Dive Center van de Ven
Caracasbaaiweg 360, Willemstad, CUW
About the Center
Dive Center van de Ven, located in Willemstad, Curaçao, is an SSI-certified dive center offering a comprehensive range of diving courses. From introductory dives with the Discover Scuba Diving program to professional training with Divemaster and Instructor Development Course, Dive Center van de Ven provides opportunities for all experience levels. The center also offers specialized courses such as Enriched Air Nitrox, Rescue Diver, and various technical diving courses, catering to both recreational and professional divers.
The facilities at Dive Center van de Ven include a well-stocked dive shop, equipment rental, and air fills (including nitrox). The center distinguishes itself by offering boat diving and night diving, as well as guided dives to iconic Curaçao dive sites like Tugboat, Caracasbaai, and Director's Bay. A bar on the premises adds a social element to the diving experience for guests.
Dive Center van de Ven welcomes English and French-speaking divers, facilitating learning and communication. With a strong emphasis on safety and quality training under SSI certification, the center is committed to delivering memorable and enriching diving experiences in the beautiful waters of Curaçao.
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3 cursosOpen Water Diver
The SSI Open Water Diver course at Duikcentrum van de Ven certifies you to dive independently to 18 m and is recognized worldwide. Being an SSI Diamond Center — the top recognition tier — means the training…
Advanced Open Water
The SSI Advanced Open Water Diver course at Duikcentrum van de Ven builds on an existing Open Water certification through a set of specialty dives. The Classic version runs approximately €358 all in; the VIP private…
SSI Try Scuba Diving (Introductory Dive)
The introductory dive at Duikcentrum van de Ven runs from their base in Jan Thiel, with two main site options: Tugboat and Caracasbaai. Both are shore dives, no boat involved, which keeps the logistics simple and the…
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No experience required. The introductory dive is designed for complete first-timers. You get a personal briefing beforehand and stay with your instructor throughout the entire dive.
VIP means fully private: one instructor dedicated solely to your group, no other divers in the water with you. Classic puts you in a group of up to four divers per instructor. The price difference is small — around €9-10 per person for introductory dives and guided dives.
The main sites are Tugboat, Caracasbaai, Directeursbaai, Marie Pampoen, La Palapa, Boca Simon, Jan Thiel, Barracuda Point, and the Superior Producer wreck. Night dives are also available at certain locations for an additional surcharge.
Yes. The full course including all open water dives is completed here in Curaçao. The VIP version (XCG 825 / approx. €415) includes all dives with private instructor attention; the Classic version (XCG 785 / approx. €395) works in small groups of up to four.
The center is open Tuesday through Friday and Sunday, 08:00 to 13:00. Monday and Saturday are closed. Bookings are handled via WhatsApp (+599 9 514 1267) or email at [email protected]. Advance reservation is required, especially for VIP dives.
Yes, free pickup is available within the Jan Thiel area. Contact the center via WhatsApp when booking to arrange collection.
Yes, photo and video service is available. Bring your own USB stick to receive all original footage after the dive. Note that this service is temporarily unavailable from 11 May to 2 July 2026 due to team vacation.
Duikcentrum van de Ven is an SSI Diamond Center, the highest recognition level in the SSI system. Courses range from Basic Diver and Open Water through Advanced Open Water, multiple specialties, ecology programs, and up to Assistant Instructor.