The fastest boat trip to Klein Curaçao
The most thrilling way to get to Klein Curaçao. The Powerboat is a fast RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat) with hundreds of horsepower that takes you to the uninhabited island in about 45 minutes. Because you skim over the waves, you’ll hardly get seasick. Check-in isn’t until 9:45 AM, you get 4.5+ hours on Curaçao’s whitest beach, and you’re back by 4:00 PM. Sleep in, get your adrenaline fix and enjoy a whole afternoon on the beach.
- WhatFast RIB boat to Klein Curaçao
- DepartureSurfspot Curaçao, Caracas Bay
- WhenMon, Wed, Thu and Sat, 9:45 AM to 4:00 PM
- Crossing± 45 minutes each way
- IncludedBBQ lunch and unlimited drinks
- PriceUS$ 169 p.p. (13+)
Klein Curaçao by Powerboat in photos
In short
- Day trip to Klein Curaçao on the Powerboat, a fast RIB boat. You’re on the island in about 45 minutes, and thanks to the speed you’ll hardly get seasick.
- 4.5+ hours on Klein Curaçao: Curaçao’s whitest beach, the lighthouse, shipwrecks and sea turtles.
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, check-in at 9:45 AM at Surfspot Curaçao in Caracas Bay, back at 4:00 PM. BBQ lunch, unlimited drinks and snorkel gear included.
- US$ 169 p.p. from age 13, children 6–12 US$ 135. Recommended from age 6; not suitable during pregnancy or with back or neck problems.
Booking Klein Curaçao by Powerboat is easy
- Choose your dayPick a Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Saturday and the number of adults and children.
- Pay the depositOnline you only pay US$ 33 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.
Limited spots, books up fast
There’s room for a maximum of 18 guests per boat, and in high season the popular days fill up quickly. Know your travel dates? Secure your spot now: you only pay US$ 33 per person and cancel free of charge up to 72 hours before.
Why take the Powerboat to Klein Curaçao?
Fastest boat to Klein Curaçao
You’re there in about 45 minutes, while other boats can take up to two hours. More beach time for you.
Hardly any seasickness
Thanks to the speed you skim over the waves instead of bobbing on them. The best choice if you get seasick easily.
Easy start, easy finish
Check-in isn’t until 9:45 AM and you’re back by 4:00 PM. Sleep in and enjoy a relaxed breakfast.
Adrenaline guaranteed
A ride on the Powerboat is like a roller coaster without the loops. Buckle up and go!
Your day with the Powerboat
- 9:45 AM – Check in at Surfspot CuraçaoIn Caracas Bay, just ‘behind’ the fishermen’s harbor. There’s plenty of free parking.
- 10:00 AM – Off to Klein CuraçaoBuckle up and head out to sea at high speed. The way out is against wind and waves: thrilling, and you will get wet.
- ± 10:45 AM – Arrival on Klein CuraçaoExplore the island, walk to the lighthouse and the shipwrecks, or laze on the white beach and snorkel in the clear water.
- Early afternoon – BBQ lunchThe crew grills a fresh BBQ lunch at the Powerboat’s beach hut, including chicken and beef tenderloin, pasta salad and garlic bread. The cooler with drinks is there all day.
- After lunch – Turtle spottingNow you have the best chance of seeing sea turtles around the boats: they love the lunch leftovers.
- 3:00 PM – Back to CuraçaoAt 3:00 PM you’re expected back at the boat. With wind and waves behind you the ride back is smoother, and by 4:00 PM you’re back in Caracas Bay.
Price of Klein Curaçao by Powerboat
| Ticket | Price |
|---|---|
| Age 13 and upBoat trip, BBQ lunch, drinks and snorkel gear | US$ 169 p.p. |
| Children 6–12With lunch and drinks | US$ 135 p.p. |
| Age 5 or youngerOnly by arrangement, see ‘Good to know’ | Ask us |
- When booking you only pay a deposit: US$ 33 p.p. from age 13 and US$ 26 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 to Klein Curaçao right for you?
Perfect if you…
- get seasick easily on a regular boat
- love speed and a bit of adrenaline
- don’t want to be out all day, but do want lots of beach time
- want to experience Klein Curaçao with a small group
Less suitable if you…
- are pregnant (you can’t join)
- have back, neck or other physical problems
- use a wheelchair
- want to lie in the shade all day: shade is limited on the island
Included
- Boat trip to Klein Curaçao and back (± 6 hours)
- Fresh BBQ lunch (dietary needs on request)
- Unlimited drinks: soft drinks, water, beer and wine
- Use of the Powerboat’s beach hut
- Snorkel gear on loan
Not included
- Pickup from your accommodation (we’re happy to arrange a taxi)
- Sunbeds or umbrellas on the beach
- Tip for the crew (of course optional)
Departure point & parking
You leave from Surfspot Curaçao in Caracas Bay, just ‘behind’ the fishermen’s harbor. Check-in is at 9:45 AM. There’s plenty of free parking. The Powerboat doesn’t pick you up from your accommodation, but we’re happy to arrange a taxi for you.
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.
- The way out can be bumpy: you head into wind and waves and you will get wet. Move with the boat. The way back is a lot smoother.
- 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’re not afraid of speed, with permission from and accompanied by a parent. Please check with us first.
- Little shade: apart from the Powerboat’s beach hut there’s hardly any shade on Klein Curaçao. Bring a UV shirt and a cap.
- No signal: there’s no phone coverage on Klein Curaçao.
- 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.
- Bad weather or too few guests: on average about 3 times a year the Powerboat can’t go to Klein Curaçao because of the weather. You then get an alternative program around Curaçao; a refund isn’t possible in that case. With fewer than 6 guests the trip may also be cancelled; you’ll hear no later than 24 hours in advance, with an alternative. Rain is not a reason to cancel free of charge.
- 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. Your belongings are stored waterproof on board.
- Reef-safe sunscreen, a cap and a UV shirt: shade is scarce on the island.
- Heading to the lighthouse and wrecks? Go in the morning, before it gets too hot.
- Get in the water after lunch: that’s when the sea turtles swim around the boats. Don’t touch them and give them space.
- Phone for photos: there’s no signal, but your photos and videos will be stunning.
- Very prone to seasickness? With the Powerboat you’ll almost certainly be fine. Want to be extra sure? Read our tips against seasickness.
Operated by Powerboat Caribbean
This trip is operated by Powerboat Caribbean, the local company of Tamara Blonk and Irvin de Jongh. They run fast RIB boats, including the 900 hp Flying Dutch II, and keep it small-scale: a maximum of 18 guests per boat.
Klein Curaçao is their most popular tour. The captains and crew speak English, Dutch, Spanish and Papiamentu, and cook the BBQ lunch on the island themselves.
- Fastest boat to Klein Curaçao
- Small groups, max. 18 guests per boat
- Experienced captain and crew
What the Powerboat to Klein Curaçao feels like
What guests say about Klein Curaçao by Powerboat
Our guests mainly mention the speed, the tasty BBQ and the fun crew. And that, to their own surprise, they didn’t get seasick. Read all 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 Klein Curaçao by Powerboat
Choose your day 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 Klein Curaçao by Powerboat
How long does the Powerboat take to Klein Curaçao?
About 45 minutes. You leave Caracas Bay at 10:00 AM and arrive on Klein Curaçao around 10:45 AM. At 3:00 PM you head back, and by 4:00 PM you’re back on Curaçao.
On which days does the Powerboat go to Klein Curaçao?
On Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. You check in at 9:45 AM at Surfspot Curaçao in Caracas Bay.
How much is Klein Curaçao by Powerboat?
Through NaarCuracao the trip costs US$ 169 per person from age 13 and US$ 135 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. The way out can be quite bumpy though, as you head into wind and waves.
Is there shade on Klein Curaçao?
Limited. The Powerboat has its own beach hut where lunch is served, but otherwise there’s little shade on the island. Bring a UV shirt, a cap and good sunscreen.
Is this trip suitable for cruise passengers?
Only if your ship stays until well after 4:00 PM. You check in at 9:45 AM in Caracas Bay, about 20 minutes by taxi from the cruise terminal, and you’re back at 4:00 PM.
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’re not afraid of speed, with permission from and accompanied by a parent. 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.
Buckle up!
From Caracas Bay to Curaçao’s whitest beach in 45 minutes.
