

Best for beginner divers, 6-30m, shore entry, mild current.
Playa Porto Marie in Banda Abou, Curacao, features a distinctive double reef system accessible from the shore. The site offers depths ranging from 6 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Divers can explore the natural reef and artificial reef ball clusters located within the bay. Conditions are generally mild, with visibility between 10 and 30 metres and water temperatures ranging from 26 to 30C. The site is suitable for beginners and provides amenities including parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, air fills, a dive shop, and a cafe. Be aware of potential boat traffic and surf when entering the water.
12.21808, -69.08691
An inflated surface marker buoy is mandatory when shore diving due to recreational and commercial boat traffic.
Accessible directly from the sandy beach.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The site ranges from 6 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Yes, Playa Porto Marie is a shore entry dive site.
Yes, the site is popular for snorkelling, particularly along the cliffs and around the reef ball clusters.
Divers and snorkellers should remain cautious of boat traffic and surf conditions.
Diving at Playa Porto Marie in Willibrordus requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Playa Porto Marie in Willibrordus. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.
Playa Porto Marie in Willibrordus typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Playa Porto Marie in Willibrordus typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.