How do I book a Seafari tour?

Book directly on seafariadventurescuracao.com — select your tour, pick a date, fill in your details, pay securely, and receive instant confirmation. No booking fees. Cruise passengers: we match your ship schedule and guarantee on-time return.

What's included in a Seafari tour?

All our tours include professional snorkeling equipment, drinks (soft drinks, beer, signature Seafari cocktail), snacks or lunch depending on the tour, sun shade on the boat, and a multilingual guide. Snorkel vests are free on request. You only bring swimwear, towel, and sunscreen.

What if the weather is bad?

Our Rupert 50 RIB handles moderate chop comfortably. For genuinely dangerous weather we reschedule or refund 100%. You get a call by 7 AM on the tour day if we need to adjust. Curaçao weather is stable year-round — cancellations happen less than 5% of the year.

Is Seafari suitable for children?

Yes. Children 6+ are welcome on all standard tours. The boat has stable RIB hulls (no seasickness for most), life vests in all sizes, and our guides are trained in family snorkel introductions. For children under 6 we recommend a private charter for flexibility.

Can I book a private charter?

Yes — the Rupert 50 is available for private charter for groups of 2-36. Design your own route, pick your own stops, set your own pace. Contact us via the Private Charter form and we'll quote a fixed price within 24 hours.

What's the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure — full refund, no questions asked. Within 48 hours: 50% refund. If WE cancel (weather, mechanical, safety): 100% refund or free reschedule. Travel insurance is recommended for cruise passengers.

Curaçao Festivals & Events — Carnival, Seu, North Sea Jazz & More

Carnival (Karnaval)

Curaçao's Carnival is the biggest event of the year — a weeks-long celebration that peaks in February or March with the Gran Marcha, a massive parade through Willemstad. The festivities begin in January with Tumba festivals (the musical competitions that produce that year's Carnival anthems), jump-ups (street parties), and children's parades. The Gran Marcha features dozens of groups with elaborate costumes, floats, and music trucks pumping Tumba, soca, and reggaeton at ear-splitting volume. The entire island participates — schools close, businesses shut down, and everyone takes to the streets. The energy is infectious, the costumes are spectacular, and the dancing doesn't stop until dawn.

💡 Tip: Book accommodation months in advance for Carnival — the island fills up completely. Wear comfortable shoes and bring earplugs for the music trucks.

Seu (Harvest Festival)

Seu is Curaçao's traditional harvest festival, rooted in African agricultural traditions brought by enslaved people. Held in March or April, after the sorghum harvest, Seu features a procession of participants carrying decorated sorghum stalks, dancing to the rhythm of traditional drums (tambú) and singing harvest songs. The festival begins at dawn with a walk from the countryside to Willemstad and culminates in celebrations at Brionplein. Seu is one of the most authentically Curaçaoan cultural events — less touristy than Carnival but deeply meaningful. The colourful costumes, rhythmic drumming, and communal spirit offer a direct connection to the island's African heritage.

💡 Tip: Seu happens on Easter Monday. Join the procession from the early morning — it's a powerful cultural experience that most tourists miss.

Dia di Rincon

Every year on April 30, the small village of Rincon — Curaçao's oldest settlement — hosts Dia di Rincon, a day-long celebration of local culture, food, and music. Rincon, tucked inland near the base of Christoffelberg, was historically the island's main village and remains a stronghold of traditional Curaçaoan culture. The festival fills the village streets with food stalls serving traditional dishes like kabritu stobá (goat stew), tutu (cornmeal with black beans), and kadushi (cactus soup). Live music, craft vendors, and cultural demonstrations run all day. It's the best single-day event to experience authentic Curaçaoan food and culture.

💡 Tip: Go hungry — the food at Dia di Rincon is the best traditional cooking you'll find anywhere on the island. Arrive early for parking.

King's Day (Dia di Rey)

As a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Curaçao celebrates King's Day on April 27 — King Willem-Alexander's birthday. Like in Amsterdam, the island turns orange with parties, flea markets (vrijmarkt), live music, and community events. The celebrations are more relaxed than their Dutch counterpart but no less fun. Many locals set up stalls selling food, drinks, and second-hand goods. Children's games and competitions are a highlight. The waterfront areas around Punda and Otrobanda host the main festivities, with stages for live music and DJs.

💡 Tip: Wear orange! The vrijmarkt is a great place to find unique second-hand bargains and try homemade local treats.

Curaçao North Sea Jazz Festival

Held annually in late August or September, the Curaçao North Sea Jazz Festival is the island's premier music event — a sister festival to the famous North Sea Jazz Festival in Rotterdam. Over two nights at the World Trade Center Curaçao, top-tier international artists perform across multiple stages. Past headliners include Stevie Wonder, Lionel Richie, Andrea Bocelli, Alicia Keys, and Marc Anthony. The festival draws music lovers from across the Caribbean and Latin America. Ticket packages start at around $75 per night. The intimate venue means you're never far from the stage — a very different experience from the massive European original.

💡 Tip: Buy tickets early — they sell out months in advance. Combine the festival with a week-long holiday. The island vibe during festival week is electric.

New Year's Eve & Pagara

New Year's Eve in Curaçao is an explosion — literally. The island celebrates with pagara: enormous strings of firecrackers that can stretch for hundreds of metres. Businesses, families, and communities compete to create the longest and loudest pagara. At midnight, the entire island erupts in a thunderous chain reaction of fireworks and pagaras that lasts for over an hour. The noise is staggering — car alarms go off for miles, and the air fills with a thick haze of smoke. It's chaotic, exhilarating, and unlike anything else in the Caribbean. The celebrations continue with parties across the island, from beach clubs to private garden gatherings.

💡 Tip: The smoke can be intense — people with asthma should stay indoors after midnight. The best viewing spots are elevated areas overlooking Willemstad.

Festivals & Events in Curaçao