Klein Bonaire, Bonaire
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    Bloodlet (12)

    Best months: Apr–Jun

    Protected Area

    Bonaire

    Why dive here

    With 192+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blue sharks, orcas, sea turtles and sperm whales - Bloodlet (12) offers some of Klein Bonaire's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest September, October, November.

    Best timeApr–Jun
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBarracuda, Blue Sharks, Orcas, Sea Turtles and Sperm Whales · 192+ species recorded
    Water27-30°C · warmest September, October, November
    CharacterWreck dive
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Bloodlet is one of our favourites on Klein Bonaire. The boat ride out is quick, and once you roll in, you’re often greeted by a school of French grunts hanging out right under the boat. The reef itself slopes down to a sandy plateau at around 20 metres. We love dropping down and slowly working our way along, keeping an eye out for loggerhead turtles – they often cruise by here. The corals, especially the pillar coral and big boulder brains, are impressive, and we always spot a few yellowhead wrasse flitting between them. Look closely and you might even find a tiny pearl blenny peeking out from a crevice. We'd suggest going in the morning; the light really brings out the colours of the reef, and the visibility tends to be at its best. It's a relaxed drift, perfect for anyone who enjoys a gentle dive with plenty of small stuff to discover.

    Safety Notes

    Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Bloodlet (12)

    Bloodlet (12) Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Bloodlet (12), sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (12.14, -68.3) (0km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    30°C

    86°F · Range: 28.9–31.5°C

    Current Speed

    21.1 cm/s

    Direction: NW (328.6°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.068 mg/m³

    Very clear (oligotrophic)

    Salinity

    34.64 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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