Bonaire - Aves - 'Small' Curacao - Curacao itinerary (11 days / 10 nights)

 As the winds are always easterly, this is a great downwind sailing event, making it an easy passage even for those not used to being at sea..

Exhilarating Sailing with multiple Island Visits!

Before we will be leaving from Bonaire you will have the opportunity to explore Bonaire!
Easy sailing will take you to the aves Archipel Klein Curacao and Curacao.
There is so much to do along the way!
Please take your pick and feel free to ask us for modifications of this suggested itinerary.
We'll be happy to adapt to your wishes.
Let's make this the trip of a life time! 

Day 1: Arrival

The Ritz crew will welcome you at the Airport (Flamingo) on Bonaire and bring you to the yacht Domicil waiting for you at the marina.
Once aboard, after a fresh-up, you will enjoy cocktails and hors d'houvres on deck.
 A beautiful sunset is the prelude for a romantic diner- alfresco!

This itinerary has the option to spend more time on Bonaire

Bonaire is a wonderful Caribbean Island with Dutch historic flavor!
You can wander around in Kralendijk, enjoy the best dive spots in the world or drive to the unique salt pans flanked by original slave houses. Bonaire is an amazing experience!

Day 3
We sail east to the Aves Islands.
These Islands are uninhabited (just a coast guard station) and are virtually untouched.
Very few yachts come here, and since it is a bird sanctuary we are allowed to stay only 2 nights...but what a wonderful spot!

Day 4: Day sail to 'Small Curacao'

This is a fabulous day of sailing!
From Bonaire to Klein Curacao is about 25 miles west.
After breakfast we set sail in a broad reach to an uninhabited Island called 'Klein Curacao'. (that's smooth sailing)
With a bit of luck we will meet dolphins on the way, and those who like to fish can try for a marlin or  a tuna!
We arrive  in the  afternoon, just in time for some great snorkling, cocktails and an always inspiring sunset.
Dinner aboard.

Day 5 Explore 'Small Curacao'

On Klein Curacao you will find pristine beaches, crystal clear waters: with coral, colorful fish and with a little luck, swimming with turtles!
The Island has many interesting stories, illustrated with a deserted lighthouse, shipwrecks and traces of old settlements. By evening you may have the island for yourself!
In the protected bay we anchor overnight and enjoy the relaxed ambiance of this special secluded place.

Day 6
We sail to Fuik Bay and anchor at the foot of the famous 'Table Mountain'.
The bay is very private bay and offers excellent snorkeling.
For golfing enthusiasts there is a 18 hole golf course just around the corner...

Day 7: Morning sail to Curacao into the Kabrieten Bay

After a relaxed breakfast we complete the easy sail to Curacao to the Kabrieten Bay. srrounded by high ancient rocks we anchor.
For snorkeling enthusiasts or divers there is a sunken tuk boat on a 5 minute walk from our boat. Just walk in the sea and be surrounded by hundreds of colored fish that you can even feed!
The Tuk boat is on 5 meters and easily accessible. 
Visit the beaches,natural parks, famous 'Handelskade' with the floating bridge, floating market, the slave museum or tax free shopping in Punda. Curacao offers some fabulous architecture on the Unesco world heritage list.
We will be happy create a day package to suit your needs.

Snorkeling to sunken Tuk boat

Fort Bleekenburg

Quarantaine house

Famous Floating bridge & Handelskade

Time to explore Curacao!

.so much to see and do on Curacao.
Take your pick!
- From the boat we can take you on a historic hike to a the Bleekenburg Fort and the quarantine house. The captain is a great guide with all the stories.
- step into a submarine and explore the reef at 500ft for a breathtaking once in a lifetime trip.
- Like dolphins? Who doesn't! You can swim, snorkel or dive with dolphins in their natural surroundings.
- Visit Willemstad and explore the famous floating bridge, the handelskade, the slave museum or go shopping.

Day 8: Morning sail to Porto Mari

Today we sail along the south coast of Curacao to Porto Mari.
we can sail close to shore so there is a lot to see.
Porto Mari is a wonderful bay with cristal clear water and beautiful turquoise see. Great for snorkeling.
Lunch at the beach restaurant is an option.

Day 9: Morning sail to West Punt

We take a private mooring in Playa Kalki in front of the famous Kura Hurlanda resort..
After cocktails at sunset, the choice is yours:
A romantic last dinner aboard or ashore at the beautiful Kura Hulanda resort.
Whatever your choice was last night, we are sure you have spend a memorable week aboard Domicil.
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast, one last swim and check out at any time.

Day 10
Depending on your flight time, you will enjoy a great breakfast and a last dip in the waters.
We are sad to say goodbye, but we have wonderful memories which we share!
See you next time on Domicil!