16-1000 steps

Dive site number 16 – better known as 1000 Steps – is a familiar place to many people. Maybe you’’ve already been there or heard from friends that it’’s worth it. But is that really the case? Find out for yourself.

Parking is available at the top of the stairs, which means you have to carry all your belongings over the 70 steps of 1000 Steps. This can be a real challenge, especially for divers. Once they arrive at the bottom, I advise divers to enter the water calmly, because the bottom is very uneven.

For beachgoers and snorkelers, the area on the right side under the trees offers a wonderful spot in the shade. You can place your towel or chair here and enjoy the view of the clear blue water of the Caribbean Sea. The beach is easily accessible and ideal for swimming, snorkeling or simply relaxing while admiring the colorful surroundings.

↓ At the bottom of this page you will find some personal tips for dive site 16-1000steps ↓

💡Personal advice💡

For divers, the car must be parked at the top of the stairs. This means a steep descent before the dive and a steep climb afterwards. It’s still a beautiful spot, but in the north there are other dive sites that may be easier to access, such as Dive Site 13 – Tolo.
From 1000 Steps, the road becomes one-way. If you continue driving, you must return to Kralendijk via Rincon. This isn’t a problem in itself, but it’s useful for planning your dives: start with 1000 Steps, then visit another site such as 13 – Tolo or 9 – Karpata, otherwise you’ll end up taking an extra loop.
During this dive, I use my compass to navigate underwater towards the buoy. While diving, I observe the direction of the current to determine my course, always starting against the current. Halfway through the dive, I return to the buoy and navigate back to my starting point using the compass.