Go West Buggy Tour on Curaçao: Dust, flamingos & sibling chaos

When your younger brother visits the island for the first time since he was 12, you know it’s time to pull out the big guns. No floating in the sea or lazy beach days for this one. Nope—he wanted to drive things. Fast. Loud. Dusty. So we booked the Go West Buggy Adventure, and I happily took the backseat—literally.

What is the Go West Buggy Tour on Curaçao?

The Go West Buggy Adventure is a guided off-road tour that takes you through Curaçao’s clay desert, past flamingo-filled salt flats, and ends with a dip at Kokomo Beach—perfect for thrill seekers and nature lovers alike.

My brother (25, proud new car owner, overly confident behind any wheel) was very excited to take the wheel. “Let me show you how we do this in the Netherlands,” he said, revving the buggy like he was auditioning for Fast & Furious: Curaçao Drift.

I, meanwhile, had goggles on, dust in my teeth, and the time of my life.

Red clay, caves, and flamingos—what more do you need?

The Buggy Tour on Curaçao started in Tera Kòrá, a Mars-like red clay area where we zipped across dirt trails and stopped to explore a natural cave. From there, we passed rugged hills and cacti, and then came a surprise moment of zen: the flamingo salt flats. They were just there—hundreds of them—wading around in pink elegance while we tried to take selfies without falling into the mud.

Then came the cooldown: Kokomo Beach. And trust me, after an hour of getting hit in the face with red dust, that water felt like a spa day. We didn’t snorkel much, just floated, laughed, and let the adrenaline settle.

Would I do it again?

Yes. But next time I’m driving.

Whether you're visiting with family, friends, or a sibling trying to relive their teenage years in one afternoon, this tour hits all the right notes: wild, scenic, dusty, and unexpectedly hilarious.

We had an absolute blast—if you're up for a bumpy ride with a big reward, I’d definitely recommend booking this buggy tour through the link below.

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FAQ

Do you need to drive your own buggy? No—there are two seats per buggy. If you don’t feel like driving (like me), just hop in the passenger seat and enjoy the ride.

What should I wear? Something you don’t mind getting dirty. You’ll get goggles and a bandana for dust, but trust me, your clothes will tell the story afterward.