7 Days at the Villa
Day 1: The Sea!
Playa Kalki is a few minutes walk from the villa around the corner of the cliff. It has snow white sand and calm water. It also has a lovely restaurant, bar and ice cream stand.
Swim out to the floating dock and watch the world slowly drift by.
Rent professional grade inflatable boats and paddleboards from the villa. And explore the beautiful inlets around the villa.
Up on the cliff is the Punta Kalki Beach Club with a wonderful Miami vibe.
Fisherman’s Catch!
Walk 15 minutes to Playa Piskadó to buy fish directly from the fishing boats. Barracuda, Mahi Mahi, Blacktail Tuna, Yellowtail Tuna, Red Snapper, Queen Snapper, Yellowtail Snapper, Wahoo, Sailfish, Amberjack, Bluejack, Black Grouper, Lobster, Octopus, Lion Fish and many more.
Cook it up and make the best soup in the Caribbean … and the best Ceviche in Curacao. Make something fresh and yummy each night.
Turtle Swim
While down at the fish beach - please take a dip. The turtles have been trained by years of Pavlovian fish treats from the fishermen. Just swim and the magic begins.
Blue Grotto
Find a fisherman to take you down to the Blue Grotto. Under a natural lip in the coral is a hidden cave. Dive down and watch the fish in this beautiful blue wonderland.
Swim with dolphins in the open water. Order a catch of Lion Fish from a passing fishing boat.
The Reef
Where the two currents meet in front of the Cliff Villa Peninsula, is the best drift diving in the region! The Watamula (or whirlpool) brings up nutrients and with it fish. Book a scuba session minutes from the villa, a sea-doo ride or a day of relaxing with a fishing rod.
Day 2: Walk North
From the villa, adventure along the northward path following marker rocks painted yellow along the coastline. Walk along the edge of the rock until you get to a small hidden beach called Playa Guepi to picnic and swim. It is a magical hike and well worth the effort. See drone video here
Over the hill find a large natural sea geyser carved into the coral. Watch the sea waves explode through the bottom of the rocks in large and small holes across the beach.
Up from the Watamula natural sea geyser is a moon landscape that visitors have made into a pebble balancing beach. Hundreds of rock piles line the sea line. Build one and make a wish.
On the way back, stop at the Noordpunt Lighthouse, also known as the Northern Point Lighthouse on the hilltop. Built in 1884 and was used to help guide ships around the northern tip of Curaçao. It was in operation for many years before being decommissioned in 1963. The lighthouse is open to visitors daily from 9am to 4pm. There is a small admission fee.
Read about the pirates that used to sail the seas around Watamula.
For all the beautiful beaches from the tip of Watamula down to Playa Beach Club and the natural wonder of the Blue Room. Here is the Beach Guide.
On the way back from the beach, halfway from the security gate and Villa step down into a private grotto called Tomasito Cave. Climb down wooden stair to a fairy-tale cove with the sea burbling back and forth through a natural pool. Jump here.
If you do not want to cook up meal one evening, there are pizza parlors, local stew restaurants, fresh fried fish diners all around the villa.
Explore our foodie guide here.
Day four is about adventure. Time to climb that mountain.
Click here to see the climb by photos.
Mount Christoffel is the largest and most biodiverse park on the island. There is an incredible selection of birds and the rare national whitetail deer. There are eight hiking trails and a path to the summit. Wake up early, drive to the foot of Christoffel and make the assent - it is a beautiful view - see Venezuela in the distance.
For joggling routes and exercise tips go here.
We are proud to be partnered with www.beautifulcuracao.com to offer nature and wilderness ATV and off-road electric bicycle rides.
Come and explore the most beautiful part of the island. Ride in groups with a guide on hidden roads down to the Westpunt shore and up into the Christoffel mountains. Discover the incredible fauna and flora of Watamula.
We are proud to be partnered with www.beautifulcuracao.com to offer professional paddleboards and inflatable boats by the day or week.
Wake up to coffee from our professional espresso machine and enjoy it in the hammock by the pool. From the deck looking out at the sea watch for whales, dolphins, Wara Wara falcon, 8 cm (3 inches) Blenchi hummingbirds and whiptail lizards. And if you are very lucky, you will spot a whitetail deer.
Here is a full nature guide that details everything beautiful across the island.
R&R
Table Tennis in the game room, enjoy yourself with family and friends. Schedule a ATV ride around Watamula from Nelson at www.beautifulcuracao.com
Pickleball
Professional Pickleball Court and a sand Bocce Court is in the garden. Paddles and balls in the gym. Enjoy.
Spa at the Pool
Then to unwind, arrange a private massage on the deck and then lounge in the hammock. So nice.
Day 6: History
14 minutes by car, visit the Tula Museum. The building was once the island's most largest plantation and now a symbol its dark past as a slave trading hub for the Caribbean. Kenepa was the site of a devastating, month-long slave rebellion in 1795, led by a hero named Tula. The Landhuis Kenepa has been made into a museum dedicated his bravery. The museum tells the story of how Tula traveled from Kenepa liberating enslaved people across the island, until he was captured and killed by the Dutch authorities. More information here.
The most remarkable place to go to soak in the History of Curacao is to visit the sand-floor synagogue. It dates back to 1732 and is the oldest continuously functioning Shul in the Western Hemisphere. More details on the shul and its history.
Evening Out
Go downtown to visit Mundo Bizarro for a drink at the bar or Saint Tropez Ocean Club, a slice of Miami. Explore colonial buildings and enjoy the food and atmosphere on an always perfect night.
Evening In
… or have a private performance by our Latin American band at the villa. Let the live music create a magical atmosphere, turning your stay at Cliff Villa into an experience you’ll remember forever.
Eat
Remember that fish. Well cook it and enjoy a special night at Cliff Villa. Every night.
Nature
Fish, Fowl and Fauna