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Aqua Donut Boat Rental for 10 people
Rent a unique donut boat with built in cooler and enjoy the freedom of your own private cruise along the shores of Aruba with your friends and family.
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Aqua Donut Boat Rental for 10 peopleprivate

Rent a unique donut boat with built in cooler and enjoy the freedom of your own private cruise along the shores of Aruba with your friends and family.
Aruba
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$400 per boat
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  • Choose an Aqua Donut Boat Rental for 2, 6 or 10 people (link in description)
  • Check-in at our office in Palm Beach for your private donut boat excursion
  • Watch a safety and operational briefing and test the boat before heading out
  • Cruise around the beautiful Caribbean sea in your easy-to-operate donut boat
  • Enjoy ice cold drinks from the built in cooler and listen to your favorite songs with the bluetooth speaker
  • Stop for snorkeling at the best spots in Aruba or visit your favorite beaches
Reserve your spot for only $80 per boat!
We know you don't like spending a lot of money upfront. So instead of paying the full amount, you can secure your spot for only $80 and pay the rest at the check-in. And the best part? Even this small deposit is fully refundable if you cancel at least 24 hours in advance! See prices and schedule.
This activity is available to both hotel and villa guests as well as to cruise ship passengers.
Important On cruise ship days, thousands of people are looking to do activities and tours sell out weeks or even months in advance. Secure your spot now and if you change your mind, you can still cancel for a full refund 24 hours before the start.
Kids friendly
Round trip transfer included
Mobile voucher accepted
Good to Know: You don't need a boat licence or previous experience to drive the donut boat and we can also provide a captain if you just want to enjoy cruising around.
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Kate03048
November 30
We rented the Aqua donut. We met at the hut on palm beach between the Playa Linda & Holiday inn. We got a short briefing on how to operate the watercraft then w...
November 30
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Description

This Aqua Donat Boat Rental is for maximum 10 people. Click the link below for 2 or 6 person donut boats:

2 person Aqua Donut Boat Rental in Palm Beach, Aruba

6 person Aqua Donut Boat Rental in Palm Beach, Aruba


An Aqua Donut is a circular boat with a table in the middle that you can sit around with your friends and family. It cannot sink, even when full of water. However, this donut is a floating device powered by a motor and built out of high fiberglass, allowing it to glide seamlessly across the sparkling turquoise sea.


You can rent the Aqua Donut without a boat license. We will instruct you how to operate the boat and the outboard motor. The donut boat tour leaves from Palm Beach where you will need to check-in 10 minutes prior to your rental period. We offer complimentary hotel transfer from the high-rise hotels.


The donut includes a table in the center with the option of a flat table top or changing it to a lounge scale to be filled with ice and your favorite refreshing drinks. The table includes plenty of cup holders for you to place your drink and ensure that it doesn’t spill during your water adventure! However, no worries you won’t be traveling at outrageously high speeds, just fast enough to comfortably float along, allowing for a lovely day – dazed out at sea! 


There is plenty of seating and sufficient space on the donut, leaving room for a cooler packed full of yums and your personal items. The donut can seat up to 10 persons making it perfect for group outings and special occasions! (birthday party, the annual department outings, company parties, bachelor parties, chilling on the water with a cocktail or another drink, a fresh brainstorm session, a swim party with your friends or just because it’s nice to breath of a fresh Caribbean air with a snack and a drink on a unique boat)!


This is the first Aqua Donut in Aruba! You can now experience a memorable water adventure just the way you like it! We have several Aqua Donuts at your disposal.


Want to stop and snorkel to discover the beautiful underwater marine life? Take a dip in the oh-so inviting and refreshing water? Or simply lounge aboard your donut under the umbrella’s shade? The choice is up to you… You are the captain (yes you can operate this donut on your own however, you can also request on of our staff member to come along) and your own tour guide – truly a new concept for water excursions in Aruba!


Spending the day gliding across the glistening Caribbean Sea, catching some lovely sunshine and taking a dip in the refreshing clear blue water… how can one resist?! There is a plenty of space to move around and be comfortable. By the way if you’re concerned about operating this donut on your own, don’t be! You do not have to be a certified boat captain in any way.


Sunshine, clear blue skies, a constant breeze, gorgeous views, friends, and toasting to the good life while floating the Caribbean Sea in an Aqua Donut… let me tell you… it really does not get much better than that!


Recommended destinations


Palm Beach

Your Aqua Donut Adventure starts in this area. The renowned two-mile-long strip known as Palm Beach Aruba is home to the glamorous high-rise hotels in Aruba and dotted by water sports concessions, piers, beach bars, restaurants and shops. Calm waters make this a comfortable haven for swimmers, snorkelers and the Aqua Donut Boat. Sailing along the coast is perfect for relaxation during your Caribbean vacation. Enjoy the beautiful waters, underwater world or the sunset or enjoy delicious food and drinks on the Aqua Donut this can be the perfect end to a lazy or exciting day of sun and sea.


Malmok Beach

Malmok Beach in Aruba is a narrow sandy stretch that interrupts the limestone and rocky terrace along Malmok’s coast . Its shallow clear Caribbean waters make it a popular snorkeling spot in Aruba. Here you can stop with the Aqua Donut boat for a snorkel stop near the shoreline. Reefs and sunken wrecks nearby afford excellent diving in Aruba.


Malmok Beach is also the name of a residential area with sprawling homes and a variety of modest windsurfing residences in Aruba. The main road through the Malmok Beach area is leading to the famous California Lighthouse, Tierra del Sol 18-hole golf course, Arashi Beach and other Aruba landmarks and activities. During early morning and late afternoon hours the Malmok Beach road is a popular venue in Aruba for outdoor activities. Both locals and tourists hit the road biking and hiking for their daily workout.


Tres Trapi

Tres Trapi is a small cove off Malmok that has a very rustic set of 5 stairs down to a charming little beach. Which is one of the most unique snorkeling spots in the Caribbean. From the beach, you can swim over to some caves for snorkeling, or stay out in the open water which is clear and calm. It’s called Tres Trapi, “3 Steps”, because of the rock made stairway to the water. While there aren’t many fish here compared to the other snorkeling beaches on this list, there are a lot of colorful sea stars found all throughout Tres Trapi. These beautiful creations make Tres Trapi a unique and attractive snorkeling spot. This location in one word? Magical. The water here is so clear that you can stand on the rocks and see fish swim below you in the water! The water here is also extremely quiet, it is the perfect place to just anchor your Aqua Donut and float around?


Boca Catalina

Boca Catalina on Aruba is a small, secluded bay in Malmok beach. The white sandy beach is accessible via stairs or of course with your own Aqua Donut Boat. A popular stop for snorkeling tours because of the variety of sea life located here, including palometas swimming near the shores, trunkfish and sergeant majors. When you venture a bit deeper into the sea you will see some big colorful fishes and corals, and don’t be surprised if you spot a turtle at Boca Catalina swimming in front of you. The crystal clear and calm water makes this the perfect location to make your private dive from your Aqua Donut Boat. Boca Catalina is a popular beach and attracts a fun mix of local families and tourists, especially during weekends.


Boca Catalina Cove

Not far from Boca Catalina you’ll find Catalina Cove, one of Aruba’s best snorkeling beaches featuring beautiful white sands, clear waters and plenty of fish to admire. The best way to get there is by entering the water at Boca Catalina and then to swim up north. Popular fishes at Catalina Cove are blue tangs, bar jacks and barred hamlets. The fishes at Catalina Cove are known for hiding near rocks so you’ll need to swim along the edge of the coves to see these beautiful creatures.


Arashi Beach

Powder soft white sand, superb snorkeling in peaceful water and turtles! Do you need anything else? One of the northernmost beaches on the island. Most days the sea is very calm. The lagoon is safe to snorkel, not that deep. You will find colorful tropical fish like French Angelfish and Blue Striped Snappers. Also some hard corals, and plenty of soft corals, sea fans. The reef is the nicest on the right side of the beach, approx. 200 meters from shore. This area is recommended for advanced snorkelers. It could be difficult to navigate between the corals in the relatively shallow water, and swim back to the shore if there is any current. Turtles can be spotted on the left side of the bay, search for sea grass patches!

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Price includes
  • Your own aqua donut boat for 10 people
  • Hotel transfer from high-rise hotels
  • Iced cooler with water
  • Bluetooth speaker
  • Life vest
  • Snorkel gear
Price does not include
  • Drinks
  • Captain is optional
What to bring
  • Swimwear, sunscreen, towel
  • Your own drinks and snacks (cooler provided)
Good to know
    • One member of the group must be at least 18 years old
    • You don't need any licence to operate the boat
    • We have a wide selection of drinks and snacks for purchase but you can also bring your own
    Flexible cancellation policy
    • Full refund if cancelled at least 24 hours before the commencement of the activity, no refund after.
    • Full refund if cruise ship does not dock in time or does not dock at all and tour is missed.
    • Full refund if supplier cancels the tour.
    • If there is no specific check-in time then booking must be cancelled at least 24 hours before tour day.
    • No refund if you don’t show up for the activity or if it starts with a pick up and you miss it.
    • Supplier gets to decide if the weather is good enough to run the tour.
    • In case of a dispute, Twistour has the final word in deciding the amount of refund.
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    Instructions
    1. Click on the Book now button and choose the date and amount of tickets
    2. Proceed and fill in your billing details
    3. Pay with Visa, MasterCard, American Express or PayPal
    4. You will receive your voucher via email or you can download it from this site in your Tickets submenu
    5. On the day of the activity, follow the instructions in your voucher to the check-in location
    1. Go to the reserve your spot section on this page and choose the date and amount of tickets
    2. Click on the Book now button and fill in your billing details
    3. Pay with Visa, MasterCard, American Express or PayPal
    4. You will receive your voucher via email or you can download it from this site in your Tickets submenu
    5. On the day of the activity, follow the instructions in your voucher to the check-in location
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    Check-in location
    Private transfer is available free of charge from the high rise hotels. Pick up is 10 minutes prior to departure. You can also come by yourself to our office, which is located in Palm Beach, close to the Holiday Inn resort. Walk through the entrance of Holiday Inn and continue to walk through its garden until you reach the beach area. Upon reaching the beach, please make left on the footpath and walk about 10 meters (33 feet) and you will reach the beach hut for Octopus Aruba, where you will see representatives dressed in orange shorts and white polo shirts.
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    Reviews (15)
    4.8
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    100%
    recommended
    52
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    Kate03048
    Kate03048(*)(*)(*)(*)(*)Recommended
    November 30, 2018
    We rented the Aqua donut. We met at the hut on palm beach between the Playa Linda & Holiday inn. We got a short briefing on how to operate the watercraft then we were off! We rented for 3 hours and went down the coast. Got up close to the shipwreck, dropped anchor and snorkeled in Boca Catalina. Simply soaked up the sun in beautiful Aruba. I recommend you bring bathing suit, snorkel gear (they do provide but I prefer my own), sunscreen,towel,hat. This was a pretty cool experience, highly recommend it to anyone visiting the island!
    Cheryl G
    Cheryl G(*)(*)(*)(*)(*)Recommended
    November 19, 2018
    Great staff, fun ride, worth the money.... ride the donut boat. It’s a blast. Bring snacks and your own booze
    janieellison
    janieellison(*)(*)(*)(*)(*)Recommended
    October 26, 2018
    Ten of rented the donut and set off for a fun filled day. When we wanted life jackets or snorkel gear it was readily available. We snorkeled at 3 different sites. It was a great day.
    precious B
    precious B(*)(*)(*)(*)(*)Recommended
    October 24, 2018
    This was by far the absolute best part of our vacation in Aruba for a birthday party! It is a memory I will brag about for the rest of my life. They truly care about their customers and want them to have a great experience. The staff at Octopus Aruba company was excellent!

    I booked the 10 persons Aqua Donut with a party of 8 and it was beyond perfect. Ricardo was super helpful with every email. Boat was clean and BEAUTIFUL. It was my birthday so we had a few decorations but not to much! I had a great time and just so happy to get the birthday celebration I wanted.The minute we got on the boat- I knew I was in for a good experience. We hooked our iphones up to the boat to listen to our music. We did not want to leave!! I'm definitely doing this again when I return to Aruba. Best money I spent all year! This is a must- do Aruba experience!

    I highly recommend this company to everyone, it will be an incredible experience you will never forget! Thank you so much Octopus Aruba!!
    happycouple848
    happycouple848(*)(*)(*)(*)( )Recommended
    October 24, 2018
    had a fun time with this donut. It is best for people that do not want to hassle with a boat. Doesn't go very fast, but that was fine with us. Enjoyed coasting and drinking and snorkeling. Group had a good time. There were 6 adults and we rented the larger one. The smaller would have been tight. Able to make it to several snorkeling spots. Time went by quickly!
    Sadkomodo
    Sadkomodo(*)(*)(*)(*)(*)Recommended
    October 16, 2018
    We originally were going to book a morning brunch cruise however the boat was out for maintenance. They suggested the donut boat and we reluctantly agreed. Once we saw the the boat, our moods dramatically increased. With a quick tutorial, we were under way. We had the best morning in Aruba so far. They suggested places to snorkel, which paid off.
    I would highly recommend this company and the donut boat. You get to do your own thing, at your own pace.
    brownbear81464
    brownbear81464(*)(*)(*)(*)(*)Recommended
    October 05, 2018
    I went with two friends yesterday....what a great time! We chose to have a captain BUT for those more adventurous you can take it on your own. The capatain was,very knowledgeable and SO friendly!! It was relaxing and if we wanted we could go snorkelling! We love Sylvia also we was just as friendly. We highly recommend this tour. Next year it will be on their catamaran. Try it...you will LOVE it!
    propertygalct
    propertygalct(*)(*)(*)(*)(*)Recommended
    September 17, 2018
    My fiancé and I booked the sunset sail and private power snorkel excursion with Octopus Sailing Charters. Outstanding and friendly staff!! Diane hooked us up and can't wait to come back to book the aqua donut! We got to enjoy a beautiful sunset on the catamaran and had an opportunity to check out several snorkel sites on the private excursion where we got to see some amazing and colorful fish. Didn't get to see any turtles, but saw a couple star fish. We will recommend Octopus Sailing Charters to our family/friends. Thank you for making our vacation one to remember! We had a blast.
    Amusing L
    Amusing L(*)(*)(*)(*)( )Recommended
    August 22, 2018
    We had a miscommunication about the capabilities of the Donut Boat...it was not conveyed to our group that there is only a small part of the waters that can be explored by the Donut Boat. You will need several hours in even calm waters to see all of the snorkeling spots and return to the pier in-time. It takes a good 45minutes just to drive out to where the snorkeling spots are! So, expect 2 hours just to drive out from the pier and back. However, the customer service was amazing! The staff from Octopus went above and beyond to try to made our time memorable. They taxied people to and from our Donut Boat with their safety boat and also brought us a cooler filler with Vodka and mixers to liven-up our party. It was nice to know that they always had their eyes on us, making sure that we were safe and navigating that water "okay". We are not experienced at navigating the Arubian waters...but we all made it out alive and had a great time! we had the donut boat for 5 hours and wished that we would have payed for at least 2 more to get a proper snorkeling tour. The staff were amazing accommodating and our group did have a memorable time! Thank you :) maybe just clarify more on your website about the limitations of the Donut Boat...and try not to schedule groups directly after one-another. Without to option to toe in the donut boat...30-45 mins should be given to buffer the groups so that no one feels rushed and the second party isn't left waiting on the beach.
    herb601
    herb601(*)(*)(*)(*)(*)Recommended
    August 13, 2018
    We were in Aruba and found this excursion. The staff was amazing to deal with. We loved every minute of this experience. We stayed at the Playa Linda Resort and everything was so convenient and easy. They picked us up from the Pelican Pier and took us to our Donut boat. Once we got one they explained everything to us and sent us on our way. We opted for the 3 hour rental and made our way up the coastline. We were able to anchor and go for a swim and do some snorkeling. The company provides a ice chest with ice and water, snorkeling gear, blue tooth speaker. We brought a smaller cooler packed with drinks for the adults and some snacks. This is definitely a way to tour the coast line of the island. We started at Palm beach and made our way to the light house.
    I would absolutely recommend this for families or just friends that want to get off the beach for a bit. It was a nice change of pace for us. We plan on returning to Aruba next year and most likely book again. The online process was very easy. Remember to book in advance since time slot tend to fill up. I will also say that none of us had boat experience, but that did not matter the Donut was very easy to maneuver and we never had scary moments. If you need a life vest make sure to mention to staff before boarding so they can provide for you.
    dbrady966
    dbrady966(*)(*)(*)(*)(*)Recommended
    August 04, 2018
    My family and I rented a donut boat in August 3 2018.... I personally signed up on trip advisor just townwrite this review

    First off the snorkeling was by far the best snorkeling I have ever done...the locations are plentiful of fish and it is truly a once in a lifetime experience to enjoy

    The crew (specifically Tim) was outstanding. He was constantly assisting and making sure we were doing ok navigating the donut boat. He went above and beyond to make sure we had a good trip.

    I can’t say enough about how great our experience was...I would recommend this to anyone looking for great snorkeling in the highest regard.
    kristachavis
    kristachavis(*)(*)(*)(*)(*)Recommended
    July 29, 2018
    We rented an aqua donut and had so much fun! The staff was very nice and taught us everything we needed to know befor we set out on our adventure. They provided us with a Bluetooth speaker to blast tunes and all the snorkeling gear we needed to see the shipwreck and some beautiful fish. I wish we hadn’t of had plans in the afternoon because 2 hours was not enough time. I would recommend this excursion to anyone going to Aruba.
    dbfluke
    dbfluke(*)(*)(*)(*)( )Recommended
    June 24, 2018
    We rented the new donut boat for 3 hrs

    Had a great time, nice way to visit snorkeling spots toward the lighthouse.
    Roger goes out with you for 10 minutes to give instructions, very personable man. Only downside is that they need to secure the ladder to the boat. This was a new boat so they handcrafted the ladder.

    We had 4 of us in the 6 person boat, very comfortable. You can bring your own drinks they supplied the cooler & ice.

    Next visit we will try their catamaran 20 person cruise.
    ellenandy4
    ellenandy4(*)(*)(*)(*)(*)Recommended
    April 17, 2018
    We had a little trouble at first finding the location because someone else misinformed up where to be. The crew was extremely accomodating to get us our boat and make sure didn't miss one single minute of fun since we were a couple of minutes late
    texas-po
    texas-po(*)(*)(*)(*)(*)Recommended
    March 17, 2018
    We rented the Aqua Donut boat for a few hours yesterday. The three of us had an absolute blast. The outboard motor on the donut allows you to motor up and down the coastline. It is a slow leisurely ride, but perfect for enjoying the sun and hanging out with your friends. We rented for 2 hours which was perfect for us. We would definitely rent the Aqua Donut again. The people at Octopus were great to deal with, easy to book and rent from.
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