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Jolly Pirates Cruises
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Aruba's most popular Snorkel and Sunset Cruises are aboard the Teak Schooners, Jolly Pirates. The Jolly Pirates talented crew will perform back flips, literally to keep their guests returning year after year.
Oranjestad, Aruba
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2023
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Chris G
Noord, Aruba25 contributions
Best Snorkel tour on the Island!!!
Aug 2020
I have been doing the Jolly Pirate Cruise and snorkel trip last 8 years always in the afternoon for the 3 hour trip and so worth it BUT this year we decided to wake up early (8:30am hahahaha) and take the 4 hour trip at 9am. Soooo worth it and book it for a Saturday or Sunday trip is discounted. Antille first stop ton of fish and very clear, a little choppy but to be expected. Ship is 65 feet down and reachable on a free dive, magnificent to see the size so close. 2 more stops of great corals and fish with jumping off the side into the 15 ft deep blue water. Then the rope swing off the side was so much fun. After 3 dive stops and rope swing it didn’t end, the crew then served a chicken and ribs barbecue that was shocking how good of a surprise, spectacular lunch!!! On ride home we were joined by windsurfers on our port side doing tricks off our wake and then grabbing some quick refreshers of Pirate Poison. Crew was so much fun and helpful all around, even sang happy birthday to my daughter...Best on the island!!!
Written August 9, 2020
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BTA1024
Pittsburgh, PA185 contributions
4th time- just as great as the 1st!!
Feb 2021 • Solo
Went for a 4 hour snorkeling trip yesterday, where the crew and team were fantastic. While the water was cloudier than usual due to storms, the crew still made it fun with good music and a few areas where the snorkeling was good. One other key point, safety was first on their mind since there were kids and older farts like me on the boat where everyone had fun- the rope swing is a MUST ( I told one apprehensive 7 year old boy if I can do it at 57, he better- he came up to me later with a huge grin - saying he did it 5 time’s)!This is my first time going by myself, but it was just as fun!! Well done Jolly Pirates. Thinking about a Sunset cruise later in the week.
Written February 3, 2021
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Trippintherift
26 contributions
Afternoon snorkel trip
Mar 2020
This was a lot of fun, went to the ship wreck and Boca Catalina to snorkel. Water was a bit cloudy but it was a windy wavy day. Could see the bow of the ship but not a lot more. Cruise was fun with music and dancing, definitely a younger crowd but all good fun swinging front the rope and watching the youngsters make fools of the selves. Would recommend for all, and book online for the discount!
Written March 12, 2020
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Mike
Sharon, MA4 contributions
Great Sails!
Oct 2021
Great Sails!
Review of Jolly Pirate Morning Sail and Snorkel Cruise in Aruba
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After a week we just got home from Aruba yesterday . We were celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary on Tuesday and the one thing my wife wanted to do was a sunset cruise on our anniversary. While the sunset was ok that can't be blamed on the Jolly Pirate. The cruise, the drinks, crew, and atmosphere were awesome!

We enjoyed the sunset cruise so much we booked the Morning Sail and Snorkel cruise when we docked.

We had such a great time. I am a strong swimmer so I did the snorkeling at the shipwreck. My wife knows her limits and waited for the second and third locations. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and encouraging with some great tips for beginners. There was plenty of music and plenty of drinks. While I will say the drinks at the sunset cruise were stronger there was still plenty of alcohol in them. My theory on that, and with all-inclusive resorts, is people can find themselves in a lot of trouble because they had too much alcohol in the strong sun.

Looking forward to our next trip and booking the Jolly Pirate
Written October 10, 2021
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rnmom76
Boston, MA36 contributions
So much fun!!
Oct 2019
We didn't do too much in Aruba other than lounge and relax on the beach but decided to try the Jolly Pirate from multiple friend recommendations. It was so much fun! The music and staff are so fun and engaging! They also give you free mixed drinks the whole excursion if you are into that. The snorkeling was also fun!It was just my husband and I but there were kids on the excursion however, I am not sure I would have brought my 13 and 15 year old on it because of all the alcohol and shot drinking but to each their own. I would also recommend an early trip as it can get hot and very sunny. I cannot wait to go back!
Written January 12, 2020
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janelle t
3 contributions
Awesome snorkeling
Mar 2020
This was an awesome snorkeling trip, first you go to the WW2 ship wreck to snorkel and then they take you to two different locations with great views of fish. They let you jump off the rope swing and dance to music while drinking pirates poison. Lots of fun!
Written March 17, 2020
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Mike H
12 contributions
Private charter
Aug 2020 • Family
Given the current climate with the state of the world during pandemic, it’s difficult to feel comfortable doing things that you would typically describe as comfortable. That being said, the jolly pirates team did a wonderful job accommodating a private party for the guests at our wedding for a private charter. All high touch points were appropriately cleaned and sanitized, all crew-members were in masks, and everybody was made to feel comfortable. Everyone had a great time and really enjoyed the time on the open seas. A definite must do when visiting the One Happy Island.
Written August 16, 2020
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D. Bryant
Miami, FL66 contributions
Awesome pirate cruise!
Nov 2019 • Couples
Easy to say this was the best part of the trip...from the moment we got onto the ship until we stepped off we were treated as you would want to be. If you tip, as you should, then they will ensure you enjoy yourself...even more. The alcohol served was served with a smile and good conversation when they weren’t too busy. This is a place that has a crew that was funny, alert and very professional. I would recommend this cruise to you no matter what...you WILL enjoy it!
Written January 8, 2020
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BETH K
1 contribution
Amazing experience
Nov 2022 • Couples
Our morning snorkeling adventure started off with heavy rains. But, the crew and captain were so upbeat, friendly and cautious-we sailed on and after the first snorkeling place, the rain stopped. The crew made sure to keep cracking jokes, playing music etc., telling stories. This was THE BEST part of our trip to Aruba by far. Although I was too scared to swing off the rope into the water, I did jump from the top which was amazing. Highly recommend this adventure!
Written November 13, 2022
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Jesse W
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Private Pirate Ship
Aug 2022
My husband and I decided we wanted to hire Jolly pIrates to do a pre-wedding snorkel adventure for our guests. We’ve taken Jolly Pirates before so we knew how much fun it was and how beautiful the locations that they take us to are. We decided to rent a private boat since we had over 50 people coming to the wedding. We had around 50 guests that decided to join us. Hiring the Jolly Pirates was so easy and they are incredible to work with. They took the time to meet with us prior to booking and answered all of our questions. Booking them was seamless. We worked with Carla, who is the sweetest person. She is so incredibly helpful. All of the guests had the BEST time, the crew was spectacular, the boat was clean, and the locations were beautiful. Many of our guests were raving about the time. They loved snorkeling, the food and especially the rope swing. This helped set the tone for the wedding because everyone got the chance to meet each other prior to the big day. I cannot recommend Jolly Pirates enough. If you are planning a wedding, book this adventure! You will not regret it!
Written November 20, 2022
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