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Bonaire has 77 public dive sites on PickADive. Use this hub to move from broad destination research to specific dive-site pages.
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— · 5–25 m
1000 Steps is one of Bonaire's most famous shore dives, named for the long (actually 67-step) limestone staircase down the cliff to a pebble beach entry. Below lies a healthy sloping reef of brain and staghorn coral from about 5m to 30m+, reliably good for turtles and moray eels. The staircase makes the gear carry a workout, so the site stays relatively uncrowded with beautiful scenery and easy underwater conditions.
Alice in Wonderland is a dive site in Bonaire.
— · 7–30 m
Alice in Wonderland is a renowned south-coast double-reef dive, with a first reef from about 7m sloping to 22m and a second reef beyond a sand patch at 24-30m. The reefs are rich in sponges and corals with horse-eye jacks, triggerfish, barracuda and occasional eagle rays. Its double structure and abundant life make it one of the island's signature reef dives.
— · 5–38 m
Andrea I is an easy west-coast shore dive with a flat sandy shallows leading to a gently sloping reef that drops toward 38m. Healthy coral, reef fish, turtles and rays make it a relaxed dive suitable for beginners and snorkellers. It pairs naturally with the adjacent Andrea II to the north.
— · 5–40 m
Andrea II is a classic south-of-centre west-coast shore dive combining an easy entry with an impressive coral wall that drops well beyond 40m. The healthy reef hosts turtles, rays, morays and dense reef-fish populations. Its accessibility and good coral make it popular for both relaxed and deeper wall dives.
Angel City is a dive site located in Bonaire.
— · 5–18 m
Angel City is a popular south-coast double-reef dive just north of the Hilma Hooker, named for its abundant angelfish and a coral arch near the mooring. A first reef and a deeper second reef separated by sand run from about 5m to 30m, with tarpon, snapper, angelfish and rays throughout. Easy conditions make it suitable for all levels.
Aquarius is a dive site in Bonaire.
Atlantis is a dive site located in Bonaire.
Bachelor's Beach is a dive site in Bonaire.
Bari Reef is a dive site located in Bonaire.
— · 5–30 m
Bari Reef, the house reef at Sand Dollar/Buddy Dive area, is renowned as one of the most fish-diverse sites in the Caribbean with over 300 species recorded. An easy ladder or beach entry leads to a gentle reef slope from about 5m to 30m, ideal for unlimited shore diving and famous night dives with octopus, tarpon and seahorses. Its accessibility and biodiversity make it a Bonaire classic for all levels.
A dive site in Bonaire.
Boka Bartol is a dive site in Bonaire.
Boka di Tolo is a dive site located in Bonaire.
Boka Katuna is a dive site in Bonaire.
Boka Slagbaai is a dive site located in Bonaire.
Boy Scout is a dive site located in Bonaire.
Buddy's Reef is a dive site in Bonaire.
Calabas Reef is a dive site in Bonaire.
— · 6–30 m
Captain Don's Reef on the south side of Klein Bonaire honours Don Stewart, the conservationist who pioneered Bonaire's protected-reef ethos. The coral slope runs from about 6m to 30m with healthy hard and soft corals, reef fish, turtles and rays. It is an easy, attractive boat dive suitable for all levels.
A dive site in Bonaire.
— · 5–40 m
Carl's Hill, on the northwest of Klein Bonaire, is a celebrated boat dive named for underwater photographer Carl Roessler, featuring shallow coral gardens that fall away to a vertical wall around 40m. The drop-off is densely covered in tube sponges, gorgonians and corals, making it one of the island's richest sites for both wide-angle and macro photography. Seahorses, frogfish, turtles and morays are regular finds.
Chachacha Beach is a dive site in Bonaire.
Start with the ranked list of 77 public dive sites in Bonaire, then use the map to compare nearby alternatives.
Explore sites on the mapCurrent public data shows 14 intermediate and 4 advanced dive sites. Listed depths range from about 3m to 40m where available. Shore is the most common listed access type. Use those signals as a starting point, then confirm the plan against training, equipment, and current local guidance.
PickADive can help with research and comparison, but it does not certify that a dive is safe today. Weather, current, visibility, entry, boat traffic, and local rules can change quickly.
How condition context worksStart with the ranked site list on this page. PickADive lists 77 public dive sites in Bonaire, with map links, depths, difficulty, access details, ratings, and reviews where available. 19 dive sites are recorded with shore access and 6 with boat access.
PickADive currently marks 1 dive site in Bonaire as beginner level. That is 1% of the 77 listed dive sites. 19 dive sites countrywide are recorded with shore access, and listed depths start from about 3m. Use the difficulty badges, access notes, depth range, reviews, and local operator advice to decide whether a site fits your training and comfort.
Yes. PickADive currently marks 4 dive sites in Bonaire as advanced or expert level. Listed depths in the catalog reach about 40m at the deepest sites, and 6 dive sites are recorded as boat access. Review depth, access, conditions, hazards, and recent diver notes before planning those dives.
The public PickADive catalog for Bonaire currently shows listed depths from about 3m to 40m. Both shallow shore entries and deeper boat sites appear in the catalog: 19 dive sites are recorded with shore access and 6 with boat access. Always check the individual site page and current local guidance before choosing a dive.
No. PickADive helps with destination research and site comparison in Bonaire, but it does not certify that a dive is safe today. Site pages show forecast-derived condition outlooks and historical seasonality — planning aids computed from measured data, never a judgment that a particular dive is advisable. Check current conditions, training limits, equipment, local rules, and operator guidance before diving.