Highlights
- A private introductory scuba dive—great for first-timers, no prior certification needed.
- Learn basic scuba skills with a private instructor.
- Dive at a nearby reef to see marine life such as coral, fish, maybe more.
- The experience lasts about 3 hours 30 minutes.
- Flexible scheduling: morning or afternoon sessions offered.
- Pickup service is available, especially from the Piscadera and Jan Thiel areas.
Description
This tour is designed for people who’ve never tried scuba diving before (or haven’t recently) and want to experience diving in a safe, guided, private setting. An instructor will take you through the basics: how to use the gear, some safety and breathing techniques, then lead you into the water at a shore dive site (by reef). You’ll spend time underwater observing coral formations and marine life. The setting is beginner-friendly, and no prior certification or experience is required.
Included
- Use of full scuba equipment.
- Instruction from a private instructor.
- All fees & taxes.
- Cookies and water.
- Lunch.
- Pickup (if requested) from certain areas: Piscadera and Jan Thiel.
Important Information
- Duration: approx 3 hr 30 min.
- Maximum group size: up to 7 travellers.
- Confirmation is subject to availability and will be given within 48 hours of booking.
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- Service animals are allowed.
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers.
- Persons with heart problems or serious medical conditions may not be able to participate.
- Meeting point address: 41 Nijmegenstraat, Willemstad, Curaçao.
- Ends back at the meeting point.
- Cancellation policy: can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for full refund.
Traveler Tips
- Wear swimwear under your clothes so you can change quickly.
- Bring a towel, sunscreen (reef-safe if possible), hat, sunglasses.
- If you have your own mask/snorkel and fins and prefer them, check with the operator whether you can bring them.
- Arrive a bit early so you can fill out any forms, get fitted, etc.
- Let the instructor know if you have any ears, nose, or breathing concerns ahead of time.
- If you’re susceptible to seasickness or anxious underwater, consider practicing breathing and relaxing techniques beforehand.
- Bring a spare set of clothes. A waterproof bag for wet gear is helpful.
- Check weather and sea conditions; sometimes visibility or currents may affect the dive.
- If camera/phone: use waterproof housing if you plan to take photos. Ask in advance whether underwater photography is allowed.
