The 7 Best Snorkeling Trips in Willemstad

1.Snorkel with Turtles & Kenepa Grandi Beach: Nr.1 Island Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 419 reviews · from $75Our pick

Travel from Willemstad by bus to Playa Grandi for a chance to snorkel near sea turtles, then spend time at Grote Knip Beach and stop to look for flamingos at Landhuis Jan Kok. Guides such as Naomi, Anita, and Ruth add island history and local stories. Snorkel gear, water, and hotel or cruise-port transport are included.

“Tour guide was awesomely friendly and she made the experience awesome the tour was properly explained with a little extra”

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2.Swim and Snorkel with Sea Turtles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 309 reviews · from $99Top rated

From Willemstad, Patrick and Eddie take you by air-conditioned vehicle to a beach and a turtle snorkeling site reached directly from shore. You get about an hour in the water, gear, life jackets, drinks, and free GoPro photos. The day may also include flamingos, scenic beaches, and local history along the way.

“Patrick was fantastic, and the history of the island from Eddie was greatness. However when you get to the turtles there are WAY too many groups, with way too many people. The turtles are fantastic but your pics will most likely be full of 8 other people's legs”

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3.The Curacao Private Beach Hopping / Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 207 reviews · from $155

Spend 5 to 7 hours with a private driver-guide such as Juan, Ray, Shu, or Lee, shaping your Curacao day around beaches, snorkeling, caves, turtles, flamingos, and local sights. Hotel pickup, bottled water, transport, and snorkeling gear are included. Cruise guests receive port pickup and return.

“Guide was Ray with the huge smile We both thoroughly enjoyed our day with him. He asked what we wanted out of this tour and he planned our day accordingly. We has been to Curacao before but this was like a whole new place for us. We wanted to see historical, scenic and how the people live. Ray took us to parks, the beach to swim with turtles, though west Curacao and on the festival parade route where residents were setting up stands for the yearly events. We couldn't have done any of this on a tour bus and it was set up just for what we wanted. He told…”

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4.Half Day Off-Road & Snorkel Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · from $85

Spend four hours exploring Curaçao’s East side in a small-group jeep with an expert guide. Cross the sandy plains of Sint Joris Baai, visit Dinah Veeris’ botanical garden with Shastri, stop at Surfspot Curaçao, and snorkel at Director’s Bay. Pickup is offered, and the group is limited to 16 people.

“Overall, the excursion was a lot of fun! Knowledgeable tour guide and great variety of stops along the way. The off roading took us to locations we wouldn’t have seen otherwise. The one part that fell short on our expectations was the sRead more”

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5.Tour to the best beaches; snorkel with fish and turtles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $105

Spend about seven hours exploring Playa Piskado, Cas Abao, and Grote Knip with private transport, drinks, air conditioning, and local guidance. You’ll snorkel near wild sea turtles, swim in clear water, and hear island history from guides such as Cristian, Angelo, Art, Lupe, and Christian. Bring food, sun protection, and possibly your own snorkel gear.

“Our guide was amazing. Very friendly and informative. We had an amazing lunch at playa forti. Right off the beach where the turtles are. He made sure we got all the photos we wanted.”

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6.Guided Snorkel Tour at the Best Reef from shore on Curacao – Blue Bay Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · from $55Best value

Meet at Blue Bay Beach at 4:00 pm for a one-hour guided snorkel with Blue Bay Dive & Watersports. A professional guide teaches basic technique, helps you get comfortable, and points out fish and reef life. Groups are limited to 10, and guides such as Christina are praised for patience and clear explanations.

“We had such a great experience. Christina was our personal guide and she was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and taught us all about the fish and the area. She was such a delight!”

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7.Western snorkel & swim Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $125

This 5 to 6 hour Curaçao outing links Shete Boka National Park with Playa Piskado, Knip, and Playa Porto Marie. You can snorkel with sea turtles, swim at several beaches, and ride in an air-conditioned van with a guide such as Laika. Pickup from Willemstad hotels, bottled water, and park fees are included, but lunch and snorkel gear cost extra.

“Our tour guide was informative and friendly. Kayaking and snorkeling was a fun experience. They provided masks that were of nice quality so that you could snorkel with them. The only drawback to this tour was that it started at 10:30 am. Read more”

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