Introduction Dives & PADI Courses

Start your adventure in the fabulous underwater world of Curacao. Have a great a great experience under supervision of an Instructor
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Join one of our Guided Diving Trips and explore 60+ dive sites Curacao has to offer. Experience all the beautiful fish, colorful reefs and enjoy Curacao as intended.
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Explore Curacao, Snorkel the best reefs, Enjoy a Boat or Sunset trip, Swim with Dolphins, Go Deep or Sail to Klein Curacao
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Diving courses and Trips, Snorkeling, Island tours, Fishing, Klein Curacao and more!

 

Directly on the beautiful Livingstone Jan Thiel resort you will find the starting point for the largest water sport activities: Jan Thiel Diving. This is not only a full-service dive center with a range of swimwear, beach items and snorkeling and diving equipment, but also the place to book a trip in Curacao. Diving on Curacao with Jan Thiel Diving is the perfect way to start your diving experience with a diving license. Personal attention, quality service, excellent equipment, boat and shore dives, lots of fun!

If you want to dive for the first time an Introduction Dive is the perfect activity, probably you will love diving and you will be able to carry on with the PADI Open Water Course. When you are already certified and looking for more adventure and a new challenge maybe the PADI Advanced Open Water or one of the PADI Specialties is suitable for you.

For all divers looking for some relaxed guided dives exploring one of the 60+ dive sites of Curacao make sure to join one of the daily 2 Tank guided shore dives, these are also perfect to combine with a Refresh Dive if it has been a while since your last dive.

Besides diving and for all non diving guests we offer a wide range of activities such a Half Day Snorkel Tour, Westpoint Snorkel Day Trip where you will snorkel with Turtles! Or maybe you are looking for one of the fabulous boat trips like the bounty like island of Klein Curacao.

 

Contact & Book: (+5999) 567 5511 or info@janthieldiving.com

 

2 Tank Guided Shore Dive

Every morning it is possible to do a 2 tank dive trip with us. We can go with our van to every dive location that can be reached from the shore. The wreck 'The Tugboat', which is only 5 min drive or the beautiful and many corals at 'Directors Bay'. Also the beautiful and almost extraterrestrial environment of "Carpile" is definitely recommended! Or do you want to join us on a full day trip to the west side of the island? You name it, we'll take you there! Start with fantastic coral reefs with a wide variety of different species of fish, turtles, lobsters, rays and other animals. All our trips are with small groups so we can give a lot of personal attention so that you will not get bored and have fun experiences in the one we love the most: diving on Curacao  
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Discover Scuba Dive

Experience the beauty of Curacao with our Introduction Dive! This 3-hour adventure includes a brief theory session led by a PADI professional, covering dive equipment, safety rules, and the wonders of the underwater world. You’ll start by practicing three essential skills in the shallow waters of a protected bay. Then, dive into the vibrant reef to explore stunning corals, diverse fish, and fascinating marine life. You might just discover a new passion for scuba diving! Check if you're medically fit to dive: Diver Medical Form. For availability, please email us at info@janthieldiving.com, as we cannot guarantee spots. Dive into adventure!
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PADI Advanced Open Water Course

During your Advanced Open Water Diver course you will do 5 different Adventure Dives. The Deep Dive and the Underwater Navigation Dive are mandatory (the Peak Performance Bouyancy Dive is highly recommended). The other Adventure Dives you will select with guidance of one of our PADI Instructors. The 5 Adventure Dives are a lot of fun and you will develop different capabilities. After this course you will be certified to dive to a maximum depth of 30m / 100ft. We start our PADI Advanced Open Water Diver courses each Tuesday, Thursday or Sunday. When you make a reservation you can plan your first day / dives and the second day we be planned in consultation with our instructors.
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Snorkel Trip

If you are curious to explore the beautiful underwater world, then this snorkel / sightseeing trip is exactly what you are looking for. It takes about 3 hours to show you around our beautiful reefs, to tell a bit about the wonders of Curaçao and to enjoy the island underwater and up there.
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PADI Open Water Course

Do you want to discover the magical underwater world and become a certified diver? The PADI Open Water Course is your perfect start! In just 2 days, you'll learn all the basic skills you need to dive safely and confidently, anywhere in the world.   The course begins with e-learning, allowing you to complete the theory at your own pace from home, followed by practice dives in the pool and 4 open water dives in the ocean. Under the guidance of experienced PADI professionals, you will explore breathtaking dive sites, learn how to handle the equipment, and have the opportunity to come face to face with colorful fish, coral reefs, and other marine life.   The PADI Open Water Course is suitable for anyone aged 10 and over and offers the perfect mix of adventure and education. Whether you dream of diving in tropical destinations or are just looking to experience something new, this is the ideal way to start your adventure! Once you earn your certification, you'll be recognized as a diver worldwide and ready to explore the ocean. Check if you're medically fit to dive: Diver Medical Form. For availability, please email us at info@janthieldiving.com, as we cannot guarantee spots. Dive into adventure!
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Westpoint Snorkel/Dive Tour

The west tour is the longest tour that we offer. It takes you to the west side of our island, where you can see the most beautiful beaches of Curacao. We take you to the amazing white beach and many blue colors of Grote Knip. Don't forget the flamingo's at Williwood. We also go to Ascension and many more beautiful places. What differs this from our other tours is that in this tour, you have the option to go snorkel and/or dive at one of our beautiful beaches at the west side. There is also the opportunity to swim with Turtles!
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1 Tank Guided Night Dive

Diving into Darkness: Embracing the Enchantment of Night Diving Beneath the stars, night diving unveils a hidden aquatic ballet. Dive lights pierce the darkness, illuminating a world transformed by the nocturnal stage. Graceful marine life, normally concealed during daylight hours, emerge from the shadows. Witness elusive octopuses, elegant shrimp, and stealthy moray eels navigating the depths. Familiar dive sites metamorphose into surreal landscapes, bathed in the radiance of underwater torches. Every dive becomes a thrilling exploration. Preparation ensures a safe and magical experience, guided by expert instructors. Night diving offers a chance to immerse in the ocean's nocturnal embrace, discovering the enchantment that unfolds beneath the waves after dark. Aqcuire information about availability first by emailing us at info@janthieldiving.com  
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1 Tank Guided Shore Dive Superior Producer

Every Tuesday* we go out to dive one of the best wreck dives of the Caribbean! The dive will be at the Superior Producer which is a deep dive. Since this is an advanced deep dive; a refresh or fun dive with is required before we dive this amazing dive site. *If Cruise ship, Port & weather conditions allow diving at this dive site.
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Westpoint Tour Snorkeling

The west tour is the longest tour that we offer. It takes you to the west side of our island, where you can see the most beautiful beaches of Curacao. We take you to the amazing white beach and many blue colors of Grote Knip. Don't forget the flamingo's at Williwood. We also go to Ascension and many more beautiful places.  What differs this from our others tours is that in this tour, you have the option to go snorkel and/or dive at one of our beautiful beaches at the west side. There is also the opportunity to swim with Turtles!
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FromUSD 130