Private Tour Curacao: West & East Island with Beaches
A private guide takes you across two sides of the island in one afternoon.
A private tour of Curacao covering the west and south coasts, with a guide who speaks English or Spanish. You visit Kleine Knip beach on the western side, explore the Caracasbaai road and Jan Thiel area in the south, see Fort Bekenburg and its lookout, and drive through downtown Punda and Otrabanda. Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation are included.
Step-by-step itinerary
Explore Curacao's highlights and beaches
- Tour Curacao's landscapes and towns
- Visit Queen Emma Bridge and Fort Amsterdam
- Swim at Kleine Knip beach
- Explore nearby beaches
- Drive along Caracasbaai road
- View Fort Bekenburg and lookout
- See Bayabeach and snorkeling spots
What’s included
- Private transportation and a guide.
- experience of the west and south coasts.
- visits to Kleine Knip beach, Jan Thiel, the Caracasbaai road and historic sites including Fort Bekenburg.
- a private tour of downtown Punda and Otrabanda.
- bottled water.
- pickup and drop-off at your accommodation.
Times
- Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 09:00 10:00
- Thursday 09:00 10:00 14:00
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The experience
The tour moves between two distinct parts of the island. On the western side, you stop at Kleine Knip, a small beach set in a rocky bay about 50 minutes from Willemstad, where you can swim if you want and explore nearby beaches. The Caracasbaai road on the south side is lined with shops, restaurants and food trucks. Halfway along it sits Fort Bekenburg, a 17th-century fort with a lookout over the water. This area also passes Bayabeach and the site of an underwater tugboat, which marks the most popular snorkeling spot on the island.
Your guide handles the route and the timing, picking you up from your accommodation and dropping you back when the tour ends. The experience spans five to six hours and covers both the natural beaches and the vibrant neighborhoods: Willemstad's colorful architecture, the upscale residential areas like Jansofat and Vista Royal, and the cultural landmarks that shape the island. Refreshments and bottled water are provided throughout.
Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want a guide to shape the day and handle the driving. The private arrangement means the pace and stops adapt to what interests you most, whether that is beach time, snorkeling spots, or the island's history and architecture. Children from age three are welcome, and the five to six hour span fits comfortably into an afternoon or morning.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English and Spanish.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.
What beaches do you visit on this private tour of Curacao?
Kleine Knip is the main stop, a small beach on the western side in a rocky bay where you can swim. The tour also passes other nearby beaches and takes you through the Caracasbaai area in the south, where Bayabeach and the underwater tugboat site are located.
Does the tour include a visit to Willemstad?
Yes, you drive through the downtown areas of Punda and Otrabanda, where you see the colorful architecture and historic landmarks like the Queen Emma Bridge and Fort Amsterdam.
What is Fort Bekenburg and why is it worth visiting?
Fort Bekenburg is a 17th-century fort freely accessible for viewing on the Caracasbaai road. The lookout from the fort offers a spectacular view over the water and the surrounding area.
Is pickup from my hotel included?
Yes, pickup and drop-off at your accommodation are included in the tour.
Private Tour Curacao: West & East Island with Beaches
5h–6h · EN · ES
from US$ 125 per person
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