SS Antilla

Known as the signature dive of Aruba, the SS Antilla is a German freighter that now lies on its port side facing the island. The ship was launched in 1939 and scuttled just a year later when the German troops invaded the Netherlands during the WWII. Antilla is one of the largest shipwrecks in the Caribbean, with an initial length of 121 meters (398 feet). in 1953, a storm broke the wreck in two.
The ship is now a beautiful artificial reef, with much of its structure covered in corals and tube sponges. It also attracts a number of marine creatures, such as moray eels, Hawksbill sea turtles, lobsters, blue tangs, and other different species of fish.

Jane Sea Wreck

Jane Sea is an illusive wreck not that many divers visit due to the strong currents. However, it is one of the best dives in Aruba and probably the most mysterious one due to its history. It is known that the 57 meters (190 feet) long cargo ship was launched in 1959 under the name of Blackthorn and sailed the waters under the UK flag. It was then sold and registered under the name of Jane Sea (or Jane C). Not much is known about its whereabouts between 1980 and 1988, but it is said that during its final days at sea it was discovered it was transporting cocaine and was confiscated by the authorities. In 1988, it was scuttled and turned into a spectacular artificial reef.

SS Pedernales

The SS Pedernales is a highly visited dive site in Aruba due to its shallow depth, making it suitable for divers of all levels. The old oil tanker was built in 1938 in Italy and was damaged in a torpedo attack in 1942 while anchored in Aruba. Parts of the ship were joined together and it managed to leave for Maryland, while the middle section remained in Aruba where it eventually ended up underwater. The many remnants of the ship are scattered across the seabed and are a popular attraction among divers.