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Bonaire has some of the best shore diving and snorkeling in the world. Its fringing reefs start just steps from the beach and offer a mix of shallow, soft coral forests, steep reef walls covered in sponges and hard corals, and a diverse assemblage of reef creatures that are sure to amaze even the most experienced of divers. The quality of the coral reefs is in part due to the steps the government took to preserve and protect its reefs at a time when many other regions were letting boats drop anchor wherever they chose. The result: a paradise for divers and snorkelers.

The island takes its role as a steward of its marine resources seriously, from the government down to the many dive professionals who call Bonaire home. Everyone involved in the dive industry understands the importance of preserving the

coral reefs for future generations and they all help uphold the rules. We have outlined some of the most important rules on page 17, so please follow them.

Bonaire’s sites

One of the great things about diving and snorkelling in Bonaire is the ability to explore the marine environment with incredible freedom. To get the most out of their experience, divers will need either local knowledge or this guidebook and its accompanying waterpoof cards. This guidebook includes information for every official dive site on Bonaire – and even some of the unofficial ones – including how to get to each site, how best to access the reef and a brief description of what you can expect once you are in the water. Our three-star rating system gives

Diving and snorkeling

Shore diving in Bonaire often means setting up your gear on the ground

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