Barcadera Reef Suggest edit

Aruba Suggest · Oranjestad Suggest

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

18Max dive depth

18.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

45 minAvg dive time

January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, DecemberBest months

27.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

25.0–28.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Barcadera Reef is a vibrant dive site located near Oranjestad, Aruba, known for its rich marine biodiversity and beautiful coral formations. The site offers divers a chance to explore a variety of underwater landscapes, making it suitable for divers of different skill levels.

The dive typically features shallow reefs with an abundance of marine life including colorful fish, corals, and occasional larger species. The site is characterized by its clear waters and relatively calm conditions, making it an enjoyable experience for divers.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 27.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 25.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand coral rock Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle for coral formations, macro for small marine life.

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