Whether you've never dived before or you're an advanced diver looking to explore 60+ sites — Epsilon Dive Center at Acoya Resort is the highest-rated dive operation in Curaçao, and you can book through Kumbai.
Epsilon Dive Center is a PADI 5-Star IDC — the highest level of PADI certification a dive center can hold — located inside the Acoya Resort on Curaçao's south coast. With a team of six dedicated Master Instructors, they specialize in PADI certifications and specialty courses, ensuring that every diver receives top-notch training and guidance.
Curaçao has a well-deserved reputation for diving. Over half of Curaçao's dive sites are accessed directly from shore — many from public beaches — and shore diving is the island's primary diving style, fully supported by dive operations at most locations. With Epsilon, transfer from your hotel is included in every package, so you don't need to navigate to the dive sites yourself.
There are over 60 dive locations around the island, featuring lively reefs, turtles, lots of macro life and a large variety of corals. Marie Pampoen Reef — in front of the dive center — is a fantastic location for night diving.
All snorkel trips include equipment, fish feeding experience, transfer by car, water, and snacks. A zone surcharge applies based on your hotel location.
All PADI courses include transfer by car from your hotel, all scuba gear, theory sessions, and your certification. You don't need any prior experience for the beginner courses.
Dive anywhere in the world with this qualification.
Book now →Already certified? Book a guided dive at one of Curaçao's 60+ sites. Equipment rental available on-site.
Epsilon's dive packages include transfer by car. The surcharge depends on your hotel's distance from the dive center at Acoya Resort (Mambo Beach area).
| Zone | Surcharge | Typical Hotel Locations |
|---|---|---|
| Home Base | No extra charge | Mambo Beach, Seaquarium Beach, Acoya Resort area |
| Zone 1 | +$15/person | Willemstad, Piscadera, Marriott, Baoase, Renaissance |
| Zone 2 | +$25/person | Jan Thiel, Santa Barbara, Papagayo, Sandals |
| Zone 3 | +$35/person | Blue Bay, Westpunt, Porto Mari area, far west coast |
Zone surcharge is per person and applies to all dive and snorkel packages. Commission is calculated on the total including zone surcharge.
Epsilon Dive Center has access to over 60 sites. Here are the most notable:
One of the most famous shore diving spots in Curaçao — a small sunken tugboat in shallow waters, making it easily accessible for divers of all skill levels. Just 5m deep. Seahorses, octopus, tarpon, parrotfish.
A vertical wall from 10m to below 30m with turtles, barracudas, and numerous fish species. One of the most impressive wall dives near Willemstad.
A 400-ton, 165-foot cargo ship that sunk in 1977. Today its remains are covered with beautiful coral, and divers spot snapper, jacks, barracuda, tarpon, and sea turtles. 30m depth.
Located next to the Tugboat wreck. Clear water, vibrant coral reefs, and abundant marine life. Shallow reef suitable for both novice and experienced divers.
Often a drift dive — large coral heads from 30 to 80 ft, large bait balls frequently encountered. Turtles are common and there has been a rare whale shark sighting.
The house reef right in front of Epsilon's dive center — described as a fantastic location for night diving, where octopus, moray eels, and sleeping fish become visible after dark.
Inside the Acoya Resort at Dr. Hugenholtzweg z/n, Willemstad — in the Mambo Beach / Seaquarium area. Transfer from your hotel is included in all packages.
Yes. The Discover Scuba Diving program ($135/person) is designed for complete beginners. It includes theory, a pool or confined water session, and a real ocean dive. No prior experience required.
Over 60 — more than half accessible from shore. Sites range from the 5m Tugboat Wreck (beginner) to the Superior Producer at 30m (advanced) and drift dives at Watamula for experienced divers.
All PADI courses and Discover Scuba include full gear. Shore and boat dive packages do not include equipment — rental is available on-site at Epsilon (full gear $55, or individual items from $5–$20).
Curaçao's diving is good year-round. The dry season (April–November) brings calmer seas and better visibility. Water temperature stays around 26–29°C throughout the year with average 20–30m visibility.
Yes. Epsilon offers guided night shore dives ($95/person, min 4) and night boat dives ($130/person, min 4). Marie Pampoen Reef in front of the dive center is the preferred night dive location.
Browse all Epsilon Dive Center packages on Kumbai — from $45 snorkel trips to full PADI certifications. Transfer from your hotel included.
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