The Dive Bus started back in 2005 as Curacao's first and only dive operation to focus on quality, comfortable, friendly and fun shore diving, in small, friendly FUN groups, no crowds or ‘cattle boats’, guaranteed.
12 years later, that's still how we're rollin'. And now we've got more space to take out more divers to more places, with the addition of the new BIG Dive Bus and the Dive Bus truck to the Dive Bus Fleet!
Perfect for private shore diving charters, dive groups, friends, families, single divers - take a look:
The Dive Bus:
The new BIG Dive Bus:
The Dive Bus Truck Video coming soon on:
Tell your dive buddies and favourite dive shop back home and spread the good news:
Dive Groups: 10 or more divers
Private charters: for as many divers as you want - or as few. It's your charter, just tell us what you're looking for...
2. Take him climbing, pottering, wandering, exploring, discovering...
You may be surprised to learn that Curacao has a mountain.
Christoffel Park is Curacao's largest national park, and home to Curacao's highest point - Mount Christoffel - and a rich variety of flora and fauna. At only 372 metres / 1,220 ft high, climbing Mount Christoffel doesn't sound like much of a challenge.
But trust us: it's no walk in the park (arf, arf).
Starting from the visitor’s center, thehike to, and the climb up and down Mount Christoffel, takes approximately three hours. Or save an hour and park at the foot of the mountain. Beautiful vegetation, wildlife and geological formations will motivate you on the uphill climb, and spectacular views are your reward for reaching the top.
If an easy stroll is more your thing, choose from one of the seven other hiking trails.
You'll still get to enjoy bird and plant species you may not see elsewhere on the island, like wild orchids (Palabrua), the rare native barn owl and the Curacao White Tailed deer (of which there are only about 250 left).
Curacao also has plenty more hiking and walking options - start here...
3. Take him diving...
You may be surprised to learn that Curacao is one of the top diving destinations in the Caribbean and one of the top shore diving destinations in the world.
And The Dive Bus is Curacao's #1 PADI 5 Star Dive Center on tripadvisor, thanks to folks like you - and your Dad. Whether your Dad is an expert diver or has never tried it before in his life, he'll have an awesome dive experience he'll remember forever. And you can have it captured forever in his own personal dive movie, by our pro-video partners.
Here are just some of his cool, fun and memorable diving options:
Now, JetBlue's made it even more attractive AND easy for you to book your Curacao vacation - by saving you $150!
Book before 11 June 17 (11:59 PM ET) and save $150 off your JetBlue Vacations package to Curacao, for travel from now until 13 Nov 17. More info on their website here.
According to JetBlue:
"Curaçao is considered a hidden gem amongst all Caribbean island destinations, renowned for its diving, beaches and unique architecture. The historic island is already a popular destination for European travelers and its capital, Willemstad, is a UNESCO World Heritage City."
“This well preserved island is a favorite among diving enthusiasts for its healthy coral reefs, considered one of the nicest Caribbean escapes for discerning travelers thanks to its pristine beaches and clear water.”
We couldn't agree more!
And you can save MORE money when you book your Dive Package with us at The Dive Bus - rated Curacao's #1 dive shop on tripadvisor by people just like you:
“During the first 4 months of 2017, over 220kg / 450lb of trash was removed from Curacao’s reefs on the Dive Bus monthly Dive Against Debris Clean Ups," says Mark Pinnell, owner of The Dive Bus and Curacao's first PADI Ambassadiver.
More than 20 divers from the Netherlands, Curacao, UK, Panama, USA, Canada and Germany took part in the Earth Day Clean Up, and several attended the Project AWARE Dive Against Debris course beforehand.
After sorting, weighing and logging the trash from the clean up, some of the divers explain why it's time to make some changes.
Joseph
“We, as an island, are focusing on bringing tourists to Curacao and I would like to see a sustainable Curacao," says Joseph.
"I'm from Curacao and we need to start taking better care of our island. Start by taking your trash home and throwing it away properly or recycling it. Don’t let it end up in the ocean – it pollutes the water we drink and the fish that we eat. Be smart: take care of your island, take care of yourselves.”
Fitz
“I think that the planet is worth saving," added Fitz, also from Curacao. "Not only for me or my kids but for all the people who live here in Curacao. We have-to do something. It’s easy to start: don’t buy plastic, don’t throw it out of the window and recycle stuff."
"Next time you’re at a beach bar or a shop, say ‘No Thanks’ to plastic bags, straws, drink stirrers or a plastic glass… Why do we need them? We don’t need them."
John and Trish
American divers, John and Trish, living in Panama, vacationing in Curacao, share their simple philosophy for keeping plastic and other trash out of the ocean:
"If you brought it to the beach, take it back home with you, don’t leave it there to end up in the ocean."
" 'Refuse, Reduce, Recycle' isn't a suggestion or a lifestyle choice.
It's a necessity."
Mark added:
"It's great that so many divers join in our efforts to clean up our ocean. But it's time for everyone to shift focus onto stopping it getting there in the first place."
Check out the interviews and the
Project AWARE Earth Day Clean Up, Curacao, 2017
