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Blue Melody & Black Pearl Sailing

| Front of Marriott, Palm/Eagle Beach, Aruba
(207) 5931-554
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Type: Tours
Description: Small groups sailing Aruba, just to get out on the water and be free for a 3 hours or so, Snorkel, see the Sunset, have a drink or two.
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Bathroom facilities
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NYC
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

If you're looking for a fast sail, loud music, and party atmosphere, look elsewhere. If you're looking for a relaxing sail, comfortable lounge chairs, and personable crew, then the Black Pearl is it. The crew are well-traveled, soft-spoken, and deliver a wonderful snorkeling and sailing experience. If you've never snorkeled before, just trust the flotation devices and equipment (my wife... More

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Zwolle, The Netherlands
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

I've been several times along with this trip and it was fantastic!!! Albert and Joann are great!! They do everything to please you, service is great. The boattrip is relaxed and the cocktails are delicious, yammie. Delicious sandwiches with dutch cheese! The snorkeling is very nice. Beautiful tropical fish and warm seawater. I'll definitely be going back again! greetz Robin

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Time and time again I choose to sail on the Black Pearl. Some people I know ask why? "There are no slides no rope swings no loud music etc etc". My answer is that there are comfortable loungers. There is the very best most personable crew in Aruba. They treat each person like they were the only one I. The... More

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Renfrew, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

This trip was simply amazing. Setting off from the pier at 4 o'clock to drink in hand to the first snorkel spot. Which both the wife and I loved seeing the fish in the clear warm water. Then it's off to the second snorkel spot again brilliant. By the way you don't need to snorkel if you don't want to.... More

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Jacksonville, Illinois, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

Very relaxing trip on smaller sailboat. Very friendly personable crew in Albert, Anton and Joann. Nice snorkeling spots, but what others use. Good sandwiches including grilled cheese. Great rum punch. Very relaxing and well worth the time and cost.

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Pillager, Minnesota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

We had a great time on the Black Pearl. It felt like we were sailing with friends.The snorkeling was better than I expected and the waters were calm. We had drinks and spiced cheese and grilled cheese sandwiches included, which were fabulous. I would do this sail again.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013 via mobile

Had an excellent and relaxing trip! We would highly reccommend to anyone looking for a relaxing and scenic sailing trip!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013 via mobile

We really liked the small size and relaxed atmosphere. The staff was very friendly and fun to be around. Not playing loud music and the quiet time was great. Children going on this cruise would probably be bored. Loved the grilled cheese also

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Chicago, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

I booked this sunset tour before coming to the island on my vacation and am so glad I ever did it. It picks up folks from the dock near Moomba Beach cafe. The captain, Albert and his wife Joann are awesome and very welcoming. I couldn't help but think that Albert kind of sounded like Raoul Duke in "Fear and... More

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ArubaSailing, Owner at Blue Melody & Black Pearl Sailing, responded to this review
23 April 2013

Ha Ha, I sort of sound like Raoul Duke huh!? That is funny, and I think it is a compliment, I will take it as one..haha I was going for Jack Sparrow, but since it is Johnny Depp as well, I guess it is close enough. I will need to work on that.arr Glad to hear you had a good... More

Stoneham, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

We just returned from our second sunset cruise on the Black Pearl! It is truly a different type of sailing excursion. A relaxing fun way to see the shoreline of Aruba, snorkel, eat and drink your way to a perfect view of the sunset. Joann and Albert are excellent hosts. Check out the videos on their facebook page and you... More

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