The 8 Scuba Diving in Bonaire to Book First

1.Small Group Diving experience in Caribbean

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 148 reviews · from $299Our pick

Spend about five hours exploring Bonaire by 4WD truck with a guide such as Seth, Jack, or Yago. Groups are limited to four divers, with gear, hotel or airport pickup, shore dives, lunch, drinks, fresh-water showers, shade, oxygen, and first-aid supplies included.

“A staff member at my local shop in Canada recommended 4WD for my recent trip to Bonaire. It was exceptional. The pick through the drop off at the Cruise port was flawless. A super creative shop with their fully equipped Ford F150. YagoRead more”

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2.6 days unlimited diving

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 89 reviews · from $210

You get six days of unlimited tank access with Dive Friends Bonaire, free weights, and the choice of air or Nitrox. Use the island’s listed tank stations to plan independent shore sessions at your own pace. A buoyancy check is required on your first session at Hamlet Oasis, and certification is required.

“Team at Hamlet Oasis was so awesome!! The do require a buoyancy check off the first dive. Take advantage of the reef there.”

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3.Discover Scuba Diving in Diver’s Paradise!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $299

Meet 4 Wheel Diving at 9:00 am for a six-hour private scuba introduction in Bonaire. Yago, Jack, Seth, or another instructor teaches the basics, then guides you on two reef descents to 40 feet, with transport, lunch, equipment, and GoPro photos included.

“My wife was somewhat apprehensive about diving in open water as she has not yet been certified and isn’t the best swimmer. Dive shop owner and instructor, Yago, made her feel extremely comfortable as he went through the instructioRead more”

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4.Concierge Two Tank Boat Dive in Bonaire (4 Divers)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews

Join Jason, Dana, Richard, or Max for two guided boat descents at Bonaire sites chosen for the day’s conditions and your interests. The crew handles your gear, serves fruit and a charcuterie lunch, and keeps the outing private for up to four people.

“Spent 2 weeks with Jason and Dana! Couldn't ask for a better experience, from picking us up to personalized lunch and beverages after dives! Very professional and knowledgeable instructors and even better people! Highly recommend! We will be back!”

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5.guided Shore Diving in Bonaire Marine Park with 2 Dives

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $200

Join PADI professional Guus and his small team for two guided shore scuba sessions in Bonaire’s Marine Park. You’ll visit sites matched to your ability, with gear, transport, drinks, and snacks included. Groups are limited to four certified scuba participants.

“We were very happy with the private guided shore dives. We were picked up right at the cruise terminal by Guus and treated to 2 very nice dives. Both dives had easy access via sandy beaches that were very close to the reefs. Our dives aRead more”

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6.Magical Bioluminescent Night Dive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $83Best value

Meet at Amazing Bonaire in Kralendijk at 6:30 pm for a short bioluminescence talk, safety briefing, gear setup, and a timed night dive. Jim leads the experience, which lasts about 2.5 hours and is for certified divers only. SCUBA equipment costs an extra €35 per person.

“You have to try this! It is a must do. You are absolutely surrounded by bioluminescence for an extended period of time. It's just magical. You have to experience that to understand”

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7.Private Scuba Diving Charter in Bonaire Marine Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews

You’ll explore Bonaire Marine Park by private boat with a guide from 4 Wheel Diving, enjoying two tailored scuba sessions, snorkeling, local snacks, homemade juice, and GoPro photos at no extra cost. Pickup is available from your hotel, cruise pier, or airport, and nondivers can join.

“We had a great experience with 4 Wheel Diving. It had been about 10 years since we last dove so we were a little unsure at first. Jack and Jacob were very patient with us and we had a great experience. The second day diving with Seth on the North Shore was great. the roads are not ideal but the diving was great. Thank you for the memories.”

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8.Discover Scuba Diving Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $161

Meet in Kralendijk for a four-hour introduction to scuba with instructor Jim or another certified guide. You’ll learn basic gear use and underwater skills in shallow water, then make a short, controlled swim near Bonaire’s salt processing area, with sea turtles and fish possible.

“Wow! Great 1st dive for the teens. Jim was knowledgeable and patient with us. He was a great guide. We dove by the salt processing area and saw sea turtles and lots of fish. Highly recommend.”

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