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Explorer Dive

4.6 1611 verified reviews Google
Substation Curacao · 1.5 hour
$650 p.p.
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General information

Days
DaysMonday to Friday
Duration
Duration1.5 hour
Start-Time
Start Time8:30 / 10:45 AM
Age-Required
Min.Age Required8

Are you ready to explore Curacao’s beautiful reefs at a depth of 200 meters?

What can you expect?

Substation Curacao offers an unparalleled experience with its certified mini-submarine designed for tourists. Embarking from Bapor Kibra, the CuraSub ventures into uncharted depths, providing passengers with a unique journey to remote destinations seldom explored. En route, travelers are treated to captivating sights of vibrant fish, intricate corals, and ancient shipwrecks, all illuminated by the pristine waters encircling Curacao. Within the confines of the CuraSub, passengers enjoy unparalleled visibility, extending over 30 m (60 ft), ensuring a remarkable underwater viewing experience.

Where will this tour take you?

Substation’s most popular dive is the Explorer's Dive. Also called the 'Beauty Run'. During this dive the guides will take you to their favorite part of the reef, where sunlight still reaches, with beautiful sponges and sea fans. Along the way, you will pass two small wrecks full of corals and fish. During this dive, you’ll descend to 200 meters (650 ft). The duration of the dive is approximately 1.5 hours.

This is a once in a lifetime experience, don’t miss out and book your tour now!

Meeting & pickup

Pickup

Free pickup from most nearby hotels. Driver will text you the exact time 24h before. Confirmation includes a list of partner hotels.

Or meet at

Substation Curacao

Tour ends back at the marina or your hotel

Meeting & pick up:

  • This tour does not offer pick up service
  • Start times are: 8:30AM and 10:45AM
  • Meeting & start point: Substation, Bapor Kibra z/n Willemstad
  • End point: Substation, Bapor Kibra z/n Willemstad

Know before you go:

  • Topside photos are included
  • Underwater photos can be added for an additional $50
  • Wear comfortable clothes
  • Visit tugboats full of corals
  • Dive depth is 200 m (650 ft.)
  • Capacity: 2 people per sub. For families up to 4, please contact info@substation-curacao.com 

Additional information:

  • Unlike SCUBA-diving, submarine-diving has no effects of pressure change on the body. For people with special medical conditions please contact Substation directly.
  • All systems have been certified by Germanischer Lloyd’s, meeting and exceeding the highest international safety standards.
  • Curaçao Sea Aquarium (CSA) has also made extensive use of the CuraSub to bring the deepwater world into public view. CSA aquarists bring fishes up from depths of up to 1000 ft. They successfully allow them to decompress and acclimate to shallower conditions. They also discover rarely seen crustaceans, mollusks, and other invertebrates.

Refund and cancellation policy:

  • A cancellation up to 24 hours prior to departure of the tour entitles the guest to a 100% refund.
  • Less than 24 hours prior to departure, the guest receives no refund unless due to illness accompanied by a valid doctor's statement.
  • In case of illness, only the person who is ill will receive a 100% refund. Other participants within the same booking that cancel the tour will not receive a refund unless otherwise decided by the supplier depending on the circumstances.
  • No-shows, or if you miss the tour because you are too late, and cancellations made less than 24 hours before the scheduled activity will be charged the full price.
  • In case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances the tour will be rescheduled, if rescheduling is not possible or the new time is inconvenient for you, a full refund will be issued.

Learn more about cancellations.

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Marlene Marquez
a month ago
Google
Had a blast at Lions Dive. Staff were welcoming, accommodating, polite, and friendly. The resort itself was larger than I expected and the room was amazing. Got the 2 room apartment and it had everything we needed and more. Kitchen was fully equipped with dinnerware, drink ware, cookware, coffee machine, and fridge/freezer. Everything we needed was close by and the resort even had some hiking and snorkeling tours free of charge. Can’t wait to come back with my family!
Olesia Yan
a month ago
Google
Our stay at LionsDive Beach Resort was absolutely amazing. This place feels like a tropical dream. The beach is incredibly beautiful and clean, with crystal clear turquoise water and breathtaking sunsets every evening. The rooms are very spacious and comfortable, with beautiful balconies and stunning views. The whole resort is spotless, peaceful, and perfectly maintained. The staff was always kind, friendly, and welcoming. Breakfast by the beach every morning was one of the best parts — delicious food with an incredible view and atmosphere. What we loved most is that every time we left the resort, nowhere else felt as beautiful or special. We always wanted to come back because the resort itself was the most charming place on the island for us. Restaurants, shops, and everything you need are also very close by. Our checkout was at 12:00, but they still allowed us to leave our luggage in the lounge, enjoy the beach longer, and even take a shower before our flight, which was really appreciated. Honestly one of the most beautiful resorts we’ve ever stayed at. We will definitely come back 🌴☀️💙
Danielle Cooley Hines
3 months ago
Google
Lovely family vacation. Immediately treated like family by the entire staff. From the warm front desk, to Sandy at Hemingway, to Quincy and Willy and Ryan at the bar in Hemingway; we were trying treated like royalty. The unsung hero is the staff that keeps the restrooms and facilities in tip top shape. Never been to a cleaner beach side ladies room. Comfortable beds. Good air conditioning. The MOST pleasant and welcoming staff. Highly recommend.
Molly Everett
2 months ago
Google
We had the best time during our stay! Service was incredible and the location was perfect. Never had trouble getting a beach chair no matter how late in the day we made it to the beach and loved our balcony. I would recommend this place 100 times over. Eldrich was great when helping us check out, and letting us store our bags until our ride for the airport came.
IVH
5 months ago
Google
Loved our stay! Our flight was cancelled and the LionsDive team was incredibly helpful. The front desk, especially Arianes, helped us extend our stay and upgraded us to an ocean view room, even assisting with moving our luggage. The resort is beautiful, with multiple beaches and pools, and great onsite restaurants. Many thanks to the lionsdive team!

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