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Grote Knip

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West Sand

Grote Knip

Playa Kenepa Grandi

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Photos via Wikimedia Commons (CC-licensed contributors).

Getting there

Parking
Free lot above the beach

The vibe

Iconic turquoise cove, postcard energy

The face of Curaçao on a postcard: a deep, sheltered bay framed by limestone cliffs and impossibly blue water. Weekends get busy with locals grilling on the cliffs, but the sand is soft and the swimming is among the best on the island. Bring shoes for the bumpy steps down, and stick around for sunset over the cliff edge.

Accessibility

Not step-free

Path with some steps down to the sand. Parking is near the top with a step-free viewpoint over the bay.

Parking
Free lot above the beach
Entry fee
Free
Substrate
Sand · White
Water
calm
Snorkeling
good
Entry
Free

About

Iconic cove framed by limestone cliffs with brilliant turquoise water and white sand. A favorite for cliff jumping and swimming. Staircase down from the clifftop parking; busy on weekends.

Amenities

Palapas
Parking
Restrooms

On-beach restaurants & bars

  • Knip Snack Bar
    Casual snacks & drinks
  • Snack bar

West · Banda Abou