Curaçao: Private 68ft Yacht Charter & Snorkeling

Rent an entire 68-foot sailing yacht in Curaçao: no shared deck, no fixed schedule

You get a full 68-foot sailing yacht with no other passengers, snorkeling at Klein Curaçao or the Tugboat wreck, barbecue lunch and an open bar with rum punch, and complete control over where you go and when you leave. The crew handles the sailing. You decide the itinerary. Snorkeling gear is included, and you can arrange a taxi return if you want to stay longer ashore.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private sailing and water adventures

• Board private 68ft sailing yacht
• Sail along Curacao’s west coast
• Visit secluded Klein Curacao island
• Snorkel with sea turtles and coral reefs
• Explore Tugboat wreck at Spanish Waters
• Relax on clear water beaches
• Return by taxi option available

The experience

Casador is a classic 68-foot sailing yacht, and when you book it, the whole boat is yours. Up to 30 people, no strangers, no timetable. That flexibility changes everything about how a day on the water feels. You're not following someone else's route or watching the clock for a return time. You decide where to go, how long to stay, and whether you want to head back by taxi at the end so you can spend another hour at a beach instead of sailing back.

The boat works for snorkeling, which is why most people book it. Klein Curaçao sits about an hour offshore, a small island with white sand and water clear enough to see the reef floor. Sea turtles are common there. Closer in, the Tugboat wreck at Spanish Waters is an artificial reef now, full of fish, and shallow enough for beginners. The west coast has beaches you can only reach by boat: cliffs, clear water, the kind of view that stays with you. You pick which stops matter to you, and the crew adjusts the route around that.

Food and drink come with it. Barbecue lunch is cooked on board, and the open bar runs all day: beer, wine, soft drinks, and Caribbean rum punch, which tastes better on a boat than it has any right to. Snorkeling gear is included, so you don't rent it separately or bring your own. If someone in your group doesn't snorkel, they can swim, sunbathe, or just sit with a drink and watch the water. The boat moves at a pace that lets you do that.

One thing worth knowing: if your group wants to skip the return sail, you can arrange a taxi pickup at the end of the day instead. It costs extra, but it means you're not watching the sun drop while you're heading back to the dock. That option alone is why people book a private charter instead of a group tour.

What’s included

Your day includes the private use of a 68-foot sailing yacht, snorkeling equipment, a barbecue lunch prepared on board, and an open bar stocked with beer, wine, soft drinks, and Caribbean rum punch throughout the day. The crew handles navigation and sailing while you choose your stops and pace.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (under 12)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Dutch

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

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.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditions

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Is this one for you?Book this if your group wants a full day on the water without sharing the boat, coordinating with strangers, or sticking to someone else's schedule. The private charter is what makes all three possible in one day.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Dutch.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 12).

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.

How many people can fit on Casador?

Up to 30 people. The whole boat is private to your group.

What's included in the price?

Snorkeling equipment, barbecue lunch, and an open bar with beer, wine, soft drinks, and Caribbean rum punch.

Can we choose our own route?

Yes. The crew is flexible with itineraries. Common stops are Klein Curaçao, the Tugboat wreck at Spanish Waters, and the west coast beaches, but you decide where to go.

Is there a fixed return time?

No. You set the schedule. If you want to return by taxi instead of sailing back, that can be arranged for an additional cost.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes, snorkeling gear is provided for all passengers.

What if someone doesn't want to snorkel?

The boat has plenty of space to swim, sunbathe, or relax with a drink. Snorkeling is optional.

How far is Klein Curaçao from the dock?

About an hour by boat.

Is the Tugboat wreck suitable for beginners?

Yes, it's shallow and beginner-friendly, though experienced snorkelers enjoy it too.