This dive site, Boca Sami, is renowned as an easy and accessible shore dive situated within the beautiful St. Michiels Bay in Curaçao. Divers can navigate the site with ease, using the prominent large buoy and its massive anchor chain as an excellent reference point for their return. The reef starts relatively shallow, gently sloping to deeper sections where impressive large sponges thrive.
The marine life at Boca Sami is vibrant and diverse, offering sightings of numerous schools of surgeonfish. Divers frequently encounter green sea turtles and sometimes spot elusive scorpionfish. The sandy areas and deeper parts occasionally reveal stingrays and even majestic eagle rays, adding to the excitement of the dive. Large sponges are a prominent feature of the reef landscape.
The best time to visit Boca Sami is generally year-round, as Curaçao boasts consistent warm water and weather. The calm and shallow conditions make it particularly ideal for beginner divers and a perfect spot for freedivers and snorkelers alike. It's recommended to go during off-peak times to avoid crowds and enjoy the tranquil underwater environment fully.
