Guided Shore Dive

Who this fits

Certification

Open Water minimum

Site handpicked by the guide based on the group's preferences and experience level, small groups of up to 4 people. VIP also runs occasional East Coast trips (best Aug-Oct, weather permitting) to less-visited reefs.

Diving in Bonaire National Marine Park in general

About the area as a whole, not this offer. Ask VIP Diving what applies to your trip.

Currents

Mild on the sheltered west coast

Marine life

Hawksbill and green turtles, longsnout and lined seahorses, spotted eagle rays, dense reef fish (angelfish, parrotfish, triggerfish)

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