed lunch platter is included.

Are alcoholic drinks included?

Yes. An alcoholic open bar is advertised for guests aged 18 and older.

Is paddleboarding included?

Yes. The package advertises a paddleboard tour through mangroves.

Can we choose where to go?

The tour is advertised as customizable, but specific destinations should be arranged with the operator and are subject to operating conditions.

Is transportation from the hotel included?

Hotel transportation isn't listed as included.

Is the experience suitable for children?

The operator provides children's life jackets and water shoes, but families should confirm participation requirements.

Can I cancel?

A full refund is advertised for cancellations made at least 24 hours before the scheduled experience.

Operator: Nos Isla Private Tours Aruba.

Experience: Custom Full-Day Private Adventure: Snorkel & Explore Hidden Spots.

Duration: 8 hours.

Starting price: $1,140.

Boat: Private pontoon.

Captain: Included.

Private booking: Yes.

Snorkeling equipment: Included.

Mangrove paddleboarding: Included.

Lunch: Mixed platter included.

Alcoholic drinks: Included, age 18+.

Nonalcoholic drinks: Included.

Water shoes: Included.

Life jackets: Included.

Onboard games: Included.

Departure point: Not specified.

Group capacity: Not specified.

Reviews: 5.0/5 from 41 Viator reviews.

Cancellation: Full refund at least 24 hours before departure.

Contact: +297 569 3762.

Nos Isla's full-day private pontoon adventure is an attractive option for families and groups who want an exclusive day on the water.

Its strongest selling points are the eight-hour duration, private captain, included lunch and open bar, snorkeling equipment and mangrove paddleboarding.

The onboard games and other amenities also make it appealing for groups that want to combine water activities with relaxation.

The main details to confirm are the maximum group size, final booking price, departure location and planned route.

For a shorter option from the same operator, compare the Half-Day Private Snorkel & Mangrove Experience, or browse private boat and snorkeling tours in Aruba.