Curacao · SNORKELING

The 15 Best Snorkeling Trips in Curacao

24 tours  ·  from $55

The reef sits close enough to shore here that the boat is a convenience, not a necessity. These 15 compare the beach-entry mornings against the west-coast boat runs on price, how many stops you get and whether gear is included.

Snorkel with Turtles & Kenepa Grandi Beach: Nr.1 Island Day Trip - Playa Grandi and the turtle encounter
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Snorkel with Turtles & Kenepa Grandi Beach: Nr.1 Island Day Trip

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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Swim and Snorkel with Sea Turtles - Patrick, Eddie, and the ride across Curaçao
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Swim and Snorkel with Sea Turtles

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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The Curacao Private Beach Hopping / Snorkeling Tour - Beach hopping from Cas Abao to Grote Knip
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The Curacao Private Beach Hopping / Snorkeling Tour

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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Snorkel and Beach Adventure Tour - Riding west in the open-top 4x4
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Snorkel and Beach Adventure Tour

4.Snorkel and Beach Adventure Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 134 reviews · from $108

Ride an open-top 4x4 from Willemstad to Shete Boka, Playa Piskado, Grote Knip, and Cas Abao Beach. Guides such as George, Mike, Alan, and Terrence combine island stories with snorkeling tips. Gear, hotel or port pickup, and drop-off are included. Lunch at Cas Abao costs extra.

“Did the tour on our cruise stop. Easy 5 min walk from the port. Easy pick up instructions. Carl our guide was excellent. He was a lot of fun to be around for 6 hours and tried to get us some extra time in places whenever he could and he had a lot of great knowledge about the island. Excellent tour and company.”

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Snorkel Cruise with BBQ Lunch and Open Bar - First water stop: fish and the Caracas Bay tugboat
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Snorkel Cruise with BBQ Lunch and Open Bar

5.Snorkel Cruise with BBQ Lunch and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 129 reviews · from $90

Spend about 4.5 hours cruising Spanish Water and Caracas Bay, snorkeling with provided equipment at the famous sunken tugboat, then relaxing over a BBQ lunch and open bar. Crew members such as Orson, Marita, Junny, and Matthew have earned praise for friendly service and water safety. Pickup from selected hotels or the cruise terminal costs $15.

“Fantastic day on the water. Staff and Captain were great! Highly recommend this tour. The food was better that what we got the night before at a 4 star restaurant.”

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3H or 4H | Private Boat Trip | Swim, Board or Snorkel - Fort Beekenburg and a Short Shore Excursion
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3H or 4H | Private Boat Trip | Swim, Board or Snorkel

6.3H or 4H | Private Boat Trip | Swim, Board or Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 129 reviews

Join Bettina and Marc of Trip and Treat VIP Boat Tours for a private 3 or 4-hour cruise from Kima Kalki Marina. Shape the day around snorkeling, swimming, sunbathing, the Tugboat Wreck, Fort Beekenburg, or board sports. Equipment and bottled water are included, while snacks, drinks, and transport are not.

“We had an amazing time!! Can't say enough good things about how well we were treated, or how much fun we had. Would definitely recommend!”

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Half Day Off-Road & Snorkel Safari - Crossing the sandy plains of Sint Joris Baai
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Half Day Off-Road & Snorkel Safari

7.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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Snorkel Hopping Full Day Trip with F&B - Tugboat Beach and the nine-meter wreck
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Snorkel Hopping Full Day Trip with F&B

8.Snorkel Hopping Full Day Trip with F&B

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 66 reviews · from $120

Join BlueFinn Charters at 10 a.m. from MOOD Beach Curacao for about five hours of sailing, snorkeling, lunch, and drinks. You’ll visit an open-water sailboat wreck, the famous Tugboat in Caracas Bay, and a shallow pier site. Equipment, BBQ lunch, soft drinks, alcohol, fruit, and an onboard restroom are included.

“This was my second excursion with this tour company. Again, excellent experience. 10/10. I made sure to reapply the sunblock this time lol.”

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Snorkel Shore Trip with Scubaçao "East Point" - Director’s Bay brings coral and a sharp drop-off
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Snorkel Shore Trip with Scubaçao “East Point”

9.Snorkel Shore Trip with Scubaçao “East Point”

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · from $110

Spend about five hours exploring Curaçao’s Caracasbay peninsula with Scubaçao guides such as Quincy, Jillian, Emma, or Juan. Snorkel over the coral-covered Tugboat wreck, visit Director’s Bay, hear island stories, and enjoy a light picnic before returning to Willemstad. Pickup is offered, and groups are limited to 10 people.

“Staff was great!!!! Water was beautiful and the staff made the time more enjoyable. The staff was very knowledgeable on the area and wildlife.”

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Curacao Snorkel Tour by Jet Ski - Tafelberg lagoon, beaches, and big views
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Curacao Snorkel Tour by Jet Ski

10.Curacao Snorkel Tour by Jet Ski

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 51 reviews · from $220

Spend about three hours exploring Curacao’s southern coast with a guide such as Chris or Lisandro. Choose a relaxed 2-person aquaboat or an active Seadoo GTI Jet Ski, ride past mansions and mangroves, swim at Tafelberg, and snorkel over a tugboat wreck in Caracas Bay. Equipment, drinks, and a life vest are provided.

“Our flights were delayed due to severe weather in the US, but Paul the owner was very quick to accomodate us and change our excursion to another date. Upon arrival, the tour guide seemed confused and was not expecting us. He offered us beverages but did not say much during the entire excursion. On the jet skis, we were surprised to learn that we would be venturing out into the open sea we were expecting to stay in the bay area where we would be riding over 3-5 foot waves. It was terrifying but an enjoyable experience overall. Would recommend!”

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Snorkel Tour in Curacao - The likely route: two beaches and a few extras
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Snorkel Tour in Curacao

11.Snorkel Tour in Curacao

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · from $90

Spend about three hours snorkeling from Curacao’s southern beaches with a private guide and a group of no more than eight. Jan Thiel Diving provides gear, water, and local guidance, with possible stops at Tugboat and Director’s beaches. Guides such as Esme, Dennis, Maurice, Cas, and Bob help beginners spot fish, coral, turtles, squid, and other sea life.

“Our guide was from the Netherlands and was a great diver, showed us some awesome sights and great fish and reef.”

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UTV Buggy and Snorkeling Tour in Willemstad Curacao - Boca Patrick and the open Caribbean coast
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UTV Buggy and Snorkeling Tour in Willemstad Curacao

12.UTV Buggy and Snorkeling Tour in Willemstad Curacao

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews

You’ll drive a two-person UTV from Sint Michiel across Curacao’s rough Hato plain, past wind turbines and wild coast, with stops at Kueba di Indjan, Boca Patrick, flamingo country, and Kokomo Beach. Mario is one guide praised by name. Expect dust, bumps, sea views, water, and a possible snorkel stop in a group of up to 14.

“We had the best time. Mario our guide was phenomenal. He was well educated in the sites. He was friendly and professional. This was my second utv experience on curacao and by the better one. Would highly recommend.”

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Half day private yacht cruise & snorkel - The Caracas Bay shipwreck snorkel stop
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Half day private yacht cruise & snorkel

13.Half day private yacht cruise & snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 28 reviews

Spend four hours aboard a private 55-foot yacht with a captain and first mate. Cruise Spanish Water, view luxury villas and Kiniw Private Island, snorkel near the Tugboat shipwreck, then relax at Fuikbaai. Snorkel gear, floaties, water, and ice are included. Food, alcohol, and transport cost extra.

“The staff is great, but the boat and itinerary not so much. The boat is much older and needs a deep clean and while there is a super short snorkel stop, there weren't enough snorkels and masks for everyone nor were there any floatation Read more”

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Curaçao ClearBoat Snorkel Tour – Daaibooi, Porto Marie & Cas Abao - Starting at Daaibooi Beach
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Curaçao ClearBoat Snorkel Tour – Daaibooi, Porto Marie & Cas Abao

14.Curaçao ClearBoat Snorkel Tour – Daaibooi, Porto Marie & Cas Abao

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $115

Spend 90 minutes on a shaded glass-bottom boat from Daaibooi Beach, passing Porto Marie and Cas Abao. A guide explains Curaçao’s reefs and coastline, while you view fish and coral through the glass and snorkel for about 30 minutes near Cas Abao. Drinks, water, snacks, and a mask are included. Small groups keep the ride relaxed.

“Great boat trip if you want to see the under water world, with a excellent crew and nice conversation”

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Tour to the best beaches; snorkel with fish and turtles - Cas Abao gives you the longest swim
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Tour to the best beaches; snorkel with fish and turtles

15.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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