Why travel to Curacao
Entering the Curacao Challenge Windsurfing Competition or spectating the race not enough? Let us tell you what Curacao is all about! Your head will be spinning after you’ve seen and read this page.
The windsurfing
Windsurfing is possible almost everywhere on this island with dozens of inlets, bays and lakes connecting to the open ocean. A favorite spot for local windsurfers is located at the Caracas bay, in front of the Windsurfing Curacao windsurf school on the Spanish waters. The southern coast of Curacao has many beautiful beaches off of which the more experienced windsurfer could decide to go for a try on the huge swells.
The wavesurfing
Ready for some surfing, wave surfing that is… on the northern side of the island are several great surf spots, where if their at the right time you might catch the perfect wave.
The beaches
The most beautiful and tranquil beaches and bays are located all over the island, with clear blue waters and coral reefs to explore while snorkeling.
The cliff diving
Looking for a dare? A long stretch of the western coastline of the island consists of fairly high cliffs which makes it possible to make some pretty exciting cliff dives at specially designated cliff diving spots.
The shopping
Down town Willemstad, the capitol of Curacao is split in two halves by the waterway entrance to the Anna Bay. One side is called Punda and the other Otrobanda (which literally means the other side in our native language: Papiamentu). Walking through it’s streets in between the multicolored historical buildings, shopping is bliss.
The colonial city
In town you can enjoy the view from ancient forts, have lunch in the cutest restaurants and or visit the very exotic fresh fruit and vegetables market. Curacao is also known for it’s colorful and swinging Carnaval, which is celebrated each year during the month of February. Because of it’s very interesting and rich history, you can find the most beautiful colonial buildings all over the island, each with it’s own fascinating story.
The scuba diving
Love scuba diving? It doesn’t matter if it’s the very first dive you ever made, or if you are a professional diver, you will agree, that the underwater world all around Curacao belongs to the most spectacular in the world.
The national parks
Visit our national park and climb the highest point on the island, the Christoffel-berg (mountain!) and enjoy one the most breathtaking views you have ever seen. Or go it by car or jeep tour and discover the wilder side of Curacao.
The biking
Bike rides thru the park are one of the best ways to experience this very beautiful and serene part of the island. Discover the variety of animals and rear plants, only found on Curacao, or visit the salt lakes and take pictures of the pink flamingo’s who call it their home.
The desert island
Want to visit a uninhabited island and experience the most beautiful trip of a lifetime, you can. Every day several boat trips leave Curacao on their way to Little Curacao, a petite uninhabited untouched paradise due south of the main island of Curacao.
The sailing
Love sailing? You can rent your own boat. All day or just for a couple of hours, Curacao with it’s steady trade winds, offers the most beautiful bays and inlets through which you can sail at your own leisure, either on a big yacht or in a smaller craft, you can be sure of it, it’s going to be a great day on the water.
The kite surfing
Want to go Kite surfing? For the first time or are you very experienced, either way St. Joris bay is the place to go to. Ask for DJ and you will be set and ready to go. Wide op spaces , little islands sprinkled thru the bay, make for a exciting Kite surfing experience.
The sunsets & parties
Ready to party? Start the evening of on the beach watching one of the breathtaking sunsets, sipping on a glass of wine, then go for dinner and after that dance the night away.
The animal encounters
Maybe you are looking for animal encounters in a guided setting. You can swim with dolphins or even feed ostriches.
