Private Tour
Private VIP Discover Scuba Diving in Curaçao
Overview
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3 hours
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This activity is unique because it is a private shore dive just for you and your companions. At our dive center in Jan Thiel, the instructor guides you step by step and stays close at all times to make sure you feel safe and relaxed. You will assemble your own dive set and learn the essential dive signals before entering the water, so you know exactly how everything works.
From the shore, we explore the calm, clear waters of Tugboat or Caracas Bay. You will see colorful coral, tropical fish, and other fascinating marine life. Perhaps you will even spot a sea turtle during your dive at Caracas Bay, all at your own pace. Because it’s only your group, there are no strangers and all our attention is on you.
We make sure your first dive is calm, safe, and fun. The instructor is with you the whole time, helping you enjoy every moment, feel completely at ease, and discover the underwater world of Curaçao in a way you will always remember, surrounded by calm and clear waters.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Diving within 48 hours of flying is not recommended.
All participants are required to complete a medical health questionnaire prior to diving.
Some pre-existing medical conditions, such as asthma, heart problems, or other serious conditions, may prevent you from diving. Please consult your doctor if unsure.
The minimum age to participate is 10 years old.
Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Participants should bring swimwear, a towel, and sunscreen.
All dives are shore-based in calm, shallow waters under the close supervision of a professional instructor.
This activity is not suitable for pregnant participants or those with serious back, ear, or sinus problems.
Not recommended for travelers with serious lung or breathing problems (e.g., asthma, bronchitis)
Not recommended for travelers with serious ear or sinus problems
Not recommended for travelers with serious eye problems or recent eye surgery
Not recommended for travelers with neurological conditions or epilepsy
Not recommended for travelers with recent surgery or treatments that limit physical activity
Not recommended for travelers with untreated mental health conditions or addictions
Not recommended for travelers with stomach, intestinal, or digestive problems that limit activity
What To Expect
Experience a private introductory dive at our dive center in Jan Thiel, either at Tugboat or the calm Caracas Bay. The dive is a shore dive, with a maximum depth of twelve meters, lasting about 30 to 60 minutes in warm, clear water following international safety standards. Before the dive, complete the mandatory medical health declaration via the Divessi website or app. This ensures a safe and relaxed experience. At the dive center, equipment is prepared together and explained step by step. You will assemble your own dive set under the instructor’s guidance and learn key dive signals and exercises for safe underwater communication. From the shore, practice breathing and basic skills in shallow water. Only continue deeper when comfortable. Enjoy a relaxed dive along the reef with your instructor staying close at all times. All dives are in small private groups, exclusively with your companions, so all attention is on you. Bring swimwear and a towel, and enjoy a memorable first dive experience.
What‘s Included
Small private groups ensure personal attention and a relaxed experience.
Complete scuba gear including BCD, regulator, wetsuit, fins, mask, tank and weights
Enjoy a private dive with one or two tanks at Tugboat or Caracas Bay.
All applicable local taxes and fees are included in the price.
An experienced instructor guides your group throughout the dive.
Transport between the dive center and the dive site is included.
Shore-side instruction, assembling your dive set, and practicing basic skills and dive signals.
No pick-up from hotels or cruise terminals is included.
Lunch
Bring your own swimwear and a towel.
Any personal insurance
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Options
Private 1 Dive – Try Scuba
Duration: 3 hours: ± 30–60 minutes in water ± 3 hours total experience (including briefing, preparation, and debrief) Shore Dive location: Tugboat or Caracasbaai
Private 1 Dive + Photo
Duration: 3 hours: ± 30–60 minutes in water ± 3 hours total experience (including briefing, preparation, and debrief) Photo package: Professional photos and video of your private dive. Bring a USB stick to receive the original files after the dive.
Private 2 Dives – Try Scuba
Duration: 6 hours: ± 6 hours total experience (including briefing, preparation, debrief, and short break between dives) ± 30–60 minutes per dive Shore Dive locations: Tugboat & Caracasbaai
Reviews
189 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great!
Marruk8865,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Try Scuba VIP done with friends led by Monique. What a great experience! So relaxed and casual and Monique has all the patience in the world. Clear explanation and above all very cozy. Monique and Johan are tops! Arrived back from Curaçao this morning and am looking forward to the next time. Then I want to go get my Open Water. And certainly at Dive Center of the Ven! Thank you!
Great!
Nikkiv162,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great experience we had at this diving school! Our instructor Monique was really fantastic. A very nice, calm and patient woman who really takes the time to put everyone at ease. My friend has a lot of diving experience, but even for him the introduction dive was still very fun and special. For me it was the second time diving and thanks to Monique I felt completely comfortable underwater again. Also our friend went diving for the very first time and he was so excited afterwards! We made two beautiful dives in total and everything was top arranged. The guidance, atmosphere and attention we received made this experience unforgettable. Highly recommended for both beginners and experienced divers!
Super experience
Steinklets,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Again this year I went diving with this diving school. Just like previous experiences super again. Good and beautiful explanation of what will happen. Nice / beautiful locations visited. Super personally helped again. Monique and Johan super thanks. See you next year
A top experience at Dive Center of the Ven!
mari llec2017,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A top experience at Dive Center of the Ven! The four of us (my sister, my nephews and I) did a VIP test dive at Dive Center of the Ven on Curaçao and we enjoyed it enormously. What a fantastic experience! Gerard and Monique are incredibly sweet and friendly people who immediately put you at ease. Everything was explained very carefully and calmly, making you feel safe and familiar, even if you have no diving experience yet, or are afraid. Monique guided us during the test dive and did it in a great way: patient, professional and with a lot of attention for everyone. Gerard has made beautiful photos and videos underwater. A very nice memory to take home! Highly recommended for those looking for a good diving address on Curaçao. Thank you Gerard and Monique for this unforgettable experience!
Top team!👍🏻
N4216IGmb,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Second time dived with our family at Dive Center of the Ven-weather summit! Personal, quiet and perfectly attuned to our pace! This is about quality, not mass. We will be back!😃
Lovely enjoyed
Rmelman,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Again to Curacao so again to van de Ven! I came back here for the 3rd time after a long time and it was again a very relaxed, knowledgeable and fun experience. I will definitely be back again. Monique and Johan thank you so much again!
Best diving center for nature diving in Curacao
V460DOrichardw,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Small careful family business, very skilled in explanation and guidance of the dives. Moreover, team with a lot of knowledge of the local nature and how to deal with it. Have a lot of patience, are real diving specialists and are well worth this recommendation.
Best first dive ever
zifiow,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From the first moment you feel that this is a real family business. Everyone is incredibly nice, relaxed and genuinely involved. They take time for you, explain everything clearly and calmly and make you feel completely at ease – whether you are a beginner or already have experience. The equipment is well maintained and of high quality, which gives immediate confidence. Safety is clearly paramount, but always in a relaxed and cosy atmosphere. No rush, no stress – just enjoy. You can see from everything that they have a passion for diving and for their guests. It felt personal and warm, not massive or commercial. Really a top team! For us totally recommended
Fantastic 😍
giadae2026,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Top experience! Fine warm people. Very relaxed..! Thank you Monique!
Simply wonderful dive experience
F4570PZrickl,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Monique and the family run business are fantastic. We are repeat clients and appreciate the care and kind service. Very relaxed experience and had a blast. Highly recommended.
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