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Located along the rugged northwestern coast of Curaçao, Santa Martha Bay offers a diverse coastal profile consisting of shallow coral flats that slope into a steep, coral-covered drop-off. The remains of a small, submerged aircraft engine and frame rest along the sandy channel near the reef drop, providing an artificial structure around which reef fish congregate. Clear water and healthy hard coral formations characterize the deeper sections of the wall.
Remnants of a small vintage airplane wreck resting on the sandy reef edge
Expansive slope dominated by sheet coral and large barrel sponges
Sheltered bay entry transitioning into a steep drop-off
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Curaçao sits outside the main Atlantic hurricane belt, ensuring consistent diving conditions throughout the calendar year.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawksbill sea turtleEretmochelys imbricata | Common | ||||||||||||
| Great barracudaSphyraena barracuda | Common | ||||||||||||
| French angelfishPomacanthus paru | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green moray eelGymnothorax funebris | Common | ||||||||||||
| Spotted eagle rayAetobatus narinari | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
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