{"id":73469,"date":"2025-11-12T16:51:37","date_gmt":"2025-11-12T15:51:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/?post_type=tour-item&#038;p=73469"},"modified":"2026-10-22T16:00:02","modified_gmt":"2026-10-22T14:00:02","slug":"boat-rental-curacao","status":"publish","type":"tour-item","link":"https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/en\/tour-item\/boat-rental-curacao\/","title":{"rendered":"Boat rental in Cura\u00e7ao: captain your own boat, no licence needed"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!-- BLOK 1 \u2013 INTRO + KERNFEITEN -->\n<section class=\"nc-ex\" id=\"intro\">\n    <p class=\"nc-lead\">Take the wheel of a luxury boat yourself, no boating license needed. Cruise at your own pace across Spanish Water, past some of Cura\u00e7ao\u2019s most beautiful villas and its rugged nature. Drop anchor wherever you want to swim and tie up at Isla Capitano, a floating private island with sunbeds. <strong>3 hours on the water with your own group of up to 6 people: perfect for couples, families and friends.<\/strong><\/p>\n  <div class=\"nc-proof\">\n    <span class=\"nc-stars\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\n    <span><a href=\"#comments\" onclick=\"var t=null,h=document.querySelectorAll('h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6');for(var i=0;i&lt;h.length;i++){if(\/reviews?|rese(\u00f1|n)as|avalia(\u00e7|c)(\u00f5|o)es|dit vinden anderen\/i.test(h[i].textContent)&amp;&amp;!h[i].closest('.nc-ex')){t=h[i];break;}}if(!t){t=document.querySelector('#comments,.comment-list,.commentlist');}if(t){event.preventDefault();event.stopPropagation();t.style.scrollMarginTop='120px';t.scrollIntoView({behavior:'smooth',block:'start'});}return false;\">Read our guests\u2019 reviews<\/a><\/span>\n    <span>\u00b7 Two time slots a day<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"nc-facts\">\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M2 6c.6.5 1.2 1 2.5 1C7 7 7 5 9.5 5c2.6 0 2.4 2 5 2 2.5 0 2.5-2 5-2 1.3 0 1.9.5 2.5 1\"><\/path><path d=\"M2 12c.6.5 1.2 1 2.5 1 2.5 0 2.5-2 5-2 2.6 0 2.4 2 5 2 2.5 0 2.5-2 5-2 1.3 0 1.9.5 2.5 1\"><\/path><path d=\"M2 18c.6.5 1.2 1 2.5 1 2.5 0 2.5-2 5-2 2.6 0 2.4 2 5 2 2.5 0 2.5-2 5-2 1.3 0 1.9.5 2.5 1\"><\/path><\/svg><div><b>Where<\/b>On Spanish Water, the lagoon near Caracas Bay<\/div><\/li>\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"><\/circle><path d=\"M12 6v6l4 2\"><\/path><\/svg><div><b>Duration<\/b>3 hours: 10:00 am\u20131:00 pm or 2:30\u20135:30 pm, not on Fridays<\/div><\/li>\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M16 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-4-4H6a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v2\"><\/path><circle cx=\"9\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\"><\/circle><path d=\"M22 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-3-3.87M16 3.13a4 4 0 0 1 0 7.75\"><\/path><\/svg><div><b>Group<\/b>Up to 6 people per boat<\/div><\/li>\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><rect x=\"2\" y=\"5\" width=\"20\" height=\"14\" rx=\"2\"><\/rect><circle cx=\"8\" cy=\"12\" r=\"2\"><\/circle><path d=\"M13 10h5M13 14h3\"><\/path><\/svg><div><b>License<\/b>Not needed; the driver must be 21 or older<\/div><\/li>\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"4\"><\/circle><path d=\"M12 2v2M12 20v2M4.93 4.93l1.41 1.41M17.66 17.66l1.41 1.41M2 12h2M20 12h2M6.34 17.66l-1.41 1.41M19.07 4.93l-1.41 1.41\"><\/path><\/svg><div><b>Extra<\/b>Access to the private island Isla Capitano<\/div><\/li>\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M2 9a3 3 0 0 1 0 6v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h16a2 2 0 0 0 2-2v-2a3 3 0 0 1 0-6V7a2 2 0 0 0-2-2H4a2 2 0 0 0-2 2Z\"><\/path><path d=\"M13 5v2M13 17v2M13 11v2\"><\/path><\/svg><div><b>Price<\/b>US$ 229 per boat, fuel included<\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n  <span class=\"nc-btn-sub\">Only a US$ 34 deposit when you book \u00b7 free changes up to 48 hours in advance \u00b7 <a href=\"#boeken\">book your boat<\/a><\/span>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-naarcuracao-photo-gallery\"><div id=\"image-slider\" class=\"splide\"><div class=\"splide__track\"><ul class=\"splide__list\"><li class=\"splide__slide\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Sloep-huren-curacao-varen-800x450-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 800px; 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--smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 800\/450;\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sloep-huren-curacao-schaduwdak-800x450-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sloep-huren-curacao-schaduwdak-800x450-1-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sloep-huren-curacao-schaduwdak-800x450-1-533x300.jpg 533w, https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sloep-huren-curacao-schaduwdak-800x450-1-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sloep-huren-curacao-schaduwdak-800x450-1-768x432.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<!-- BLOK 2 \u2013 IN HET KORT -->\n<section class=\"nc-ex\" id=\"in-het-kort\">\n  <div class=\"nc-kort\">\n    <h3>In short<\/h3>\n    <ul class=\"nc-list ok\">\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span>Drive a luxury boat yourself on <strong>Spanish Water<\/strong>, with <strong>no boating license<\/strong> needed; the driver must be 21 or older.<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span>3 hours on the water with <strong>up to 6 people<\/strong>, including fuel, cooler, Bluetooth speaker and access to <strong>Isla Capitano<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span>US$ 229 per boat. Pay a US$ 34 deposit when you book; the balance is paid online no later than 24 hours before your trip.<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span>Security deposit of US$350 at check-in. Free changes or cancellation up to 48 hours in advance.<\/span><\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- BLOK 3A \u2013 ZO BOEK JE + URGENTIE -->\n<section class=\"nc-ex\" id=\"zo-boek-je\">\n  <h2>Booking your boat is easy<\/h2>\n  <ol class=\"nc-steps\">\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"4\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" rx=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M16 2v4M8 2v4M3 10h18\"\/><\/svg><strong>Pick your day and time slot<\/strong><span>10:00 am to 1:00 pm or 2:30 to 5:30 pm (not on Fridays), for up to 6 people.<\/span><\/li>\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><rect x=\"2\" y=\"5\" width=\"20\" height=\"14\" rx=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M2 10h20\"\/><\/svg><strong>Pay the deposit<\/strong><span>You only pay US$ 34 per boat online, and your boat is reserved.<\/span><\/li>\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><rect x=\"2\" y=\"4\" width=\"20\" height=\"16\" rx=\"2\"\/><path d=\"m22 7-10 6L2 7\"\/><\/svg><strong>Get your confirmation<\/strong><span>You&rsquo;ll receive a confirmation email right away with all the details.<\/span><\/li>\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><rect x=\"2\" y=\"6\" width=\"20\" height=\"12\" rx=\"2\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M6 12h.01M18 12h.01\"\/><\/svg><strong>Pay the balance online<\/strong><span>No later than 24 hours before your trip, via a payment request from us.<\/span><\/li>\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M2 21c.6.5 1.2 1 2.5 1 2.5 0 2.5-2 5-2 1.3 0 1.9.5 2.5 1 .6.5 1.2 1 2.5 1 2.5 0 2.5-2 5-2 1.3 0 1.9.5 2.5 1\"\/><path d=\"M19.38 20A11.6 11.6 0 0 0 21 14l-9-4-9 4c0 2.9.94 5.34 2.81 7.76\"\/><path d=\"M19 13V7a2 2 0 0 0-2-2H7a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v6\"\/><path d=\"M12 10v4M12 2v3\"\/><\/svg><strong>Check in and set sail!<\/strong><span>Pay the security deposit, sign the waiver, get your briefing and you&rsquo;re the captain.<\/span><\/li>\n  <\/ol>\n  <div class=\"nc-ahead\"><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M10.3 3.9 1.8 18a2 2 0 0 0 1.7 3h17a2 2 0 0 0 1.7-3L13.7 3.9a2 2 0 0 0-3.4 0z\"\/><path d=\"M12 9v4M12 17h.01\"\/><\/svg><div><h3>Only two time slots a day<\/h3><p>You head out in the morning or the afternoon, 6 days a week, and the number of boats per time slot is limited. In high season and around the holidays, boats are often booked well in advance. Know when you want to go? Lock in your boat right away.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- BLOK 3 \u2013 PRIJS, TIJDEN EN LOCATIE. Prijs en aanbetaling komen uit de plugin Excursieprijzen (id 'sloep-usd'). -->\n<section class=\"nc-ex\" id=\"prijzen\">\n  <h2>Price, times and location<\/h2>\n  <div class=\"nc-2col\">\n    <div class=\"nc-box\">\n      <h3>How much does it cost?<\/h3>\n      <p class=\"nc-price\">US$ 229 <small>per boat &middot; up to 6 people &middot; 3 hours on the water<\/small><\/p>\n      <ul class=\"nc-list ok\">\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span>Pay a US$ 34 deposit when you book.<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span>Pay the balance no later than 24 hours before, via an online payment request.<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span>At check-in you pay a security deposit of US$350 (or Cg 650 or &euro;350), by credit card or cash.<\/span><\/li>\n      <\/ul>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"nc-box\">\n      <h3>When and where?<\/h3>\n      <ul class=\"nc-list ok\">\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span><strong>Times:<\/strong> 10:00 am&ndash;1:00 pm or 2:30&ndash;5:30 pm, 6 days a week (not on Fridays).<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span><strong>Check-in:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/5LbrVrnF1H1JfCfV6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">on the Caracas Bay side<\/a> of Spanish Water, at The Village Marina, right next to the roundabout at the end of Caracasbaaiweg (on the left side of the road).<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span><strong>Parking:<\/strong> free, close to the dock.<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span><strong>Getting there:<\/strong> there&rsquo;s no hotel pickup. On request we can arrange a taxi for you, at an extra cost.<\/span><\/li>\n      <\/ul>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- BLOK 4 \u2013 UITGEVOERD DOOR EL CAPITANO -->\n<section class=\"nc-ex nc-art\" id=\"el-capitano\">\n  <h2>Operated by El Capitano<\/h2>\n  <div class=\"nc-2col\">\n    <div>\n  <figure style=\"margin:0 0 1.4em\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sloep-huren-curacao-spaanse-water-vlot-800x450-1.jpg\" alt=\"El Capitano boat at the floating island Isla Capitano on Spanish Water, Cura\u00e7ao\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 800px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 800\/450;width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:14px\" title=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sloep-huren-curacao-spaanse-water-vlot-800x450-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sloep-huren-curacao-spaanse-water-vlot-800x450-1-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sloep-huren-curacao-spaanse-water-vlot-800x450-1-533x300.jpg 533w, https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sloep-huren-curacao-spaanse-water-vlot-800x450-1-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sloep-huren-curacao-spaanse-water-vlot-800x450-1-768x432.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"><\/figure>\n    <\/div>\n    <div>\n      <p>El Capitano rents out luxury boats on Spanish Water with one goal: <strong>everyone should be able to enjoy the freedom of the water, even without a boating license.<\/strong> The boats are stylish, comfortable and fully equipped, from a sunshade roof to a swim ladder.<\/p>\n      <p>You drive yourself, but you&rsquo;re never on your own. An escort boat is always nearby, you have radio contact with the crew and the team is trained in first aid. In their reviews, guests mostly mention the friendly, helpful crew, the clear instructions and the private floating island.<\/p>\n      <p><a href=\"\/tour-operators\/el-capitano-curacao\/\">More about El Capitano<\/a><\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"nc-cards\">\n    <div class=\"nc-card\"><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><rect x=\"2\" y=\"5\" width=\"20\" height=\"14\" rx=\"2\"\/><circle cx=\"8\" cy=\"12\" r=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M13 10h5M13 14h3\"\/><\/svg>\n      <div><h3>No license needed<\/h3><p>A short briefing and a navigation map, and you&rsquo;re ready to go. Even if you&rsquo;ve never been behind the wheel of a boat.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n    <div class=\"nc-card\"><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"4\"\/><path d=\"M12 2v2M12 20v2M4.93 4.93l1.41 1.41M17.66 17.66l1.41 1.41M2 12h2M20 12h2M6.34 17.66l-1.41 1.41M19.07 4.93l-1.41 1.41\"\/><\/svg>\n      <div><h3>Isla Capitano<\/h3><p>A floating private island with sunbeds, a picnic table and shade, exclusively for El Capitano guests.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n    <div class=\"nc-card\"><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 18V5l12-2v13\"\/><circle cx=\"6\" cy=\"18\" r=\"3\"\/><circle cx=\"18\" cy=\"16\" r=\"3\"\/><\/svg>\n      <div><h3>Everything on board<\/h3><p>Cooler, Bluetooth speaker, sunshade roof, sun deck, swim ladder and a full tank.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n    <div class=\"nc-card\"><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"\/><path d=\"m9 12 2 2 4-4\"\/><\/svg>\n      <div><h3>Safety first<\/h3><p>Life jackets, marine radio, GPS tracker, speed limiter and an escort boat nearby.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- BLOK 5 \u2013 ZO VERLOOPT HET -->\n<section class=\"nc-ex\" id=\"verloop\">\n  <h2>How your boat trip on Spanish Water works<\/h2>\n  <ol class=\"nc-route\">\n    <li><span class=\"nc-dot\"><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><rect x=\"2\" y=\"5\" width=\"20\" height=\"14\" rx=\"2\"\/><circle cx=\"8\" cy=\"12\" r=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M13 10h5M13 14h3\"\/><\/svg><\/span>\n      <strong>Check in at the marina<\/strong><span>Pay the security deposit, show your ID and sign the waiver.<\/span><\/li>\n    <li><span class=\"nc-dot\"><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M14.1 6.3 9.9 4.2a2 2 0 0 0-1.8 0L3.6 6.4A1 1 0 0 0 3 7.3v12.2a1 1 0 0 0 1.4.9l3.7-1.8a2 2 0 0 1 1.8 0l4.2 2.1a2 2 0 0 0 1.8 0l4.5-2.2a1 1 0 0 0 .6-.9V5.5a1 1 0 0 0-1.4-.9l-3.7 1.8a2 2 0 0 1-1.8 0z\"\/><path d=\"M15 5.8v15M9 3.2v15\"\/><\/svg><\/span>\n      <strong>Briefing and navigation map<\/strong><span>You get a safety briefing and instructions on how to drive the boat, in English or Dutch.<\/span><\/li>\n    <li><span class=\"nc-dot\"><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M2 21c.6.5 1.2 1 2.5 1 2.5 0 2.5-2 5-2 1.3 0 1.9.5 2.5 1 .6.5 1.2 1 2.5 1 2.5 0 2.5-2 5-2 1.3 0 1.9.5 2.5 1\"\/><path d=\"M19.38 20A11.6 11.6 0 0 0 21 14l-9-4-9 4c0 2.9.94 5.34 2.81 7.76\"\/><path d=\"M19 13V7a2 2 0 0 0-2-2H7a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v6\"\/><path d=\"M12 10v4M12 2v3\"\/><\/svg><\/span>\n      <strong>You&rsquo;re at the wheel<\/strong><span>The boat goes up to 15 km\/h (about 9 mph) and is easy to handle. You choose your own route through the lagoon.<\/span><\/li>\n    <li><span class=\"nc-dot\"><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"5\" r=\"3\"\/><path d=\"M12 22V8M5 12H2a10 10 0 0 0 20 0h-3\"\/><\/svg><\/span>\n      <strong>Swim or chill on Isla Capitano<\/strong><span>Drop anchor for a swim, or tie up at the private island with sunbeds.<\/span><\/li>\n    <li><span class=\"nc-dot\"><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><path d=\"M8 14s1.5 2 4 2 4-2 4-2M9 9h.01M15 9h.01\"\/><\/svg><\/span>\n      <strong>Back to the marina<\/strong><span>After 3 hours you return the boat. Dushi!<\/span><\/li>\n  <\/ol>\n  <p>Spanish Water is lined with some of Cura\u00e7ao&rsquo;s most beautiful villas, alternating with rugged, wild nature. Cruise around the lagoon, discover quiet bays and enjoy the view of the Tafelberg. With 3 people or fewer on board, you&rsquo;ll have the sun deck all to yourselves.<\/p>\n  <h3>Isla Capitano: your own island for a while<\/h3>\n  <p>Want to get off the boat for a bit? Tie up at Isla Capitano, El Capitano&rsquo;s floating private island, with sunbeds, a picnic table and shade. Only El Capitano guests are allowed here. Pure bliss!<\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- BLOK 6 \u2013 INBEGREPEN \/ ZELF MEENEMEN -->\n<section class=\"nc-ex\" id=\"inbegrepen\">\n  <div class=\"nc-2col\">\n    <div class=\"nc-box\">\n      <h3>Included<\/h3>\n      <ul class=\"nc-list ok\">\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span>3 hours of boating, you drive yourself<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span>Boating instructions and navigation map<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span>Anchor, full tank of fuel and safety equipment<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span>Folding sunshade roof, swim ladder and sun deck (with up to 3 people)<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span>Cooler and Bluetooth speaker<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span>Access to Isla Capitano<\/span><\/li>\n      <\/ul>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"nc-box\">\n      <h3>What to bring<\/h3>\n      <ul class=\"nc-list ok\">\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span>ID (passport or driver&rsquo;s license) for the driver<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span>Sunscreen (SPF 50), sunglasses and a hat or cap<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span>Swimwear (wear it under your clothes) and a beach towel<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span>Food, drinks and ice for the cooler; above all, plenty of water<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span>Your own snorkel gear, if you like<\/span><\/li>\n      <\/ul>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <p class=\"nc-small\">Extras such as an underwater scooter, snorkel sets or a fishing rod can be rented from El Capitano. Ask about them when you book.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- BLOK 7 \u2013 GOED OM TE WETEN -->\n<section class=\"nc-ex\" id=\"voorwaarden\">\n  <div class=\"nc-warn\">\n    <h3><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M10.3 3.9 1.8 18a2 2 0 0 0 1.7 3h17a2 2 0 0 0 1.7-3L13.7 3.9a2 2 0 0 0-3.4 0z\"\/><path d=\"M12 9v4M12 17h.01\"\/><\/svg>Good to know<\/h3>\n    <ul>\n      <li><strong>21 or older<\/strong> to drive the boat. If in doubt, you&rsquo;ll be asked for ID at check-in.<\/li>\n      <li><strong>Maximum 6 people<\/strong> per boat, including children and babies. This is set by regulations and insurance, so there are no exceptions.<\/li>\n      <li><strong>Spanish Water only.<\/strong> Going out to open sea is not allowed; the risk of capsizing in the waves is too high.<\/li>\n      <li><strong>Children:<\/strong> emergency life vests for all ages are on board, but they&rsquo;re not swim vests. If your child can&rsquo;t swim yet, bring your own swim vest.<\/li>\n      <li><strong>Someone must always stay on board<\/strong>, even at anchor. Pets are not allowed.<\/li>\n      <li>At check-in you sign a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/El_Capitano_Captain_Waiver-2025-10.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">waiver<\/a> and pay the US$350 security deposit.<\/li>\n      <li><strong>Bad weather?<\/strong> In case of strong winds, heavy rain or thunderstorms, your trip will be rescheduled if possible.<\/li>\n      <li>Free changes or cancellation up to 48 hours before your booked date; after that, charges may apply.<\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- BLOK 8 \u2013 TIPS -->\n<section class=\"nc-ex\" id=\"tips\">\n  <h2>Mark&rsquo;s tips<\/h2>\n  <ul class=\"nc-list tip\">\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M19 14c1.5-1.5 3-3.2 3-5.5A5.5 5.5 0 0 0 16.5 3c-1.8 0-3 .5-4.5 2-1.5-1.5-2.7-2-4.5-2A5.5 5.5 0 0 0 2 8.5c0 2.3 1.5 4 3 5.5l7 7Z\"\/><\/svg><span><strong>Bring ice<\/strong> for the cooler. A bag of ice from the supermarket keeps your drinks cold the whole trip.<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M2 6c.6.5 1.2 1 2.5 1C7 7 7 5 9.5 5c2.6 0 2.4 2 5 2 2.5 0 2.5-2 5-2 1.3 0 1.9.5 2.5 1\"\/><path d=\"M2 12c.6.5 1.2 1 2.5 1 2.5 0 2.5-2 5-2 2.6 0 2.4 2 5 2 2.5 0 2.5-2 5-2 1.3 0 1.9.5 2.5 1\"\/><path d=\"M2 18c.6.5 1.2 1 2.5 1 2.5 0 2.5-2 5-2 2.6 0 2.4 2 5 2 2.5 0 2.5-2 5-2 1.3 0 1.9.5 2.5 1\"\/><\/svg><span><strong>Wear your swimsuit from your hotel.<\/strong> Then you can jump straight in at your first swim stop.<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M16 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-4-4H6a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v2\"\/><circle cx=\"9\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\"\/><path d=\"M22 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-3-3.87M16 3.13a4 4 0 0 1 0 7.75\"\/><\/svg><span><strong>More than 6 people?<\/strong> Rent two or more boats at the same time and cruise together. Great for a family trip or a group of friends.<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"4\"\/><path d=\"M12 2v2M12 20v2M4.93 4.93l1.41 1.41M17.66 17.66l1.41 1.41M2 12h2M20 12h2M6.34 17.66l-1.41 1.41M19.07 4.93l-1.41 1.41\"\/><\/svg><span><strong>Use plenty of sunscreen.<\/strong> You feel the sun less on the water, but it still burns. Even under the sunshade.<\/span><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Rent Your Own Boat for 6 persons in Cura\u00e7ao | No License Needed | El Capitano Cura\u00e7ao\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a1C7gqhZauc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"0\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<!-- BLOK 9 \u2013 ERVARINGEN + WAAROM NAARCURACAO -->\n<section class=\"nc-ex\" id=\"ervaringen\">\n  <h2>What guests say about the boat rental<\/h2>\n  <p>Guests rave most about the freedom of driving their own boat, the friendly crew and El Capitano&rsquo;s private floating island. Read our guests&rsquo; experiences at the bottom of this page.<\/p>\n  <p class=\"nc-revlinks\"><a href=\"#comments\" onclick=\"var t=null,h=document.querySelectorAll('h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6');for(var i=0;i<h.length;i++){if(\/reviews?|rese(\u00f1|n)as|avalia(\u00e7|c)(\u00f5|o)es|dit vinden anderen\/i.test(h[i].textContent)&#038;&#038;!h[i].closest('.nc-ex')){t=h[i];break;}}if(!t){t=document.querySelector('#comments,.comment-list,.commentlist');}if(t){event.preventDefault();event.stopPropagation();t.style.scrollMarginTop='120px';t.scrollIntoView({behavior:'smooth',block:'start'});}return false;\">Read all reviews &raquo;<\/a><a href=\"#respond\" onclick=\"var t=null,h=document.querySelectorAll('h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6');for(var i=0;i<h.length;i++){if(\/schrijf een review|write a review|escreva|escribe\/i.test(h[i].textContent)&#038;&#038;!h[i].closest('.nc-ex')){t=h[i];break;}}if(!t){t=document.querySelector('#respond,#reply-title,#commentform,.comment-respond');}if(t){event.preventDefault();event.stopPropagation();t.style.scrollMarginTop='120px';t.scrollIntoView({behavior:'smooth',block:'start'});}return false;\">Write a review &raquo;<\/a><\/p>\n\n  <h3>Why book with NaarCuracao?<\/h3>\n  <ul class=\"nc-trust\">\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><rect x=\"2\" y=\"5\" width=\"20\" height=\"14\" rx=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M2 10h20\"\/><\/svg><span><strong>Only a deposit when you book<\/strong>, the balance just before your trip<\/span><\/li>\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20.6 13.4 13.4 20.6a2 2 0 0 1-2.8 0L2 12V2h10l8.6 8.6a2 2 0 0 1 0 2.8Z\"\/><circle cx=\"7\" cy=\"7\" r=\"1.5\"\/><\/svg><span><strong>No booking fees<\/strong> and a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/laagste-prijs-garantie-excursies\/\">lowest price guarantee<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"m12 2 3.1 6.3 6.9 1-5 4.9 1.2 6.8L12 17.8 5.8 21l1.2-6.8-5-4.9 6.9-1z\"\/><\/svg><span>Rated <strong>4.8 stars on Trustpilot<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M21 11.5a8.4 8.4 0 0 1-12.4 7.4L3 21l2.1-5.6A8.4 8.4 0 1 1 21 11.5z\"\/><\/svg><span>Personal service via WhatsApp, even outside office hours<\/span><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- BLOK 10 \u2013 RESERVEREN + ANKER VOOR FORMULIER -->\n<section class=\"nc-ex\" id=\"boeken\" style=\"margin-bottom:.6em\">\n  <div class=\"nc-ahead\"><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"4\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" rx=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M16 2v4M8 2v4M3 10h18\"\/><\/svg><div><h3>Don&rsquo;t wait too long<\/h3><p>There are only two time slots a day. Book as soon as you know when you want to go; changes or cancellation are free up to 48 hours in advance.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n  <h2 style=\"margin-top:1em\">Book your boat<\/h2>\n  <p>Choose your date and time slot and enter the number of people. Right now you only pay the US$ 34 deposit.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<!-- [[ HIER HET BESTAANDE BOEKINGSFORMULIER \u2013 NIET AANPASSEN ]] -->\n\n\n\n<!-- FAQ (zelfde vragen staan in de gestructureerde data) -->\n<section class=\"nc-ex\" id=\"faq\">\n  <h2>Frequently asked questions about boat rental in Cura\u00e7ao<\/h2>\n  <details><summary><h3>Do I need a boating license to rent a boat in Cura\u00e7ao?<\/h3><\/summary><p>No, you don\u2019t need a boating license. The driver must be at least 21 years old; if in doubt, you\u2019ll be asked for ID at check-in. Before departure you get a safety briefing, instructions on how to drive the boat and a navigation map.<\/p><\/details>\n  <details><summary><h3>How many people can go on the boat?<\/h3><\/summary><p>A maximum of 6 people per boat, including children and babies. This limit is set by regulations and insurance. If your group is larger, you can rent several boats at the same time and cruise together.<\/p><\/details>\n  <details><summary><h3>How does payment work?<\/h3><\/summary><p>You pay per boat, not per person. When you book you pay a deposit, and the balance is paid no later than 24 hours before the trip via an online payment request. At check-in you pay a security deposit of US$350 (or Cg 650 or \u20ac350), by credit card or cash.<\/p><\/details>\n  <details><summary><h3>Can I take the boat out to open sea?<\/h3><\/summary><p>No. You stay on Spanish Water, the large lagoon on the southeast side of Cura\u00e7ao. On open sea the risk of capsizing in the waves is too high. Within the lagoon you choose your own route; all boats have a GPS tracker and a speed limiter.<\/p><\/details>\n  <details><summary><h3>What is Isla Capitano?<\/h3><\/summary><p>Isla Capitano is El Capitano\u2019s floating private island on Spanish Water, with sunbeds, a picnic table and shade. Only El Capitano guests can tie up there, and access is included in your rental.<\/p><\/details>\n  <details><summary><h3>Can I bring my own food and drinks?<\/h3><\/summary><p>Yes, you can bring your own food and drinks. There\u2019s a cooler on board; bring your own ice to keep everything cold.<\/p><\/details>\n  <details><summary><h3>Are children welcome on board?<\/h3><\/summary><p>Yes, children are welcome, as long as your group is 6 people or fewer. Official emergency life vests for all ages are on board. These aren\u2019t swim vests: if your child can\u2019t swim yet, bring your own swim vest.<\/p><\/details>\n  <details><summary><h3>What happens in bad weather?<\/h3><\/summary><p>In case of strong winds, heavy rain or thunderstorms, El Capitano will try to move your trip to another time. If that\u2019s not possible, we\u2019ll work out a suitable solution together with you.<\/p><\/details>\n  <details><summary><h3>Can I change or cancel for free?<\/h3><\/summary><p>Yes, changes and cancellations are free up to 48 hours before your booked date. After that, charges may apply. If the balance hasn\u2019t been paid 24 hours before the trip, the booking may be cancelled without a refund of the deposit.<\/p><\/details>\n  <details><summary><h3>Can I bring my dog on the boat?<\/h3><\/summary><p>No, pets aren\u2019t allowed on board, because they can damage the upholstery and cushions.<\/p><\/details>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<p><!-- AFSLUITER: Omslag-blok met de UITGELICHTE AFBEELDING van de pagina. Transparantie: blok selecteren > Instellingen > \"Overlay-dekking\". --><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover nc-cover\" style=\"min-height:320px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#0a3c64\"><\/span><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sloep-huren-curacao-1600x900-1.jpg\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-post-image lazyload\" alt=\"Sloop rental curacao\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sloep-huren-curacao-1600x900-1.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sloep-huren-curacao-1600x900-1-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sloep-huren-curacao-1600x900-1-533x300.jpg 533w, https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sloep-huren-curacao-1600x900-1-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sloep-huren-curacao-1600x900-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/sloep-huren-curacao-1600x900-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" title=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/900;\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\"><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Today, you\u2019re the captain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Drive your own boat, swim wherever you like and chill on your own island. 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