

Best for beginner divers, 20-27m, boat entry, mild current.
Tire Reef is an artificial reef structure located 500 metres off the coast in the Antilla Wreck Area of Aruba. Composed of stacked tyres, the site sits at depths ranging from 20 to 27 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Divers access the site by boat, experiencing mild currents and visibility between 15 and 30 metres. The water temperature remains consistent between 26 and 29 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Divers should maintain buoyancy control and keep a distance from the tyre stacks to avoid sharp coral and encrusted edges on the structure. This site is suitable for beginners and typically allows for a 45-minute dive.
12.48250, -70.01042
Confirm boat departure times and operator details locally before you plan your day, as facilities at the site itself are absent. Keep a metre or so of distance from the tyre stacks to avoid the sharp coral and encrusted edges while still getting a good look at the structure.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
20-27m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though divers should be prepared to manage mild currents and maintain good buoyancy control around the artificial structure.
The site sits at depths between 20 and 27 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Tire Reef is a boat-only dive site located 500 metres from the shore.
Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres, with water temperatures between 26 and 29 degrees Celsius.
The primary hazards include sharp coral and encrusted edges on the tyre structure. Divers should also monitor local boat traffic and be mindful of potential entanglement risks.
Diving at Tire Reef in Oranjestad requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Tire Reef in Oranjestad. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.