

Best for intermediate divers, 8-30m, shore entry, strong current.
Awa Blanku is a shore-entry reef dive located on the south coast of Curaçao. The reef structure begins at 8 metres and slopes down to a maximum depth of 30 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Visibility at the site ranges from 15 to 30 metres. Divers should be prepared for strong, shifting currents that require solid buoyancy control and navigation skills. Due to these conditions, the site is suited for intermediate divers. Divers should arrive self-sufficient with all equipment, as no facilities are confirmed on-site. Using a surface marker buoy is recommended to account for potential drift along the coast.
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Current at Awa Blanku can run strong and shift without much warning, so check conditions on the day before entering and dive with a surface marker buoy in case the current carries you along the coast. Facilities are not confirmed on-site, so arrive self-sufficient with all your kit ready at the car.
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Depth
8-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
The reef structure extends from 8 metres down to 30 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of strong and shifting currents.
Awa Blanku is a shore-entry dive site.
Water temperatures range between 26 and 30 degrees Celsius, and visibility typically spans 15 to 30 metres. Strong currents are a defining hazard at this location.
Check conditions before entering, plan your dive around the current direction, and use a surface marker buoy in case the current carries you along the coast.
Diving at Awa Blanku in Willemstad requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Awa Blanku in Willemstad. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Awa Blanku in Willemstad are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.