Caracas Bay

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Caracas Bay?

The bar is located right on the Caracas Bay.There are 4 restaurants nearby.BBQ Express is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

Good for Relax

7.5

/ 10 Very good

#24 out of 38
in Willemstad

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Caracas Bay is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 24th place out of 38 beaches in the Curacao region The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and light sand & pebble cover, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Caracas Bay coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, snorkeling, sea kayaking, diving. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

8 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Mambo beach, which has a rating of 8.6.

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+27 ^oC +26 ^oC

Air temperature

8.2 M/S

Wind

+27 ^oC

Water temperature

1.4 M

Wave height

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Good

7.4/10

Cover

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4.3/10

Cleanliness

Good

6.5/10

Amenities

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7.3/10

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Caracas Bay is located in Curacao within Willemstad, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Curacao island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

User reviews

"This beach is among the top-rated ones in the Caribbean, and it boasts light sand mixed with pebble."

Luiden Ralphs

"One of the beaches I love to visit for unwinding, swimming, and spending time is the one with light sand and pebbles."

C Darcy

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User reviews

"This beach is among the top-rated ones in the Caribbean, and it boasts light sand mixed with pebble."

Luiden Ralphs

"One of the beaches I love to visit for unwinding, swimming, and spending time is the one with light sand and pebbles."

C Darcy

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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.

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- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
occupancy
- Crowded in high season
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
size&shape
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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water
- Turqoise blue
- Crystall water, high transparency

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.5 (Very good)

Willemstad, Curacao

Mambo beach

8.6

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Willemstad 4.5 km

Willemstad, Curacao

Directeurs Baai

7.8

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access

Willemstad 9.3 km

Willemstad, Curacao

Jan Thiel beach

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Willemstad 7 km

Willemstad, Curacao

St. Barbara beach

7.8

Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Willemstad 10.1 km

Willemstad, Curacao

Sunscape Curacao

7.8

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Willemstad 3.9 km

Willemstad, Curacao

Penstraat Hotel beach

8.4

Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom

Willemstad 1.6 km

Willemstad, Curacao

Mangrove beach

7.7

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Deserted

Willemstad 1.2 km

Willemstad, Curacao

Dreams Curacao beach

Dreams Curacao

8.6

Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom

Willemstad 4 km

Willemstad, Curacao

Blue Bay Curacao beach

Blue Bay Curacao

8.8

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand

Willemstad 6.2 km

Jan Kok, Curacao

Kokomo beach

8.6

Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Jan Kok 7.8 km

Sint Willibrordus, Curacao

Karakter beach

7.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water, Pebbles bottom

Sint Willibrordus 2.6 km

Sint Willibrordus, Curacao

Daaibooi beach

8.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand

Sint Willibrordus 2.2 km

What to do in Caracas Bay? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

The deeper you dive, the more interesting the surrounding scenery - that's how you can characterize Caracas Bay, but that doesn't mean that landscapes are uninteresting and it's better to spend all your time underwater. The fact is that one of the key activities on the beach is diving. Here you can scuba dive not only as a professional, but also a beginner, as there are several companies along the coast engaged in diving and diver training. Take advantage.

When it comes to what to do in Caracas Bay, it's impossible not to mention an insanely popular activity: snorkeling. The coastal waters of the region are full of interesting views, which can be observed through a snorkeling mask. Well, if you do not have the necessary equipment for snorkeling - everything can be purchased at the nearby shops.

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Caracas Bay welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Caracas Bay. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Caracas Bay implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

BBQ Express• 3 min walk
Brisa Do Mar• 5 min walk
The Pier• 5 min walk
Tabooshh!• 7 min walk

Attractions

Mermaid Boat Trips C...• 4 min walk
Substation Curacao• 3.7km

Transport

CUR• 16.1km
Bus Station Punda• 7.8km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Caracas Bay?

Caracas Bay has a light sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Caracas Bay?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Caracas Bay has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Caracas Bay is also suitable for the following water activities:

Snorkeling
Diving
Kite and windsurfing

Is the Caracas Bay good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Caracas Bay is fully protected from waves.

There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Caracas Bay good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Caracas Bay secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Caracas Bay?

The bar is located right on the Caracas Bay.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.BBQ Express is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

How far is the Caracas Bay from parking?

The Caracas Bay has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Caracas Bay?

There are 2 attractions near Caracas Bay that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Mermaid Boat Trips Curacao located in 0.3 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Caracas Bay?

The month with the highest temperature in Caracas Bay is September. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in October, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 26°C and water 26°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Caracas Bay (Curacao island) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.