Playa Shon Mosa

Playa Shon Mosa is one of the small hidden bays on Curaçao's west coast. The beach lies on the grounds of the former San Juan plantation, between Playa Mansalina and Playa Largu. The name Shon Mosa refers in Papiamentu to a young lady. With its small strip of sand, bright blue water and surrounding rocks, this beach has a very different character from the island's large tourist beaches.

A small bay with a lot of character

Playa Shon Mosa lies hidden among limestone rocks and natural vegetation. The beach is narrow and consists of light sand, stones and coral debris. In favorable conditions the water has a clear turquoise color, so you can already see parts of the underwater world from the shore.

The bay has no extensive facilities. You will find no beach club, restaurant or organized beach rental here. That makes Playa Shon Mosa especially appealing to visitors who are looking for peace and quiet and prefer to discover a small natural bay.

Snorkeling in clear water

For snorkelers, Playa Shon Mosa is interesting because of the reef off the coast. Underwater, the sandy bottom gradually gives way to coral formations, where various species of fish and sponges live. The variety between sand and reef also makes the area attractive to divers.

In suitable conditions you can enter the water from the beach. Watch out for stones and coral debris at the entry point. Also keep an eye on the sea conditions, because even a sheltered bay can have currents or waves.

To Playa Shon Mosa with your rental car

You reach the area via the road to Westpunt and the turn-off to the San Juan plantation. At the historic Landhuis San Juan, an entrance fee is usually charged for the grounds. After that, unpaved roads lead to the beaches.

The road to Playa Shon Mosa can be poor, with potholes and loose stones. Therefore, check in advance whether the route is suitable for your rental car and whether the grounds are accessible.

Because Playa Mansalina and Playa Largu are on the same grounds, you can explore these beaches during a single visit. Playa Shon Mosa is an attractive choice if you are looking for a small bay where nature and snorkeling take center stage.