| Tranquilo outing | Time and length | Price | Included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base private charter | By request, hourly | $225 per hour for up to 4 guests; $20 per extra guest per hour; 12 guests maximum | Free pick-up, snacks, fresh fruit, a fully equipped bar, snorkeling equipment |
| Private sunset sail | Departs 5:00 pm, 2 hours | $450 for up to 4 guests, $40 per extra guest, 12 maximum | Hors d'oeuvres and sunset views |
| Snorkel lunch sail with sea turtles | 10:00 am, 4 hours | $900 for up to 4 guests, $80 per extra guest, 12 maximum | Lunch |
| Private dinner sail | 5:00 pm, 3 hours | $550 for 2 guests | Dinner |
| Custom sail | From 10:00 am, days by request | $225 per hour | See the base charter |
Base charters run Monday, Saturday and Sunday or other days on request.
What a charter costs for your group
Using the base rate:
| Group | Length | Cost | Per person |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 guests | 4 hours | $900 | $225 |
| 8 guests | 4 hours | $1,220 ($305 an hour) | $152.50 |
| 12 guests | 3 hours | $1,155 ($385 an hour) | $96.25 |
A group catamaran sunset sail costs about $90 per person with an open bar (see the Aruba sunset cruise), so a private boat is only competitive for groups of eight or more, or when privacy matters more than price. The four-hour turtle lunch sail at $900 for four equals the base rate for four hours, but includes lunch.
Which outing for which group
- Two people, a proposal or an anniversary: the dinner sail ($550 for two, 3 hours from 5:00 pm) or the private sunset sail ($450, 2 hours). Both depart at 5:00 pm.
- Snorkelers who want turtles: the four-hour lunch sail, the only Tranquilo outing that names sea turtles. Its starting price covers four guests, and each extra guest adds $80 up to 12.
- Flexible days and times: the base charter and the custom sail, both by request from 10:00 am, at $225 per hour.
- Cheapest private option for a group of 12: the base charter for three hours at $1,155 comes to $96.25 each; the sunset sail for 12 costs $450 plus eight extra guests at $40, or $770.
Luxury yacht option
On GetYourGuide, the private Caribbean boat trip with snorkeling and drinks is rated 5.0 out of 5 from 10 reviews (read 7 November 2026); its price depends on the date and group. Other charter companies on the tourism board's water-sports list include Monforte Luxury Cruise, Teaser Charters, Hatts Off Charters, Strea Charters and Aruba Private Charters. Monforte is the one the tourism board names for a four-course sailing dinner with butler service.
Group trip instead
If you do not need the whole boat, the Red Sail Antilla snorkel sail is $79 for adults and $63 for children aged 5 to 11 (VisitAruba). The Around Aruba catamaran is $70 per adult and $40 per child for three hours with an open bar. See catamaran cruises and snorkeling tours. Boats leave from Palm Beach, described in Palm Beach.
Typical mistakes
- Reading "$225" as a per-person price: it is per hour for up to four guests.
Forgetting the extra-guest charge: each extra guest adds $20 per hour on the base charter and $40 or $80 on the fixed outings.
Exceeding 12 guests: that is the maximum on the Tranquilo.
Related: deep sea fishing charters in Aruba.
FAQ
How much does a private boat charter in Aruba cost?
From $225 per hour for up to four guests on the Tranquilo, or $450 for a two-hour private sunset sail.
How many people can go?
Up to 12 on the Tranquilo.
Is snorkel gear included?
Yes on the base private charter, along with snacks, fresh fruit, a bar and free pick-up.
Can I charter a luxury yacht?
Yes: Eden Luca Private Yacht Charters is listed on GetYourGuide; the price depends on the date and group.
Aruba Authority editorial team, 7 November 2026.
