Ship Wreck Point - Curaçao Southeast

Just a quick five-minute boat ride from Sulamadaha Beach, Tomajiko offers a solid wall dive off Hiri Island. It’s a good spot if you like dropping down and watching the reef unfold, with a maximum depth of around 24 meters. We’ve seen the wall absolutely draped in soft corals, their colours popping, and it often has good schools of fish passing by – think big-eye trevally and the occasional tuna. You’ll also spot plenty of bannerfish, wrasse, and sometimes even a turtle cruising past. Visibility averages about 18 meters, making it a comfortable dive for most.

Location
Curaçao Southeast, Curaçao, Caribbean
Coordinates
12.083200, -68.894800
Type
reef

Marine Protected Area: Spanish Water Inner Bay Park

Best Time to Dive in Curaçao Southeast

The warmest water temperatures in Curaçao Southeast occur in October, averaging 29.7°C. The coolest conditions are in February at 26.6°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 27.0°C
  • February: 26.6°C
  • March: 26.8°C
  • April: 27.0°C
  • May: 27.6°C
  • June: 28.0°C
  • July: 28.2°C
  • August: 29.0°C
  • September: 29.5°C
  • October: 29.7°C
  • November: 29.0°C
  • December: 28.1°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Curaçao Southeast

Nearest Dive Centres to Ship Wreck Point

Marine Life in Curaçao Southeast

Home to 322 recorded species including 259 reef fish, 24 hard corals, 7 other, 6 crabs & lobsters, 5 seagrass & algae, 5 sea snails & nudibranchs.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Ship Wreck Point

Based on average water temperature of 28.0°C, currents 22 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 28°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum depth of the Ship Wreck Point dive site (HTMS Sattakut) in Koh Tao, and what are the shallower parts?
The provided data context is for Ship Wreck Point in Curaçao, not for the HTMS Sattakut wreck in Koh Tao. Therefore, I cannot provide specific details about the maximum depth or shallower parts of the HTMS Sattakut dive site based on the available information.
What kind of marine life and historical features can divers expect to see at the HTMS Sattakut wreck in Koh Tao?
The provided data context is for Ship Wreck Point in Curaçao, not for the HTMS Sattakut wreck in Koh Tao. Consequently, I cannot provide specific information regarding the marine life or historical features divers can expect to see at HTMS Sattakut based on the given data.
How challenging is the Ship Wreck Point (HTMS Sattakut) dive, and is it suitable for Open Water divers or only Advanced?
The provided data describes Ship Wreck Point in Curaçao as an intermediate difficulty dive, but this information does not apply to HTMS Sattakut in Koh Tao. Therefore, I cannot advise on the challenge level or suitability for Open Water versus Advanced divers for the HTMS Sattakut wreck based on the context.
When is the best time of year to dive at Ship Wreck Point (HTMS Sattakut) in Koh Tao for optimal visibility and marine encounters?
The available data is for Ship Wreck Point in Curaçao, not for HTMS Sattakut in Koh Tao. As such, I cannot provide recommendations for the best time of year to dive at HTMS Sattakut for optimal visibility or marine encounters.
What diving certifications are required to explore the Ship Wreck Point (HTMS Sattakut) in Koh Tao, especially for wreck penetration?
The provided context describes Ship Wreck Point in Curaçao, not the HTMS Sattakut wreck in Koh Tao. Therefore, I cannot specify the diving certifications required for exploring HTMS Sattakut, including any for wreck penetration, based on the given data.
What are the typical water conditions, including visibility and currents, at the Ship Wreck Point (HTMS Sattakut) dive site in Koh Tao?
The provided data details water conditions for Ship Wreck Point in Curaçao, noting an average visibility of 23m, but this information does not pertain to HTMS Sattakut in Koh Tao. Consequently, I cannot provide typical water conditions, including visibility and currents, for the HTMS Sattakut dive site based on the available context.