Visiting Playa Lagun with a rental car
Playa Lagun is a narrow bay between rock walls in Bandabou, in the west of Curaçao, known among snorkellers. There is no practical public transport to it, so a rental car is the usual way to get there.
Driving time and access
From Hato Airport it is about a 40-minute drive to Playa Lagun; from Blue Bay / Sint Michiel it takes about 30 minutes. The route follows the road to Westpunt.
There is no public transport that makes Playa Lagun practically reachable. With a rental car you decide how early you leave and you can easily combine the visit with other spots in Bandabou.
What to bring
Bring your own snorkelling gear, water and something to eat; facilities on site are limited. Water shoes are useful on the rocky entry. Check the bay's current visitor information beforehand.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Playa Lagun?
- Playa Lagun is a narrow bay between rock walls in Bandabou, in the west of Curaçao, known among snorkellers. There is no practical public transport to it, so a rental car is the usual way to get there.
- How long is the drive from Hato and Blue Bay to Playa Lagun?
- From Hato Airport it is about a 40-minute drive to Playa Lagun; from Blue Bay / Sint Michiel it takes about 30 minutes. The route follows the road to Westpunt.
- What should you bring to Playa Lagun?
- Bring your own snorkelling gear, water and something to eat; facilities on site are limited. Water shoes are useful on the rocky entry. Check the bay's current visitor information beforehand.