

Best for beginner divers, 5-35m, shore entry, mild current.
Blue Bay Garden is a slopestyle reef located at Banda Abou, Curacao. The site features a topography of coral gardens interspersed with sandy and rocky formations. Divers can access the reef via an easy shore entry from the beach, starting near a wave breaker. The site ranges in depth from 5 to 35 metres, making it suitable for both beginners and advanced divers. Conditions are generally mild with visibility between 20 and 30 metres. Facilities available at the location include parking, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours. Night diving is permitted, with typical dives lasting approximately 50 minutes.
12.13286, -68.98502
Due to recreational and commercial boat traffic, an inflated surface marker buoy is mandatory when shore diving.
The site is located within the Blue Bay Golf and Beach Resort.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-35m
Visibility
20-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Sep
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its easy shore entry and gradual slope, which allows for a range of depths from 5 to 35 metres.
The reef topography extends from a shallow depth of 5 metres down to 35 metres.
Blue Bay Garden is a shore dive with an easy beach entrance located near a wave breaker.
Yes, the shallow sections of the reef starting at 5 metres are accessible for snorkelling.
The best months to visit this site are January and September.
Divers should be cautious of boat traffic in the area and sharp coral on the reef.
Diving at Blue Bay Garden in Willemstad requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Blue Bay Garden in Willemstad. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Blue Bay Garden in Willemstad. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
Blue Bay Garden in Willemstad typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Blue Bay Garden in Willemstad typically ranges from 20 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.