ATV Riding on Curacao East Coast: Rugged Trails & Ostrich Farm

Operate an ATV through island trails and meet ostriches face-to-face

ATV riding on Curacao's east coast is a 3.5-hour activity where you operate the machine across rugged trails, open plains and coastal paths. The route includes Sint Joris Baai (a windswept bay where kite surfers ride), and the Curacao Ostrich Farm for a close encounter with the animals. A local guide leads in English, Spanish or Dutch. Helmets and water are provided. Riders must be at least 18 and in moderate physical fitness. The activity is not suitable for spinal injuries, pregnancy or cardiovascular concerns.

Step-by-step itinerary

ATV tour exploring Curacao's east coast

• Traverse rugged trails and open plains
• Visit Sint Joris Baai and watch kite surfers
• Meet ostriches at Curacao Ostrich Farm
• Stop at a natural beach with ocean views
• See the strong waves and rugged east coast

The experience

You arrive at the starting point and get fitted with a helmet, then mount your ATV for a 3.5-hour ride across the island's east side. The trails cut through rugged terrain and open plains, moving between coastal paths and inland stretches. You're operating the machine yourself, not watching from a passenger seat, so the pace and line through each section depends on your control and confidence. A local guide rides ahead and sets the route, stopping at points where the landscape or the wildlife warrants it.

Sint Joris Baai comes early in the ride. It's a bay on the windward side, known for strong winds and the kite surfers who use them. The scenery is raw and open, without the resort development of the western beaches. From there the route heads inland to the Curacao Ostrich Farm, where you dismount and walk among the birds: a stop that breaks the riding rhythm and gives a look at one of the island's more unexpected attractions. The farm is a working operation, not a petting zoo, so the encounter is straightforward: you see the animals, learn what they are doing there, and move on.

The ride finishes with two more coastal stops: a rugged natural beach and another east coast highlight known for strong waves. By the end you've covered the full sweep of the east side without needing to arrange transport, navigate the terrain yourself, or figure out which stops are worth the detour. Helmets stay on the whole time. Water is provided at intervals. Minimum age is 18, and you need at least moderate fitness for the duration and the terrain.

What’s included

• Helmet and bottled water.
• local guide in English, Spanish or Dutch.
• access to Sint Joris Baai, the Curacao Ostrich Farm, and two additional coastal stops on the east side.

Options for this experience

2 options

Double (two people per ATV)Guide in English, Spanish or Dutch · 09:00 and 14:00Double-seater (two people per ATV)

Single (one person per ATV)Guide in English, Spanish or Dutch · 09:00 and 14:00Single-seater (one person per ATV)

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00 and 14:00

Book up to10h before

AgesAdult (18 to 60 years) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupUp to 16

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Dutch

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Living Life Curacao

Is this one for you?Choose single riding if you want full control of your own machine and the independence to set your own line through the trails. Pick double if you're sharing the cost and the experience with a travel partner. Either way, you're operating the ATV yourself, not riding as a passenger, so the activity suits riders who want hands-on control, not a guided sightseeing route.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Dutch.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I ride an ATV on my own, or do I have to share one with another person?

You choose at checkout: single rider (one person per ATV) or double (two people per ATV). Either way, you operate the machine yourself with the guide leading the route.

What is Sint Joris Baai like, and why does the ride stop there?

Sint Joris Baai is a windswept bay on Curacao's east coast, known for strong winds and kite surfers. The stop lets you see the untamed scenery and the open water before the ride moves inland to the Ostrich Farm.

What happens at the Curacao Ostrich Farm?

The Ostrich Farm is a working operation where you dismount and walk among the birds to see them up close. It's a straightforward encounter with the animals, not a hands-on activity. You observe and learn about them during the stop.

How long is the whole activity, and what's included?

The ride lasts 3.5 hours total. Helmets and bottled water are provided. The guide speaks English, Spanish or Dutch and leads the entire route.

What fitness level do I need for this ATV riding?

You should have at least moderate physical fitness. The activity is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnancy. Riders must be at least 18 years old.

Do I need to arrange my own transport to the starting point?

Yes, pickup service is not included, so you'll need to get to the meeting point on your own. The guide will confirm the exact location when you book.