Blue Room, sea turtles and Kokomo in one fast day trip
Beach hopping along Curaçao’s most beautiful spots, with a shot of adrenaline. The Powerboat is a fast RIB boat that blasts across the water at around 60 mph (100 km/h). You make three stops: snorkeling into the Blue Room cave, swimming among sea turtles at Playa Piskado and relaxing in the cove at Kokomo. With a BBQ lunch and drinks on board. No wonder more and more guests call this the best boat trip on Curaçao.
- WhatBeach hopping on a fast RIB boat
- BoardingCaracas Bay, MOOD Beach, Pietermaai or Marriott
- WhenEvery Wednesday, ± 9:45 AM to 4:00 PM
- StopsBlue Room, Playa Piskado and Kokomo
- IncludedBBQ lunch and unlimited drinks
- PriceUS$ 185 p.p. (13+)
The West Coast trip in photos
In short
- Day trip along the west coast on the Powerboat, a fast RIB boat that skims across the water at around 60 mph. Thanks to the speed you’ll hardly get seasick.
- Three fixed stops: snorkeling with sea turtles at Playa Piskado (guaranteed), the Blue Room cave and the cove at Kokomo.
- Every Wednesday from ± 9:45 AM to 4:00 PM, boarding at Caracas Bay, MOOD Beach, Pietermaai or the Marriott. Includes BBQ lunch, unlimited drinks and snorkel gear.
- US$ 185 p.p. from age 13, children 6–12 US$ 155. Recommended from age 6; not suitable during pregnancy or with back or neck problems.
Booking the West Coast trip is easy
- Choose your WednesdayPick your date, boarding point and the number of adults and children.
- Pay the depositOnline you only pay US$ 36 per person now; that secures your spot.
- Get your confirmationBy email, and we’re happy to help you personally via WhatsApp.
- Pay the balance onlineYou’ll receive a payment link; pay no later than 24 hours in advance.
Only once a week
The Powerboat’s West Coast trip only runs on Wednesdays, with a maximum of 18 guests per boat, so it fills up fast in high season. Know your travel dates? Secure your spot now: you only pay US$ 36 per person and cancel free of charge up to 72 hours before.
Why the Powerboat is such a great trip
Adrenaline on the water
The big engines blast the boat across the water at around 60 mph. Hold on tight!
Hardly any seasickness
Thanks to the speed you skim over the waves instead of bobbing on them. Ideal if you get seasick easily.
The whole coast in one day
Mambo Beach, Punda, St. Anna Bay and the rugged west coast: you see all the hotspots from the water.
Sea turtles guaranteed
At Playa Piskado sea turtles swim around all day. Powerboat Caribbean even gives a 100% guarantee.
Your day with the Powerboat
- Boarding between 9:45 and 10:30 AMAt Surfspot Curaçao in Caracas Bay (9:45), MOOD Beach (10:00), the Marichi pier in Pietermaai (10:15) or the Marriott Beach Resort (10:30). Then you’re off right away.
- Past Willemstad and the west coastYou speed past Mambo Beach, Punda and St. Anna Bay, then along villas, beaches and the hills of Banda Abou.
- Playa Piskado + BBQ lunchFishermen clean their catch here, so sea turtles visit all day. You snorkel among the turtles while the crew prepares the BBQ lunch.
- Blue RoomSnorkel into the Blue Room, a cave only reachable from the sea and bathed in blue light. Sometimes you briefly dive under; the crew always comes along.
- Heading back: into the wavesNow the real fun begins: with wind and waves against you, this is the most thrilling part of the day. Move with the boat!
- Kokomo, then homeA last stop near Kokomo Beach, with gorgeous water, fish and coral. Around 4:00 PM you’re back at your boarding point.
Price of the West Coast trip with the Powerboat
| Ticket | Price |
|---|---|
| Age 13 and upBoat trip, BBQ lunch, drinks and snorkel gear | US$ 185 p.p. |
| Children 6–12With lunch and drinks | US$ 155 p.p. |
| Age 5 or youngerOnly by arrangement, see ‘Good to know’ | Ask us |
- When booking you only pay a deposit: US$ 36 p.p. from age 13 and US$ 31 per child aged 6–12.
- You pay the balance online via a payment link, no later than 24 hours before departure. Paying at check-in is not possible.
- No booking or reservation fees.
Is the Powerboat right for you?
Perfect if you…
- love speed and a bit of adrenaline
- want to see the best spots of the west coast in one day
- get seasick easily on a regular boat
- want an exciting day with (older) children
- are a cruise passenger: you board close to the cruise terminal
Less suitable if you…
- are pregnant (you can’t join)
- have back, neck or other physical problems
- use a wheelchair
- are looking for a quiet trip with lots of time on one beach
Included
- Day trip along the west coast to Westpunt and back
- Trip on the fast Powerboat
- BBQ lunch (vegetarian on request)
- Unlimited drinks: soft drinks, water, beer, wine and seltzers
- Snorkel gear on loan
- Guidance in the Blue Room
Not included
- Hotel pickup (four boarding points instead)
- Underwater camera
- Tip for the crew (of course optional)
Boarding points & parking
The Powerboat picks you up along the coast: Surfspot Curaçao in Caracas Bay (9:45 AM), MOOD Beach next to Mambo Beach (10:00 AM), the Marichi pier in Pietermaai, close to the cruise terminal (10:15 AM), or the Marriott Beach Resort (10:30 AM). Staying at Sandals Royal Curaçao? Then you board there (10:00 AM). Coming by rental car? Surfspot Curaçao and MOOD Beach have free parking.
Good to know
- Not suitable during pregnancy, with back, neck or other physical problems, and not wheelchair accessible. You ride at your own risk and sign a waiver.
- Recommended from age 6: you must be able to stay seated and hold on by yourself. Children aged 5 or younger can only join if they truly can, and with explicit parental consent. Please check with us first.
- Blue Room: sometimes you briefly have to go under (about 3 ft) to get into the cave. If the sea is too rough, you get another snorkel stop instead.
- You don’t need to be able to swim, but please mention it when booking so the crew can keep an extra eye on you.
- On the way back you head into wind and waves. Move with the boat to protect your back and neck.
- No eating or drinking while the boat is moving; you do that during the stops.
- Bad weather or too few guests: if the sea is too rough or there are fewer than 6 guests, the captain may cancel the trip. You’ll hear no later than 24 hours in advance, and you’ll be offered an alternative.
- Balance online: you’ll receive a payment link; pay no later than 24 hours before departure. If it isn’t paid in time, the booking may be cancelled without refund of the deposit.
- Cancellation: free of charge up to 72 hours before departure. If you cancel later but still 24 hours or more in advance, you get 50% back. Within 24 hours of departure or in case of a no-show, there is no refund. These are Powerboat Caribbean’s own terms: with max. 18 guests per boat, every cancellation counts.
What to bring & Mark’s tips
- Sporty clothes that can get wet, with your swimwear underneath, plus a towel.
- Reef-safe sunscreen and a UV shirt: on the water you burn quickly. Go easy on spray sunscreen near the boat’s cushions.
- Waterproof phone pouch: you will get wet on the Powerboat.
- Don’t touch the turtles and give them space. Looking is fine, touching isn’t.
- Nervous about the Blue Room? Stay close to the crew; they’ll help you in and out of the cave.
- Camera ready at Kokomo: the swing in the sea is the photo spot of the day.
Operated by Powerboat Caribbean
This trip is operated by Powerboat Caribbean, the local company behind the fastest boat trips on Curaçao. They run fast RIB boats, including the 900 hp Flying Dutch II, and keep it small-scale: a maximum of 18 guests per boat.
According to Powerboat Caribbean themselves, the West Coast trip is their most exciting tour. The captains and crew speak English, Dutch, Spanish and Papiamentu, and always join you in the Blue Room.
- Fast, stable RIB boats
- Small groups, max. 18 guests per boat
- Experienced captain and crew
What guests say about the West Coast trip
Our guests mainly mention the speed, the turtles at Playa Piskado and the adventure in the Blue Room. Read their experiences at the bottom of this page.
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Why book with NaarCuracao?
- Only a deposit when you book, the balance shortly before your trip
- No booking fees and a lowest price guarantee
- Free cancellation up to 72 hours in advance
- Personal service via WhatsApp, also outside office hours
Book the West Coast trip with the Powerboat
Choose a Wednesday, your boarding point and the number of people. You only pay the deposit now; the balance follows via a payment link, no later than 24 hours before departure.
Frequently asked questions about the Powerboat West Coast trip
What time does the Powerboat West Coast trip leave?
The Powerboat runs every Wednesday. You board between 9:45 and 10:30 AM, depending on your boarding point, and you’re back around 4:00 PM. You spend about 3 hours cruising and 3 hours snorkeling and sightseeing.
Where do you board the Powerboat?
You board at Surfspot Curaçao in Caracas Bay (9:45 AM), MOOD Beach next to Mambo Beach (10:00 AM), the Marichi pier in Pietermaai (10:15 AM) or the Marriott Beach Resort (10:30 AM). Guests of Sandals Royal Curaçao board there. There is no hotel pickup.
How much is the West Coast trip with the Powerboat?
Through NaarCuracao the trip costs US$ 185 per person from age 13 and US$ 155 for children aged 6 to 12. BBQ lunch, drinks and snorkel gear are included.
Will I get seasick on the Powerboat?
Hardly. Thanks to the high speed you skim almost straight across the water, instead of bobbing up and down on the waves like on other boats.
What is the Blue Room?
The Blue Room is a cave on the west coast that can only be reached from the sea. Inside, the light glows bright blue through the water. You snorkel in, sometimes briefly under water, always with a crew member. If the sea is too rough, you get another snorkel stop.
Is the Powerboat suitable for cruise passengers?
Yes. You board at the Marichi pier in Pietermaai at 10:15 AM, close to the cruise terminal, and you’re back around 4:00 PM. Do check your ship’s all-aboard time.
What is the minimum age for the Powerboat?
The recommended minimum age is 6, because you must be able to stay seated and hold on by yourself. Younger children can only join if they truly can and with explicit parental consent. Pregnant women and people with back or neck problems cannot join.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes, up to 72 hours before departure. If you cancel later but still 24 hours or more in advance, you get 50% back. Within 24 hours of departure, or in case of a no-show, there is no refund.
Hold on tight!
Sea turtles, the Blue Room and 60 mph across the Caribbean Sea.
