Substation Curacao
Substation Curacao
5
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Discover the unknown depths - Become one of our deep sea explorers! The CuraSub is a submarine designed for 3 people that offers you the experience of a lifetime!! Be part of this unique expedition and learn more about the species discovered and see with your own eyes what few have seen. Join us for a bucket list experience in the twilight zone of the Caribbean Sea!
Curaçao, Caribbean
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Travelers' Choice
2024
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Heather C
3 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
This was a once in a lifetime experience! Alex, our guide, was so knowledgeable, kind, and made our experience very special. The whole team is so friendly, welcoming, and fun. I highly recommend doing this on your Curacao trip, it is absolutely worth the splurge!! The photos provided of our experience were amazing, and something we will cherish. Thanks for helping me tick a major item off my bucket list, Substation team - it rocked our socks off (literally, be prepared to go in the sub barefoot! Lol)
Written April 21, 2023
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Heather, we are so glad you had a great time with us! We are so happy to have been part of your bucket list experience and we are thrilled that you enjoyed it. Thank you for your kind words!
Written May 10, 2023
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Nancy G
4 contributions
Oct 2021
We did the Adventure dive it it was even cooler then I thought it would be. We all had an awesome time on the Adventure dive even one person who was pretty nervous about going. We loved learning about the research work they do, all the safety features/emergency supplies, and how they scrub the air. I could not believe there was light reflected off the sand at 1000 feet and the creatures - I figured they would be colorless, but many we reds and blues. We even saw an octopus!
Tico knew all about the kinds of fish, anemones and creatures down. Very educational!
Tico knew all about the kinds of fish, anemones and creatures down. Very educational!
Written November 9, 2021
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Antonio S
Charlottesville, VA18 contributions
Jan 2024 • Solo
Fantastic. It's a once in a lifetime experience to see the graduation of the ocean floor, and associated marine life, safely as you travel in a submersible down to approx 500 feet below the surface. Visibility is good. While the environment of the submersible is cozy (cramped), you are warned in advance. The information provided by the pilot is knowledgeable, accessible and plentiful. There is a reassuring emphasis on safety and monitoring of the vessel's operating parameters. This is a "can't miss" experience for anyone interested in marine life and in ocean properties.
Written January 30, 2024
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izziejake
Toronto, Canada10 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
My son and I booked the 1000 foot sub dive on March 24th with Ika (my apologies if I’ve misspelled her name). It was a fantastic experience and worth every dollar paid. The sub that can descend to that depth holds just two guests plus the pilot, yet was very comfortable and offered unbelievable views. The darkness resulting from water obscuring the sunlight as you descend was fascinating and Ika’s explanations of what we were seeing were very informative. I would recommend this experience to anyone.
Written March 25, 2023
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Hi Izzie, thank you for your kind words! We are so glad to hear that you and your son had a great time on the 1000 foot sub dive. We are delighted that you enjoyed the experience and found it to be worth every dollar. We hope to see you again soon!
Written May 10, 2023
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Steve N
3 contributions
Jul 2024 • Solo
If you're interested in what lies beneath, this tour takes you well beyond normal recreational dive limits and offers an incredible experience. I choose the 1000ft option, which takes you into the twilight zone and you the chance to see all manor of creatures.
This is a very well run team, and safety was paramount, which is always reassuring. Following an initial safety briefing, the captain and surface crew were in regular contact throughout the dive.
The captain was very knowledgeable and offered lots of information. We were joined by a diver at the start who took some great photos, and the captain took lots more throughout the trip, all included.
A once in a lifetime trip for me, and I couldn't be happier. Thanks.
This is a very well run team, and safety was paramount, which is always reassuring. Following an initial safety briefing, the captain and surface crew were in regular contact throughout the dive.
The captain was very knowledgeable and offered lots of information. We were joined by a diver at the start who took some great photos, and the captain took lots more throughout the trip, all included.
A once in a lifetime trip for me, and I couldn't be happier. Thanks.
Written July 10, 2024
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A1pinist
12 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
The whole experience was fantastic ! We discover substation when visiting the aquarium. This should be the number one activity to try in curacao. We get a very professional guides. We did a discovery tour for 40 min and dive to 120 m. The submarine is very well maintained and safe. Our pilot is so nice. After, we got to see the photos and have a nice drink. So don’t ask, just do it !
Written August 22, 2023
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Hi, we're thrilled to hear about your fantastic experience! We pride ourselves on our professionalism and safety. Glad to know you enjoyed the discovery tour and refreshments afterwards. Thank you very much for this great review!
Written August 24, 2023
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swede52
Hastings Michigan75 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
This is a wonderful experience!! We did a 40 minute tour of the ocean, going down 300 meters. Everything was safety first…I was very impressed with the steps taken to insure our safety. Our “dive master” gave a great and informative tour.
The tickets include many pictures they take during the dive.
The tickets include many pictures they take during the dive.
Written March 24, 2023
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Hi,
Thank you for your excellente review! You probably did the Discovery tour, which goes to 300ft/100m. We also have a 300m program, which is the Deep dive. Whenever you're back on the island, you may want to do this special dive. Have a great one and maybe see you next time. Regards, Barbara
Written April 12, 2023
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JQ
9 contributions
Apr 2023 • Friends
This was amazing!! We've looked at other sub tours but wanted a personal experience and that's what we got. Great communication and very knowledgeable staff. The subs they use are top notch and the tour will leave you breathless. I regret not taking the longer tour but we'll be back.
Written April 5, 2023
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JQ, we are so glad you enjoyed your experience with us! We look forward to seeing you again soon for the longer tour.
Written May 10, 2023
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Steadie
Chaska, MN25 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
A friend and I were fortunate to do the 2 hour trip to 1000 feet. What an amazing experience. Tico, Jordy and the crew were wonderful. We felt safe, educated and incredible lucky to have this opportunity. These guys do an outstanding job. They are very professional and good at what they do. At the same time they are very easy going and answered every one of our many questions. It really was an amazing adventure and an experience of a lifetime.
Written February 9, 2024
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Marcus K
3 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
The primary reason my wife and I visited Curacao was to go on the Curasub. It did not disappoint. We went on the research dive which goes to a depth of 1000 ft. It was incredible and I would recommend going on this adventure. The pilot was fantastic and great to converse with as we were on our experience. The entire staff is extremely professional. We felt safe the entire time.
Written December 4, 2023
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I will be arriving on a cruise. How much time should I set aside form beginning to end?
Written September 19, 2019
Hi Erik,
Including the transfer time from port to our location approx 3 hours.
Written January 13, 2023
Since you did both depths, is it worth the extra $ to do the 1000ft dive rather than the 500ft? Do you really see a large number of different species at the 1000ft depths that you wouldn't get to see at 500ft?
Written January 17, 2017
Hi Tina,
At 1,000 ft you see different species that you do at 500 ft. What's added to the 1,000 ft dive is the thrill that you go deeper and to a depth where very few have gone before.
Kind regards,
Substation Curacao
Written January 24, 2017
What are the prices in dollars?
Written November 26, 2016
Good evening... it is best to contact the office by email directly. However, the price range is $425-850 USD depending on the type of experience you select.
Written November 26, 2016
Please contact Barbara directly at Substation Curacao. For more information, please visit our website directly.
She will be more than happy to answer all your questions.
Thank you!
Written June 13, 2016
Hello- can you tell me what the cost was in US dollars? I am unclear if the price on their site is US currency or local. Thanks in advance for your reply.
Written January 18, 2016
According to substation-curacao /alldives
$650 for 500-ft dive, $800 for Combo dive, and $800 for Adventure Dive
Written January 22, 2019
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