Diver exploring colorful coral reef underwater in Kralendijk, Bonaire.
Bonaire · Klein Bonaire

Knife

Best time to dive

January to March; June to August

What you might see

  • BarracudaPossible
  • Eagle rayLikely
  • Grey reef sharkPossible
  • Moray eelLikely
  • Sea turtlePossible

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - Yes - shallow plateau (3-15m) suitable for snorkeling

Safety notes

Boat traffic - use a surface marker buoy (SMB); boat-access only, no shore option

Permits & fees

STINAPA Bonaire Nature Fee (Nature Tag) required, $40 USD per person per calendar year, covers all Bonaire National Marine Park waters including Klein Bonaire

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Kralendijk

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.