Diving in Klein Bonaire

Explore 178 dive sites in Klein Bonaire, Bonaire. Ocean conditions, marine species, and dive centres.

Best Time to Dive in Klein Bonaire

The warmest water temperatures in Klein Bonaire occur in October, averaging 29.6°C. The coolest conditions are in February at 26.8°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 27.1°C
  • February: 26.8°C
  • March: 26.9°C
  • April: 27.1°C
  • May: 27.7°C
  • June: 28.1°C
  • July: 28.2°C
  • August: 29.0°C
  • September: 29.6°C
  • October: 29.6°C
  • November: 28.9°C
  • December: 28.2°C

Marine Life in Klein Bonaire

Home to 202 recorded species including 150 reef fish, 18 hard corals, 6 other, 6 seagrass & algae, 5 crabs & lobsters, 4 sharks & rays.

Dive Site Difficulty in Klein Bonaire

Klein Bonaire has 2 beginner dive sites - suitable for divers of all levels.

Recommended Packing List for Klein Bonaire

Based on average water temperature of 28.1°C, currents 34 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 28°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins (stiff blade recommended for strong currents)
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories

Marine Protected Areas in Klein Bonaire

  • Bonaire - National Marine Park (IUCN Category II)
  • Flamingo (Bonaire) Sanctuary - Private Reserve (IUCN Category Ia)
  • Het Lac - Wetland of International Importance (Ramsar Site) (IUCN Category Not Reported)
  • Het Pekelmeer - Wetland of International Importance (Ramsar Site) (IUCN Category Not Reported)

Getting to Klein Bonaire - Nearest Airports

  • Flamingo International Airport (BON), Kralendijk - 4 km away, approx 19 min travel time
  • Hato International Airport (CUR), Willemstad - 72 km away, approx 93 min travel time
  • Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA), Oranjestad - 190 km away, approx 223 min travel time

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