Playa Piskado

Playa Piskado is located near Westpunt and is also called Playa Grandi. This is not a classic holiday picture with long rows of sun loungers and a wide sandy beach. It is a small fishermen's beach where local fishermen use their boats and where visitors mainly come to watch life underwater. The main attraction is the chance to see sea turtles.

A fishermen's beach with a character of its own

On arrival you see an environment where tourism and local fishing come together. Fishing boats, nets and activities around the waterfront are part of this place. The beach is small and the bottom consists partly of sand and stones. As a result, Playa Piskado is less suitable for those looking for a comfortable, long beach day.

Access to the beach is free. Facilities are limited and may vary. Therefore, bring your own snorkeling equipment and other supplies. Be mindful of boats and of people who are simply doing their work here.

Snorkeling with a chance of turtles

Playa Piskado has become well known because sea turtles regularly appear in the water at the fishermen's beach. That makes snorkeling here special. They remain wild animals, so you can never count on an encounter. When you see a turtle, give the animal room to swim freely and to come to the surface.

Do not touch turtles, do not block their swimming direction and never try to feed them. Also stay away from active fishing boats. Currents can occur in this coastal area, so pay close attention to the conditions.

A responsible visit

• Bring your own snorkeling gear.
• Wear water shoes because of the stones on the bottom.
• Keep enough distance from turtles and other animals.
• Respect the fishermen and their equipment.
• Only enter the water when it is safe.

With a rental car you can visit Playa Piskado during a day trip to Westpunt. It is a nice stop to combine with other beaches in the area. Do not expect a luxury beach club, but an authentic place where the natural underwater world and the daily life of Curaçao meet.