This dive site, Buddy’s Reef (29), is one of Bonaire's most popular and easily accessible shore dives, serving as the house reef for Buddy’s Dive Resort. It's renowned for its calm conditions and vibrant ecosystem, making it an excellent choice for divers of all experience levels. Navigation is straightforward, typically following the reef line just offshore from the resort, making it easy to explore.
Underwater, divers can expect to encounter a rich variety of marine life. A highlight is the resident tarpon, often seen cruising the reef. Other notable inhabitants include octopus, squid, graceful sea turtles, and an abundance of colorful reef fish species, contributing to a lively and captivating underwater spectacle.
Bonaire offers excellent diving year-round, making any time ideal to visit Buddy's Reef. This site is particularly suitable for beginners due to its shallow depths and calm waters, but its diverse marine life also keeps experienced divers engaged. It's also perfect for snorkelers and freedivers seeking easy access to a thriving reef.
Buddy’s Reef (29)
Popular, accessible shore dive with diverse marine life.
Shore Access
9m Avg Depth
19m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Very Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Excellent Viz
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Sea Turtle
Tarpon
Hard Coral
Squid
Soft Coral
Reef Fish
Octopus
Turtle
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Accessible for all skill levels, calm conditions, and vibrant marine life make it perfect for everyone.
Current Strength:
Mild
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