Sponge Forest

Sponge Forest near Mushroom Forest

Sponge Forest is a beautiful boat dive located between Mushroom Forest and the Blue Room. This Curaçao dive site is littered with Orange Elephant Ear sponges, Gargantuan Barrel sponges, and Purple Stove Pipe sponges. Not to mention all sorts of Rope, Ball and encrusting sponges.

These colorful sponges adorn the sides of the sloping wall allowing some great wide-angle photo opportunities that boasts some of the most spectacular sponges in all of the Caribbean.

Diver Tip: Discover the Blue Room which is the perfect place for off-gassing between dives or a snorkel trip. This an essential Curacao experience that is now one of the coolest and most talked about experiences in the entire Caribbean.

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About the surrounding area near Sponge Forest

Landhuis San Nicolas is a private estate located on the West side of the island with 3 private beaches. Situated on a hill, it offers stunning panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea and Santa Martha Bay. The pristine natural surroundings of this 300-acre former plantation make it a unique setting.

About Curacao

Curaçao is home to more than 35 captivating beaches and a diverse heritage spanning 55 different cultures. The ‘live and let live’ attitude is appreciated as much as the unrivaled European architecture. In the heart of Curaçao’s lies the capital city of Willemstad, a designated UNESCO World Heritage site.

With its iconic colorful Handelskade backdrop and roster of museums, monuments, flavorful restaurants and shopping, Curacao is one of the best dive and vacation destinations in the Caribbean.

Situated on the outer fringes of the Hurricane Belt, Curaçao has become a favorite destination among scuba divers and adventure seekers. This is largely due to its year round idyllic weather, natural beauty, pristine diving and snorkeling sites and endless things to do!