60m
    Aruba Leeward Coast, Aruba
    Zuidkust

    COLOMBO

    Best months: Mar–Jul

    Protected Area

    Zuidkust

    Why dive here

    With 82+ marine species recorded in the area - including orcas, sea turtles, whale sharks, frogfish and lionfish - COLOMBO offers some of Aruba Leeward Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest September, October, November.

    Best timeMar–Jul
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeOrcas, Sea Turtles, Whale Sharks, Frogfish and Lionfish · 82+ species recorded
    Water27-30°C · warmest September, October, November
    CharacterWreck dive · max 60m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    The Colombo wreck sits deep, a proper technical dive at 60 metres, so this isn't for your casual reef hopper. We love it because it’s a bit of a mystery, a sailing vessel that went down in '76 after an engine room fire. Finding her was a challenge back then, and honestly, it still feels like a real accomplishment when you descend onto her deck. You'll find the wreck relatively intact, though time and depth have taken their toll. Penetration is possible for experienced wreck divers; the old engine room, where the fire reportedly started, is a fascinating but silty exploration. Expect to see resident groupers eyeing you from shadowed doorways, while schools of jacks often swirl above the mast. The low light at this depth gives everything an ethereal, almost ghostly feel. It's a dive that rewards careful planning and respect for the deep.

    Typical COLOMBO Dive Profile

    15m30m45m60mSafety Stop0m60m max~15 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Maximum depth 60m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.

    Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for COLOMBO

    COLOMBO Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for COLOMBO, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (12.42, -70.08) (19km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    30°C

    86°F · Range: 28.3–31.4°C

    Air Temperature

    29°C

    84°F

    Wind Speed

    7.31 m/s

    14.2 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1010.2 hPa

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data

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