Playa Grandi (Playa Piskado)

About

Playa Grandi, also known as Playa Piskado, is a working fishing beach in the Westpunt village where sea turtles gather daily to feed on fish scraps thrown by local fishermen. This unique beach offers one of the easiest and most reliable opportunities in the world to swim with wild sea turtles, making it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and snorkelers. The beach is located right by the fish market in Westpunt, about a 45-minute drive from Willemstad. Fishermen return with their catch throughout the morning, and the turtles — accustomed to this routine — gather near the pier waiting for scraps. The water is clear and the turtles are remarkably tolerant of respectful snorkelers, providing incredible close-up encounters. Visitors should never touch or chase the turtles and should maintain a respectful distance. The beach has a rocky and pebbly entry, so water shoes are recommended. Fishermen may ask for a small tip for the turtle experience. The best time to visit is early morning when the most turtles are present and the fishermen are actively cleaning their catch. Playa Grandi has a very local, authentic atmosphere — this is a working fishing beach, not a tourist resort. The combination of guaranteed turtle sightings, local culture, and beautiful Westpunt scenery makes Playa Grandi one of the most unique and memorable beach experiences in Curaçao.

Westpunt

Tips

• Come early morning for the most turtles
• Fishermen may ask for a small tip
• Water shoes recommended – rocky entry
• Very local atmosphere

How to get there

In Westpunt village, follow signs. The beach is right by the fish market.

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