Personalized Dive Tours with Bearded Butlers Curacao
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for individuals with general good health; no advanced fitness level required.
Overview
Dive with Cedric offers intimate, guided dives through Curaçao’s colorful reefs, blending beginner-friendly skills training with vibrant underwater exploration. Join a local PADI divemaster for a personalized dive experience in Jan Thiel’s calm bays.
Dive with Cedric - Personalized Dive Tour
For beginners and advanced divers (Max15m)
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About This Adventure
Experience an unforgettable solo diving adventure with Cedric, a local PADI divemaster. In just 1.5 hours, you'll learn essential diving skills in a safe environment before exploring vibrant reefs teeming with colorful corals and marine life. Discover the breathtaking underwater beauty of Tugboat Beach and Caracas Bay like never before.
Enjoy diving with Cedric, our local PADI divemaster. The most personal diving experience for 1 person ideal for solo travelers and solo divers.
The total duration of this introductory dive will take approximately 1.5 hours. Cedric, our PADI professional, will give you a brief session, including an explanation about the dive equipment, the rules of diving and the underwater world. This introductory dive is suitable for novices but on request we could also provide personal guided dive tours for the more experienced.
In shallow pool like conditions, you will perform 3 simple skills in a protected bay. After this you will explore one of the many stunning reefs available. Here you will see beautiful corals, many different fish and other underwater creatures. Discover the beautiful surroundings of Tugboat beach and Caracas Bay under the sea with Cedric.
*Duration approx. 1:30
*Gear included
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early to Complete Your Briefing
Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before your dive to go over safety protocols and gear fitting with Cedric.
Stay Hydrated Before Your Dive
Drink plenty of water before entering the water to avoid dehydration in Curaçao’s warm climate.
Use Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect the marine ecosystem by applying reef-safe sunscreen before your dive to minimize ecological impact.
Limit Your Dive Depth
This introductory dive is capped at about 15 meters for beginner safety and optimal reef encounters.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Queen Angelfish
- Caribbean Spiny Lobster
History
Caracas Bay was once a guarded harbor with remnants linked to Curaçao’s maritime history and coastal defense.
Conservation
Bearded Butlers Curacao emphasizes reef-safe practices and minimal disturbance to marine habitats to maintain reef health.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Mask and Snorkel
Allows you to comfortably see and breathe while underwater and at the surface.
Wetsuit (3mm)
Provides thermal protection during cooler months or for those sensitive to chilly water.
winter specific
Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protects both your skin and the sensitive coral reefs from harmful chemicals.
summer specific
Dive Computer
Helps monitor dive time and depth for safety, particularly if progressing beyond beginner levels.