The Sunken Swing
Make bubbles where green meets the reef
Open Water
Boat Option Available
What you'll explore
- Explore the Blue Bay reef beneath the famous golf course.
- Spot the reef’s colourful life as you zigzag between corals and sandy patches.
- Keep an eye out for golf balls from hole 6 and see how many you can collect along the way.
- Discover a reef that tells two stories at once: Curaçao’s marine life and the unlucky swings of golfers.
Citizen science
As you drift along the reef, look for golf balls hidden among the corals and sand — small reminders of the course above. We collect them, turning a playful treasure hunt into real, hands-on action. Every ball removed means less plastic and paint breaking down where turtles feed. Your dive directly supports Sea Turtle Conservation Curaçao, helping keep their seagrass meadows safe. Each recovered ball is a win for the reef. You’ll also receive a personalised dive report with our observations and photos — and, if you joined us by boat, even hydrophone audio recordings from your dive.
FAQ
Will we really find golf balls underwater?
Absolutely. Hole 6 sends plenty of balls into the sea, and they don’t all stay hidden. You’ll almost certainly spot a few resting on the sand or lodged in the reef.
What’s the difference between the shore dive and the private sailboat charter?
The shore dive is simple and straightforward: gear up on the beach and walk straight into the water. The private sailing cruise spends a few relaxed hours at sea, hair in the wind, with more freedom to explore — plus extras like the hydrophone, Insta360, and the RealVision™ 3D Axiom Fish Finder, which bring the ocean to life in a whole new way.
Is it just about collecting golf balls, or is there more to see?
The golf balls are the quirky part, but the dive is teeming with marine life: schools of parrotfish, curious angelfish, and maybe even a turtle cruising by while you retrieve a badly aimed swing.
How long is the dive?
Around one hour in the water, depending on air consumption and conditions. Unhurried, with plenty of time to observe.
Pre - requisites
- Open Water certification (or equivalent)
- A good eye for spotting marine life — and the occasional lost swing.
- Be comfortable retrieving and stowing small objects (a mesh bag is provided) without losing buoyancy or awareness. (If not, no problem — we’ll carry them for you.
- Full briefing before entering the water.
What to bring
- Swimsuit and towel
- Reef safe sun cream
- Reusable water bottle (if you have one)
- A change of clothes
- Hair tie (if needed for mask)
- A sense of adventure
Shore
Private Charter
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Private Dive Charter
$750 (1 dive, approx. 3 hours)
$950 (2 dives, approx. 4 hours)
Maximum 6 passengers
Up to 4 divers per dive
· Quick Facts
Access to less crowded / less dived sites
· Included
– Skipper + guide
– Snacks & drinks
– Snorkeling kits (up to 6 people)
– Full diving equipment + tanks (up to 4 divers)On the Private Sailboat Charter, enjoy extras like a hydrophone to hear the ocean’s song, an Insta360 to capture what’s below, and the RealVision™ 3D Axiom Fish Finder to spot marine life and choose the perfect anchor point.
Comparison Card
⛵️ Private cruise:
No queues, no crowds — just your group setting the pace and the programme.
🏖️ Shore dive :
Gear up on the beach and go.
Want to go further ?
Continue building your skills with courses that make you a sharper, more eco-responsible diver. Try the Search & Recovery specialty to master the art of locating and lifting objects underwater, or the Marine Ecology specialty to deepen your understanding of the reef you’re helping to protect. You can also support Sea Turtle Conservation Curaçao directly, through a donation or by joining their volunteer clean-ups. Every step turns these unusual missions into real wins for Curaçao’s marine life.
