

Best for beginner divers, 5-18m, shore entry, mild current.
Parasasa Beach in Willemstad and South Coast, Curacao, offers a shore entry dive featuring both a wreck and a reef. Suitable for beginners, the site ranges from 5 to 18 metres in depth with an average of 10 metres. Divers encounter mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Marine life includes common Stoplight Parrotfish, alongside uncommon sightings of French Angelfish, Great Barracuda, Green Moray, and Brazilian Reef Octopus. The site is open for night diving, though divers should remain alert to surge and swell conditions, particularly during entry and exit. Parking is available on-site, and caution is advised around sharp coral and rocks to protect equipment.
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Watch your positioning around the wreck and reef, as sharp coral and rocks can catch fins and equipment at shallow depths. The site has parking on site, so you can arrive early in the morning when light penetration is best for a shore entry dive.
The beach offers easy access to the water.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-18m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Divers frequently observe Stoplight Parrotfish, while uncommon sightings include French Angelfish, Great Barracuda, Green Moray, Brazilian Reef Octopus, and various parrotfish species.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and manageable depths, though divers should be aware of potential surge and swell.
The site ranges from 5 to 18 metres in depth, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Parasasa Beach is a shore entry dive with on-site parking available.
Yes, the site is approved for night diving, which offers a different experience of the reef compared to daytime conditions.
Diving at Parasasa Beach in Willemstad requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Parasasa Beach in Willemstad. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Parasasa Beach in Willemstad are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Parasasa Beach in Willemstad typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Parasasa Beach in Willemstad typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.