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3 tips for the best snorkel spots on Curaçao

One of the most frequently mentioned reasons to visit Curaçao is underwater world; you will see beautiful coral, tropical fish and other sea creatures! If you are not a fan of diving, snorkeling is of course also a very good option. Bring your snorkel or rent one on the beach. If you don’t like a regular snorkel you can try out a full-face snorkel. Snorkel up? Let’s go into the sea!

Tugboat beach

Tugboat beach at the end of the Caracas Bay in Jan Thiel is one of the most popular diving and snorkeling spots. The name already suggests it; there is a tugboat wreck on the bottom, surrounded with all kinds of fish! You can also do this through the clear water just see it while snorkeling. The beach also has a cozy beach bar where you can rent snorkeling gear, have a drink and a snack and also paint driftwood. Admission is free.

Playa Porto Marie

A paradise beach with sun beds, a restaurant, shop, shower, toilets and a massage parlour. You will find many close to the rock walls, along the jetty and near the coral tropical fish and other sea creatures! But you can spot animals not only in the water, but also on it the beach. In addition to iguanas, there are also pigs walking around! You can also rent snorkels here. Admission and a lounger together cost 11 Antillean guilders. If you do a tour of the beaches, don’t miss Playa Porto Marie!

Playa Lagun

Playa Lagun is an amazing, idyllic place to enjoy the peace and quiet. It small-scale beach located in a deep bay between high cliffs. Along the rocks under water you can snorkel well and if you’re lucky a sea turtle will swim by! There is a restaurant at the top of the rock where you can have a delicious lunch or dinner. Admission to Playa Lagun is free and you can rent the sunbeds for $5 In addition to these favorites, there are countless other spots to explore the underwater world explore. In short, plenty to do in, on and around the water when you are on holiday in Curaçao.