

Best for beginner divers, 14-24m, boat entry, mild current.
The Sonesta Plane Wreck is an artificial reef located 500 metres offshore in the Antilla Wreck Area. Resting on a sandy bottom at depths between 14 and 24 metres, the aircraft remains largely intact, allowing divers to view the fuselage structure. Conditions are generally manageable with mild currents and visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres. Access is by boat only. While the site is suitable for beginners, the wreck presents overhead environment hazards, and divers should avoid entering the fuselage unless properly trained. Maintain buoyancy control to prevent contact with the structure and surrounding substrate.
12.49908, -70.03032
The cockpit areas house giant moray eels, and coconut octopuses can be found in the landing gear wells.
The site is reached by boat from the coast of Aruba.
Recorded at this site
Depth
14-24m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Sep
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and manageable conditions, though divers should remain outside the wreck to avoid overhead environment hazards.
The wreck rests on a sandy bottom at depths ranging from 14 to 24 metres, with an average depth of 19 metres.
No, the site is located 500 metres offshore and requires a boat charter for access.
Yes, the site is used for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Diving at Sonesta Plane Wreck in Oranjestad requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Sonesta Plane Wreck in Oranjestad. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Sonesta Plane Wreck in Oranjestad. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Sonesta Plane Wreck in Oranjestad are September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Sonesta Plane Wreck in Oranjestad typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Sonesta Plane Wreck in Oranjestad typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.