An iconic shallow shipwreck in Caracasbaai, sitting in just five metres of water and covered in orange cup coral. Perfect first snorkel of the day — calm conditions, exceptional visibility, and reef fish schooling around the hull. Suitable for first-time snorkelers.

Our morning swim stop. We anchor at Kokomo Beach, or alternatively at Blauwbaai depending on sea conditions that day. Both offer calm turquoise water, easy-entry snorkeling along rocky flanks with parrotfish and sergeant majors, and a welcome chance to relax on board with a drink between snorkel stops.

A luminous sea cave on Curaçao's rugged north-west coast where sunlight refracts through an underwater opening to turn the entire interior electric blue. Our captain anchors outside the cave and guests swim in with masks and fins — it's one of the most photographed underwater moments on the island, and only accessible by boat.

Also known as "Turtle Beach" — a small fishing bay where green sea turtles glide through shallow water just metres from shore. We anchor offshore for a guided snorkel session; most guests see three or four turtles within the first thirty minutes. No feeding — pure observation, respectful of the animals.

Just minutes by boat from Playa Piskado, on the westernmost tip of the island. The reef here drops into "Alice in Wonderland" — an 18-metre coral wall nicknamed for its mountainous formations and exceptional visibility. Quick snorkel stop with giant barrel sponges, angelfish and the occasional eagle ray, plus a chance to step ashore on a small dramatic cliff-beach.

Cruising back south from the west point, our next anchor is the most-photographed beach on Curaçao — a powder-white crescent framed by dramatic limestone cliffs. Longer swim stop, optional snorkel along the rocky edges where parrotfish and juvenile barracuda school, and plenty of time on board between swims.

Grote Knip's quieter little sister cove, a short hop around the cliff — calmer water, fewer swimmers, more intimate. Our final anchor of the day: stretch out, sip a signature cocktail, and watch the afternoon light on the cliffs before we cruise back to Willemstad.