Snorkel with Turtles & Kenepa Grandi Beach: Nr.1 Island Day Trip

Name: Snorkel with Turtles & Kenepa Grandi Beach: Nr.1 Island Day Trip
Price: 75 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.32 (432 reviews)

Overview

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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.

Additional Info

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.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Playa Piskado/Playa Grandi

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.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

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.

1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Usage of Snorkling masks and snorkeling vests

Friendly Local Guide accompanying you along the trip

Hotel or Cruise Pick up / drop-off

Transportation

Bottled water

Gratuities

Lunch

Pickup points

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Snorkel with Sea Turtles

Pickup included

Reviews

4.32

432 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

296

Turtle snorkeling in Curacao 2025
Perry H,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
The open air school bus was what we used to travel to three stops. Recommended water shoes for the shells and coral can be unpleasant upon entry into water. Guide (Emma) was great and very informative and bus driver (Johnny) was super kind! Water was clear and the turtles were super friendly and would swim right up to you, there also was enough space to snorkel so that people were not right on top of one another. Overall great experience would absolutely recommend!
Our guide and driver were...
Payten J,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide and driver were fantastic ladies! Very charismatic and enjoyable to be around, lots of information provided about the island as well! We did see 2-3 turtles at the beach which was nice and the second beach was beautiful sand, water and views!
The tour was very well...
Bruce W,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
The tour was very well run with both the driver and guide excellent. The snorkelling with the sea turtles was awesome . However the next stop Knipp beach was not so good. Whilst the water was clear and looked beautiful the beach and surrounding area was littered with rubbish and there were no toilets - hence the 4 stars
Swimming with the turtles
CHRISTINA M,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our tour guides were excellent. Both beaches we went to were extremely rocky. Water shoes are a must. We saw a few turtles swimming, but I wouldn't say this is a swimming with the turtles experience. The restaurant/beach we ate lunch at was credit card only and did not accept cash.
Turtle interpretation was hiding in its shell…
Gilbert B,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
Excellent beaches visited and good island history interpretation. Swimming with turtles was limited to one beach with no natural history or behavioral interpretation of turtles. The other beach was beautiful even though it was quite busy. Friendly guide and driver.
Great time with family of 5
gregkW2789CG,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Family of 5 with kids ranging from 11-17. Enjoyed both beaches very much. First beach we saw numerous turtles and lots of different fish. Very clear water and unique scenery. Second stop was a popular local beach with several food trucks and concessions. Absolutely beautiful location with the cliffs and super clear water. Snorkeled here as well and again saw a lot of fish. The kids (and many others on the tours as well as locals) really enjoyed jumping from the cliffs into the water (totally optional as you can just enjoy the beach). Cliffs are about 20-25 feet above the water. It’s about an hour ride back to the cruise port from the last stop but you can rest on the bus or check out the landscape and homes along the way. You get to see a lot of Curacao which was interesting since we had never visited the island before. Very glad we did this tour.
Fun 1/2 day in Curaçao
Juli,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great overview of Curacao and its beautiful beaches. Loved the history of the island and the snorkeling was excellent! Emma was a wonderful guide and Johnny was a great bus driver. Highly recommend!
The guide was good, but the play of Kalki where we went at the end was horrible
Rebecca S,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00
I liked the turtles, but it was a little crowded. I did not like going to the Playa Kalki afterward the beach was crowded and you had to pay so much money to get a beach chair and there was nowhere to sit. I would make the tour shorter and just go to the flamingos. The turtles and the caves just skipped the whole beach part. It was so annoying and horrible. All the folks on the tour were not impressed with the playa Kalki. We loved the guides they were amazing however that ending at the Playa Kalki was horrible. Nobody wants to be on a beach with 1 million people, especially if they’re staying at beautiful resorts.
We saw the turtles
Angela S,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was actually one of my favorite excursions. I can’t really swim but they provided a snorkel vest and it kept me afloat while I snorkeled! The turtles were there and swimming close on the first beach. I didn’t snorkel on the second beach stop but they did have a smoothie bar with breads for sale in the parking lot. One of the other people said the bread was really delicious.
Amazing tour guides and beaches
Phylicia B,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
Amazing. The beaches are spectacular and Emma and Anton were 10/10 in knowledge and making the experience exceptional. The only suggestion I would make is that the time at the beach is longer. You only get about 50 minutes at each beach and it isn’t enough time. My suggestion would be to stretch the second beach to 1 hour 45 minutes. The first beach can stay at 50 minutes. Only bc most of the time is spent on the bus.