Klein Bonaire, Bonaire
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    Playa Benge

    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 - Playa Benge offers some of Klein Bonaire's richest 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
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Playa Benge on Klein Bonaire isn't just another drift dive. What we love about it is the sheer scale of the hard coral formations, especially those big, chunky pillar corals that rise like ancient sentinels. You’ll spot a few impressive yellow pencil corals too, always a treat. The site feels expansive, with these deep valleys and ridges that just draw you in. We’ve found the currents here tend to be pretty gentle, making it a relaxed drift where you can really take your time. Keep an eye out for the schoolmasters and doctorfish, they’re usually swirling around in decent numbers. If you're lucky, you'll catch a glimpse of the shyer dwarf planaxis tucked away. It’s a site that really rewards a slow pace, allowing you to absorb the grand scenery and spot those smaller details. This is a perfect dive for photographers or anyone who appreciates the architecture of a healthy reef.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Playa Benge

    Playa Benge Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Playa Benge, 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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