Wonderful underwater world
Have you already dived the most beautiful waters in the world and are you an active scuba diver? Or are you rather insecure and don’t actually dare put your head under water? Would you like to know what awaits you underwater on Curacao? You are right here! It doesn’t matter whether you are a professional diver or whether you can’t get used to a diving mask and a snorkel.
What awaits you underwater on Curacao? Giant tiger sharks and whales? No! Unfortunately not! We have yet to find our first shark on Curacao. And we would be happy if we finally discovered one. In the forums there are pictures and videos of two hammerhead sharks in Lagun Bay. They probably got lost there. In any case, we’ll keep looking!
Normally on Curacao you will find more small things underwater: seahorses and underwater snails that timidly cling to coral. All around there are beautiful underwater worlds with numerous intact corals, gorgonians, etc. – all just beautiful to look at. If you’re lucky, you’ll find a frog fish as a diver: very rare – a highlight!
As a snorkeler, you are happy about the numerous colorful fish that are more afraid of you than you have to be of them. In addition, these “Teletubby masks” have been around for a few years now, which save you the snorkel and cover your entire face. Even our friends who are actually afraid of sticking their heads under water got along really well and reported on their great experiences. Just try it out to see if it’s something for you.
For the hardcore divers among you: There are numerous spots that are served by the dive centers. “Mushroom Forest” with its impressing underwater world, “Blue Room” as a cave with a “blue view” and numerous other top locations. All worth diving! Wreck diving is also popular on Curacao. And there are areas that can only be dived with a special permit. Our partner Bryan (divecuracao.info) is the first address and the perfect contact for this.
What sets Curacao apart from the other diving destinations on this planet? You can dive “offshore” here. Simply take your tank (=of course with your buddy) to the beach for a few dollars and immerse yourself in your very own diving experience. For $12-15 you get a tank (Nitrox is a little bit more) and you can go into the water on one of the beaches. There is often a diving center on site that can give you a briefing. Sometimes not and you are completely on your own with your tanks. Complete freedom!
There are real highlights in various corners that you won’t find anywhere else in the world. Neptune under water? A chichi or a saxophone underwater? The highlight on Curacao is certainly the beautiful turtles. At Playa Grandi in the evening you are guaranteed to be able to experience them up close, both diving and snorkeling. Please do not touch or even “chase”! You don’t want a stranger touching you, do you?
In addition to snorkeling and diving, you can swim with dolphins in a species-appropriate manner at the Seaquarium. The Seaquarium is definitely worth a visit, whether you are a diver or not. Our tip for families!
Last but not least: Go on a unique experience and dive several hundred meters deep with the Substation submarine. You will be amazed at what you can experience at this depth – if you dare.
Do you know the answer? We collected 100+ entertaining questions about Curacao. Have fun!
Quiz Question
How do I find the beach where I can swim with turtles?Answer
You drive to the west of Curacao to Westpunt. After a short distance into village, you will see the beginning of a long bay on your left. Continue along the road until you reach the All West Apartments, which are painted in yellow. Behind it is a large parking lot where you can leave your car. On the right-hand side, go down the stairs to Playa Grandi.
If you have driven past, you’ve got a second chance: turn sharp left in the downhill S-bend, before the octopus tree. This will take you to the smaller parking lot at ground level, which is located directly in front of Playa Piskadó.
Playa Piskadó is the name given to the part of Playa Grandi where the fishermen bring in their catches. There are always lots of turtles in the water.
Been in and underwater enough? How about a bit of relaxation on the snow-white beaches of Curacao? Or a few tips for an excursion in the nature? Also take a look around at our lifestyle and shopping articles. In the secrets category, we reveal what you may not have known about the heart of the Caribbean.
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Wonderful underwater world
Have you already dived the most beautiful waters in the world and are you an active scuba diver? Or are you rather insecure and don’t actually dare put your head under water? Would you like to know what awaits you underwater on Curacao? You are right here! It doesn’t matter whether you are a professional diver or whether you can’t get used to a diving mask and a snorkel.
What awaits you underwater on Curacao? Giant tiger sharks and whales? No! Unfortunately not! We have yet to find our first shark on Curacao. And we would be happy if we finally discovered one. In the forums there are pictures and videos of two hammerhead sharks in Lagun Bay. They probably got lost there. In any case, we’ll keep looking!
Normally on Curacao you will find more small things underwater: seahorses and underwater snails that timidly cling to coral. All around there are beautiful underwater worlds with numerous intact corals, gorgonians, etc. – all just beautiful to look at. If you’re lucky, you’ll find a frog fish as a diver: very rare – a highlight!
As a snorkeler, you are happy about the numerous colorful fish that are more afraid of you than you have to be of them. In addition, these “Teletubby masks” have been around for a few years now, which save you the snorkel and cover your entire face. Even our friends who are actually afraid of sticking their heads under water got along really well and reported on their great experiences. Just try it out to see if it’s something for you.
For the hardcore divers among you: There are numerous spots that are served by the dive centers. “Mushroom Forest” with its impressing underwater world, “Blue Room” as a cave with a “blue view” and numerous other top locations. All worth diving! Wreck diving is also popular on Curacao. And there are areas that can only be dived with a special permit. Our partner Bryan (divecuracao.info) is the first address and the perfect contact for this.
What sets Curacao apart from the other diving destinations on this planet? You can dive “offshore” here. Simply take your tank (=of course with your buddy) to the beach for a few dollars and immerse yourself in your very own diving experience. For $12-15 you get a tank (Nitrox is a little bit more) and you can go into the water on one of the beaches. There is often a diving center on site that can give you a briefing. Sometimes not and you are completely on your own with your tanks. Complete freedom!
There are real highlights in various corners that you won’t find anywhere else in the world. Neptune under water? A chichi or a saxophone underwater? The highlight on Curacao is certainly the beautiful turtles. At Playa Grandi in the evening you are guaranteed to be able to experience them up close, both diving and snorkeling. Please do not touch or even “chase”! You don’t want a stranger touching you, do you?
In addition to snorkeling and diving, you can swim with dolphins in a species-appropriate manner at the Seaquarium. The Seaquarium is definitely worth a visit, whether you are a diver or not. Our tip for families!
Last but not least: Go on a unique experience and dive several hundred meters deep with the Substation submarine. You will be amazed at what you can experience at this depth – if you dare.
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Curacao is alive and things are always changing. What has changed since our last visit? How is your experience? Would you please share your personal experiences with us? Feel free to write your comment under this article and follow us on our social media channels. There you can spontaneously share your personal impressions with us and our community – “sharing is caring”. We look forward to your contribution and every new follower!
Been in and underwater enough? How about a bit of relaxation on the snow-white beaches of Curacao? Or a few tips for an excursion in the nature? Also take a look around at our lifestyle and shopping articles. In the secrets category, we reveal what you may not have known about the heart of the Caribbean.
Quiz Question
How do I find the beach where I can swim with turtles?Answer
You drive to the west of Curacao to Westpunt. After a short distance into village, you will see the beginning of a long bay on your left. Continue along the road until you reach the All West Apartments, which are painted in yellow. Behind it is a large parking lot where you can leave your car. On the right-hand side, go down the stairs to Playa Grandi.
If you have driven past, you’ve got a second chance: turn sharp left in the downhill S-bend, before the octopus tree. This will take you to the smaller parking lot at ground level, which is located directly in front of Playa Piskadó.
Playa Piskadó is the name given to the part of Playa Grandi where the fishermen bring in their catches. There are always lots of turtles in the water.
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Wonderful underwater world
Have you already dived the most beautiful waters in the world and are you an active scuba diver? Or are you rather insecure and don’t actually dare put your head under water? Would you like to know what awaits you underwater on Curacao? You are right here! It doesn’t matter whether you are a professional diver or whether you can’t get used to a diving mask and a snorkel.
What awaits you underwater on Curacao? Giant tiger sharks and whales? No! Unfortunately not! We have yet to find our first shark on Curacao. And we would be happy if we finally discovered one. In the forums there are pictures and videos of two hammerhead sharks in Lagun Bay. They probably got lost there. In any case, we’ll keep looking!
Normally on Curacao you will find more small things underwater: seahorses and underwater snails that timidly cling to coral. All around there are beautiful underwater worlds with numerous intact corals, gorgonians, etc. – all just beautiful to look at. If you’re lucky, you’ll find a frog fish as a diver: very rare – a highlight!
As a snorkeler, you are happy about the numerous colorful fish that are more afraid of you than you have to be of them. In addition, these “Teletubby masks” have been around for a few years now, which save you the snorkel and cover your entire face. Even our friends who are actually afraid of sticking their heads under water got along really well and reported on their great experiences. Just try it out to see if it’s something for you.
For the hardcore divers among you: There are numerous spots that are served by the dive centers. “Mushroom Forest” with its impressing underwater world, “Blue Room” as a cave with a “blue view” and numerous other top locations. All worth diving! Wreck diving is also popular on Curacao. And there are areas that can only be dived with a special permit. Our partner Bryan (divecuracao.info) is the first address and the perfect contact for this.
What sets Curacao apart from the other diving destinations on this planet? You can dive “offshore” here. Simply take your tank (=of course with your buddy) to the beach for a few dollars and immerse yourself in your very own diving experience. For $12-15 you get a tank (Nitrox is a little bit more) and you can go into the water on one of the beaches. There is often a diving center on site that can give you a briefing. Sometimes not and you are completely on your own with your tanks. Complete freedom!
There are real highlights in various corners that you won’t find anywhere else in the world. Neptune under water? A chichi or a saxophone underwater? The highlight on Curacao is certainly the beautiful turtles. At Playa Grandi in the evening you are guaranteed to be able to experience them up close, both diving and snorkeling. Please do not touch or even “chase”! You don’t want a stranger touching you, do you?
In addition to snorkeling and diving, you can swim with dolphins in a species-appropriate manner at the Seaquarium. The Seaquarium is definitely worth a visit, whether you are a diver or not. Our tip for families!
Last but not least: Go on a unique experience and dive several hundred meters deep with the Substation submarine. You will be amazed at what you can experience at this depth – if you dare.
Articles you might be interested in:
Curacao is alive and things are always changing. What has changed since our last visit? How is your experience? Would you please share your personal experiences with us? Feel free to write your comment under this article and follow us on our social media channels. There you can spontaneously share your personal impressions with us and our community – “sharing is caring”. We look forward to your contribution and every new follower!
Been in and underwater enough? How about a bit of relaxation on the snow-white beaches of Curacao? Or a few tips for an excursion in the nature? Also take a look around at our lifestyle and shopping articles. In the secrets category, we reveal what you may not have known about the heart of the Caribbean.
Quiz Question
How do I find the beach where I can swim with turtles?Answer
You drive to the west of Curacao to Westpunt. After a short distance into village, you will see the beginning of a long bay on your left. Continue along the road until you reach the All West Apartments, which are painted in yellow. Behind it is a large parking lot where you can leave your car. On the right-hand side, go down the stairs to Playa Grandi.
If you have driven past, you’ve got a second chance: turn sharp left in the downhill S-bend, before the octopus tree. This will take you to the smaller parking lot at ground level, which is located directly in front of Playa Piskadó.
Playa Piskadó is the name given to the part of Playa Grandi where the fishermen bring in their catches. There are always lots of turtles in the water.
#withus – our articles at your fingertips on a common map – try it!