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10 Wheelchair-Friendly Activities
Here are 10 fantastic wheelchair-friendly activities you won’t want to miss!
Despite the sandy beaches and mountain peaks of Curaçao, the island is much more wheelchair-friendly than one might first think. Whether you enjoy art, culture, nature, or just relaxing at the beach, there are so many things for wheelchair users to enjoy (yes, including the beach!).
1. Get Creative
Paint a Chichi at Serena’s Art Factory. You won’t get a more unique souvenir in Curaçao than your own hand-painted Chichi doll.
At Serena’s Art Factory, you can paint your own Chichi – a colourful, curvy sculpture representing a Caribbean woman. It’s a fun and creative activity that is fully accessible to wheelchair users and non-wheelchair users alike.
The workshop has ample space and is completely wheelchair-friendly, allowing everyone to take part in this special island experience.
2. Explore Mambo Beach in a Beach Wheelchair
Mambo Beach is one of Curaçao’s most popular beaches, and it offers excellent facilities for wheelchair users.
At Dolphin Suites, we rent out beach wheelchairs. Their thick wheels are designed for the sand, and it makes accessing the water a breeze. Enjoy the sun, crystal-clear waters, and laid-back atmosphere of this beautiful beach.
3. Swim with Dolphins in a Beach Wheelchair
Swimming with dolphins is an unforgettable experience, and it’s fully accessible for wheelchair users too!
You’ll enter the water with a trained guide and wear a secure flotation belt, allowing you to glide alongside these friendly creatures. Enjoy a variety of playful interactions—like spins, splashes, and swimming hand-in-fin with the dolphins—in their natural lagoon habitat.
4. Enjoy the Various Happy Hours
Looking for somewhere to relax and enjoy a drink?
The boulevard on Mambo Beach offers several bars where you can enjoy delicious drinks, snacks and live music, complete with wheelchair-accessible restrooms.
Here are a few popular happy hours:
Hemingway Beach Bar: Wednesday, Friday & Sunday, 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Cabana Beach: Wednesday, 8:00 – 9:00 PM
Chill Beach Bar: Friday & Sunday, 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Bonita: Friday, 5:30 – 7:00 PM & Sunday, 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Wet & Wild: Friday, 8:00 – 9:00 PM
5. Take a Dundu Tour Through Otrobanda
Learn more about Curaçao’s rich history and culture with the Dundu tour through Otrobanda.
This district is known for its vibrant murals and historic buildings, and leaves you feeling like you have really experienced the heartbeat of the island. The route is almost all wheelchair-friendly, and there is an accessible restroom available at the Renaissance Hotel. A Dundu tour is one of the best ways to experience local culture and discover some of the more hidden gems in Willemstad.
6. Explore Punda
Punda is a bustling, lively district filled with shops, restaurants, and attractions.
Wheelchair users can easily navigate the area thanks to wide sidewalks and a well-designed accessible infrastructure. Visit the famous
Handelskade, see the iconic floating market, and enjoy lunch at one of the many accessible restaurants. A wheelchair-accessible restroom is available near the ferry crossing.
7. See the Mangrove Forest in Otrobanda
Calling all nature lovers!
The mangroves near Otrobanda are a unique ecosystem, providing a peaceful and scenic setting that can be viewed either on your own or via a wheelchair-friendly tour. The Renaissance Hotel is nearby, meaning a wheelchair-accessible restroom for visitors is never far away.
8. Scuba Dive with CURious2Dive
Want to explore Curaçao’s underwater world?
CURious2Dive offers a unique diving experience for people in wheelchairs or with other mobility impairments. Their specially trained instructors and adapted equipment ensure that everyone can safely discover the magical marine life. After all, Curaçao isn’t one of the best dive sites in the world for nothing!
9. Take an East Side Tour with Embrace Care
Explore the east side of Curaçao with Embrace Care’s East Side Tour.
This organisation offers specially adapted excursions for people with mobility impairments. During the tour, you’ll be taken to breathtaking locations like the salt flats of Jan Thiel and the rugged coastline at Boca Pistol. The guides are experienced in assisting wheelchair users, guaranteeing a hassle-free and informative experience.
10. Or a West Side Tour with Embrace Care
Similarly, Embrace Care offers a West Side Tour, which takes you to some of the most stunning locations on the island’s west side.
Visit Hofi Mango, a beautiful natural area, and take in the stunning views at Grote Knip. For lunch, you’ll head to Porto Marie, which offers a wheelchair-accessible beach and adapted facilities - the perfect spot for a midday meal.
11. Wheelchair-Accessible Dining Options
In addition to the locations mentioned above, Curaçao has several other wheelchair-friendly restaurants.
Wheelchair-friendly restaurants:
Hemingway Beach Bar (Mambo Beach)
Mood Beach (Mambo Beach)
Green House (Mambo Boulevard)
Plasa Bieu (Punda)
Zest or Zanzibar (Jan Thiel Beach)
And There is Much More to Explore!
This is just a selection of some of the wheelchair-friendly activities in Curaçao. At Dolphin Suites, the entire hotel is accessible, including the pools, BBQ area, bathrooms, and kitchens in the rooms, yoga lessons, and the on-site restaurant, Reefs. And with more and more wheelchair visitors vacationing in Curaçao, the island will continue to develop and become even more accessible for all visitors. So pack your bags and discover the beauty of Curaçao - your way!
To book, email:
reservations@dolphinsuites-curacao.com or call or WhatsApp us on
+5999 465 2700.
