Swim with Turtles at Turtle Bay, Curacao: Boat, Blue Room Cave
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Dive into the heart of Curacao's natural beauty with our exclusive boat trip, where you'll experience the unforgettable thrill of swimming with turtles at the renowned Turtle Bay. This journey not only promises close encounters with these majestic creatures but also takes you on a guided exploration of the Blue Room Cave, Curacao's underwater marvel. Our adventure is designed to showcase the best of Curacao, blending exhilarating wildlife interactions with awe-inspiring cave explorations. Immerse yourself in the pristine waters of Turtle Bay, a haven for marine life, and witness the spectacular underwater world that lies beneath the surface of the Blue Room Cave. This meticulously crafted excursion combines leisure and adventure, offering ample opportunities for snorkeling, photography, and relaxation amidst Curacao's breathtaking landscapes. Perfect for families, couples, and solo travelers alike.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Playa Piskado/Playa Grandi
Snorkeling at Playa Piskado, also known as Turtle Bay Curaçao, is an unparalleled experience where visitors can swim with turtles in their natural habitat. This unique opportunity highlights the serene beauty of Turtle Bay, inviting snorkelers to glide alongside the majestic sea turtles. It's an immersive journey into the marine life of Curaçao, designed for those eager to connect with nature and enjoy the tranquility of swimming with turtles at this renowned location.
Blue Room Cave
Arriving at the Blue Room Cave, you're offered an enchanting swim or snorkel in its turquoise waters. Accessing this partially submerged cave requires a brief underwater journey. Inside, the interplay of sunlight with limestone walls and crystal-clear waters creates an otherworldly blue glow, justifying its name. This natural spectacle provides an exceptional setting for underwater photography, capturing the ethereal beauty of the Blue Room Cave.
What‘s Included
Use of Snorkelling equipment
All Fees and Taxes
Rum, Whiskey, and Vodka (alcohol only for 18+ travelers)
Lunch not included in this trip
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Swim with Turtles at Turtle Bay, Curacao: Boat, Blue Room Cave
Reviews
142 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nice day but not exactly as expected.
Family I,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00It was a nice day and we don’t regret doing it but we spent significantly more time on the boat traveling (probably 3.5 out of the 5 hour trip) than we did at the places. The crew was nice. The turtle area is crowded but fun and we did see and swim with multiple turtles. Our time in the cave was cut short due to another passenger becoming ill which we of course understand but it did impact our trip. The beach stop is actually a stop to snorkel or just swim but you are too far from the beach to make it to the beach in the short time provided. We did enjoy the snorkeling/floating. So overall it’s a nice day and enjoyable it’s just not exactly what we expected.
Save your time and money
Beth R,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Boat showed up 30 minutes late and the right side kept deflating causing major water splashing into the back of the boat soaking us. We expected to get wet but this felt like water boarding. The “drinks” were poured into dirty cups, the staff didn’t jump in the water at the cave to even show us where the cave was so ppl just ended up snorkeling. On the way back, there were 10 foot swells that combined with the deflated side, didn’t make us feel safe!
DON’T BOOK!!
Freedom33066328374,,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00This was definitely for experienced swimmers. We were taken to a cave where you had to swim quite a distance without support to get in. It also required to go under water to enter. No one was able to get in. Then We were taken to swim with turtles. It was also a fresh fish market. It smelled horrible!! There were fish guts and blood everywhere. I mean on the pier and in the water!! There was also a guy charging $10 for you to take your own photo with a turtle in the water. He would get the turtle to come close by swinging fish guts in the water. Let’s just say it looked nothing like the ad. We were told that we would be stopping at a beach with pigs. We stopped near the beach to float in the water. Didn’t make it to shore. The ride was rough and extremely uncomfortable! Total waste of money and time. Find something else to do.
Serious Safety Concerns
Steve W,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00This tour had 3 parts to it, the "blue room cave", Turtle snorkeling and visit to beach. The first stop was actually up against a cliff where the guy pointed out a completely submerged cave entrance and said there it is. The only safety advice he gave was "watch your don't crack your head open as you swim through". No safety equipment not even a rope guide. Anyone foolish or brave enough to venture in would be completely out of sight if they got into trouble. Needless to say none of our party went near it. Our captain meanwhile spent his time reading his phone. Next stop was as advertised ( tourist honey pot very crowded) which was fine. Then we left there for our last stop "at the beach". It looked nice as we approached, only for him to more up 100m from the shore, and say " here we are". He was more taxi driver than tour guide.
Curaçao water taxi
jamiesonr176,,Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Macey and captain Ray were amazing, 10/10! Reviews complained about choppy ride but the boat cut the water very well and makes better time than bigger boats but could be too choppy for some.
Fantastic speedboat tour!!
DebbyYolande,,Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If it had only been the Tour with the speedboat, the trip would have been a success for us too. Nice to see a large part of the coast on the West side from the sea. The captain (mister T) has very good control of the boat and can read the sea/waves well to make it a fantastic experience. The ‘jumps’ on high waves and the speed with which they sailed we (also the rest of the crew) really liked!! The stops were fine. Blue room very nice to have been. A little more info from the crew would have been nice but not a must for the experience. The stop at the turtles for us a little less. The present bloody fish remains to lure the turtles on the quay and into the sea did not invite us to go swimming there. Nice to see a turtle from the side. For the dare devils (so did we) we stopped at a cliff for a jump of about 12 meters. Great!! The last stop was nice to swim / snorkel or go to the available bar. Drinks are offered regularly during the tour. Love it!! All in all a successful activity for us! 😄
A great afternoon!
Kelly p,,Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Worth every penny! You get to see the entire shoreline to the west on your trip to turtle beach. Our driver was amazing navigating the waves and was able to adjust to some slight boat issues and got us to the turtles. Less turtles than expected but it was a great snorkel experience.
Great experience
Giovanna P,,Jul 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Simple wonderful experience!!! The island is paradisiac and every corner is special, the sailors were kind, the boat was comfortable, throughout the tour were always offered drinks and diving equipment available for everyone on board. Seeing the turtles was exciting! The only point is that the stop time in the locations was fast, about 30 minutes each, could be longer. Worth every penny.
Really fun if you're good with adapting
Lucas J,,Jul 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Great overall experience with a few notes: definitely on the adventurous side and youre not guaranteed to see turtles. Beautiful beaches though and the cave was really cool. Be prepared for a couple hours on open seas that can get really choppy; not for the faint of stomach.
Painful & Captain Does NOT Care About Your Safety
F6972CElaural,,Jul 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Worst boat trip you can take on the island. I’ve done multiple boat excursions in curaçao and this was horrible. To start off, the captain was late. He didn’t apologize or say anything about being late. Second, I noticed that I did not see a single life vest on board and life vests were NEVER mentioned by the captain, so if something happens you’re screwed. There’s nothing the owner can say in response to this to make the life vest situation better it’s just straight up unacceptable and unsafe. You’ll notice that the extreme lack of safety will be a very common theme. Third, the captain barely talked to us at all. You will not be told anything about the stops you’re making. The most he said about Turtle Bay was to talk to “the turtle man” and nothing more than that. Fourth, when we finished in the blue room the captain just started swimming away back towards the boat without saying anything and leaving people behind. We didn’t even notice he started swimming away until he was nearly outside of the blue room. He can’t even be bothered to say anything to his own guests. Fifth, the captain acted annoyed that he even had to show up and do his job, which explains why he barely talked to us at all. Sixth and MOST IMPORTANT!!!!! THIS CAPTAIN DOES NOT CARE ABOUT YOUR SAFETY!!!!! PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE DONT GO ON THIS BECAUSE HE WAS SPEEDING SO FAST ON THE WAVES AND IT RESULTED IN MULTIPLE INJURIES!!!!! The captain was hitting the waves head on with FULL SPEED. This results in the boat slamming extremely hard back onto the water. One of these waves he did this on slammed us down so hard that it simultaneously hurt my and my finances spines. My finance has to go to the doctor and is in constant pain because of that slam. My back is also in constant pain but not as bad as my fiancé. And the captain did not care at all. Only the other passengers on the boat cared to ask him if he was okay. THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO REASON TO GO THAT FAST AND SLAM US PASSENGERS DOWN THAT HARD!!!! I do not care at all what the owner responds to this with- ITS JUST UNACCEPTABLE!!! No excuses from the owner will ever make this okay. This business needs to be shut down or get a responsible captain. It’s very likely you or your loved ones will get an injury of some kind!!! It felt like he was going that fast just because he wanted to finish the tour quickly. The captain acts like the passengers are a nuisance and inconvenience to him. Nothing the owner may say in response to me is an excuse for this captain’s behavior. If he owner tries to contradict anything I say, he’s either lying, hiding the truth, or diminishing the severity of their reckless boating practices.
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