Beach options for bus drop off?

[Tmaxx1]

I had planned to rent a car in Curacao during our stop on 12/24. Problem is the rentals are a minimum of 3 days. So... I am looking at riding public transportation (bus) to a beach for snorkeling. Problem is I am not sure of a good beach for snorkeling that the bus drops off at. We had considered Cas Abao but I don't think the bus goes to that beach. Any other suggestions?

[Isa65]

This is really tricky if you take your port times into consideration.

 

In order to go to the Western beaches by public transportation it will take over 1 hour each way.

There are buses stopping at Westpunt, Lagun and Knip, but the trip will be looooooong.

The large White bus charges about $4 one way per person.

 

To get the bus you need to walk towards Starbucks after you get off the ship. Pass the movie theater (Cinemas), cross the street and you'll see the bus depot.

Inquire at the sales booth about schedules, specifically what time the bus will pass the beach you're intending to go.

 

Personally I wouldn't chance this. If you really want to save and still go to a beach, cross the bridge and take a public bus (behind the postal office) to Seaquarium Beach. Ride is 20 minutes and about $2 per person each way. Cab is $20 per ride each way.

[Tmaxx1]

This is really tricky if you take your port times into consideration.

 

In order to go to the Western beaches by public transportation it will take over 1 hour each way.

There are buses stopping at Westpunt, Lagun and Knip, but the trip will be looooooong.

The large White bus charges about $4 one way per person.

 

To get the bus you need to walk towards Starbucks after you get off the ship. Pass the movie theater (Cinemas), cross the street and you'll see the bus depot.

Inquire at the sales booth about schedules, specifically what time the bus will pass the beach you're intending to go.

 

Personally I wouldn't chance this. If you really want to save and still go to a beach, cross the bridge and take a public bus (behind

the postal office) to Seaquarium Beach. Ride is 20 minutes and about $2 per person each way. Cab is $20 per ride each way.

 

Couple question:

1). How does the Seaquarium compare to the Western beaches like Cas Abao especially in terms of snorkeling? We are trying to determine if it's worth $30 per person round trip for a taxi for the four of us to go to the Western beaches.

2). We would really rather rent a car and drive ourselves. Avis said the cars would be first come, first serve at the pier. Are there other companies that don't require min 3 day rental on 12/24 that I could reserve ahead of time?

[Isa65]

Seaquarium beach (or Kontiki/Cabana Beach / Mambo Beach) is a man-made beach. Ideal for a beach day with all amenities, a pool, bars, restaurants, shops, sometimes live music.

 

The beaches on the West are natural beaches with lots and lots of sea life. Ideal for snorkeling / diving / snuba.

 

If you go to Seaquarium you will see some fish and more towards the windbreaker, some coral.

In the West, it's the real deal.

 

I'm asking around to see whether there are car agencies with pier pick up for the 24th of Dec. Will let you know.

[Tmaxx1]

Seaquarium beach (or Kontiki/Cabana Beach / Mambo Beach) is a man-made beach. Ideal for a beach day with all amenities, a pool, bars, restaurants, shops, sometimes live music.

 

The beaches on the West are natural beaches with lots and lots of sea life. Ideal for snorkeling / diving / snuba.

 

If you go to Seaquarium you will see some fish and more towards the windbreaker, some coral.

In the West, it's the real deal.

 

I'm asking around to see whether there are car agencies with pier pick up for the 24th of Dec. Will let you know.

 

Thankso much!

I also just sent an email to Thrifty to see if they can help.

[Shutterbug999]

For snorkelling go

Porto Marie or Lagun - they are the best for easy safe and wonderful snorkelling

 

If its just one beach - why not try and combine with others and get a taxi - there are queues of them at the docking areas

[bee-ess]

Have you tried Alamo - Looks as though they do 1 day - Looking to do the same myself in March.

http://www.alamo-curacao.com/

Edited December 20, 2013 by bee-ess

[Isa65]

Thankso much!

I also just sent an email to Thrifty to see if they can help.

 

Tmaxx, I found a company with free pick up and drop off for $50 a day and they have availability for your date.

 

Unfortunately I'm not allowed to make recommendations for specific companies on this board anymore, so if you can post your e-mail address (you can make a quick yahoo one if you don't want to write your real one) and I will forward the info.

[Tmaxx1]

Isa - my email is tmaxx00@yahoo.com

 

Thanks

 

 

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[Tmaxx1]

Tmaxx, I found a company with free pick up and drop off for $50 a day and they have availability for your date.

 

Unfortunately I'm not allowed to make recommendations for specific companies on this board anymore, so if you can post your e-mail address (you can make a quick yahoo one if you don't want to write your real one) and I will forward the info.

 

My email is tmaxx00@yahoo.com

[Tmaxx1]

Have you tried Alamo - Looks as though they do 1 day - Looking to do the same myself in March.

http://www.alamo-curacao.com/

 

With, Alamo what pick up location is nearest to the MegaPier? I assume I would need to walk from the MegaPier to one the Alamo offices.

 

Locations listed on website:

Blue Bay resort

Marriott Hotel

Livingstone Resort

Lions Dive Hotel

Head Office