Relaxed Guided Dives

Located in the heart of Curaçao on the main road between Willemstad and Westpunt, Relaxed Guided Dives serves as a central hub for divers exploring the island's diverse underwater topography. Their position allows for quick access to most major dive sites, typically within a 10 to 30-minute transit.

As an SSI Diamond Dive Centre and Pro Training Centre, the operation is geared towards high standards of training and logistics. Whether you are looking for a relaxed shore dive on the reef flat or an expedition by boat to more remote locations like Klein Curaçao, the centre organises trips based on current weather, visibility, and your specific certification level.

The team at Relaxed Guided Dives is multilingual, providing instruction and guidance in English, German, and Dutch. This makes the centre a reliable choice for international divers looking for clear communication during technical training or guided explorations.

They manage a wide range of diver profiles, from families and young divers to professionals pursuing advanced certifications. The centre's focus remains on personalised service and small groups, ensuring that the dive experience is tailored to the individual's skill level and comfort.

The training programme is extensive, covering the full spectrum of SSI and PADI certifications. Beginners can start with Discover Scuba Diving or Scuba Diver courses, progressing through Open Water Diver and Advanced Open Water Diver. For those looking to deepen their skills, specialties such as Deep Diving, Wreck Diving, Navigation, and Drift Diving are available.

Professional divers can utilise the centre as a Pro Training Centre, with courses ranging from Divemaster and Assistant Instructor to full Instructor Training Courses. They also offer specialised training in niche areas like Sidemount, Full Face Mask, Decompression Diving, and even Gas Blender and Equipment Specialist programmes.

The centre is well-equipped for both local divers and those travelling from abroad. They offer full equipment hire, including regulators, wetsuits, fins, and masks. For night dives, torches are available to ensure you can navigate the reef after dark.

On the technical side, the facility features a professional filling station powered by two Bauer V500 compressors. They maintain a large inventory of more than 120 air cylinders and 60 Nitrox cylinders (EAN32), and they offer unlimited air and Nitrox packages for those looking to extend their bottom time.

The reefs are teeming with a diverse array of colourful reef fish, sea turtles, and eagle rays. You will often find octopus, lobsters, and various species of shrimp and arrow crabs tucked into the crevices of the coral formations.

Macro enthusiasts will find plenty to observe, including seahorses, frogfish, and various species of octopus. The seabed and reef structures also host many interesting invertebrates such as snails and other small crustaceans.

Seasonally, the area offers unique opportunities for divers. You can join specialised dives to witness coral spawning or participate in night dives specifically timed to see Ostracodes, which appear a few nights after each full moon.

Diving in Curaçao is possible year-round, with conditions generally remaining calm and safe. The centre monitors the weather and sea state daily to select the most suitable sites for each group.

Visibility is typically excellent, often reaching 30 metres, though this can vary depending on local conditions. The centre selects dive sites based on the current visibility and swell to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all certification levels.