Playa Benge
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.
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)
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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