Joanne’s Sunchi (J)
Protected Area
Bonaire
Why dive here
With 192+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blue sharks, orcas, sea turtles and sperm whales - Joanne’s Sunchi (J) offers some of Klein Bonaire's richest reef diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest September, October, November.
Joanne’s Sunchi on Klein Bonaire is a site we’ve always enjoyed, especially for its unique wall and sand chute combo. We drop in on a sloping reef that quickly gives way to a wall, and then those lovely sand ridges start, extending down beyond our recreational limits. It’s a fun topography to explore. Our favourite part here is drifting along, watching for the subtle creatures that call the wall home. We’ve had great luck spotting those tiny banded basslets tucked into crevices, and the red clingfish often camouflage themselves perfectly on the corals. Keep an eye out for Caribbean reef squid in the shallower sections, too; they’re always a treat to watch change colours. If you’re into macro and enjoy a slow, contemplative drift, Joanne’s Sunchi is a solid pick. It’s a mellow dive, usually with mild currents, making it suitable for divers who prefer to take their time and really soak in the details.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Joanne’s Sunchi (J)
Joanne’s Sunchi (J) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Joanne’s Sunchi (J), 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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