SHORE EXCURSION INFORMATION
CURACAO EXCURSION AND TOUR
INFORMATION
Sea and See
PRICE: ADULT: 56.00 / CHILD: 44.00 USD
DURATION: 2 Hours 30 Minutes Approx.
This tour combines a trip on the Seaworld Explorer semi-submarine
with a City Highlights Tour to give you the best of Curacao on land
and sea. Leaving the dock, you make the scenic trip to the Seaworld
Explorer. The vessel does not submerge; you descend into the hull
of this cruising underwater observatory and sit in air-conditioned
comfort five feet below the surface of the water, as you explore sea
life through large, clear glass windows. As you embark on a
narrated tour of the coral reefs along the south side of the island,
you will notice a wall dropping sharply to depths of several hundred
feet, which you can clearly observe from your underwater viewpoint.
You see dozens of tropical fish as well as delicate colonies of coral
that were thousands of years in the making. Then watch in awe as
hungry fish that he feeds by hand right in front of your window
surrounds a diver.
Once back on land, you cross over the Queen Juliana Bridge, 200
feet above Willemstad, where you will stop for a 5 minute
photo stop with magnificent view over Punda and Otrobanda, the 2
sides of our natural harbor St Ana Bay. From there on you
continue to the Chobolobo Liquor Distillery where you can sample
some of Curacao's famous liqueurs. You will then return to
Punda where your guide points out the major landmarks like the
floating market and the synagogue. You have a choice of
being dropped in town or taken back to the ship.
Day at the Beach by Boat
PRICE: ADULT: 28.00 / CHILD: 28.00 USD
DURATION: 4 Hours Approx.
Your relaxing day at the Beach begins with a scenic boat trip from
the ship dock. As you travel along Curacao's coastline to
van der Valk Beach, you will have a great view of some of Curacao's
monuments and beautiful beaches.
Upon arrival you may relax on your complementary beach chair as
you sip your complementary beverage, take a swim, a walk,
or just sit beneath the shade of a coconut tree. A bar & restaurant as
well as restrooms are located on the beach for your
convenience.
Please Note: Participants should wear swimsuit under clothing,
sunscreen and sunglasses as well as carry a towel. One soft
drink is included upon arrival.
Tour Restrictions: Passengers have to be able to navigate steps
safely without assistance to board the transfer boat.
Ostrich Farm & Aloe Plantation
PRICE: ADULT: 48.00 / CHILD: 24.00 USD
DURATION: 3 Hours Approx.
Venture outside of the city to visit two unique farms in Curacao. First,
crossing the Queen Julia Bridge at 200 feet above sea level, take in
the spectacular view of the capital Willemstad. Heading northeast,
pass by the Franklin D. Roosevelt House, the American consulate
on the island.
Your guide points out interesting sites along the way before arriving
at the Aloe Plantation of Curaao, where a professional Aloe expert
explains the wonderful traits of, and many uses for this miracle-like
plant.
Continue on to the Ostrich Farm, the largest of its kind outside of
Africa. Following a warm reception, embark on a safari jeep
with the ostrich guide, and enjoy an opportunity to interact with the
earth's largest birds. Give a try to hand feed these birds,
while others look on and shoot their cameras at your antics.
Experience the ostrich's development from egg to adult, and
perhaps witness a little surprise emerging from an egg. Keep your
eye out for the ostrich dance, performed by a male named
Don Juan. The return drive to the ship in a southeasterly course
affords further scenic views of Curaao.
Curacao Jeep Safari
PRICE: ADULT: 76.00 / CHILD: 76.00 USD
DURATION: 3 Hours Approx.
You will be picked up at the dock and guided to the Landrover jeeps.
There you will get a briefing and safety instructions in
reference to driving in open vehicles, specifically in the wild Curacao
terrain.
After you have been seated in the vehicles you will be driven towards
the wild terrain, where your 4x4 outdoor adventure will
start. Driving through Curacao's wild nature terrain, with cacti,
divi-divi trees, and possible spotting of wara wara birds of pray,
lizards, flamingos, and wild pigs will certainly be one of the
highlights of your cruise holiday.
During a visit to the famous "Brua Cave", you will get information
about this cave's history during slavery. Now, this beautiful
cave is home to bats and very old stalactites that have formed.
A refreshing beach break, with the possibility for a nice swim, will be
held at one of Curacao's beautiful beach coves, where
you can have a cool drink and a tasty snack.
After the beach break you will enjoy a scenic drive back to the ship.
Please note: This tour is not recommended for guests with back
problems or who are pregnant. The minimum age for
participation is 6 years old.
Cat Sailing & Beach Day
PRICE: ADULT: 76.00 / CHILD: 76.00 USD
DURATION: 4 Hours Approx.
You'll be transferred to Jan Thiel Beach, where your beach chair
awaits. Enjoy the beautiful views of the Caribbean Sea, swim,
relax or just work on your tan.
This wonderful beach has facilities including a restaurant, bar,
lounge beds, scuba center and a variety of water sports. During
the day, you will sail on one of the Catamarans for approximately
one hour. Beach catamaran sailing is spectacular due to the
combination of wind, waves, speed and small size boat. Guests will
be given full instructions on how to sail themselves.
Note: Minimum age to participate is 10 years. Maximum weight limit
is 220 pounds.. Guests must be able to swim. Other
activities are available at extra cost. However, participation is at
guest's own risk and Royal Caribbean International cannot be
held responsible for guests deciding to avail themselves of such
activities. Participation in any activity is solely at the
discretion of the guest.
CU37 - UNESCO World Heritage City Walk
PRICE: ADULT: 25.00 / CHILD: 25.00 USD
DURATION: 2 Hours Approx.
After a short briefing by your guide on the tour and the route, you will
walk to the Rif Fort where the guide will explain the
history of the area. On your way to the city center of Punda, with its
world famous colored houses, you will cross the St Anna
Bay by public ferry. This will give you a unique photo and video
opportunity of the city.
At the 'handelskade' you will pass by Punda's shopping area and
your guide will inform you of its colorful history. Another of
Curacao's "must see" areas is the famous "floating market" where
merchants from Venezuela sell their fruits and vegetables.
A refreshing welcome drink will await you at the Maritime Museum
where you can see the nautical history of Curacao. At the
end of the tour you can walk back to the ship through "Punda", on
your own, while enjoying shopping and some more
sightseeing opportunities.
Note: Minimum age to participate is 12 years old.
Curacao Island by Buggy
PRICE: ADULT: 89.00 / CHILD: 89.00 USD
DURATION: 3 Hours Approx.
Put your buggy in drive, follow the guide and enjoy your ride!
You will experience a wonderful trip while driving your own dune
buggy to explore the east-coast of Curacao. The dune buggy
is fun to drive and a different way to tour the island. The best part of
the trip is that you are sitting next to one another, so you
can share the experience. The 250cc 4-stroke automatic dune
buggy drives just like an automatic vehicle.
After the pre-tour instruction and orientation, guests will be driving in
their own buggy following the guide who will also be driving a buggy.
We will drive on the road until reaching the east-coast, where we
ride to visit the Caracas Bay Island. This is a 20 minute stop, where
guests are going to visit with the guide an old fort build by the dutch
at the end of 17 th century. While at the top of the fort, guests will
receive island information about the discovery, history and culture of
Curacao. This is also a beautiful picture stop. Leaving Caracas Bay
Island, guests will drive for approximately 20 minutes to Janthiel
Beach.
Here guests will have a break of 25-30 minutes at a nice beach with
the option to swim. Rest-rooms are available, as well as drinks
and snacks can be purchased. Cash and credit cards are accepted
at this location.
Note: Proof of a valid driver's license is required. The minimum age
to drive and participate is 18 years old. Two persons per
vehicle. Persons with any physical or medical conditions should not
participate due to the nature of the tour. Expectant
mothers may not participate on this tour.
Curacao Snorkel Cruise & Sightseeing
PRICE: ADULT: 62.00 / CHILD: 62.00 USD
Your tour will depart from the pier by air conditioned bus across the
Queen Juliana Bridge, through Salinja to take you to Jan
Sofat where your snorkel vessel awaits you. Once on board, the
snorkel vessel will sail through the area of Spanish Waters to
Caracas Bay to the one of the best snorkeling sites of Curacao, The
Sunken Tugboat. As the boat dances on the waves at the
sunken tugboat site, you can swim and snorkel or, if you prefer,
simply relax on the boat. You will no doubt appreciate the
abundant marine life as you explore this area. The tugboat has
been submerged for so long that it has become encrusted with
multi-colored coral that allows great photo opportunities. After your
underwater exploration, enjoy a rum or fruit punch and
the sounds of local music as you make your scenic narrated return
sailing past the Barbara Beach, The Yacht Club, Hurricane
Hole, Gold Coast and Millionaire's Island back to the starting point
where your bus awaits. From there relax on the scenic ride
back to the ship.
Note: Snorkeling gear will be provided; remember to wear your
swimsuit under your clothing and bring sunscreen, sunglasses,
a hat, camera (underwater camera, too!), and a towel.
A soft drink, rum, or fruit punch is provided.