Guided shore dive on one of our house reefs for Certified Divers.
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Guided shore dive on one of our house reefs for Certified Divers.
By Coral Divers
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Make a dive along one of the best dive sites of Curacao: Rif St. Marie or Coral's Habitat. One of our multilingual PADI professionals will show you the highlights.
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Ages 10-85, max of 8 per group
Duration: 2h
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Mobile ticket
Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: English, Dutch
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- Scuba tanks
What's not included- Scuba Gear
- Start:
- Oasis Coral Estate Beach, Dive & Wellness Resort, Rif St. Marie St. Marie, 5WXC+CMG, Sint Willibrordus, CuraçaoWhen entering the resort follow the road to the beach, watch for the boards that will lead you to our dive shop or ask for our location at the front office. The shop will be located on your left side once you make your way down the stairs.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 256696P3- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
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- G5520BUleslief0 contributionsAwesome Experience with Coral Divers and Janette!We can't say enough good things about our experience with Coral Divers and specifically our Guide Janette. This was our first time snorkeling and we learned so much. She helped start us on what I hope is many more snorkeling adventures. We highly recommend Coral Divers to get you started.Written February 5, 2025
- Maps324823391920 contributionsGreat instructorsI had an excellent experience with Coral Divers. I came here for my open water certification and lionfish hunter specialty certification. The staff were very professional and kind. I learned a lot, built confidence and skills in diving, and had a great vacation thanks to them- would recommend!!Written January 30, 2025
- guillaumebY6150VD0 contributionsAmazing experience at Coral Divers!!!My 2 children and I completed our Open Water Diver certification with Coral Divers last week, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The dive shop is well-organized and staffed by professionals. From the start, it was clear that Janette is an outstanding instructor—her expertise and teaching style made us feel safe and confident throughout the process. The confined water dives were conducted in a protected bay located right in front of the dive shop, allowing us to maximize our time getting comfortable with ocean diving. The equipment provided was in excellent condition, which further enhanced our confidence. During breaks, we appreciated having a pizza restaurant just a few steps away in the adjacent resort. Overall, this was a fantastic experience, and we’re grateful to the entire team at Coral Divers for their dedication and support. Thank you for helping us take our first steps into the world of diving!Written January 20, 2025
- smit42780 contributionsTony and Rick were the BEST!Tony and Rick were incredible! My husband and I took our Open Water PADI diving course at Coral Divers and they were absolutely wonderful. The course was organized and Tony and Rick were the best instructors we could have asked for. They are both professional and approachable, while being calming and encouraging for those of us that needed a little extra support through some of the skills sessions. I would absolutely recommend them for anyone looking to complete their Open Water PADI course while in Curacao!Written January 3, 2025
- Navigator337284350680 contributionsWould recommend to anyone!Both my days completing my PADI were absolutely awesome! The reef is gorgeous, the staff are so helpful, so patient, knowledgeable, fun, all of it. I can't even begin to explain how many emails I've sent them back and forth needing to reschedule over and over due to my cruise ship times changing and changing and they've responded so fast and been so helpful and accommodating everytime. Such an unforgettable experience from start to finish, beautiful fish, rays, seahorse, eels, and the endless colourful and fluorescent coral 😍 a beautiful site and great centre! I'd recommend it to anyone 🙂 (and not just cause my name is coral hahah)Written December 28, 2024
- 311thijsb0 contributionsPadi course with Coral diversI obtained my PADI Open Water certification at Coral Divers. The course was taught by Tony, a great instructor who explained everything very clearly. We progressed quickly through the program, which allowed my father to join in on the final dive. The beach and reef at Coral Estate are perfectly suited for the PADI course, as they slope down gently. In short, highly recommended!Written November 24, 2024
- Sherpa532512775550 contributionsthumbs up 🤿 👍🏻Well, I accompanied my son as he went the first time diving and he received a quite professional introduction and excellent guidance to enjoy his first dive. For me I loved the way we started at the shore as it was so calm and stressfree to go under water. Great dive team! 🫶🏻🧜♂️Written October 27, 2024
- P9130WWmicheleb0 contributionsAmazing experience!Wow! As someone who is afraid to swim (traumatic experience as a child) I decided to “bite the bullet” and take the Discover Diving Course with Coral Divers. I am so happy I did! They were so patient and just outright wonderful with me! My dive master Tony went at my pace and allowed me to meet each challenge in due course. I never felt rushed nor did it ever feel like I was “on the clock”. I was able to move past my fear and enjoy the magic of scuba diving thanks to him! 10/10! If you have the opportunity, come to Coral Divers!Written July 28, 2024
- scottdV2614OW0 contributionsIncredible Experience, Incredible Reef, Incredible InstructorThis was a true dream come true for my family - getting to experience what it's like to be a scuba diver without having full certification. It was beautiful and the experience was so well planned - from the lessons, to the practice in the water, to the dive itself. We loved it so much and will be back whenever we visit Curacao. HIGHLY recommend!Written July 10, 2024
- PSG36510 contributionsMy Advanced Open Water Certification at Coral Divers!I completed my Advanced Open Water Diver with Coral Divers last March. It was a great experience and I’m so glad I did it there. I highly recommend Dan and his support staff. It was a busy time at the resort, but Dan was focused and professional. He made and kept special times for me and I was able to compete the course during my stay. I’m an older diver; my confidence was less than ideal. Dan made me feel really great about my skills. He is a terrific teacher and a really positive mentor. I can’t recommend Coral Divers more highly!Written June 13, 2024
- T6751MQgrantb0 contributionsFun Time!Helpful, friendly staff. Never dived before but they had us ready in an hour. Great experience, I completely recommend!Written May 1, 2024
- frenkyb20240 contributionsReferral dive @ Coral DiversKatara and I did a referral dive to finish our PADI course on Curaçao with the Coral Divers. I can tell you that diving is amazing, especially with Daniel ( with a difficult to write surname) as the instructor, he is a very relaxed and good instructor and he loves diving, if you would meet him you’ll know wat I mean. Coral Divers diving school at the Coral Estate is the place to be for a good course. The reef is beautiful and there are plenty of fish, especially the barracuda that was as big as my daughter, this I will remember forever, thanks to Daniel for showing us. Greeting’s from Katara and FrenkyWritten May 1, 2024
- Dreamer554757485340 contributionsNight snorkeling - I do not recommendWe booked a night snorkeling trip for our family of 6. Communication by email was a bit difficult with several days before an answer. I received a sheet with 4 tickets and saying 6 persons. The guide (Barbara) only charged 4 lamps and wasn’t sure if they worked. In the water, she could not turn them on, my son gad to show her. 3 lamps worked and she said she needed one, so we had to share 2 lamps for 6 of us. It was bad planning from her! Also despite seeing a flounder and a few tiny fishes, we didn’t see much else and we only swam in cercles in from of the water entry. Overall we did not have a good time. It was so expensive for nothing (55 US$).Written March 12, 2024
- Doug B0 contributionsGreat people; great operationGreat operation. They unfortunately had their boat destroyed by a freak wave at night two days before our group arrived, but they scrambled to find a replacement and were able to have everything in place for us without a hitch. They made it clear that their #1 priority was making sure we had a great week, and they certainly fulfilled that objective. Friendly, attentive service with a strong emphasis on safety. A great week of diving, and I’m looking forward to returning.Written February 17, 2024
- sionh2660 contributionsAmazing training from amazing diversYo, I just finished my PADI open water dive with Coral Divers. I've been free diving before and I'm totally chill in the water, but this was a whole new level. I've never done anything like it before and it was super frustrating at times, especially since we were in some deep water. But Steve and Dan, the instructors I worked with, were awesome. They're so calm and in control, even when things weren't going my way. They didn't let me give up easily and always reminded me to stop and focus on my breathing, which was the most important thing I learned from PADI. Their skills are incredible and they know their stuff. I had a great time and I'm so glad I did it. Big thanks to the whole team at Coral Divers!Written February 9, 2024
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Nov 2023 • Couples
From the moment I sent off an email to inquire about getting my open water certification, I was met with prompt responses and clear communication. Once arrived we were met with enthusiasm and optimism.
Our course was with Web who help my self and my lady become comfortable and feel safe while we began to learn this new skill. At times there was some anxiety, however the support systems in place of the staff and our dive instructor Web was professional and nothing but supportive. This helped us feel confident in our own skills, allowed us to complete the course and know that we have the knowledge that was past down to us by a true professional. I would highly recommend Web and his wife Yasmin Coral Estates Dive Center and the current staff that are working there
Our course was with Web who help my self and my lady become comfortable and feel safe while we began to learn this new skill. At times there was some anxiety, however the support systems in place of the staff and our dive instructor Web was professional and nothing but supportive. This helped us feel confident in our own skills, allowed us to complete the course and know that we have the knowledge that was past down to us by a true professional. I would highly recommend Web and his wife Yasmin Coral Estates Dive Center and the current staff that are working there
Written November 18, 2023
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Dear,
Glad you had such a good experience with us. How good that you got over the little fears and dived anyway!
Sunny greetings,
Written January 22, 2024
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Ron S
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Very nice and clean place. We did a dive at the reafs for one hour with an instructor.
Main thing was our safety so that was good for me to dive with my son
We rented everything and the equipment was almost new so perfect
It is a nice place too dive afterwards take a seat at the beach restaurant because the food is very good
Main thing was our safety so that was good for me to dive with my son
We rented everything and the equipment was almost new so perfect
It is a nice place too dive afterwards take a seat at the beach restaurant because the food is very good
Written August 2, 2024
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Dear Ron,
Thank you so much for your review. Good to know that you and your son felt safe during the diving experience. We hope to welcome you back for another wonderful experience at Coral Divers!
Warm regards,
Team Coral Divers
Written September 10, 2024
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Marcie S
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Apr 2023 • Couples
What an experience! So different than the day and well worth it! Our guide, Calvin, was incredible and dove down many times to shine his light on some creature.
Not only that but when we turned off our lights in the dark all around us were bioluminescence.
We saw: a turtle, scorpion fish, lion fish, a Spanish lobster, a regular lobster, blue shrimp along the surface, a box or trunk fish, and hundreds of small rasse minnows.
Well worth it and I would go again for sure!
Not only that but when we turned off our lights in the dark all around us were bioluminescence.
We saw: a turtle, scorpion fish, lion fish, a Spanish lobster, a regular lobster, blue shrimp along the surface, a box or trunk fish, and hundreds of small rasse minnows.
Well worth it and I would go again for sure!
Written April 4, 2023
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Wow, we are extremely happy to hear that you had such an amazing experience diving with us and are honored you chose us. We'll see you next time!
Sunny greetings,
Team Coral Divers
Written September 19, 2023
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Courtney B
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Dec 2024 • Family
These were my husband’s first dives after getting certified in the states. From the moment we arrived, Tony, Janette, and Lucas were very professional. They made us feel very safe and comfortable while my husband was really getting the swing of things. They took the extra time to make sure he had everything he needed and gave him a good refresher on things while briefing for dives. We will definitely come back! Such a large reef right off the steps of the dive shop!
Written December 11, 2024
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Dear Courtney,
Thank you for your beautiful review. We’re happy to hear that our instructors made you two feel safe and comfortable. We will make sure the compliment will get passed on to Tony, Janette and Lucas. We loved diving with you two and hopefully we see you back soon!
Kind regards,
Team Coral Divers
Written December 19, 2024
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Jeremy H
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Dec 2023 • Family
Having not dived in a while I wanted a refresher with my son to experience scuba for the first time together. All boxes were ticked and Ethan went above and beyond to make sure my son loved his dive and I was there to see it. I would highly recommend this for beginners to experienced!!!
Written December 22, 2023
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Dear Jeremy,
How amazing that you went diving with your son! We love to hear that you’ve had such a good experience with us! We hope to see you both again soon!
Sunny Greetings,
Team Coral Divers
Written February 7, 2024
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Chris
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Nice experience. DM Shawni was very professional, knowledgeable and focused on both safety (first) and ensuring we had a great experience. As a PADI instructor I was impressed by her, as were my 2 AOW colleagues. Recommend Coral Divers without hesitation.
Written June 6, 2024
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Thank you so much for your positive review! We're happy to hear that you had a nice experience with us. It's fantastic to know that Shawni impressed you with her professionalism, knowledge, and focus on safety. Ensuring that all our divers have a great and safe experience is our top priority.
As a PADI instructor, your praise means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable dives in the future!
Warm regards,
Team Coral Divers
Written July 8, 2024
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Nancy D
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Jan 2025 • Couples
My husband and I had one dive since we were certified in 1989 and that was a refresher dive last year. I was frankly terrified to dive again and wasn't sure I was going to go since I didn't want to go 60 feet down this time, as I had to do for my refresher. I told the manager, Tony, and he said that we could go as deep as we wanted to go since it wasn't a formal refresher dive.
Janette took us out and reviewed all the basics with us as it had been just over a year. She was patient and watched us very carefully. I felt totally safe with her, as did my husband who isn't as anxious as I am, and he said of all of our instructors, including in 1989, she was the best. Thorough, patient, careful and attentive.
I am going to stop in again tomorrow to see if she can do a guided dive again! If I were here longer, I would dive with her and Coral Divers every day. They were that good.
Signed,
A Nervous Nellie
Janette took us out and reviewed all the basics with us as it had been just over a year. She was patient and watched us very carefully. I felt totally safe with her, as did my husband who isn't as anxious as I am, and he said of all of our instructors, including in 1989, she was the best. Thorough, patient, careful and attentive.
I am going to stop in again tomorrow to see if she can do a guided dive again! If I were here longer, I would dive with her and Coral Divers every day. They were that good.
Signed,
A Nervous Nellie
Written January 27, 2025
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Thank you for your beautiful review. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your dive with us. Janette indeed, is a wonderful instructor, and we will give her your compliments. We hope to welcome you back more often in the future!
Written February 4, 2025
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Marion Margaret... S
Attenkirchen, Germany3 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
The support from the diving instructor was great. You feel safe and you receive individual attention.
Access to the diving site is easy and right in front of the diving school. I couldn't get enough of the reef and immediately booked another appointment.
Access to the diving site is easy and right in front of the diving school. I couldn't get enough of the reef and immediately booked another appointment.

Written May 13, 2024
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Dear Marion,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re happy to hear that you had such a pleasant experience with our dive instructor and felt safe and well cared for throughout your dive. We look forward to diving with you again soon!
Sunny Greetings,
Team Coral Divers
Written June 19, 2024
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Johan N
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Under the guidance of diving instructor Janette Judd we had two very fun and educational days. The diving school is located directly on the dive site with a beautiful reef.
The atmosphere is wonderfully relaxed and professional. You enter the water with good materials which makes it all in all a fantastic holiday experience.
We will definitely be back!!
The atmosphere is wonderfully relaxed and professional. You enter the water with good materials which makes it all in all a fantastic holiday experience.
We will definitely be back!!
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Written February 3, 2025
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Bedankt voor uw mooie review! We zijn blij om te horen dat u heeft genoten van uw duiken met Janette. We hopen u nog vaak te mogen verwelkomen bij Coral Divers!
Written February 4, 2025
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Annemarie v
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Sep 2024 • Couples
Nice reef with lots of small fish en beautiful soft corals. Dive master Tony was great ,good gear and very helpful staff. Nice peaceful first dive and in the afternoon there was more current. Diving on the reef to the right was nicer because you see more soft corals. I paid one price and the gear was included. The dive is at rif Saint Marie at beach restaurant Karakter , Corel Cliff Resort. Nice place to spend the day, do a spa treatment, dine at the restaurant and see a beautiful sun set 👍😀🥂🌄
Written September 6, 2024
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Hi Annemarie,
Thank you for your positive review. We’re thrilled to hear that your first dive with Tony went nice and peaceful. We would love to see you again soon!
Kind regards,
Team Coral Divers
Written September 26, 2024
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