Jan Thiel Beach is our main departure location and the perfect starting point for a day of adventure on the water. Located on the southeast coast of Curaçao, Jan Thiel is home to Zanzibar Beach & Restaurant, where all Powerboat Caribbean tours check in and depart from the pier. The beach is easy to reach by car (free parking available) and is approximately 15 minutes from the cruise port in Willemstad and 20 minutes from most resort areas.
From Jan Thiel Beach, we operate fast RIB boat tours to Klein Curaçao island, the west coast sea turtles and Blue Room cave, the Tugboat shipwreck and Spanish Water, and fully customizable private boat charters. All tours include unlimited drinks, snorkel equipment, and an experienced captain and crew. Our full-day tours also include a freshly prepared barbecue lunch.
Klein Curaçao Day Trip. Departs 09:45 from Jan Thiel. Reach the uninhabited island of Klein Curaçao in just 45 minutes on our fast Powerboat (other operators take 1.5–2 hours). Spend the day snorkeling, exploring the lighthouse and shipwrecks, and relaxing on pristine white sand. Includes BBQ lunch and unlimited drinks. $169 per person, $135 children (6–12). Duration: 6 hours. Back by 16:00.
West Coast Snorkel Adventure. Departs 09:45 from Jan Thiel (also boards at Mood Beach 10:00 and Marichi Pier 10:15). Swim with sea turtles at Playa Piskado, explore the famous Blue Room cave, and snorkel at multiple spots along the beautiful west coast. Includes BBQ lunch and unlimited drinks. $185 per person, $155 children. Duration: 6 hours.
Tugboat & Spanish Water.Departs 09:45 from Jan Thiel (also boards at Mood Beach 10:00). Our shortest tour at just 2.5 hours, perfect if you prefer not to spend a full day on the water. Snorkel at the Tugboat shipwreck (Curaçao’s best snorkel spot), cruise through the beautiful Spanish Water area, and see Willemstad’s Pontoon Bridge from the water. Includes unlimited drinks. $99 per person, $88 children.
Private Boat Charter. Flexible departure times from Jan Thiel. Rent the entire boat exclusively for your group. Captain, crew and unlimited drinks included. From $300 per hour, up to 18 people per boat (up to 36 with two boats). Perfect for birthdays, corporate events, and family celebrations.
By car: Jan Thiel Beach is located at Kaya Adriatiko in the Jan Thiel Bay area. From Willemstad, follow the signs for Jan Thiel Beach / Zanzibar. Free parking is available on site. The drive from most hotels and resorts takes 10–25 minutes.
By taxi: A taxi from Willemstad or the cruise port to Jan Thiel Beach costs approximately $15–25 one way. Ask your hotel reception to arrange a taxi, or contact us and we can recommend reliable taxi drivers.
From your resort: Many hotels and resorts on the island offer shuttle services to Jan Thiel Beach. Check with your reception if this service is available.
Once you arrive at Jan Thiel Beach, walk to Zanzibar Beach & Restaurant. Our crew will arrive there with the boat. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the departure time.
Jan Thiel Beach is one of Curaçao’s most popular beaches, and it is the perfect place to spend extra time before or after your boat tour. Zanzibar Beach & Restaurant offers excellent food, cocktails, and a lively atmosphere especially famous for its Saturday Happy Hour with live music starting at 17:00. You can rent sunbeds and parasols to relax on the white sand beach. Other dining options at Jan Thiel include Koko’s Beach for healthy dishes and Instagram-worthy views, Tinto Bar y Cocina for Spanish tapas, and Agave Bar y Taquería for Mexican food. For more water activities, Jan Thiel also offers jet skiing, flyboarding, kayaking, and scuba diving through local dive centers like Scubado.
Q: Where exactly do I check in at Jan Thiel Beach?
Walk to the pier at Zanzibar Beach & Restaurant. Our crew will come there with the boat. Check-in will be done once the captain & crew arrives.
Q: Is there parking at Jan Thiel Beach?
Yes, free parking is available at Jan Thiel Beach. Arrive early during the high season as the parking area can fill up on busy days.
Q: How far is Jan Thiel Beach from the cruise port?
Jan Thiel is approximately 15 minutes by taxi from the Willemstad Mega Pier cruise terminal. The fare is around $15–25 one way. For cruise ship passengers, we also offer boarding at Mood Beach (Mambo Beach), which is only 10 minutes from the cruise port.
Q: Do I need to pay beach entrance for the tour?
No. When you arrive for a Powerboat Caribbean tour, you walk directly to the Zanzibar pier. You do not need to pay the regular Jan Thiel Beach entrance fee.
Q: Can I store my belongings during the tour?
We recommend bringing only essentials. We have a dry storage compartment for your bags. Do not bring items you are afraid to get wet.
Q: Which tour is best if I only have a few hours?
The Tugboat & Spanish Water tour is only 2.5 hours and costs $99. It departs at 09:45 from Jan Thiel and has you back by approximately 12:15. Perfect for cruise ship visitors or anyone with limited time.
