Antilla Shipwreck Aruba
About
The Antilla sits in shallow water just off the northwest coast near Malmok, and it's the Caribbean's largest diveable wreck. A German cargo freighter scuttled in 1940, the 400-foot hull now lies on its side in 60 feet of water, covered in coral and teeming with angelfish, barracuda, and occasional sea turtles. The top of the wreck breaks the surface in spots, which means snorkelers can see parts of it too, though divers get the full experience — swim-throughs in the cargo holds, the engine room, portholes framed by sponges. It's ranked #24 among Noord activities, but that number undersells it if you're already planning to dive. Most operators run morning two-tank trips here. The water stays calm on this side of the island, and visibility averages 60 to 100 feet. If you're new to wreck diving, this is a forgiving introduction — no strong currents, plenty of light, and the structure is stable. If you only snorkel, you'll see the outline and some coral, but not much detail.
At a glance
- Category
- water
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price
- $0
- Minimum age
- 12+
- Intensity
- ●●●○○
- Setting
- outdoor
- Booking partner
- direct
- Product ID
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