Spanish Waters water sports: ZUP Board & water skiing

Learn to knee board or water ski on a single board built for both

A water sports activity in Spanish Waters, Curaçao, where you board a ZUP (a multi-functional board that handles knee boarding, wake boarding, water skiing and surfing) with 20 minutes of hands-on time per person in a small group. No prior experience is required. The guide teaches you how to use the board, and you choose whether to lay flat or attempt tricks. Minimum age is 6 years old.

The experience

The boat leaves the marina and heads to Spanish Waters, a short ride of about 7 to 10 minutes. Along the way you'll pass some of the island's larger houses. Once you arrive at the water sports area, the guide walks you through how to use the ZUP Board: a single board that works for knee boarding, wake boarding, water skiing and surfing. The setup is straightforward because the board is designed so anyone can pick it up, whether you've never done this before or you're trying a new style.

You get 20 minutes on the board to find what works for you. Some people stay flat and enjoy the ride. Others work up to tricks or a standing position. The guide is there to help, and since groups stay small, you get real attention. Once everyone has had their turn, the boat heads back to the marina. The whole outing takes about an hour, though the exact timing shifts depending on how many people are on the boat that day.

Bottled water and a life vest are included. The guide speaks English, Spanish, German or Dutch, so you can book in whichever language suits you. You choose your time slot (11am, 1pm or 2pm) when you book.

What’s included

• Bottled water.
• use of the ZUP Board and life vest.
• instruction from a guide in English, Spanish, German or Dutch.

Options for this experience

3 options

11am time slotGuide in 4 languages · 11:00Wake Boarding, Knee Boarding & Water Skiing: 11 am time slot

1pm time slotGuide in 4 languages · 13:00Wake Boarding, Knee Boarding & Water Skiing: 1 pm session

2pm time slotGuide in 4 languages · 14:002pm time slot

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 timesTuesday, Thursday, Friday and SundayDepartures at 11:00, 13:00 and 14:00

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Infant (8 to 11 years) · Under 8: can't be booked

GroupUp to 5

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, German 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 effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Trip and Treat VIP Boat Tours

Is this one for you?Book the time slot that fits the rest of your day (morning, early afternoon or late afternoon), since you choose your departure when you reserve. The small group size means you get real attention from the guide and don't spend your time waiting for others to finish.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, German and Dutch.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (8 to 11 years). Children under 8 can't be included in the booking.

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.

What is the ZUP Board and how is it different from a regular wakeboard?

The ZUP Board is a multi-functional board designed to handle knee boarding, wake boarding, water skiing and surfing all on the same equipment. It's built so beginners can lie flat and ride, or progress to standing and tricks, without switching boards or learning a completely new skill for each style.

Do I need to know how to water ski or wakeboard before I book?

No previous experience is needed. The guide gives you instructions on how to use the board when you arrive, and everyone learns at their own pace during their 20-minute turn.

How long is the boat ride to Spanish Waters?

The ride from the marina to the water sports area in Spanish Waters takes approximately 7 to 10 minutes.

What's included in the price?

Bottled water and a life vest are included. You also get the use of the ZUP Board and full instruction from the guide during your 20-minute session.