3H or 4H | Private Boat Trip | Swim, Board or Snorkel
Recommended by 100% of travelers
Curacao
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
No trip to Curaçao is complete without spending time out on the Caribbean Sea and this private boat tour allows you to customize your experience. Tell your captain what you’d like to see and do, then spend your time swimming, snorkeling, or enjoying water sports like wakeboarding and water skiing.
- Observe marine life like fish, corals, and sea turtles
- Swim, snorkel, and sunbathe on the Caribbean Sea
- Snorkel gear and water sports equipment are included
- A private boat means a more personalized experience
What's Included
- multi-functional board on which you can lay, kneel and stand
- Bottled water
- Use of Snorkeling equipmentUse of Snorkelling equipment
- Boat (21 ft. / 7m) and crew
- wakeboard - if requested in advance
- Soda/Pop
- Alcoholic BeveragesYou are welcome to bring along and make use of our cooler
- SnacksSnacks and/ or lunch
- Transportation to starting pier - if you are staying at Sandals please let us know
- Parking FeesOn Sundays the owner of the marina charges XCG 10/ US$ 6 per car. Free parking in front of gate possible
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Trip and TreatBrakkeput Ariba 62, Kima Kalki Marina, Willemstad, Curaçao
The address of Kima Kalki Marina is Brakkeput Ariba #62. Unfortunately not all maps are accurate. The easiest to find Kima Kalki Marina is by using Google Maps. Kima Kalki Marina is a marked location on Google Maps.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Curacao (Pass By)
1
Tugboat Wreck
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Fort Beekenburg
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Santa Barbara Beach, Curaçao
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Maximum weight for boarding: 300 lbs / 136 kg
- Not recommended for people affected by obesity; a basic level of physical agility is required, including the ability to climb a small ladder to re-board the boat from the water
- Not recommended for non-swimmers
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
based on 148 reviews
Erin_D, Apr 2026
Great day in the water super fun for a family.
We snorkel in several different places and they were able to ski behind their boat.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Erin,
Thank you for your review.
We are happy to hear that you and your family had a great day with us on the water.
We hope to be able to welcome you back some time again.
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
Cathrin_T, Mar 2026
They were so friendly and accommodating. What a great way to spend the day!! We will absolutely use them again next trip!!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Cathrin,
Thank you very much for your review. We appreciate it a lot.
We are thrilled to hear that you had a great time with us and can't wait to welcome you back again.
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
Pamela_B, Mar 2026
We had a great boat day! We are a family of 5 - 2 adults and 3 kids ages 13/11/8. We all loved it. Got to snorkel and swim and tour around the island. Lovely time with the hosts! Definitely recommend
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Dear Pamela,
Thank you so much for the wonderful review and recommendation. We appreciate it very much.
We truly enjoyed having your family of five out with us. It was a perfect day for snorkeling and touring and not to forget jumping off the boat.
We are so glad it was a highlight of your trip.
We’d love to welcome your crew back on board anytime!
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
Lee_M, Dec 2025
Had a great time with the boat owner/captain and first mate. They asked our preferences and were super flexible and laid back— just our style. They took us to two really nice snorkeling spots (while also providing nice, clean gear). After we had our snorkeling fill, they took us to a fantastic waterside restaurant & bar. Lastly, they completed the voyage with a nice scenic tour of the Spanish Waters bay.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Dear Lee,
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience with us.
We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your tour with us and that you appreciated the flexibility and laid back style. We would never want to make someone feel rushed.
Thanks again for your review. We hope to be able to welcome you back some time in the future.
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
Jennifer_J, Dec 2025
We had an amazing time on this private tour. The hosts went above and beyond to provide us the best experience.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Dear Jennifer,
Thanks for your review and recommendation. We appreciate it very much.
We are happy to hear that you had amazing time and hope to be able to welcome you back some time again.
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
Steven_L, Oct 2025
Very personable, customized the entire experience to our liking all while giving us some history of the island! So worth it
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Dear Steven,
Thank you so much for the wonderful review!
We loved having you on board. Providing a personalized and custom experience is what we aim for, so we're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed having the trip customized to your liking.
Thanks for sharing that it was 'so worth it'—that means a lot!
We hope to be able to welcome you back some time again.
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
Andrew_N, Sep 2025
We had an amazing time!! Can't say enough good things about how well we were treated, or how much fun we had. Would definitely recommend!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Dear Andrew,
Thank you very much for your review and recommendation. This means a lot to us.
We are so happy to hear that you had an amazing time on board and that you felt well treated.
We hope to be able to welcome you back some time again.
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
Jennifer_D, Aug 2025
Marc and Bettina were excellent hosts! They were always very attentive to our needs and checking to see if we needed anything. Bettina was especially helpful with our little one who is only six years old and first time snorkeling! They brought us to some great snorkeling sites. Great way to see some parts of the island! Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Dear Jennifer,
Thank you for your wonderful review and recommendation.
We're so glad to hear you had a great time and that we were able to provide the attentive service we strive for.
We hope to welcome you back again soon.
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
Alexander_D, Aug 2025
Be patient once you get to the marina. Once you start your journey it is going to be only fun and you will be taken care of!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Dear Alexander,
Thanks so much for the review and for coming back to boat with us. We were thrilled to have you back on board.
We are not quite sure what you meant by "be patient once you get to the marina" and would love to get more clarity. We recall the tour starting right on schedule. If there was anything that caused a delay on your end, please let us know so we can address it.
We truly value your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back again.
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
Anik_L, Aug 2025
My two teenage daughters and myself went on the boat tour hosted by Bettina and Marc. It exceeded all our expectations. Bettina and Marc are very welcoming and informative. We used the boards, went snorkeling and toured around in Spanish waters. Would come back anytime! Thank you : )
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Dear Anik,
Thank you for your great review. We appreciate it very much.
We are so glad you enjoyed it and are delighted that your time with us exceeded all our expectations.
We hope to welcome you and your daughters back on board some time again.
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
John_Z, Jul 2025
It was a wonderful experience on the clear waters of Curaçao. The water was teeming with fish. The guides were super friendly.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Dear John,
Thank you very much for your review.
We are happy to hear that you enjoyed exploring the underwater world of Curacao with us.
We hope to be able to welcome you back some time again.
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
Shannon_P, Jul 2025
The snorkeling part of this tour was amazing! You were able to see so many different kinds of fish and I even got to see an eel! The sunken ship was also very cool to see. Definitely recommend this activity!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Dear Shannon,
Thank you for your fantastic review and recommendation.
It makes us really happy to know you enjoyed the snorkeling experience and got to spot an eel.
We'd love to have you back on board again sometime.
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
Kayla_d, Jun 2025
Amazing experience and great customer service. Very memorable trip. We went snorkeling and saw alot of marine life, stopped at a restaurant to refuel, then did the water board sports. The owners of the boat were amazing and very helpful 10/10 experience!
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Dear Kayla,
Thank you very much for taking the time to review us. We appreciate it very much.
We are happy to hear that you had an amazing experience and hope to be able to welcome you back some time again.
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
Patrick_F, Jun 2025
Bettina and Mark were amazing hosts. We were able to go out to the sea and snorkel at the tug boat shipwreck as well as off the coast which allowed us to also explore an old fort perched on a hill. We also spent time in the Spanish waters (very calm) pulling the kids on a multi function board. We have 3 kids who are 8, 9 and 11. Bettina and Mark were super helpful in coaching the kids to go from kneeling to standing! They were friendly, informative and very accommodating the entire time. If you are looking for a few hours to be on the water this is a great way to spend the day. Our only regret is we didn’t book more than 1 session with them.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Dear Patrick,
Thank you very much for your review.
We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us and exploring the local waters.
It would be our pleasure welcoming you and your family back some time again.
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
Heidi_D, Mar 2025
If you want a personalized boat trip this is for you. Bettina and Marc are wonderful hosts. They are knowledgeable about the island and take you to great snorkeling places. They dropped us off at a restaurant that was one of the best meals we had in Curacao. You won’t be disappointed!
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Dear Heidi,
Thank you very much for your review.
We are happy to hear that you had a great time with us and hope to be able to welcome you and your family back on board some time again.
Thanks again for boating with us.
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
Todd_H, Dec 2024
We had a fantastic day with Bettina and Marc. I absolutely recommend them, it was a great day on the water. They are wonderful hosts and Marc expertly manages the boat through the waves. We did some snorkeling, sightseeing, swimming and hanging out. Was my kids' favorite day on the island.
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Dear Todd,
Thank you very much for your review and recommendation. We appreciate it very much.
We enjoyed having you on board and getting to know you. If you ever come back, we hopefully can also take you boarding.
Thanks again for boating with us.
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
Christina_M, Nov 2024
WOW! We had the absolute BEST time with Bettina and Marc. What amazing hosts! They gave great instruction on how to use the different boards, and we were ALL successful riding them. They let us dictate how to spend our time, whether doing water sports, riding around, snorkeling & swimming. When we come back to Curacao, we will DEFINITELY book another tour with them. They are just lovely! Thanks for the BEST day!
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Dear Christina,
Thank you very much for taking the time to review us. We appreciate it very much.
We are happy to hear that you had a great time with us.
We enjoyed having you on board and hope to welcome you back some time again.
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
Courtney_B, Sep 2024
Bettina And Mark were wonderful hosts for this excited and fun day out on the water! They were so encouraging and had great tips to help us maximize our experience snorkeling and bougie-boarding on the water. They were knowledgeable about the island and provided so many fun facts as we went sightseeing along the coastline.
If you're thinking about doing this tour...DO IT. You won't regret it!
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Dear Courtney,
Thank you very much for your review.
We are happy to hear that you had a great time and enjoyed your snorkeling and bougie-boarding experience with us.
We hope to welcome you back on board some time again.
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
Miguel_D, Sep 2024
I had an amazing birthday excursion! Facing my fear of the ocean was a huge accomplishment, especially with the help of Bettina and Marc. It was awesome that they provided both guidance and positive energy to make the experience enjoyable and safe. Boat surfing was a thrilling adventure. The excitement was beyond words! A 10000/10 rating speaks volumes about how unforgettable the whole experience was.
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Dear Miguel,
Thank you so much for your review. We appreciate it a lot.
We are happy to hear that you had a great time on board and enjoyed celebrating your birthday with you and your friends.
If you ever come back to Curacao, it would be our pleasure welcoming you again.
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
Ed_K, Aug 2024
We had an amazing time with Benita and Mark. They are both amazing. Very family friendly, great with kids. Benita got in the water and taught my daughter how to snorkel. The zip boarding was a blast. Mark is a great captain and knows so much about the island. Five stars.
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Dear Ed,
Thank you for your time to review us. We appreciate it very much.
We are happy to hear that you had an amazing time on board.
We hope to welcome you back some time again.
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
tanya_l, Aug 2024
Bettina and Marc were absolute professionals they knew all the best site La to snorkel and wake board. They took extra care and went above and beyond. Don’t hesitate and book with them!!
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Dear Tanya,
Thank you very much for your review. We greatly appreciate it.
We are happy to hear that you had a great time and enjoyed the snorkel sites and boarding. Thanks for allowing us to be part of making "core family memories". This is what we aim for.
We hope to welcome you back some time again.
Best regards,
Bettina & Marc
Manish_T, Aug 2024
We had a wonderful trip with our hosts Betina and Mark. We did snorkeling at 3 close by sites including the sunken tugboat, and tried wakeboarding, which was a lot of fun. Family of four, boat size was adequate for our purposes, and having flexibility to alter our schedule was wonderful as we were able to do what we wanted and spend as much or as little time at each location. Both our hosts were awesome, patients, and helped us try wakeboarding which was super fun for us and kids enjoyed very much. Would highly recommend this small business over the routine commercialized trips. Thanks Betina and Mark for an awesome experience!
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Dear Manish,
Thank you very much for your review and recommendation. We appreciate it very much.
We enjoyed having you and your family on board and are happy you had an awesome experience.
We hope to be able to welcome you back some time again.
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
Charles_S, Jul 2024
Mark and Betina made the trip super fun for the whole family! Touring the Spanish waters, zupp boarding, and swimming. Couldn't ask for a better experience.
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Dear Charles,
Thank you very much for your review.
We are happy to hear that you and your entire family had a great time on board.
We hope to welcome you back some time again.
Best regrds,
Bettina & Marc
Michael_D, Jul 2024
We had an amazing trip with Bettina and Marc!! I highly recommend booking with them!
We started by cruising around the Spanish bay, then stopped for a great lunch and drinks at Boca 19, followed by ZUP boarding which was awesome!! Continued on to snorkel at a sunken ship where we saw some really cool fish, then cruised over to a different bay before finishing the trip!
A wonderful 4 hours!! Bettina and Marc were so kind and helpful and were great hosts! They even stopped to pick up a few drinks for us to have on the boat.
We can’t say enough good things about our experience! We will book again next time we visit Curacao!
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Dear Michael,
Thank you very much for your review and recommendation. We appreciate it very much.
We are happy tp hear you and your wife enjoyed your tour with us.
Thanks again for boating with us. We hope to welcome you back on board again some time.
Best regards,
Bettina & Marc
Antonia_H, Jun 2024
This was the best part of our entire trip! Loved that we were able to customize our day out on the boat and do water sports in a fun but safe way. Bettina & Marc are wonderful hosts!
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Dear Antonia,
Thank you very much for your review.
We are happy to hear that your tour with us was the best part of your entire trip. This is what we aim for.
We enjoyed having you on board and hope to be able to welcome you back some time again.
Best regards,
Bettina & Marc
Hyong_K, May 2024
My family and I had a wonderful time on this private boat trip. We went snorkeling in Spanish waters and it was one of the best snorkeling we've done. We weren't crowded with bunch of other people and were able to take as much time as we needed and wanted at each of the locations we went to. We did some sight seeing around the cove and had a blast wake boarding and knee boarding. They are both amazing tour guides and very knowledgeable. They made us feel very welcomed and took great care of us. I highly recommend them and wouldn't hesitate to book with them again.
Response from Host, May 2024
Dear Hyong,
Thank you so much for taking the time to review us.
We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your time with us and thought that the snorkeling was one of the best you've done. That means a lot.
We are glad you felt welcomed and taken care of. That is what we aim for.
We hope to be able to welcome you and your family back some time again.
Thanks again for your review and recommendation.
Warm regards,
Bettina & Marc
Courtney_J, Dec 2023
We had a wonderful time on this trip. Bettina and Marc were so friendly and made sure to customize the trip to what we wanted to do. We went to a few different beautiful snorkel spots, did some sight seeing around a very nice cove, and then had some fun wake boarding! Bettina and Marc made me feel so comfortable wake boarding despite never having done it before! Thank you for a great trip!
Response from Host, Dec 2023
Dear Courtney,
Thank you very much for your review. We are happy to hear that you had a wonderful time with us and enjoyed the customization of your trip.
We hope to welcome you back some time again.
Best regards,
Bettina & Marc
Alon_M, Nov 2023
We went snorkeling in Spanish waters, the waters were rough so we had to cut our trip short BUT it was really wonderful and we had a fantastic time and were also refunded for the time where we couldn't be on the boat. We will definitely be back and loved the time we did spend on this trip. Thank you!
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Dear Alon,
Thank you very much for your feedback. We are happy you had a great time and appreciate the recommendation.
We look forward to welcoming you back some time again and hopefully with calmer seas we can show you more snorkel spots.
Thanks again for boating with us.
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
Edward_D, May 2023
Batina and Mark are simply THE best! They took us wakeboarding and knee boarding in the lagoon area, and then took us into the ocean to a couple snorkeling spots that she highly recommended. They are both amazing tour guides, professional, very knowledgeable and allowed you to choose pretty much wherever you wanted to go and whatever you wanted to do. They made us feel welcome and well taken care of! If you ever get the opportunity to visit Curaçao, you must take a private boat trip with these two! You won’t be disappointed!
Response from Host, May 2023
Dear Edward,
Thank you very much for your review and your compliments. We appreciate it very much.
We are happy that you enjoyed your tour with us and felt welcome. That is what we aim for.
Thanks again for your boating with us. We hope to welcome you back some time again.
Regards,
Bettina & Marc
Caroline_E, Apr 2023
Excellent boat trip with Battina and Marc! They were absolutely lovely and great with my Dad (82, he went wakeboarding!) and kids, 11 and 13. We did some snorkeling at director’s bay, tugboat and another spot which were all amazing. They let us guide what we wanted to do, were friendly and shared tips on restaurants and the island. We had a tour of some wealthy homeowners and we dropped off the kids at our rental house on the ocean. We packed snacks and lunch on the four hour trip. An absolutely wonderful day with them. Spoke excellent English, were accommodating and the boat was comfortable and clean. Highly recommend this activity!
Response from Host, Apr 2023
Dear Caroline,
Thank you very much for taking the time to review us.
We are happy to hear that you had a great time with us and enjoyed the snorkeling. The ocean was just perfect that day, so calm and clear.
It was great that we could drop off your dad (who did great boarding btw!) and the kids at your rental house. This was a first time for us too.
We also like to thank you for your recommendation. We appreciate it very much.
Thanks again for boating with us. Hopefully we will be able to welcome you back on board some time again.
Best regards,
Bettina & Marc
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