Private Charters Aboard Monforte III
Private Charters Aboard Monforte III offers a polished way to turn a day on Aruba’s Caribbean waters into a celebration designed entirely around your group. Aboard the 115-foot handcrafted wooden schooner, guests can reserve the vessel exclusively for milestone celebrations, corporate gatherings, sunset occasions, private dinners, proposals, and other special events. The charter program is […]
About this experience
Private Charters Aboard Monforte III offers a polished way to turn a day on Aruba’s Caribbean waters into a celebration designed entirely around your group. Aboard the 115-foot handcrafted wooden schooner, guests can reserve the vessel exclusively for milestone celebrations, corporate gatherings, sunset occasions, private dinners, proposals, and other special events. The charter program is flexible, with daytime sailing and snorkeling options as well as refined evening dining cruises.
The experience begins at Pelican Pier in Palm Beach, where guests board directly from the private pier between the Holiday Inn Resort and Playa Linda Beach Resort. Once underway, Monforte III combines open Caribbean views with comfortable seating areas, shaded lounges, water hammocks, a rope swing, premium bar service, and a relaxed onboard atmosphere.
For groups wanting more than a scenic sail, selected private charters can include snorkeling around Spanish Lagoon, with snorkeling equipment, floating water hammocks, and a double kayak available. Culinary charters add freshly prepared onboard dining, while custom menus and beverage programs can be arranged around the occasion. Charter capacity varies by format, reaching up to 100 guests for coastal sailing, 40 for Spanish Lagoon snorkeling, or 30 for plated dinner service.
Whether you are planning an intimate proposal or a larger private celebration, Private Charters Aboard Monforte III delivers an elegant private setting at sea without the schedule and atmosphere of a standard group excursion. The operator describes the experience as adults-only, so travelers should confirm age requirements and their preferred itinerary when requesting a proposal.
Good to know before reserving this experience
Highlights
- Exclusive use of the handcrafted 115-foot Monforte III schooner
- Private departure from Pelican Pier in Palm Beach
- Custom sailing, snorkeling, sunset, or dinner charter formats
- Up to 100 guests for coastal sailing
- Spanish Lagoon snorkeling options for eligible charter itineraries
- Premium beverage service and welcome drink
- Floating water hammocks, rope swing, and double kayak
- Fresh onboard dining available for culinary charters
- Custom menus and beverage programs can be arranged
- Professional crew dedicated to the private group
Perfect for
- Romantic proposals and anniversary celebrations
- Birthday and milestone celebrations
- Corporate retreats and private events
- Wedding-related gatherings
- Private dinners and sunset occasions
- Groups wanting an exclusive Aruba sailing experience
What to Expect
Meet the crew at Pelican Pier in Palm Beach and board Monforte III directly from the private pier. After a welcome drink and a short safety orientation, settle into the schooner's shaded lounges, open deck areas, or other comfortable spaces while your crew prepares for departure.
Set out along Aruba's coastline with the itinerary shaped around your chosen charter. Depending on the booking, the experience can include snorkeling at Spanish Lagoon, swimming, floating water hammocks, kayaking, a rope swing, relaxed coastal sailing, or simply enjoying the scenery and private atmosphere onboard.
As the charter continues, enjoy premium beverages and, when selected, freshly prepared onboard dining or a tailored culinary program. Sunset sailings offer a particularly photogenic finale, while dinner charters create a more intimate evening setting before Monforte III returns to Pelican Pier.
Inclusions / Exclusions
Clear details help guests understand exactly what is included before they book.
Included
- Private use of Monforte III for the confirmed charter period
- Professional crew
- Welcome drink
- Premium beverage service with selected spirits, wines, Prosecco, and local beer
- Snorkeling equipment on snorkel charters
- Floating water hammocks
- Double kayak
- Rope swing
- Fresh onboard dinner service for culinary charters
- Custom culinary and beverage arrangements when confirmed in advance
Not included
- Hotel or resort transportation unless separately arranged
- Personal travel insurance
- Personal photography or videography services unless specifically contracted
- Additional services or entertainment not included in the confirmed charter proposal
- Special dietary requests unless arranged with the operator in advance
- Gratuities, unless specifically included in the final charter agreement
What to Bring
- Swimsuit and light, breathable clothing
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Sunglasses and a sun hat
- Towel for swimming or snorkeling
- Water-friendly footwear with good grip
- Dry change of clothes
- Waterproof phone case or dry bag
- Motion-sickness medication if you are prone to seasickness
- Light sweater or wrap for an evening charter
- Camera or phone for coastal and sunset photography
Meeting Point / Pickup
Private Pelican Pier, J.E. Irausquin Boulevard 232, Palm Beach, Aruba, between the Holiday Inn Resort and Playa Linda Beach Resort.
Hotel or resort pickup is not normally included; guests should plan to meet at the private Pelican Pier in Palm Beach unless an alternative arrangement is confirmed in advance.
Exact address, parking notes, hotel pickup options and cruise-port timing are confirmed by the operator.
Safety, Accessibility & Suitability
This section is designed to reduce booking surprises and help guests choose the right Aruba experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I customize the itinerary for a private Monforte III charter?
Yes. Private charters are designed around the occasion, and the operator offers tailored sailing, culinary, and beverage programs. Specific routes and activities should be agreed upon when requesting the proposal.
How many people can the charter accommodate?
Capacity depends on the charter format. The operator lists up to 100 guests for coastal sailing, up to 40 for Spanish Lagoon snorkeling, and up to 30 for plated dinner service.
Where does Monforte III depart from?
The schooner departs from the private Pelican Pier in Palm Beach, between the Holiday Inn Resort and Playa Linda Beach Resort. The published pier address is J.E. Irausquin Boulevard 232, Oranjestad, Aruba.
Is snorkeling part of every private charter?
No. Snorkeling is available on selected private charter formats. The private program includes dedicated sail-and-snorkel options, while sunset and dinner charters can focus primarily on sailing, dining, and celebration.
Can the private charter include a special menu or beverage program?
Yes. Monforte III states that menus and custom beverage programs can be tailored to the event. Culinary charters can also include dinner prepared fresh onboard.
What happens if the sea becomes too rough for the planned route?
The itinerary may be modified or an activity may be replaced when conditions are unsuitable. The operator's published lagoon experience, for example, identifies Boca Catalina as an alternative when Spanish Lagoon cannot be reached safely because of sea or weather conditions.
Is the charter suitable for guests who do not want to swim?
A private sailing can be enjoyed without participating in water activities, but the suitability depends on the chosen itinerary. Guests should tell the charter team in advance if some members prefer to remain onboard rather than snorkel or swim.
How far in advance should a private charter be requested?
Because the vessel is reserved exclusively for your group and the itinerary, dining, and beverage arrangements can be customized, advance booking is advisable. Exact availability depends on the requested date and charter format. The operator currently directs private-charter guests to request a proposal.