Piscadera Bay

★★★★☆ (2,117)

From the beach at Pirate Bay you can step right into the water! The reef starts with some sand but slowly slopes down to the wall that continues up to 40m. Along the way you will come across a pier and jetty on poles. You will also find a research station there.

Life here is diverse. From sandy substrate with its associated life to beautifully vegetated walls with moray eels, corals, fish and much more.

Dive Activity

Courses and Events

Instructor Training Course (ITC)

Instructor Training Course (ITC)

Turn your passion for diving into a professional career and become a confident SSI Open Water Instructor.This intensive Instructor Training Course is designed to develop your confidence, teaching ability, academic knowledge, and professional mindset through real-world instructor preparation and hands-on coaching.During the programme, you will:•⁠ ⁠Refine your teaching and presentation skills•⁠ ⁠Strengthen your dive theory and academic knowledge•⁠ ⁠Learn how to organise and conduct SSI training programmes•⁠ ⁠Gain experience in confined and open water teaching•⁠ ⁠Prepare professionally for the SSI Instructor Evaluation (IE)Train at THE DIVESHOP Curacao, get the guidance you need to succeed!

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Potential Wildlife Sightings

Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 200

Alamy-WaterFrame
Moray Eel

Moray Eel
84 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 27

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Barracuda

Barracuda
19 Sightings
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Hawksbill Turtle

Hawksbill Turtle
10 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 300

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Octopus

Octopus
10 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 12

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Lionfish

Lionfish
152 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 100

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Parrotfish

Parrotfish
55 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 3

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Trumpetfish

Trumpetfish
41 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 90

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Angelfish

Angelfish
40 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 130

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Pufferfish

Pufferfish
23 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 85

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Surgeonfish

Surgeonfish
22 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 130

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Butterfly Fish

Butterfly Fish
21 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 350

Alamy-Andre Seal
Damselfish

Damselfish
18 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 60

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Soldierfish

Soldierfish
15 Sightings
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Common Seahorse

Common Seahorse
12 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 120

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Flounder

Flounder
11 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 60

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Squirrelfish

Squirrelfish
9 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 25

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Boxfish

Boxfish
9 Sightings
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Dive Centers Catering This Dive Site

Relaxed Guided Dives

Relaxed Guided Dives

Martha Koosje 10, 0000CW Willemstad, Curacao
Central Dive Curacao

Central Dive Curacao

Veldweg 3, 0000 Julianadorp, Curacao
THE DIVESHOP

THE DIVESHOP

Piscaderabay z/n, 0000CW Willemstad, Curacao
THE DIVESHOP

THE DIVESHOP

Piscaderabay z/n, 0000CW Willemstad, Curacao

Unique Diving, UDI

Kaya Andeifi 36, 0000 Willemstad, Curacao

Rebel Diving Curaçao, passion & excellence

Granaatappelweg 126, 0000 Willemstad, Curacao

Goby Divers

Piscaderaweg, Willemstad, Curaçao, 00000 Willemstad, Curacao

Soul Divers

45 Druifweg, Willemstad, Curacao

Dive Sites Nearby

Mares, Predrag Vuckovic
South Point of Klein Curacao <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.6)</span>

South Point of Klein Curacao (★4.6)

South Point of Klein Curaçao - this can be a challenging drift dive even for the most experienced divers - take caution - be aware of current speed and direction. Additionally, ensure you have topside support. Watch for current as you approach the corner of the island.
SSI Service Center Southern Caribbean, Willemstad
Klein Curaçao <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.4)</span>

Klein Curaçao (★4.4)

Klein Curaçao is 11 km/7 miles to the east of Curaçao which means a long boat ride and diving is often done during a day trip or in combination with a dive at East Point. Diving is possible all around the island but usually restricted to the north-east and south-west parts due to weather conditions.
Naty C. (#4380834)
North Point of Klein Curacao <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.7)</span>

North Point of Klein Curacao (★4.7)

North Point of Klein Curaçao - this can be a challenging drift dive even for the most experienced divers - take caution - be aware of current speed and direction. Additionally, ensure you have topside support. Watch for current as you approach the corner.
SSI Service Center Southern Caribbean, Willemstad
Punt Canon <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.6)</span>

Punt Canon (★4.6)

This pristine and unspoiled reef accessible only by boat is arguably one of the best dive sites of Curaçao. Tarpon bridge, a natural underwater bridge, is found at the most eastern end.
Aqualung
Fuikbaai / Newport <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.2)</span>

Fuikbaai / Newport (★4.2)

Accessible only by boat (dingy from Fuikbaais or local dive shop’s boat). Drop by the navaid and check out the discharge pipe. Head against the current if present. Normal wall dive.
Mares, Janez Kranjc
Booby trap <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.2)</span>

Booby trap (★4.2)

20 Minutes east of Lions Dive, this dive site features a shallow sandy bottom between 15 - 30 feet (5-10m) full of coral outcroppings. The drop off starts at 30ft/10m and continues down to over a hundred feet, making this dive site suitable for all dive levels.
Aqualung
Tarpon Bridge <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.2)</span>

Tarpon Bridge (★4.2)

This dive site is just around the corner from East Point and can only be dived by boat when the sea is very calm. At 16 mtr/52 ft you can find a large cavern and at 20 mtr/66 ft the Tarpon Bridge which is a natural underwater bridge about 6 mtr/20 ft high.
Scubapro
Eel Valley <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.2)</span>

Eel Valley (★4.2)

Eel valley is located near the golf course and can only be reached by boat. In the past you found a lot of eel but that is no longer the case. You start on the sand and swim to the wall to enjoy the reef there!
Aqualung
Fuikbai Anchorage <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.8)</span>

Fuikbai Anchorage (★4.8)

Not so much of a destination as opposed to a weigh station for cruisers to clean their boat bottoms, and check anchors etc. Good place to do search and recovery for anchors, sunglasses and assorted stuff left behind by the locals on Sunday afternoon when this bay becomes one big party. 30’ depth, poor visibility
Aqualung
Golf Course East End <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.1)</span>

Golf Course East End (★4.1)

Third Site headed East from the Sandals resort. Accessible only by boat - Dinghy or local dive shop’s boat. Anchor in the sand above the wall. Watch out for the coral nurseries in the area.
Scubapro
Tee Box <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.7)</span>

Tee Box (★4.7)

Second Dive Site headed east from Sandals Resort. Accessible only by boat (dinghy or local dive shop boat). Anchor in sandy area above the wall. Check out this spot for Ostracod 4 nights after a full moon.
Scubapro
Barracuda Point <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.5)</span>

Barracuda Point (★4.5)

Lots of purple sea fans and large hard coral formations. This beautiful dive site is opposite Barbara Beach across the channel into Spanish Waters. It is not an easy entry from shore but with its full overgrown coral reef, definitely worth it.
Mares
Small Wall <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.4)</span>

Small Wall (★4.4)

Lots of purple sea fans and large hard coral formations. This beautiful dive site is opposite Barbara Beach across the channel into Spanish Waters. It is not an easy entry from shore but with its full overgrown coral reef, definitely worth it.
Scubapro
Old Quarry Golf Course <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.3)</span>

Old Quarry Golf Course (★4.3)

First stop of many along this stretch of coast line headed East. All of these sites are wall dives accessible basically by boat (dinghy from your boat anchored in Spanish Waters or a local dive shop’s boat. Anchor in 20-30’ of water - make sure you are in the sand! Head against any current!
SSI Service Center Southern Caribbean, Willemstad
Barbara Beach <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.1)</span>

Barbara Beach (★4.1)

A great shore dive accessible through the Santa Barbara Resort of boat dive via dive charter. Barbara Beach has nice, healthy coral formations. Watch out for the boat traffic entering and exiting the Spanish Waters Harbour.
SSI Service Center Southern Caribbean, Willemstad
Director's Bay <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.4)</span>

Director's Bay (★4.4)

Director’s Bay is a historical spot located between the famous Tugboat Reef and Small Wall dive sites. Up until 1985 this beach was privately owned by the Directors of the Royal Dutch Shell Group and the Dutch Royal family and was not accessible to the public. Now it’s a great shore diving location.
SSI Service Center Southern Caribbean, Willemstad
Tugboat <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.2)</span>

Tugboat (★4.2)

Tugboat is Curacao’s most famous dive and snorkel spot due to its shallow depth. It was wrecked just off the shore of Caracasbaai and sits in only 15 feet of water. The tugboat is crawling with marine life and is now covered in sponges and coral growth.
SSI Service Center Southern Caribbean, Willemstad
Beacon Point <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.4)</span>

Beacon Point (★4.4)

This beautiful wall dive at the western tip of Caracas Bay is best reached by boat and, due to possible strong currents, is best done as a drift dive. On the shallow plateau, you will find large pillar corals.
SSI Service Center Southern Caribbean, Willemstad
Divers Leap <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.4)</span>

Divers Leap (★4.4)

Beautiful healthy shallow coral reef with plenty of purple sea fans, large formations of elkhorn coral, pillar coral, and staghorn corals. A very nice steep wall starting at about 10 meters / 30 ft with lots of small holes and overhangs.
Scubapro, Stephen Frink
Lost Anchor <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.4)</span>

Lost Anchor (★4.4)

The spot is named after the anchor line that runs into the depths here and is truly a hidden gem for divers. The spot is, certainly compared to other spots in the bay, unspoilt!
Scubaçao, Willemstad
Jan Thiel baai <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.0)</span>

Jan Thiel baai (★4.0)

This bay is located at a busy beach so feel free to bring the family! Entering the water is easy and under water you will find a wreck and a platform, lots of sandy bottom up to a depth of 15m.
SSI Service Center Southern Caribbean, Willemstad
Caracasbaai <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.3)</span>

Caracasbaai (★4.3)

A great, shallow reef perfect for newer divers and snorkelers. Accessible by boat. Full of colorful hard and soft corals and sponges and lots of marine life.
Mares
Sandy’s Plateau <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.2)</span>

Sandy’s Plateau (★4.2)

Lots of hard coral including Elkhorn and Pillar coral, as well as many sponges and soft corals. A small overhang in the shallows often shelters schools of grunts. The dive site is between Jan Thiel beach and Mambo Beach and not accessible from shore.
Mares, Predrag Vuckovic
Saba <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.4)</span>

Saba (★4.4)

The mooring for this dive is located ten minutes by boat East of Mambo Beach, with the Saba wreck sitting at 15ft/5m. The shallows alternate between sandy areas, soft corals and hard coral. The drop-off is covered in hard coral and runs parallel to the coast for the most part. This site can have a slight current.
Mares, Predrag Vuckovic
Royal Reef <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.6)</span>

Royal Reef (★4.6)

This dive site is named after the hotel next door. It is a short swim from the beach or by boat. The site starts shallow but there is a wall right away where you can dive perfectly.