Grote Knip

Grote Knip is a beach and reef complex on Curaçao's coast featuring coral formations that stretch from the shoreline into deeper water and support diverse marine life. The underwater environment holds colorful fish and other tropical marine creatures inhabiting the coral structures.

The area around Grote Knip connects to the 1795 slave uprising when enslaved people rebelled against oppression. The nearby Landhuis Knip plantation house, now home to the Tula Museum, documents this important chapter.

The name Knip derives from Kenepa, a local fruit tree once cultivated on the former plantation that produced fruits resembling lychees.

Visitors can reach the beach and reef via stone stairs from the parking area with rental options for beach chairs and umbrellas. The location is relatively easy to access and offers facilities for spending time by the water.

The water at Grote Knip shifts through multiple shades of blue, marking distinct zones for safe swimming near shore and snorkeling by the rocks. These color changes happen due to varying water depths and sandy bottom, revealing the underwater landscape.

GPS coordinates: 12.35167,-69.15167

Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:06