Curaçao Southeast, Curaçao
    Shete Boka Park

    Witches Kitchen

    Best months: Jun–Oct

    Protected Area

    Shete Boka Park

    Why dive here

    With 310+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, octopuses, orcas, sea turtles and sperm whales - Witches Kitchen offers some of Curaçao Southeast's richest diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest September, October, November.

    Best timeJun–Oct
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBarracuda, Octopuses, Orcas, Sea Turtles and Sperm Whales · 310+ species recorded
    Water27-30°C · warmest September, October, November
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Witches Kitchen is one of those Curaçao sites we always look forward to, particularly when the current is pushing just right. It's a proper drift, so you really do just hang out and let the ocean do the work. The reef here, topping out around 20 metres, feels very active, especially with the surge working the corals. We love dropping in and immediately feeling that gentle pull, knowing we're in for a ride. Keep an eye out for the smaller stuff tucked into the gorgonians and sponges – our favourite is hunting for the tiny Spinyhead Blennies bobbing their heads. You’ll often see schools of Bigeye Mojarra shimmering against the blue, and the occasional Trumpetfish hanging vertically, pretending to be part of the reef. We've had some great encounters with curious Grey Snappers here, too, and if you’re lucky, an Eagle Ray might glide by in the distance. The lettuce corals spread across the bottom are particularly vibrant, catching the light as you drift over them. This spot is perfect for divers who enjoy a relaxed pace and appreciate a good drift, especially with a local guide who knows the currents like the back of their hand.

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    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Witches Kitchen

    Witches Kitchen Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Witches Kitchen, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (12.15, -68.97) (2km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    30°C

    86°F · Range: 29.4–31.4°C

    Current Speed

    3.61 cm/s

    Direction: NW (326.3°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.068 mg/m³

    Very clear (oligotrophic)

    Salinity

    34.91 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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