Information about rock climbing on Curacao (contains free e-guidebooks)

This page acts as a placeholder to share information about rock climbing on the island of Curacao with the global climbing community. Originally published in 2019, the last update was 30 June 2026.

If you are visiting Curacao on a holiday and you're looking for a climbing buddy, please check this forum post on Mountain Project. This is a place for climbers to announce their visits, what gear they're bringing and what they are planning to do. It's of course also possible to get in touch with the local community, but especially if you're here for a short stay (2 weeks or less), using the Mountain project forum will maximize your chances of getting in touch with other climbers.  

 

Please be safe! If you are climbing in a location that involves a hike of 30 minutes or more, treat it like a serious undertaking in remote wilderness. A simple injury stranding you in the Curacao wilderness can quickly become dangerous because of our climate (intense sun/dehydration). There are only few hikers and other climbers, so the chances of encountering help while you're out are minimal. The local emergency number is 911. 

Regarding bolts. Fort Beekenburg, Kabrietenberg, Punta Partawela, Mirador and Seru Sablika were bolted with titanium glue-in bolts. Seru Pretu/Piscadera, Roi Rincon and Tafelberg were initially bolted with stainless steel expansion bolts. In some areas, degraded expansion bolts have been replaced with titanium glue-ins. Stainless steel expansion bolts have failed in locations with a tropical sea climate, like Curacao. Read this article for more information. Up to the summer of 2026, no bolts have failed that we know of. The first bolts were installed in 2017. Old expansion bolts are being replaced in some areas. This is volunteer work, however, that has to be funded out of donations, and proceeds at its own pace. Ultimately, you, as a climber, are responsible to assess the safety of the bolts in the location where you climb, and to act accordingly.  

Climbing gear. Not that much different from normal: depends on what you want to do. If you can't bring gear, it is available for rent through Rock Climbing Curacao or Gecko Climbing Gear Rental Curacao (geckocgr@gmail.com). Other than that, take a hat (our sun is intense), plenty of water, and when reaching the climbing area involves a hike bring sturdy shoes or hiking boots (our rocks are sharp). A set of garden or pruning shears can be very helpful if you happen to climb in a place that hasn't seen much action recently. The RCC office (see Tafelberg below) is the only place on the island that sells climbing gear.

Information. Information about climbing in Curacao can be found on this page, Mountainproject and the NKBV tochtenwiki (Dutch). Climbing areas are listed below from east to west. In 2025, work was started on island-wide climbing guide. Work on that is still underway.

1. Tafelberg

Tafelberg is the largest climbing area on Curacao. It has the most routes (right now 114), the higest walls, the hardest routes and a huge additional development potential; rock climbing at Tafelberg is expanding all the time. The area also includes a via ferrata, a system of hiking trails and rappelling sites. It's possible to hire a guide if you're a first time climber - Tafelberg also has beginner climbs. To top it all, this is the only location in the island where bouldering on natural rock has been developed. The area is on private property, so a small access fee applies. This needs to be paid at the Rock Climbing Curacao office, which is located here. The RCC office is the only place on the island that sells climbing gear.

Information about the climbing routes can be found on Mountainproject.

Early in 2025, boulders were developed on the outcrops near Tafelberg. The guidebook can be downloaded here. 

2. Kabrietenberg 

Kabrietenberg is all about adventure climbing. It was developed as a multi pitch climbing area, mainly to avoid rope drag. It's mostly bolted, but some pitches require mobile protection (cams etc). Kabrietenberg is the second largest climbing area in the island (23 routes and 5 variations for a total of 39 pitches). The area is quite windy, sun or shade depends on the time of year; except sector "Jenseits der morgenrote", which has no wind and shade in the morning. It's 30 minutes walk from the parking.

A free guidebook, which also contains directions, can be downloaded here.

A video introduction of the Kabrietenberg can be viewed here.


Latest news: in 2026, 16 new climbs are being added to the block underneath the north face. Work is expected to be completed by the end of 2026. Until then, here is a temporary mini topo for all routes that are ready to be climbed.

3. Fort Beekenburg 

Climbing on the outcrops surrounding the Fort Beekenburg parking (the fort proper, as well as the rocks that it's on, is a historical, protected site). This area is beginner-friendly and very accessible. On the other side of the road is the sea, so you can go for a swim afterwards, or dip your toes to cool off. There are 24 routes. Most of the area has shade in the morning. The climbing is at a crawling distance from the parking. 

Before climbing was developed here, some bouldering was done around the parking place. As far as we know, this his not been documented, but there are plenty of options available.

To get the latest version of the free e-guidebook, that also contains directions to get there, click here.

A nice video introducing the climbing area can be viewed here.

Latest news: the Fort Beekenburg area has grown more popular over the years, which means there has been a lot of littering. If you encounter garbage, it's highly appreciated if you dump some in the bin on the other side of the road. 

4. Flipside skatepark

The only commercially available place on the island where you can go for indoor bouldering (i.e. on plastic holds). Located very centrally in Scherpenheuvel, the place has climbing shoes for rent, and a bar to get a drink. 

Click here to visit the website of Flipside.

5. Seru Sablika 

Small climbing area near the Queen Emma bridge, on the Punda side of the city center. A first sector with 5 routes has been realized. There is plenty of potential for future development. When it's shady or sunny depends on the time of year. There is seldom any wind. 10 minutes walk from the parking.

To get the latest version of the free e-guidebook, that also contains directions to get there, click here.

Latest news: when climbing at this location, take care if you are allergic to bee stings. Bees are very active at this crag. Before climbing, inspect your route to see how much activity there is. Around sunrise and sunset they are most active, as they are leaving or returning to their nest.  

6. Seru Pretu/Piscadera 

The place where it all started in 2017. Home of the first bolted climbing routes that were developed in Curacao. Has some hard routes, just like Tafelberg and Mirador, although some of it desperately needs rebolting. A rebolting effort is underway, but has not finished. Has 22 routes in 4 sectors. Often has some wind, when it's shady or sunny depends on the time of year. 15 minutes walk from the parking. There is no guidebook available, but more information can be found online:

• Click here for information in English
• Click here for information in Dutch

Latest news: in the fall of 2025, we tried to continue the rebolting effort in sector Resistencia (the first sector with the large overhangs). However, due to the presence of bees, we have not been able to rebolt. Be aware of the bolt situation and the risk of bee attacks. 

7. Roi Rincon

This is the second climbing area that was developed in Curacao. It's in a sheltered valley with many trees (watch out for the manzanilla trees and apples, they are poisonous!). The 31 climbs here are generally short but steep. Most of them are bolted, but there are also a couple of easy trad routes with bolted anchors. No wind, but often shady. 15 minutes walk from the parking. For the routes that were developed initially, no guidebook is avalaible, but information can be found online: 

• Click here for information in English
• Click here for information in Dutch

Important: Parke Roi Rincon is accessible between 7 AM and 7 PM every day. This means that your car needs to be out of the parking by 7 PM or you risk not being able to leave because the gate is closed and locked. If you want to climb outside these hours, please park outside the gate.

In 2023, a new sector called "What's around the corner?" was added, greatly expanding the number of moderate level climbs in the area. 

A note from the creator: "A "hidden" rock crack with easy to medium sports climbing routes and possibilities to explore different climbing styles on sports routes or top ropes. Rock type is an irregular limestone surface, from smooth slab to Curaçao famous tufa's and grippy sharp edges. There are many thread options to aid any redundancy on top rope anchors. Climb responsibly! LNT!". 

Topo of "What's around the corner":

 

In 2024, some bouldering was developed on the blocks next to the parking near the well. The information can be found here. 

And in 2025, work was undertaken to expand sector "Kiddie Corner". 3 new routes were added, and the route "Kiddie corner left", that could only be top roped, was equipped with intermediary bolts so it can be led. 

Topo of "Kiddie Corner" after the expansion: 

8. Punta Partawela

Climbing area that was developed during the bolting workshop in 2022. Nice natural area with beautiful views. Always windy and shady in the afternoon, which is the preferred time to go. 30-40 minutes walk from the parking. 7 routes were developed during the workshop, 2 routes were added later. There is plenty of potential for future development.

It can be reached from below (plains of Hato, park at Kueba Pachi) or above (Landhuis Daniel trail, east section). It's possible to park at Landhuis Daniel in the afternoon (have a drink there), otherwise use the parking at the entrance of the early bird's trail. 

Important: the second part of the trail (going to the rock) goes over sharp rock and can be hard to find, especially in the dark. Wear sturdy shoes or hiking boots. If you climb in the afternoon, take a headlamp for the way back. 

• Click here for the guidebook on 27crags
• Click here for the parking at Landhuis Daniel
• Click here for the parking at the early bird's access point

9. Mirador 

Climbing area in the Rif Sint Marie area, on the edge of the Seru Largu national park. Beautiful natural setting. Has some hard climbing, just like Tafelberg and Seru Pretu/Piscadera. Quite steep and sometimes blank for Curacao standards. There is plenty of potential for further development. The south side has some wind, shade or sun depends on the time of year. The west side has no wind, it's advised  to climb there in the morning only. Often has some wind, when it's shady or sunny depends on the time of year. 15 minutes walk from the parking.

The initial 7 routes were put up in 2023. Consult the guidebook on 27crags for all information about these routes. This includes links to parking place and Komoot for the access trail. 

If you have a car that cannot go offroad (i.e. a rental) you can drive into Coral Estate, report at the gate that you're going hiking, and park at he hiker's parking (which is located here). The path that goes down from there can also be used to get to the climbing area (about 30 minutes walking). The last part of the access trail can be hard to find and navigate.  

In 2024 and 2025 6 new routes were added to this climbing area, harnessing the challenges of the roofs and blank sections of the main wall of Mirador.

Topo of the new routes: