Many travelers to Curacao find themselves restricted to the typical tourist activities, such as lying on the beach or taking excursions to popular spots. The Nature Lovers Tour provides travelers with the opportunity to explore the Caribbean's natural beauty, from its pristine beaches to its lush rainforests. This tour is the perfect way to see the Caribbean in a unique and unforgettable way.

Rent or bring your own snorkeling equipment for a better fit than the tired gear included on most tours
Water and soft drinks are provided
xperience the Caribbean in a way that few others have the opportunity to
Visit many of Curacao's best kept secrets

What's Included

All Fees and Taxes
Water and soft drinks
You will never be bored, incredible entertainment.
A bunch of history

Beach Chair
Food
Use of Snorkeling equipment
Tips
Umbrella

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Meeting point

Otrobanda, Willemstad, Curaçao
At Megapier, Mathey Warf our Riffort Village. A message will be sent to the customers, when we get the reservation. (Please note that a notification from our side can take 24-36 hours.)

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

Opening hours

3/17/2022 - 5/11/2025
Monday - Sunday : 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Tuesday - Friday : 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Saturday : 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM
3/17/2022 - 5/11/2025
Monday - Sunday : 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Tuesday - Friday : 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Saturday : 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Pickup details

At Megapier 1, their is an ONLINE RESERVATION! If your cruise dock at Megapier 2, you need to walk 2-3 minutes to Megapier 1. At hotel (till 15 minutes outside the city) we will meet at the HOTEL COUNTER!

What To Expect

Shete Boka National Park

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Playa Piskado/Playa Grandi

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Grote Knip

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Flamingo Sanctuary Sint Willibrordus

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
Not recommended for travelers with walking difficulty
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Featured review

Maura_H

Little Larry was such a fun guide. Went and saw the shete boka park with the blow hole type feature, then to the beautiful beach, then snorkeled with turtles, and finally to a couple nice view points on the island.

Reviews

4.5

46 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews

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Animals, Plants, Beautiful Landscapes, and Architecture

Katharine_L, Apr 2024

Our tour was with Patricia and it was fantastic! She took us on our adventure and stopped for a quick breakfast snack at a local place. We got these little breakfast pockets, get the cheese, it’s wonderful! We went to Shete Boka National Park to Pistol Beach to view the gorgeous limestone sea cliffs. I could have stayed all day watching the waves come in and splash up onto the cliffs. There were the endemic island lizards there called Blauw-Blauw. We then went to see the sea cave but it was closed because of sea grass in the cave. Still beautiful area and got educated on the deadly Manchineel Trees! We then went to see the flamingos, they were beautiful in the wild. Onto Grote Knip/Playa Kenepa Grandi, one of the most beautiful beaches I’ve ever seen! You could even jump off the cliffs there. We swam with sea turtles at Playa Grandi. They have snack vendors there and a few at Grote Knip as well. Patricia was very well educated on the island, nature, culture and history as she drives and tells you all about it. At the end of the day she dropped us in downtown Willemstad to see the floating bridge and walk around to take photos of the beautiful architecture and murals on the buildings. She also brought a cooler with waters!

Fun and educational excursion

Jeff_B, Apr 2024

The beach we went to. The blow hole was pretty fun to see. Little Larry was very knowledgeable. Needs to do a better job of directing people from the cruise ship where to meet him. Eventually we found someone who knew Little Larry and got to the correct location.

Very entertaining

Michele_J, Feb 2024

We had a lot of fun on this tour. Little Larry was very entertaining. I would recommend this tour just for the beach and blowhole alone.

Fun tour

Maura_H, Feb 2024

Great Tour

David_L, Jun 2023

We absolutely loved this tour. There was a little mishap with others in our group that delayed the start of our tour, but our guide was able to overcome that quickly and make this our favorite excursion of our entire trip. We absolutely loved the turtle swim and also cliff jumping at Kenepa beach. The beach was incredible, we really wish we had more time there, but it gave us a reason to come back again! This was the prefect tour to see the highlights or Curacao!

Tour great except for chum feeding of turtles

Dianne_I, Jun 2023

Tour Guide was very friendly and helpful with facts about the island - rating of 10. The natural beach was beautiful and enjoyed swimming there -- rating of 10. The main reason we wanted this tour was for the turtle swim. Was fun to swim & snorkel with turtles and colorful in the ocean. However, to get turtles to stay near dock or near snorkel area, they tossed "chum" in the water to get turtles to gather there. It was a disgusting smell and our swimsuits stuck like dead fish. One little girl (about 10 yrs old) swam too close to where they were throwing in the chum (she drifted in from the ocean waves and was swimming away) and the man on dock threw a wad of chum on her back. If I had been her mother, I would have thrown a fit with the man. Snorkeling with turtles should be a "natural" experience. Rating for turtle swim 3.5.

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Hi Dianne, thank you for your feedback. Swimming with the turtles is actually a natural experience, the problem we have is that most of the tourists have drowned in this water trying to get close to the turtles in the darkest part. That’s the reason they try to mantain the turtles at the dock, which make it easier for our tourist. We do have many complaints about the fisherman, who throws food at the turtles. Unfortunately, we can't do anything about it because it's out of our hands, but we will forward your review to the Curaçao Tourism Board, hopefully 🙏🏽 they can handle the situation ASAP!

Poor communication

Paul_K, Apr 2023

We were in an area for Internet pick ups early. While I waited my travel partner went look to make sure we were in the right place. We were unable get anyone to answer when we called. The communication is poor. I would not book with them again. We had to find other plans for the day which was disappointing.

Response from Host, May 2023

Dear Paul, thanks for your review. Surprised, we take note of your review and we are sorry to read this. Please keep in mind that you were not on time. Despite of being late, we ask the customers that was sharing the same tour, politly, to wait an extra 15 minutes, so that you and your travel partner could have the opportunity to still join the Nature Lovers Tour. When you called our phone it was already half an hour from the agreed time, unfortunately the tour already left. It is our greatness desire to provide everyone with a best service and that means respecting the time of each customers, that was the reason why the guide could not continue waiting.

The best excursion of our cruise

Bonifatius_J, Apr 2023

We were picked up at the pier by our guide Jaentree and joined 4 others in a small group. Jaentree changed the listed itinerary so we would have a better chance to see the beautiful flamingos. The stops in Shete Boca Park included Boca Pistola a tremendous experience. We visited the fisherman's beach at Playa Piskado where you could snorkle with the turtles and grab a bite to eat. At Grote Knip we basked in the powdery sand for close to an hour, the pictures do not do it justice, it was so beautiful. For us the unexpected highlight of the trip was Jaentree's entralling talks while we drove from stop to stop. These talks explained the cultural history, colonial life, and the musical heritage of the people of Curacao, as well as the current way of life. Drinks were provided. It was a wonderful way to spend 5 hours in this beautiful part of the world.

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Thank you so much for your review. We are thrilled to hear you had a marveled time at our beautiful island💙

Highly recommend

Carrie_T, Apr 2023

We had a great time with our tour guide who was both super knowledgeable and very entertaining. The stops on the outing were fantastic!

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Thank you so much for your review Carrie, is much appreciated!!💙💛🤍

Inexperienced driver/Bad Van Condition

Samantha_M, Apr 2023

I want to start off by saying that I think our driver was new and there were 2 vans of people and I feel like we were following the experienced driver. We were in the van with the new driver. The van looked like it was going to break down, there was UV film peeling from the windows and there was goo and fingerprints on the windows. We had to ask at every stop where we were and what we needed to bring. Nothing was mentioned about the turtles nesting as in the tour description and we saw no flamingos or mention of them. Since I was on a cruise I had many excursions booked and forgot this one had an optional cliff jump. When we got to the site where you could cliff jump neither driver said anything. Only back when we were in the van did our driver ask if we cliff jumped. After I asked him, nicely, was is not safe to jump because no one mentioned we could do this. He said no it was safe. So when I asked why no one mentioned it he just laughed and said we'll have to come back. The woman was a much better guide and took pictures if we wanted and answered our questions. I thought she was great minus the fact that she didn't mention we could cliff dive and where we could do it. I also found it odd that neither of them were wearing a company shirt at least so there was no way to really know what company they were with. It did appear that the woman had some sort of lanyard badge. Our new male driver's jeans were falling down and you could see his underwear. The van did not appear to have a company logo either. I couldn't believe that this tour had 5 stars after my experience.

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Hi Samantha, We are very disappointed to read your review, you took a tour with us on March 29, and you were in a bus with Omar (6 people, which only you complain about your driver) Jaentree and Omar and all the other guides have been guiding with us for 8 years, this is the reason we have a 5 star on TripAdvisor and Viator!! We have full confidence in our guides. At no time we did wrote in our tour about turtles nest!! About jumping, did write in the escurcion if you are crazy enough to jump!! Both beach is specific writing what would happened at the beach! Either way, kenepa is for those who knows how to jump, so our drivers can’t promote jumping!! Jumping at Kenepa beach is consider at your own risk!! Their is also other beaches that you can jump! Because you wrote about turtles nest we are confuse if you have read 2 different tours and you got confused, which one you were going to choose? However, we have had direct contact with both of them to hear their version. Both explain that indeed their was no flamingo to see, as we always say!! Flamingos are wild animals we DO NOT HAVE CONTROL OF THEM!! Still they choose to give YOU the extra service, which is NOT included by driving next to the old refinery which isn’t a such nice view so you can still get a chance to see flamingo!! What we can also understand if the tour wasn’t so good, why still giving the driver 20$ tip and also saying that you like it? It would also be nice if you came directly to our company complaining, so we could see together if you were on the right tour!! For what you were expecting either way, we wish you a nice day and hope you may find the tour you like or were looking for!!

Nature trip

Walter_O, Mar 2023

Seeing the turtles. Beach is a bit difficult accessibility. Small group (6 guests) . No markings on the vehicle.

Response from Host, Mar 2023

Dear Walter. Thank you for your review. We are a little disappointed for giving us 3 stars. The 3 stars is based on a beach and because the vehicle has no brand, and not because of the service we give. Unfortunately, we don't make the sea, there is also different ways to get into the sea. When we have small group, you will received a small minibus! This minibuses are taxi drivers/ tour guide who’s been working 8 years with us. They always have the company logo when picking up at the port and it is always in their car when picking up at the hotels, which you can always asked for, if you aren’t sure! But thanks to his point of view, we will see what we can do for the future! Hoping that despite your lack of point in what we have no control over, you have had a fantastic day with your guide.

Great time!

Tsvetelina_K, Feb 2023

Our guide was one of a kind! She made us all feel like friends and have great time enjoying Curacao’s nature and learning a lot about the island and its people.

Response from Host, Mar 2023

Tsvetelina Thx for your review, its highly appreciated. Our motto is to let all our clients feel at home, as a family… as we always say… let them feel dushi!!

Totally a must when visiting Curaçao!

Jessica_F, Jan 2023

We had a great time! Another family came with us and they were lovely! Jaentree was the best tour guide! She’s full of knowledge and facts, very helpful and she showed us some amazing things! We definitely got to see parts of the island we may have missed, that are a MUST see!

Response from Host, Mar 2023

Hi Jessica, thx for sharing your experience!

Amazing Tour

jazzwimberly, Jan 2023

You don't want to miss put on this tour! Jaentree is an amazing tour guide...it was a perfect small tour and Jaentree made it fun, shared interesting facts and made sure we got to see the best of everything on this tour. I would highly reccommend!

Response from Host, Mar 2023

Hi jazzwimberly, thx for sharing your experience!

Love it

Paulien_S, Jan 2023

Love the nature here and this tour js a great way to see it. Even got a bit of a history lesson about the iland

Response from Host, Mar 2023

Hi Paulien, thx for sharing your experience!

A must while visiting Curaçao.

Alicia_H, Dec 2022

We had a wonderful time on this tour, I would definitely recommend for anyone visiting Curacao. She took us to some if the most beautiful spots on the island, we saw a cave, turtle beach and the most beautiful beach on the island. The opportunity to swim amongst the turtles was absolutely amazing and a once in a lifetime opportunity, we have discussed the possibility of coming back just to do it again. Dushi (guide) was amazing!!! She was very knowledgeable and told us all about the island’s history, animals, vegetation, etc. while we drove around the island. We did have a car issue on the way back to port and I was a little nervous, but she immediately found us a ride back to port as soon as we stopped the car. We had a wonderful time, by far our best tour of all the stops on our cruise.

Response from Host, Dec 2022

Thanks for your review, we are happy you guys were ok and that you love the tour. We hope to see you guys soon!!

Make time for this amazing tour.

Sharon_d, Aug 2022

All of the stops on this tour had something special. I especially liked the blowhole. We made two stops in the National park, then to the fishermens beach to swim with the turtles, to Grote Knip which is the most beautiful beach, and then to see the flamingos. Jaentree was the best tour guide I have ever met.

Fab tour, a must do in Curacao!

Sarah_B, Jun 2022

This was a great trip. There were only 7 of us in a mini bus with Jaentree, who was a lovely tour guide. She was very informative and patient, bearing in mind I got a migraine and she had to stop the bus for me to get out and walk around for a while at one point! We visited several places that we probably would not have seen on another tour, including a cave and the blowhole, where you get to witness the true strength of the sea. Beware, this is quite tricky if you have dodgy knees, like I do! We then went on to swim with turtles, which was amazing! And we finished on a lovely small, pretty beach, where we had a leisurely swim and snorkle; there were loads of fish to see and some unexpected visiting pigs! All in all, a great tour and well worth the money! Highly recommended!

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Thank you so much for your review Sarah, is much appreciated!!💙💛🤍

awesome excursion highly...

Dianne_m, Jun 2022

awesome excursion highly recommend. we saw so many things , swam with the turtles was my favorite . so much better than being in a tour bus , we received excellent service , so friendly! Would define book again !!!

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Thank you so much for your review Dianna, is much appreciated!!💙💛🤍

Intimate and Active Trip in Curacao

Anonymous, Mar 2022

We were on a seven day cruise with one day in Curacao; we booked with Viator before we left on the cruise. We met Ms. Jaentree just off the ship and set off in a small van fit for a max of six, though there were only four of us on February 24, 2022. She had a small cooler with water and soda, and the A/C was a plenty. She provided lots of info and answered my silly questions about Curacao on our way to Shete Boka National Park. Once there we walked a short distance to an overlook with wonderful vistas. We then moved into a cave to witness some pretty intense wave action. From there, we walked back to the van and drove to Boka Pistol. This is the 'best' wow factor of the trip IMO. There is a platform where you can see the action up close. Ms. Jaentree patiently took pictures of us with the 'pistol' shot waves behind us. Plenty of time to take it all in. All the while she pointed out local birds, iguanas etc. There are restrooms available before you leave. After this, we made our way to the turtle beach. It is crowded, but we found our way in and were able to see lots of turtles. (We had our own snorkel gear - there are locals renting gear as well). We then drove to a fantastic beach - Grote Knip. We purchased a yummy, locally made sandwich wrap from a nice lady just off the parking area, then found a spot on the sand and enjoyed the ocean for a bit. After an hour or so, we started heading back and made a stop where flamingoes often 'hang out.' We spotted several! Overall this a unique trip with interesting sites, and our driver/guide was excellent. Note there are many parts where you are largely on your own - the turtles for example, you have to get in the water and figure it out (not hard). Same with the beach - she'll drop you off and you can fill your time as you please. I would book another trip with Ms. Jaentree!

Response from Host, Nov 2022

Thank you so much for your review, we appreciated💙💛🤍