

Best for beginner divers, 5-40m, shore entry, mild current.
Tugboat is a versatile site located in Caracasbaai, near Willemstad and the South Coast of Curacao. The site features a wreck resting in shallow water at an average depth of 5 metres, with the surrounding reef and wall extending to 40 metres. Situated 150 metres from the shore, it is accessible via a shore entry from Tugboat Beach. The site is suitable for both divers and snorkellers, offering visibility ranging from 3 to 30 metres. Conditions are generally mild, though visitors should remain aware of boat traffic, depth, jellyfish, sharp coral, and surf. Facilities at the site include parking, a dive shop, a cafe, toilets, and showers.
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Skip hauling heavy tanks around the island and rent them directly at the on-site dive shop.
Park near the water at Tugboat Beach in Caracas Bay for a simple shore entry, or access via boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-40m
Visibility
3-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Mild
Yes, Tugboat is suitable for snorkelling, with the wreck resting in shallow water at an average depth of 5 metres.
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginners due to the shallow depth of the wreck and generally mild conditions.
Access is via a shore entry from Tugboat Beach, located 150 metres from the wreck.
The site ranges from 5 to 40 metres, with the wreck itself located at an average depth of 5 metres.
Hazards include boat traffic, depth, jellyfish, marine life, sharp coral, and surf.
Diving at Tugboat in Willemstad requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Tugboat in Willemstad. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
Tugboat in Willemstad typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Tugboat in Willemstad typically ranges from 3 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.