08:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Confirmation within 48 hours · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take
Learn to assemble scuba equipment before a shore dive at Tugboat or Caracas Bay on a private tour for your party.
Instruction, full dive gear and transport from the dive centre to the site are included; hotel pickup is excluded and a medical questionnaire is required. 4.98 from 195 reviews at €111 per person for 3h.
In our comparison: #3 of 18 in Scuba Diving, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
3 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: German, English, Dutch.
Option
What the operator says
From, per adult
Private 1 Dive – Try ScubaThe page price
Duration: 3 hours: ± 30–60 minutes in water ± 3 hours total experience (including briefing, preparation, and debrief) Shore Dive location: Tugboat or Caracasbaai
€111 for 2+ people
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.
€177 for 2+ people
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
€208 for 2+ people
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 6 October 2026.
Included and not 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
Reviews
5.0
195 ratings Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 195 of 195
Star breakdown of all 195 ratings
5 stars
192 · 98%
4 stars
3 · 2%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%
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Meeting point and route
Meeting point
Where
Duikcentrum van de Ven is located in the same building as Foodies and Jan Thiel Security.
Free parking is available directly in front of the diving school.
Instructors will be ready at the entrance to begin the private diving experience.
Departure
08:00 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Dive Center van de Ven; booking and payment are completed on Viator
About this tour, from the operator
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.
Walking, children and accessibility
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
Walking and health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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.
This activity is not suitable for pregnant participants or those with serious back, ear, or sinus problems.
Not recommended for travelers with recent surgery or treatments that limit physical activity
Not recommended for travelers with untreated mental health conditions or addictions
Children
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
The minimum age to participate is 10 years old.
Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Accessibility
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Diving within 48 hours of flying is not recommended.
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.
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 stomach, intestinal, or digestive problems that limit activity
Good to know
Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
Food not included bring or buy your own
Age rule The minimum age to participate is 10 years old.
Non-refundable no free cancellation
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Ranked #3 of 18 in Scuba Diving by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €35 to €499, median €116; typical length 3h 15m. 4 of 18 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 18 Scuba Diving