Boka Slagbaai
Protected Area
Bonaire
Why dive here
With 192+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blue sharks, orcas, sea turtles and sperm whales - Boka Slagbaai offers some of Klein Bonaire's richest diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest September, October, November.
Boka Slagbaai feels like a reward after the journey to get there. It’s tucked away on the far side of Klein Bonaire, meaning you’ll often have the place to yourself, a real bonus for those looking for some quiet. We love the way the reef here is just *alive* with smaller, often overlooked species. Keep your eyes peeled for the Gutong, a creature we always find fascinating, and the Fringed Filefish, which blend in so well you might miss them. Drop in and you'll find a lively reef that slopes gently, giving you plenty of time to explore. We’ve seen more Molly Millers and Sharpnose Pufferfish here than almost anywhere else on Klein. The corals are robust, with beautiful examples of Grooved Brain and Mustard Hill Coral, forming intricate labyrinths. It’s perfect for a long, relaxed drift, letting the gentle current guide you over the colourful formations while you search for the elusive Bastard Soldierfish hiding in crevices. This site really suits divers who enjoy a slower pace, focusing on macro life and enjoying the tranquility.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Boka Slagbaai
Boka Slagbaai Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Boka Slagbaai, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (12.14, -68.3) (0km away)
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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