Snorkel with Turtles & Kenepa Grandi Beach: Nr.1 Island Day Trip
Description
Let the Best Tour Operator on the Island take you on a fascinating journey to Playa Grandi; where you can dive into the clear waters with provided snorkels to discover marine life, including sea turtles. Discover the amazing and stunning underwater world of curaçao. Next, visit the renowned Grote Knip Beach for more swimming or snorkeling. This is one of the most beautiful beaches on the island with its azure sea. It is also the most photographed beach. Then, take a moment to appreciate the wild flamingos at Landhuis Jan Kok, where these free-living birds gracefully inhabit the area. This is a photo stop from the bus. After this amazing beach experience our professional guide and driver will take you back to your hotel or ship on time. Notes: Slight currents can occur, could be windy and sometimes there are waves. The beach can be rocky which can make entering the sea a bit more difficult. It is recommended to bring water shoes and an underwater camera.
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Itinerary
At Playa Grandi you can encounter the sea turtles up-close and get the chance to snorkel right beside them. An amazing and definitely unique experience. A fantastic way to truly enjoy the Island.
Playa Kenepa Grandi, also known as Grote Knip, is a stunning beach located on the western side of Curaçao, an island in the Caribbean Sea. Known for its clear turquoise waters, white sandy shores, and picturesque surroundings, it's a popular spot for both tourists and locals. The beach is ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing. The cliffs surrounding the beach provide excellent viewpoints, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the coastline. Playa Kenepa Grandi is often praised for its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere.
Take a moment to appreciate the wild flamingos at Landhuis Jan Kok, where these free-living birds gracefully inhabit the area. (Picture stop from the bus)
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
For cruise guests: Meeting point will be at 8:45AM or 1:45PM at the "Online reservations" tent inside the cruise terminal. Guides will have a sign with "Samurai Curacao Snorkeling with turtles" Guides Uniform is Red. For Hotel Guests: Samurai Curacao will contact you to indicate the pick up time. Pick up time will very between 45 to 10Min before start off tour. Meeting point will be at your hotel lobby. Guides Uniform is Red.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- As some of the beaches have rocky areas, it is recommended to bring water shoes for your comfort and safety while swimming or exploring the shoreline.
Reviews(496)
Anita was an amazing tour guide and an awesome and very likeable person. She delivered with the sea turtles and provided a great history and commentary of the island
Fun experience, nice tour guide and beautiful beaches. The 2nd beach was a tad too crowded for my liking but it was still very beautiful.
Be prepared to be wowed by the crew. They went above and beyond to make sure all guess experienced the turtles
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We are thrilled to hear that our crew wowed you and went above and beyond to ensure every single guest had a memorable turtle experience. Our team takes great pride in sharing the magic of the ocean with our guests, and knowing they succeeded makes us incredibly happy. We hope to welcome you back on board for another amazing adventure soon!
The tour is advertised as snorkeling with turtles. In fact, we only had 40 minutes at the beach with the turtles. We saw turtles, which was great, and we would have liked to stay there longer. At the 2nd beach, we then had 90 minutes. However, it was completely overcrowded, you couldn't see anything in the water, and there were jellyfish remains there. Not a turtle in sight.
Danke für deine Rückmeldung! Schön, dass du die Schildkröten hautnah erleben konntest. Da wir uns in der freien Natur bewegen, variieren Strömungen, Quallen-Vorkommen und Besucherzahlen leider täglich. Dennoch verstehen wir vollkommen, dass du gerne mehr Zeit bei den Schildkröten verbracht hättest. Wir besprechen die Zeitplanung umgehend mit unserem Team, um flexibler auf die Wünsche unserer Gäste vor Ort einzugehen.
Bob was awesome. Get him for your guide.
Thank you for your awesome review! We will pass along the compliment to Bob!
Our guide Anita was absolutely great. She was very funny too, really made our trip fun. Turtles were amazing,and the cove she took us to was amazing
Thank you for the kind review! We will pass on to Anita the compliment! Hope to see you back soon on Curacao!
We visited Playa Piskado (Playa Grandi) to snorkel with the sea turtles, and it is cool to see them up close. The fishermen were tossing fish guts into the water, which definitely attracts the turtles — amazing for photos, but also a bit smelly. There was also a man walking around with a sign aggressively asking people for money, which took away from the vibe. Chair rentals run $15 USD, and you only get about an hour here before moving on to Kenepa Grandi. Kenepa Grandi was lovely. The water is unbelievably clear, calm, and full of beautiful fish. It’s one of those beaches that looks exactly like the postcards — bright turquoise water and perfect swimming conditions. Also, only an hour here. The majority of the time was spent on the bus, with about a 45 min. drive each way. Bring your own snorkel! 🫠
Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback! We are thrilled that you enjoyed seeing the sea turtles up close at Playa Piskado and experiencing the postcard-perfect, turquoise waters of Kenepa Grandi. We also appreciate your honest notes regarding the smell from the fishing activity and the aggressive solicitor at the first stop. feedback like this helps us monitor local conditions to better prepare future guests. We also take note of your comments regarding the travel-to-beach time ratio. Because these beautiful beaches are located on the quieter, scenic northern end of the island, the drive does take about 45 minutes each way. Your practical tips about the $15 chair rentals and bringing your own snorkel gear will be incredibly helpful for other travelers. Thank you again for choosing to explore Curaçao with us!
Our excursion was absolutely unforgettable, and a huge part of that was because of Ms. Anita. From the moment we met her, she treated my husband and me like family. Her warmth, kindness, and genuine care made us feel welcomed, comfortable, and valued throughout the entire experience. Ms. Anita went above and beyond to make sure everyone was enjoying themselves, answering questions, sharing her knowledge, and attending to every detail with a smile. Her passion for what she does shines through in every interaction, and it truly elevated our excursion from great to exceptional. If you have the opportunity to tour with Ms. Anita, consider yourself lucky. She is not only an outstanding guide but also a beautiful person who makes every guest feel special. Thank you, Ms. Anita, for your hospitality, care, and for creating memories that my husband and I will cherish forever!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your beautifully detailed feedback with us! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that your excursion was unforgettable, and we love knowing that Ms. Anita made you and your husband feel like family from the very start. Her passion, warmth, and genuine care truly represent the high standards of hospitality we strive for. We will be sure to pass along your touching praise to her—it will mean the world to her to know she made such a lasting impact on your trip!
A couple of things. First, it’s a LONG drives. Good news is the tour guide was awesome and told a very detailed history of the island nation. It was at times funny and sad, but always fascinating. The second thing is a lot of people do this excursion and the beach is crowded. You still see turtles (I had two come up right beside me and didn’t realize it until I saw them) and we were able to get some great pictures and video. So as a whole, it’s a good experience.
Thank you for the review! We are glad you enjoyed our guide's fascinating island history and had those amazing up-close turtle encounters! Since the best turtle beaches are on the remote northern end of the island, the drive does take some time, and they are very popular spots. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back again!
This was a great experience!!! The staff was amazing!!! It was so much fun. Would definitely recommend to anyone 😊!!!
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had so much fun and that our amazing staff made it such a great experience. Your high recommendation means the world to us, and we cannot wait to welcome you back for another fun adventure!
