Westpunt Area: The westernmost part of Curacao features stunning natural beaches and excellent snorkeling/diving sites. Popular beaches include Grote Knip, Cas Abao, Kenepa Grandi, and Playa Lagun. The area also hosts Christoffel Park And Shete Boka National Park. You may spend an entire day beach hopping or exploring the parks.
Klein Curacao: This small-sized, uninhabited island lies about 25 km (15 miles) southeast of Curacao. It is known for its pristine white sand beach, exceptionally clear turquoise waters, a shipwreck, a lighthouse, plus international-class snorkeling and diving opportunities on untouched reefs.
Curacao's natural landscapes display a striking contrast to Willemstad's urban vibrancy.
Christoffel National Park: A worthwhile visit for trekkers and nature lovers. It offers various trails, including the ascent of Christoffelberg. Explore a wide range of wildlife and vegetation, and former plantation houses.
Shete Boka National Park: Get to know the island's rugged northern coastline. See dramatic cliffs, crashing waves, and natural bridges and blowholes like Boka Tabla. This park presents a raw, untamed natural beauty.
Beyond Willemstad's core, Curacao's countryside holds historical and cultural treasures.
Explore numerous restored plantation houses, like Landhuis Brakkeput Mei Mei, Landhuis Jan Kok, and Landhuis Kenepa, for insights into colonial and agricultural history. The Tula Museum specifically addresses the 1795 slave revolt.
Visit St. Willibrordus, known for flamingos in its salt pans and its yellow church. Westpunt villages offer a strong local character and genuine island life. An Aloe Vera Plantation teaches about cultivation.
Mount St. Christoffel within Christoffel Park holds sacred meaning. The Santa Familia church in Otrobanda also represents a site of local spiritual importance.
Many restored plantation houses dot the island, each telling a part of Curacao's past. They frequently a residence-turned-museums, art galleries, or restaurants.
Discover the island's quieter side by visiting charming rural communities and agricultural sites.
Consider extending your trip to explore more of Curacao or neighboring islands.
Add a day or two to fully enjoy Westpunt beaches, long walks in Christoffel National Park, and secluded coves. Stay overnight in Westpunt for a new pace.
Dedicated divers could add days purely for exploring a wider variety of Curacao's numerous dive sites, including boat dives to offshore reefs or wrecks.
While uninhabited, specialized private boat charters allow for an overnight stay at Klein Curacao, for an extremely secluded and unique experience.
This itinerary allows you to enjoy Aruba's lively beaches, Bonaire's pristine dive sites, and Curacao's historic cities and cultural depth. Book flights between islands for productivity.
Spend extended time in Bonaire and Curacao, exploring their numerous dive sites and marine parks. Arrange specialized dive private hires for comprehensive underwater discovery.
Combine Curacao's cultural sites and natural parks with a couple days in Bonaire for its distinct nature and quiet ambiance. Flights make this a convenient journey.
