Curaçao
Porto Marie Reef
About this Dive Site
Description
Porto Marie Reef, a remarkable double reef easily accessible from shore, is a haven for marine biodiversity. Descend to the first plateau at 12 meters and then to the second at 25 meters, where you'll find abundant parrotfish, moray eels, sea turtles, and the sandy bottoms between the reefs are perfect for spotting rays.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
January, February, March, November, December, April, May, September, October
Jan
Exceptional visibility, known for its healthy coral gardens and diverse fish life.
Feb
Peak visibility, ideal for wide-angle photography.
Mar
Best visibility of the year, often see large schools of fish and turtles.
Apr
Warm water, good for spotting moray eels and other reef inhabitants.
More monthly highlights
May
Slightly reduced visibility due to potential plankton blooms, but still excellent.
Jun
Warmest water, good for macro life and observing cleaner shrimp stations.
Jul
Consistent warm water, good for relaxed dives and spotting juvenile fish.
Aug
Continued warm water, potential for encountering larger pelagics further offshore.
Sep
Rainy season begins, visibility can be variable but generally good.
Oct
End of rainy season, visibility improving. Good for spotting octopuses and lobsters.
Nov
Visibility returns to excellent levels, ideal for exploring the extensive reef.
Dec
Excellent conditions, often see eagle rays and large schools of fish.
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