The Kingdom of the Netherlands

CARIBBEAN PART OF THE KINGDOM

The Kingdom of the Netherlands

You hear about the Caribbean Netherlands or the Caribbean part of the Kingdom. But what about the islands in the Caribbean? What islands belong to the kingdom and what is their status with the Netherlands?

Which islands are a part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands?
The Kingdom of the Netherlands consists of 4 countries: The Netherlands, Aruba, Curaçao and Sint Maarten. BonaireSt. Eustatius and Saba have a separate status within the Netherlands. Together they are called the Caribbean Netherlands. Together with the countries of Aruba, Curacao and St. Maarten, they form the Caribbean part of the Kingdom.

The Caribbean part of the Kingdom thus consists of:

  • The countries of Aruba, Curaçao and St. Maarten
  • The 3 public entities (special municipalities of the Netherlands) are Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba. 

If you add to the Caribbean part of the Kingdom also the Netherlands then together this is called the Kingdom of the Netherlands. King Willem-Alexander is therefore not only head of state of the Netherlands but also of the Caribbean part of the Kingdom. 

Caribbean Tours currently only offers tours, tickets and activities in Aruba, Bonaire & Curacao, the so called ABC-islands. In the near future we will further expand our offer with also the other islands that are part of the Caribbean part of the Kingdom. 

Aruba

Capital: Oranjestad (Orange city)

Status within the Kingdom: country
Surface area: 180 km²
Population: 112,309 (2019)
Population density: 631/km²
Languages: Dutch, Papiamento, English
National anthem: Aruba Dushi Tera
Currency: Aruban florin

Curacao

Capital: Willemstad

Status within the Kingdom: country
Surface area: 444 km²
Population: 158,665 (2019)
Population density: 317/km²
Languages: Dutch, Papiamentu, English
National anthem: Himno di Kòrsou
Currency: Antillean guilder

Sint Maarten

Capital: Philipsburg

Status within the Kingdom: country
Surface area: 34 km²
Population: 41,486 (2016)
Population density: 1,220/km²
Languages: Dutch, English
National anthem: O Sweet Saint Martin's Land
Currency: Antillean guilder

Bonaire

Capital: Kralendijk

Status within the Kingdom: municipality
Surface area: 288 km²
Population: 20,104 (2019)
Population density: 60/km²
Languages: Dutch, Papiamentu
National anthem: Tera di Solo y Suave Biento
Currency: American dollar

St. Eustatius

Capital: Oranjestad (Orange city)

Status within the Kingdom: municipality
Surface area: 21 km²
Population: 3,138 (2019)
Population density: 191/km²
Languages: Dutch, English
National anthem: Golden Rock
Currency: American dollar

Saba

Capital: The Bottom

Status within the Kingdom: municipality
Surface area: 13 km²
Population: 1,915 (2019)
Population density: 152/km²
Languages: Dutch, English
National anthem: Saba you rise from the ocean
Currency: American dollar

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Offroad Tour East Coast

Available from 13-05-2026
Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat
Price per ticket$180
2.5 hours
Get behind the wheel of a Buggy or Quad, step on the gas, tear off-road across the plains and enjoy nature. Enjoy this tough Offroad Tour East Coast to the fullest.
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Tiki Boat Spanish Water

Available from 12-05-2026
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat
Price per ticket$269
4 hours
Floating around, sailing, swimming, having a drink and optional BBQ on board. Perhaps one of the most fun activities on Curacao. Become Captain on your own cute orange round Tiki Boat and start exploring the Spanish Waters!
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Buggy Curacao ATV West Tour

Available from 11-05-2026
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun
Price per ticket$229
3 hours
Explore the rugged terrain of Curacao with the exciting Go West Buggy Tour! Start your adventure amid clay deserts and end at an enchanting voodoo cave with natural sculptures. An unforgettable buggy experience full of natural splendor and adventure awaits you!
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JetSki Curacao Tour Spanish Water

Available from 11-05-2026
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri
Price per ticket$135
1 hour
Sail with your 160hp jet ski over the Spanish water and admire the beautiful coastline with the most beautiful houses.
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Rappelling Juliana Bridge Curacao

Available from 14-05-2026
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun
Price per ticket$82
Half day
Rapel down from the 45 meter high Juliana Bridge! One of the most famous iconic landmarks of Curaçao,
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Offroad Jeep Safari Cas Abou

Available from 12-05-2026
Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun
Price per ticket$99
5 hours
Climb aboard this rugged and incredibly comfortable Jeep and discover Curaçao in an adventurous way! Explore the San Pedro plains, an ancient cave, and the beautiful Cas Abou off-road!
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Available from 16-05-2026
Sails on: every weekend
Price per ticket$170
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Departure at 9:00 am with the Miss Ann Supreme to Klein Curacao. Including beach service, extensive BBQ lunch and open bar with alcohol. Enjoy the Beach House with beach beds and all facilities.
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Aquafari Underwater Scooter

Available from 18-05-2026
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun
Price per ticket$139
1.5 hours
Explore the underwater world without any diving experience with these awesome yellow Aquafari underwater scooters. The Aquafari scooter is accessible to everyone and easy to drive. It's a blast for all ages, and no experience is necessary!  
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Offroad Jeep & Snorkel Safari

Available from 12-05-2026
Tue | Thu | Sat
Price per ticket$85
4 hours
Join us on this exciting off-road jeep safari tour! For 4 hours you will explore the rough terrain and stunning nature of the East side of Curaçao!
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