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Private Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners

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General information

Available days
Available days Every day
Duration
Duration2.5 hours
Starting time
Starting time 09:00
Minimum age
Minimum age10+

Ready to take your very first breath underwater? Discover scuba diving in the calmest, safest way possible — a fully private introductory dive in the crystal-clear waters of Curacao.

What to expect?

Dive into Curacao's underwater world with a fully private introductory scuba experience, designed specifically for first-time divers. Enjoy a calm, personalized approach to your very first dive, with the undivided attention of a dedicated PADI/SSI certified instructor — exclusively for you and your group.

Your experience begins with a personalized briefing on land, where your instructor explains how the equipment works, the safety essentials, and what to expect underwater. Once equipped, you'll enter the water slowly and steadily for your first dive, while your instructor continuously adjusts the pace and depth to your comfort level.

Because this is a fully private format, you won't be diving with other participants, making it ideal for couples, families, or small groups of friends. Supervision is offered in English or French. The two-dive experience lasts approximately 2.5 hours, with a 2-to-4 dive half-day option available for those who want to extend their adventure.

Where will this tour take you?

Curacao is world-renowned for its crystal-clear Caribbean waters, vibrant coral reefs, and rich marine life — the perfect playground for your very first dive. Beneath the surface you'll discover colorful schools of tropical fish, healthy coral formations, and the calm, warm waters that make the island one of the top diving destinations in the Caribbean.

Dive sites are carefully selected on the day of your experience, based on the weather conditions and your personal profile as a diver — ensuring calm conditions and excellent visibility for the best possible introduction to Curacao's underwater world.

Take the plunge and book your private first dive today and turn your Curacao holiday into the moment you become a diver.

 

What's included

Included

  • Certified instructor (PADI / SSI) 
  • Private experience
  • Dedicated dive instructor exclusively for your group
  • Personalized briefing before the dive
  • Full scuba diving equipment
  • Scuba supervision in either English or French
  • Flexible meeting time and location tailored to your needs
  • Complimentary drinks (water and juice)
  • Complimentary fruit
  • Videos of the experience included
 

Meeting & pickup

Pickup service

This tour doesn't offer pick-up service 

Meeting point

Pick-up location: Starting point. Dive site: Are selected based on weather conditions and client profile.

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What to bring:

  • Swimsuit and towel
  • Reef safe sun cream
  • Reusable water bottle (if you have one)
  • A change of clothes
  • Hair tie (if needed for mask)
  • A sense of adventure

Know before you go:

  • No experience required—come ready to explore and enjoy.
  • We’ll guide you with a full briefing before you get in the water
  • Comfortable in the water
  • Minimum age: 10 years old for a discovery dive.

Additional information:

  • $103 /person
  • $138 /person (for a 2nd dive on the same day)

Reservation process:

  • Booking this tour will initiate an enquiry for availability. Booking requests do not guarantee availability.
  • We aim to respond to all enquiries within 24 hours.
  • If there is no availability for your selected date, we will contact you to discuss alternative dates.
  • In the event that no alternative date is suitable, you will receive a full refund to your card.

Cancellation policy

Policy details

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

Cancel up to 24 hours before your tour for a full refund. For cancellations made within 24 hours, no shows, or late arrivals, no refund will be issued.

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Barbara Ward
6 months ago
Google
We had an absolutely perfect day with Mermaid Boat Trips on the trip to Klein Curaçao – highly recommended! The day started wonderfully on a large, safe boat with coffee and tea available right away (followed by breakfast on the island). Klein Curaçao itself is a magical place: a stunning beach, crystal-clear water, and plenty of sunbeds and shaded areas for everyone. Everything was very well organized and relaxed. You can also book a massage, which we didn’t, but it’s a nice addition. The lunch was phenomenal – truly a highlight. Delicious BBQ, homemade sauces, fresh salads, and fruit, with great options for vegetarians and vegans as well. You could really tell how much effort and love went into the food. The ride out can be a bit lively depending on the sea, but we took motion sickness tablets beforehand and had no issues at all. A few guests felt unwell, and the crew handled everything with great care and professionalism. The return trip was very calm, so there’s really no need to worry. The crew was incredibly friendly, attentive, and engaged throughout the entire day, always making sure everyone felt comfortable and taken care of. An unforgettable experience from start to finish!
Dayton Vause
a month ago
Google
This is a fantastic way to see Klein Curacao. The boat is very nice and the trip is a blast. The crew is very attentive and friendly. The island is stunning and is a must see. Breakfast is a little skimpy but lunch is great. If you’re a bourbon drinker, bring your own. Don’t miss this trip!
Donna M
5 months ago
Google
An absolutely amazing experience from start to finish! The booking process was smooth and professional, and arranging transportation afterward was just as easy. The crew were incredible—friendly, attentive, and made the trip to Klein Curaçao safe, comfortable, and so much fun. Their area on the island was perfectly set up with lots of shade and a very relaxing vibe. The BBQ lunch was outstanding and far exceeded expectations. Truly a perfect day and an experience we’ll never forget. Highly recommend!
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3 months ago
Google
Klein Curaçao was beautiful! Mermaid provided a welcome breakfast and a wonderful BBQ lunch. They have a private beach club with lots of beach chairs. The access to bathrooms and a beach shower were welcome necessities after a fabulous day on the sun and sea. The staff were kind and very organized. Well done! I walked around the island exploring the sights and soaking in the history of the island. Mermaid provided literature to help learn about Klein past and present. I highly recommend booking the tour of Klein Curaçao with Mermaid Boat Trips.
Martin Sulja
7 months ago
Google
A day spent with Mermaid is a day well spent on Klein Curaçao. The staff were pleasant and very informative. A definite must on the things to do in Curaçao for any first time visitors. It is a full day in the sun so plan on protecting yourself from sunburns. The boat trip takes some time but is well worth it. The staff explains the itinerary very well when you arrive, the food was good and plan on having a good time with Mermaid Boat Trips.

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