This dive site offers a rare and challenging drift dive on Aruba's exposed eastern coast. Divers will experience a rugged, moon-like underwater landscape with unique hard coral formations shaped by strong currents. The open ocean exposure increases the chance of seeing larger pelagic species.
Skalahein
Advanced drift dive on Aruba's rugged, exposed east coast.
Boat Access
22m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Very Good
Macro Marine Life Fair
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
drift divesharkturtlecoral reefadvanced onlystrong currents
Marine Life
Ray
Barracuda
Nurse Shark
Green Moray
Reef Shark
Eagle Ray
Hard Coral
Jack
Things to Note
Difficulty:
advanced
Strong currents, waves, and depth require significant experience and skill.
Hazards:
strong currentsdepthrough surface conditionsremote location
Current Strength:
Strong
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