- Tour code
CUWSHO1
- Start
Willemstad
- End
Willemstad
- Min. age
16 years old
- Group size
Max 6-16 travellers
- Trip style
Explorer
- Trip pace
Relaxed
- Language
English
You'll start below ground. A guide leads you through the Hato Caves, where lit paths wind past limestone formations and still pools, and long-nosed fruit bats roost overhead.
Next comes the north coast at Shete Boka National Park. The Atlantic pounds into narrow inlets here, including Boka Tabla, where you can watch waves surge into a cave.
Then swap spectator for swimmer at Playa Piskado. Fishermen clean their catch at this little beach, and green sea turtles come in close to feed.
The last stop is Playa Forti, on a clifftop above the sea, where an island-style lunch comes with a long view.
Why This Journey
In one day you see three very different faces of Curaçao: the caves beneath it, the wild Atlantic shore of the north, and the calm west-coast water where turtles feed close to shore. Swimming near wild turtles is the moment most people remember.
It's an easygoing day for nature lovers and families, with a Soca Islands Host along and the Hato Caves entry ticket covered.
Good to Know
Duration: about 6 hours, starting and ending in Willemstad. Your Hato Caves entry ticket is covered; Shete Boka, Playa Piskado and Playa Forti have no entry fee.
What you will see and do
Follow a guide through the Hato Caves
See the surf hit the inlets of Shete Boka National Park
Share the water with the green turtles of Playa Piskado
What's included
All activities mentioned on the itinerary
Experienced Soca Islands Host with you throughout the trip
One farewell group activity when possible
Max 16 travellers per group
Group transportation
Transfers to and from the excursion
What's excluded
- Flights, accommodation and airport transfers
- Travel insurance (proof of cover required)
Group itinerary
Hato Caves
A guided walk through lit limestone chambers with natural pools and a colony of long-nosed fruit bats. Your entry ticket is covered.
Shete Boka National Park
On the north coast, watch the ocean surge into Boka Tabla and crash along the rocky shore. No entry fee.
Playa Piskado
Slip into the water off this small fishing beach, where wild green sea turtles swim close to shore to feed. No entry fee.
Playa Forti
Finish with an island-style lunch on the cliffs, looking out over the sea. No entry fee.
Rooms
- Included
Shared double
Shared with the person you book with, or a fellow traveller of the same sex.
- Extra cost
Single room
A room to yourself, subject to availability.
You choose your room when you book.
Tour FAQS
Fly into and out of Curaçao International Airport (CUR).
Everything listed under What's Included for this trip, including all activities mentioned in the itinerary. The itinerary also notes that your Hato Caves entry ticket is covered. Anything not listed there, such as flights and accommodation, is not included.
Yes. Transfers to and from the excursion are included. Airport transfers are not included. Contact our Customer Experience team to confirm your pickup point and time.
The day includes a swim with turtles at Playa Piskado, so bring swimwear.
Yes, private group bookings can be requested. Contact our Customer Experience team and they will help arrange it for your group.
Yes. If you arrive on Day 1 of your adventure or book pre-tour accommodation with us, your airport arrival transfer is included. If you choose alternative pre-tour accommodation or arrive by another mode of transport, you’ll need to arrange your own arrival transfer.
Our arrival transfers are private to Soca Islands and are organised in groups based on flight times. Sometimes this means a short wait at the airport until other flights arrive.
There are no scheduled activities on the final day, so feel free to book your departure at your own convenience.
We recommend arriving before 3 pm on Day 1 to make it in time for the welcome event. But don’t worry no matter when you land, we’ll have an airport transfer ready for you.
Please Refer to your government’s travel advice or consult your local consulate. Remember, passport and visa requirements can change, so make sure to stay updated.
Excluding alcohol, we suggest budgeting around USD $40.00 per day for extras.
While we’re not medical professionals, we want to help you prepare for a safe and healthy adventure. Here are some tips:
- Consult with a healthcare professional: Schedule an appointment with your travel nurse or doctor at least eight weeks before your adventure to get any necessary vaccines or medications.
- Up-to-date medical advice:
- US residents: Check the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.
- UK residents: Visit the NHS Fit For Travel website.
- Australian residents: Refer to the Smart Traveler Health website.
3. Government travel advice:
- US residents: Consult the US Department of State Travel Advice.
- UK residents: Check the FCDO Travel Advice.
- Australian residents: Visit the Smart Traveler website.
4. Medication tips: If you take prescription medication, bring enough to last the entire trip, plus a few extra days in case of delays. Carry a copy of your prescription in case you need to visit a clinic abroad.
We hope this helps you prepare for a safe and enjoyable adventure.
Please keep in mind that our itinerary, activities, and hotels might change. These adjustments could happen with little notice due to factors like availability, weather conditions, seasonal shifts, or other circumstances beyond our control. Rest assured, we always aim to minimise any impact on your experience. Occasionally, we may tweak the itinerary to try out fresh ideas and keep the adventure exciting.
We believe solo travelers shouldn’t have to pay extra to explore the world. That’s why our group trips are designed around shared accommodation and do not include a single supplement. Solo travelers joining our group trips are paired in twin or multi-share rooms with another traveler of the same sex for the duration of the trip.
Some of our Independent trips are structured differently. For these itineraries, solo travelers will need to book at the single occupancy rate.
Tips are not included in the cost of this tour. Remember, tipping is entirely at your discretion and based on what you feel comfortable with.
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