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WATAMULA 25'-100' (8m-30m) One of the Caribbean's best dives has huge coral mushrooms and an                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           S0 1 2                                                                                                                                                                               Franko's
extensive pristine hard coral garden. Head south from the mooring at about 60' (18m) and then return                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   C
at about 40' (12m). Sometimes a drift dive. Shore diving is often not feasible due to waves, but shore                                                                                                                                                                                   WESTPUNT Visitors to Curaçao’s West End                                                       A Statute Miles                                                                                                       LEGEND                                               CURACAO
divers who arrive at this remote site via a dirt road jump in and enter a cave called “The Hole of                                                                                                                                                                                       stay an beautiful resorts or lodges over-                                                     L0 1 2
Curaçao”, plus swim through another tunnel while heading south along the cliff. Exit point for sore                                                                                                                                                                                      looking limestone cliffs and the blue                                                         E                                                                                                             Points of Interest                                             Guide & Dive Map
divers is Playa Gepi. Advanced divers only.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Caribbean Sea. These photos capture a                                                                                                                                                                       Landhuizen (Plantation House)
ELVIN'S PLANE WRECK This 80-passenger plane (without the passengers!) was placed in the water in                                     Lighthouse                                                                                                                                          typically fabulous Westpunt sunset, and a                                                                                    Kilometers                                                                     Ring Road
February 2007. However, the distance to the wreck plus prevailing currents makes this a boat dive                                    Noordpunt                                                                                                                                           rainbow over Playa Kalki.                                                                                                                                                                                   Major Road
only. Hurricane Omar did considerable damage to the wreck in 2008.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              CURAÇAO GEOGRAPHY                                                                                    Secondary Road
                                                                                                                  Noordpunt                                                                                                                      BOCA TABLA Located within the Shete Boka National Park, this often                                                                                                                                                                                  SCUBA SITE
                                                                                                                                        BocaBGorcaBanocBdiraaBuoMcnoBlaosicTBaaoBcbloWacaaBaCnoodPrcltoaBaatolmicéMeiaannDDsjoaesliUgBñnuoacBaocadangerous dive site is loaded with reef fish and pelagic species, but                                                                        Length of Island: 39 km (24 mi)                                                                        Snorkel Site
PLAYA KALKI/ALICE IN WONDERLAND 30'-100'+ (9m-30m+) There is a small sandy beach below                            Watamula                                                                                                                       must be dived only when calm. It is seldom dived.                                                                                            Width of Island: 5 to 11 km (3 to 7 mi)                                                                Beach
limestone cliffs ("Kalki" is Papiamentu for limestone), where divers and snorkelers enter. Swim to the                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Area: 444 sq. km (171 sq. mi)
drop-off and descend to 60’ (18m) and go southward for half a tank, then head back at about 40’                                                                                                                                                           BOCA TABLA CAVE A key feature at Shete Boka National Park, this sea cave can be                                                     High Point: Christoffelberg 375m (1,231 ft)
(12m). Corals host colorful fishes. Be aware of currents.                                                         Playa Gepi                                                                                                                              entered from a volcanic rock and concrete stairstep tunnel, which leads down to the                                                 Rainfall: 56 cm (22 in.)/year
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          water’s edge. Although you will be confined to a cave, the cave opens to the sea                                                    Population: 128,000 (2006)
PLAYA PISCADÓ/PLAYA GRANDI 15'-80' (5m-24m) Easy entry from right side of the beach for all levels,               Westpunt              SHETE                                                                                                             where crashing waves roar in. You can climb down into the cave, but beware of a      Boca Tabla

but the reef is 300' (90m) out. Reef squid school here. The beach is called "Westpunt Beach", and it is           Playa Kalki                 BOKA
where the catch-of-the-day is brought in. Watch out for boats. Not a sunbather's beach. A statue of
Neptune is found at 9 meters depth.                                                                               Playa Piscadó WESTPUNT

PLAYA FORTI/SWEET ALICE 30'-100'+ (9m-30m+) Park at the top of the cliffs and walk down the                                                         NATIONAL                                                                                       low ceiling, a slippery floor, and powerful waves.

stairs. The dive site is a 150-meter swim from this picnic beach. The reef is fabulous.                           Playa Forti                                      PARK                                                                                         SHETE BOKA NATIONAL PARK The name means “Seven Mouths” in                                                                                                                                      FAVORITE ACTIVITIES ON CURAÇAO:
                                                                                                                                Fort                                                                                                                            Papiamentu, the native language of Curaçao. The name refers to seven                                                                                                                           Scuba Diving From Watamula on Curaçao’s extreme west end to Klein Curaçao, pristine
PLAYA KENEPA GRANDI/PLAYA ABOU (ABAO) 35'-100'+ (11m-30m+) Easily accessed from shore, this                                                                                Naar              Indian                                                             sea inlets, or rocky bays along the rugged cliffs. Visitors can hike and                                               CURAÇAO’S BEACHES: Curaçao has 30 public and                            coral reefs and diverse marine life make Curaçao a world-class dive destination. Shore               I
sheltered bay is perfect for beginners and snorkelers. Divers head for the drop-off, which is quite a                        Westpunt                               Weg                   Inscription                                                           view these beautiful bays where the sea is usually very rough, with                                                    private beaches, ranging from quiet rocky coves to long                 diving is easy as you can swim out to the drop-off. There, you descend to about 18m (60')          Curaçao!
swim from shore, with sea rods, sea plumes, cactus coral, and plate coral all along the wall. Playa                                                                            Landhuis Caves                                                                   huge waves crashing against the cliffs. Dramatic sea caves and a                                                       sandy strands with amenities. Most private beaches                      depth, and head parallel to the shore into the current. After 30 minutes, or a half-tank of air,
Abou (Abao) is a lovely public beach at the end of a dirt road. This sheltered bay is ideal for beginners                                     CHRISTOFFEL                      Savonet                                                                          natural bridge have been carved by the action of the sea. Convenient                                                   charge a fee for their facilities, but it is worth it. All of           you turn around and come back at a shallower depth. Boat divers plunge in off the boat              "The Authentic Dutch Caribbean"
and snorkelers.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 marked walking paths along the cliff tops and through some of the                                                      the best beaches are scattered along the long southwest-                which is moored in about 9m (30') of water, then go out at 18m (60') and back at 12m (40’),              Recreational Guide Map for
KLEINE KNIP/PLAYA KENEPA CHIKITU "Little Knip Beach" is a favorite spot for locals to barbeque, and Playa Kenepa Grandi                                                                                                                                         inlets make hiking the scenic trails easy.                                                                             facing shoreline from Westpunt down to the Sea                          just like the shore dive. Water temperatures range from 26-29°C (78-84°F) and visibility is             People Who Love CURAÇAO,
"Playa Kenepa" is a campout beach on school holidays. The cove perfectly suits beginners and                                                                                      Christoffel N.P.                                                                                                                                                                                     Aquarium. Generally, the waters are calm and clear, the                 almost always 30m (100') or better. Curaçao’s resorts offer unlimited shore diving, and boat
snorkelers, although it is a ten minute swim to the drop-off. Divers enter the water on the left side of                                                   NATIONAL               Scenic Drive #1                                                                                 CHRISTOFFEL NATIONAL PARK This 4,500-acre wildlife                                                   near-shore snorkeling is great, and the scuba diving out                dives are always convenient. There are nearly 100 dive sites, primarily on the leeward side,         "The Authentic Dutch Caribbean".
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  preserve is home to Christoffelberg, Curaçao's highest                                               at the drop-off is superb. The north-facing coast is fairly             and just a few dive sites are situated on the rough and rugged windward side. Wreck divers
the beach. Brain, star, and wire corals, plus sea fans and tube sponges are common.                               Playa Kenapa Chikitu   Landhuis          Christoffel N.P.                                                                                                       peak. Explore by jeep, car, horseback, mountain bike, or                                             inaccessible, plus currents are strong and there are no                 are pleased to find access to boats, aircraft, and wreck debris. Many divers who experience
                                                                                                                                           Knip                                                                                                                                   on foot. Protected wildlife includes iguanas, rabbits,                                               real beaches to enjoy. The exception is Boca Playa                      Curaçao’s underwater make this wonderful Southern Caribbean island their choice for dive
PLAYA JEREMI 30'-100'+ (9m-30m+) This shallow bay is for beginners and snorkelers who enter and                                                             Scenic Drive  #P2 ARKWestpunt                                                                           Bartolbaai donkeys, several species of birds, and 150 to 200 small,                                                Canoa (aka Playa Kanoa). It is calm and easy within the                 vacationing every year.
exit along the right side of the beach. The outer reef starts 150 meters from shore where you dive a                                    Landhuis    Christoffelberg                                                                                                               white-tail Curaçao deer. Historians believe Indians                                                  breakwater, and there is surfing beyond. Divers find                    Snorkeling Although Curaçao is a scuba diver’s paradise, it also boasts world-class
typical Curacao dive profile. Eagle rays cruise through this area. The beach is beautiful, but there are                                 Jeremi                                                                                                                                   brought the deer from South America in the 14th and 15th                                             this place to be magnificent, when conditions permit.
no amenities.                                                                                                                                       375m (1231’)
                                                                                                                  Playa Jeremi
PLAYA LAGUN 30'-100' (9m-30m) Easy shore dive. Enter on the right side of the beach and swim to
the drop-off, which starts 100 meters out. Night divers enjoy finding octopi, green morays, and                                                                                                                                                                                    centuries.
goldentail eels. Scorpion fish, eagle rays, and sea turtles are common by day. Nice for all levels of                                                                             Tafelberg                                                                                                                                                                   View of Christoffelberg  However, very few snorkelers or divers venture to “the                  snorkeling. If you can swim, you can put on a mask, snorkel and fins and see the beautiful            Includes Attractions, Beautiful Beaches,
experience. Two small caves can be found in the rocks at shallow depths.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       and Landhuis Savonet    other side” of the island. Topless sunbathing is not                    coral reefs and tropical reef creatures at dozens of snorkel sites as shown on the map.                & Fabulous Snorkeling & Scuba Diving.
BOCA SANTA CRUZ 25'-100' (8m-30m) Enter the water on the right side of the beach and head to a                       Playa Lagún                                                          Landhuis                                                                                                                                 THE BLUE ROOM This sea cave is                      allowed on the                                                          Visibility often exceeds 30m (100') even in the shallows, and the water temperature is so           Printed on WATERPROOF, RIP-RESISTANT PLASTIC
mooring 300 meters out. This reef has tons of brain coral, star coral, and orange elephant ear                                                                                        St. Hyronimus                                                                                                                                near the famous Mushroom Forest                     public beaches,                                                         moderate that snorkelers typically do not need a wetsuit.                                          Visit Franko at www.frankosmaps.com
sponges. Beware of crowds and boat traffic on weekends.                                                             Boca Santa Cruz                                                                                                                                                                                                dive site. Water mist is snorted out                however, it is                                                          Sailing Numerous organizations offer full packages for sunset trips or day trips. You will
SANTU PRETU 20'-100' (6m-30m) Only accessible by boat. The "Black Sand Beach" is a wrecked 100'                   Boca Santu Pretu                                                    LELIENBERG                                                                                  Playa Grandi                                     of the waterline cave entry as a wave               tacitly okay on a                                                       enjoy beautiful views of Curaçao and good food as you sail Spaanse Water.                                                              Caribbean Sea
(30m) fishing boat marked by a buoy. It rests upside-down on the sandy bottom in 20' (6m) feet of                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  surges in. You can snorkel from your                                                                                        Landhuizen (Plantation Houses) These former plantation houses were built in the 18th and
water 150 meters from the beach. The sand flats nearby feature garden eels.                                          Playa Hulu                    Landhuis                                                                                                                                                                        moored dive boat over to the cave,                  few isolated                                                            19th centuries. There used to be about 100 plantations on Curaçao, and the center of each                                               CURACAO
MUSHROOM FOREST 40'-60'+ (12m-18m+) Only accessible by boat, one of Curaçao's favorite dives                                                       Sta. Cruz                                                                                                                                                                       take a good breath and swim in. In-                 private beaches.                                                        plantation was the landhuis, where the master lived with his house slaves. The plantation
is a forest of mushroom-shaped coral formations, starting close to the shoreline cliffs at 40' (12m)                                                                                                                                                            St. Antonieberg                                                    side you’ll find a huge room with air               However, it is not                                                      houses were usually located on a hill, so that the land and the neighboring plantations were
deep, and running for hundreds of yards out to 60' (18m) deep to a drop-off.                                                                                    Seru Bandera                                                                                                      Bergantin Baai                                   and plenty of overhead space.                       appreciated by the                                                      within sight. Over 50 of these houses have survived the ages, and about a third of them are
THE CAVE Only accessible by boat, Blue Cave also known as Blue Room or The Cave. It is hidden in the                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           open to the public.
cliffs just inside Mushroom Forest, and can be entered by snorkelers.                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Boca                                                                                            local folks. Please                                                     Bicycling Mountain biking and road riding are favorite ways to explore Curaçao's
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Santu Pretu                                                                                         have respect for
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Hofi Pastor                                                                                                         local culture.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                (Sanctuary with    Boca Patrick                                                                                                              Porto Marie

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  hiking trails)

SPONGE FOREST 25'-100'+ (8m-30m) This is a boat dive to a drop off loaded with colorful barrel                                                      Landhuis Klein                                                                                 BARBER                                                COUNTRY HOUSE MUSEUM This museum is a restored thatched-                                                                                              countryside, particularly on the west end of the island and within the two national parks.
sponges, rope sponges, encrusting sponges, tube sponges, and elephant ear sponges.                                                                                                                                                                                                                       roofed 19th century manor house, and contains fishing and                                                                                             Note that motorists are not used to cyclists. Wear a helmet at all times.
PLAYA HULU 20'-100'+ (6m-30m+) This seldom-dived reef is in excellent condition, and along the                                                      Santa Martha          SOTO                                                                             Country House                                 agricultural equipment, antiques, paintings, tapestries, and more.                                                                                    Hiking Curaçao's beautiful landscape is full of nice trails, many of which cannot be reached
wall you'll find numerous sea fans, sea plumes, sheet coral, and colonies of black coral.                                                                  Santa                                                                                                                   Boca Ascención                                                                                                                                                              by car and are seldom used. The west end has two national parks, plus the Watamula area to
                                                                                                                            Boca Pos Spaño     Landhuis    Martha         Landhuis Groot                                                            Landhuis    Museum                                                                                                                 WILLEMSTAD The capital of Curaçao is home to 125,000                    hike. The island’s favorite hike is up Christoffelberg for a view all the way to Venezuela.
POS SPANO 20'-100'+ (6m-30m+) This boat dive is on a fish-filled reef, which includes parrotfish,                                             San Nicolas                 Santa Martha                                                             Dokterstuin                                                                                                                         people. It features two historic districts called Otrobanda             Scenic Drives Curaçao has scenic roads from end to end, although the hilly Northwest end
surgeonfish, nesting sergeant majors, frogfish, filefish, and barracuda. Also called Radio City.                                                           Baai                                                                                                         Landhuis                                                                                                       and Punda. Punda was established in 1634 when the                       from Otrobanda all the way to Westpunt is the favorite. The route can include numerous
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Ascensión                                                                                                      Dutch captured the island from Spain. It is now a major                 excursions to the coast to a whole list of fine beaches and spots to take a postcard photo, or to
   BLACK CORAL GARDEN 30'-100'+ (6m-30m+) The main attraction for this boat dive is the                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                cruise ship shopping mecca. Otrobanda was founded in                    get wet. As you aproach Westpunt you will pass Chistoffelberg, which looms over the land
   assortment of black corals, found between 30 and 100 feet depth. Watch for turtles too.                                                                          Butterfly Garden       Landhuis                                                                     Weg                                                                                                            1707, and is now the cultural center of Curaçao. The two                and sea at 375 meters (1,231 feet) high - the high spot on the island. In a few of the valleys
                                                                                                                                                                                          Pannekoek                                                                                                                                                                                    districts are connected by the Queen Emma Bridge (a.k.a                 even along the main roads you will go through tree tunnels in what seems like an enchanted
      HELL'S CORNER 20'-100'+ (6m-30m+) Often times undiveable because of surge and currents, but when                                  Boca Santa Martha                                                                                                                                                                                                                              the Floating Bridge), as well as the soaring, 56- meter high            forest. Christoffelberg National Park has two scenic drives on windy, slow roads. Near the
      calm, divers boat in to enjoy an impressive near-vertical reef.                                                                                                                     Weg Naar                                                                                                                                                                                     Queen Juliana Bridge along the super highway known as                   Sea Aquarium you can also ride an ATV for a fun tour.
                                                                                                                                                   Playa Hundu                                                                                                               Naar              Boca                                CHURCHES Shown is a                                 “The Ring”. The city also surrounds a huge natural harbor               Birdwatching Everybody loves to see Curaçao's national bird, the yellow-breasted oriole.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            San Pedro                              beautiful house of worship                          called Schottegat, and is a major oil refinery for                      Its close relative, the orange-breasted oriole is said by locals to be messengers of good luck.
                                                                                                                                                                             San                                                                   Santa                                                                           at St. Willibrordus. Many of                        Venezuelan crude.                                                       Either of these terrestrial birds is striking to see. Curaçao is on the flyway or is a winter
               MAKO'S MOUNTAIN 20'-100'+ (6m-30m+) Only accessible by boat, three fantastic sister sites offer some of                                                      Juan          Landhuis                                                              Cruz                                                               Curaçao’s towns have a
               the best coral formations in the Caribbean. Pelagics, including mako are found.                                                               Boca GrandiBaai              San Juan                                                                                                                                 beautiful chapel at their
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   center. Along the side of
                    MIKE'S REEF 20'-100'+ (6m-30m+) Easily accessible from shore, this site features a nice reef with abundant                                                                                                                                                    Westpunt                                         the edifice you will also find
                 stony corals and gorgonians, as well as goldentail and spotted morays. A pipe can be followed for finding your                                                                                                                                                                                                    an above-ground cemetery.
                 way back.                                                                                                                                 Playa Mansaliña                                                                                                                                                         Please be respectful when

                 HARRY'S HOLE 20'-100'+ (6m-30m+) Situated just south of Santa Martha Bay and accessible by shore or                                       Playa Shon Mosa                                                                                              Weg                                                        visiting.                                                                                                                   resting stop for millions of migratory birds. You may see pink Caribbean flamingoes, which         HISTORY OF CURAÇAO: Amerigo Vespucci discovered Curaçao in 1499 while
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  heading to South America. He left some of his scurvy-afflicted sailors on the
                 boat. The mooring is in 20' (6m) of water, and the drop-off is nearby. The shallower parts are excellent for                              Punt Halve Dag                                                                        Landhuis          Naar            Landhuis                                                                                                                                                                    are often seen in the brackish bays and lakes. Ornithologists claim to have seen over 160
                 beginners and snorkelers. Look for seahorses!                                                                                                     Playa Largu                                                                   Cas Abou       Willi                                                                                                                                                                                          species of birds, including residents or migratory, ranging from the graceful magnificent

                 PLAYA HUNDU/LOST ANCHOR 30'-100'+ (9m-30m+) Accsessible by shore or boat, there is a difficult-to-find                                                   Playa Chikitu                                                             Landhuis       San                    Siberie       TERA                                                                                                                                                   frigatebird, and other sea birds, to terrestrial birds like the noisy Curaçao parakeet, with its   island. Because they were cured, he called the island “Curaçao”, based on the
                 anchor at 75' (23m) depth. The wall falls steeply away and has lush coral and colorful sponges. Very beautiful                                               Cas Abou                                                             Porto Marie  brordo                                  KORA                                                                                                                                                   green plumage and yellow face.                                                                     Portuguese word for “The Cure”. In the 16th Century, the Spanish settled here
                 soft corals to the right at 40' to 50' (12 to 15 meters).                                                                                                     Play'i Shon                                                                                   Landhuis                                                                                                                                                                          Sport Fishing Curaçao is renowned for big game fishing including sailfish, marlin, tuna,           followed by the Dutch in 1634. The Dutch West India Company governed the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          St. Sebastiaan                    Landhuis                                                                                                                                           tarpon, wahoo, snapper, bonefish, and dorado. There are many charter fishing companies             island and controlled the area’s slave trade in the 17th and 18th Centuries.
                       BOKA GRANDI/PLAYA KANDELCHI 25'-100'+ (8m-30m+) Good snorkeling along the left side of the bay. Easy                                                    Playa Hunku                                                                                                                    Daniel                                                                                                                                           who can take you out for a great day.                                                              Rebellion at last abolished slavery here in 1863. Meanwhile, England grabbed
                       beach entry, but the drop-off is 150m from shore. Sea rods, rope sponges, brain coral, and lettuce coral, as well                                          Porto Marie                                                                                     Landhuis                                                                                             Westbound View From   Eastbound View From                               Horseback Riding Within the 4,500 acres of Christoffel National Park there are many superb         control of Curaçao from the Dutch a couple of times, only to give it back, once in
                       as schools of creole wrasse, angelfish, goby, and some very large groupers. Small entrance fee.                                                                                                                                                            Jan Kok                                                                                              Queen Juliana Bridge  Queen Juliana Bridge                              equestrian trails. Get atop a horse with Rancho Alfin by inquiring at the park entrance.           a battle in 1802, and once via the Treaty of Paris in 1816. Curaçao achieved
                                                                                                                                                                                   Daaibooibaai                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   autonomy from the Netherlands in 1954. Today’s parliamentary government
                            PLAYA MANSALIÑA 30'-100'+ (9m-30m+) Reached at end of scenic road with fee paid at Landhuis San Juan,                                                                                                                  ST. WILLIBRORDUS                   Salina St. Marie                                                                                                 HATO CAVES This impressive cavern                                                                                                                          has elections every four years.
                            or via boat. The drop-off is 150 meters out. Beautiful snorkeling.                                                                                                                                                                                     Flamingo Sanctuary                                                                                                  has a floor area equal to 3 soccer fields

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                             Sheet Coral                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Queen                                                                                                                               coral. Fish you will find here include yellowtail snapper, hogfish, and soldierfish.     nesting site for turtles. For safety, arrange for it at the dive center of your choice. Beware of
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Conch                                                                                                                                                                                                                        currents and remember to set your compass!
Yellowstriped                                                                                     Anemone Yellow               Sand Tilefish       Peacock          Sea Cucumber           Caribbean                                                                    Shell
   Goatfish                                                                                       Stingray                                         Flounder                                Reef Squid
                 Sand Diver                                                        Spiny Lobster                                                                                                                                                                                                        Nurse Shark                Southern Stingray

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