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SHETE BOKA NATIONAL PARK
Shete Boka lies on the western shore of the island, alongside Christoffel
Park, and is home to a dozen ‘bokas’ or coves. Your visit starts at Boka
Tabla, where white waves crash into an underground grotto. Stroll up to
the limestone terrace for inspiring views of the waves breaking on the
rugged north shore. Don’t miss ‘Pistolero’ ravine where the waves echo
like gunshots.

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DID YOU KNOW…?

The main attraction at Shete Boka stays largely unseen. Breeding grounds
for sea turtles at Boka Wandomi, Boka Kortalein, Boka Plate, Boka
Mansalina, Boka Djegu and Dos Boka can be visited by appointment only
via the Carmabi foundation.
www.carmabi.org

FLAMINGOS ON THE SALT FLATS
From Willemstad, head towards Willibrordus to reach the salt flats where,
with any luck, you’ll find flocks of flamingos. Park alongside the road near
Landhuis Jan Kok for excellent up-close views of these majestic pink
creatures.

DINAH’S BOTANICAL HERB GARDEN
Dinah Veeris is the ‘herb lady’ of Curaçao. Pay a visit to her extensive
botanical garden, Den Paradera, to hear colorful tales of the history and
healing power of plants. She has a cure for almost every ailment, and if
you’re lucky you may even get a song out of her. Pause for a drink and
rummage through the shop.

www.dinahveeris.com

OFF THE BEATEN TRACK
Explore the wild side of the island the exciting way: by mountain bike,
ATV, quad-bike, buggy or Jeep. Several companies offer off-road tours to
discover Curaçao’s rugged interior.

HIKING AND BIKING
Curaçao offers endless opportunities to explore the island’s fierce natural
beauty on foot or by bike. Curaçao Footprint offers great nature walks.
Check online for an up-to-date schedule of where and when. Mountain
bike trails run through the saltpans, the island’s rugged north shore, the
former plantations and much more. Explore on your own or sign up for a
group tour from one of many organizers.
TOURS IN WILLEMSTAD
A walking tour with a knowledgeable local guide is a great way to learn
about the history and architecture of the capital. Learn more at the tourist
information office on the Punda side of the Pontoon Bridge.