The 4 Turtle Swims in Curacao That Earn Their Price

1.Swimming with Sea Turtles meets Sea turtle beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,058 reviews · from $99Our pick

From Willemstad, Patrick and Eddie take you by air-conditioned bus to turtle beaches near Daaibooi, then to Grote Knip and Landhuis Jan Kok. Swim in shallow water with wild sea turtles without touching or feeding them, and receive free GoPro photos and videos. Pickup, snorkeling gear, drinks, and transfers are included.

“Our hosts were awesome! We learned more about the island and its history from them than any other. We got to see flamingos and swam with turtles in two spots. Great day!”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 419 reviews · from $75Best value

Ride from Willemstad to Curaçao’s west coast with a local guide such as Naomi, Anita, or Ruth. Snorkel near sea turtles at Playa Grandi, swim at Grote Knip, and stop to look for flamingos at Landhuis Jan Kok. This 4 to 5-hour land tour includes transport, equipment, water, and hotel or cruise-port pickup.

“Naomi was a great tour guide, she gave us total island information including history and present. The beaches (both) were awesome. If I would have been feeling better, I would have snorkeled at both. I went into the water at the first beach and the turtles came over to me, quite curious. I got a few good pics.”

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3.Hato Caves, Turtles & Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 372 reviews · from $90

Spend about seven hours exploring Curaçao by open-air bus, with hotel pickup, a guided visit to Hato Caves, turtle snorkeling at Playa Piskado, beach time at Porto Mari, and a flamingo stop. Guides such as Marsha, Lady, Bob, and Kurt are praised for island history and humor. Bring a towel, lunch money, and patience for crowds.

“This was a great day tour- really felt like we saw the island and loved seeing sea turtles! The second beach was our favorite!”

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4.Swim and Snorkel with Sea Turtles

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

Patrick and Eddy take you by air-conditioned vehicle from Willemstad to a beach where sea turtles gather in shallow water. You get about an hour with snorkel gear, a life jacket, drinks, and free GoPro photos. The half-day also includes a beach stop, flamingos, and local history, with no boat ride required.

“This was an amazing excursion I’d highly recommend it to anyone. Our driver Edwin and guide Patrick were great!”

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