Bonaire Diving Holiday

Introduction

Bonaire is a diving paradise with over 60 dedicated shore dives. In excess of 30 years of environmental protection laws have earned Bonaire a reputation for some of the most beautifully preserved marine-life in the world.

Abundant underwater life includes more than 300 species of tropical fish and over 120 different types of coral. With calm, clear, warm waters this is certainly a diver and snorkeler's heaven. Bonaire is a good choice for those wishing to learn to dive and for families. There is a wide range of accommodation, many of which have excellent child facilities.

Close to the Venezuelan border means that Bonaire is usually well outside the hurricane belt. This coupled with an arid environment and minimal rainfall, means great visibility and hence the diving is excellent all year round.

The following illustration of diving holiday experiences are simply examples of the many exciting and diverse diving holidays we are able to arrange for you.  It is not intended to provide the details for a specific booking, since our aim is to create a holiday tailored to your particular wishes.

Please contact Medway Travel without hesitation with your wishes for your diving holiday, and we will be delighted to research your options and suggest the ideal holiday for you. 

Images courtesy of Tourist Commission Bonaire and Teresa Bennett 

Overview

Bonaire lies 50 miles off the coast of Venezuela, and is part of The Dutch Antilles group of islands. A beautiful and largely undeveloped island, Bonaire is a true relaxation destination. The main town of Kralendiij consists of little more than a few roads with its friendly people enjoying a slow and relaxed pace of life. Most of the islands west coast is home to luxury hotels however travel further inland and you are in almost virgin territory.

The lack of human interference has made the island a popular wildlife breeding ground, Flamingos are particularly in evidence and in 1979 Bonaire's waters were declared as a large Marine Park.

Bonaire is among the world's top 5 dive destinations and is home to 86 well-defined dive sites. Over 30 years of environmental protection laws have earned Bonaire a reputation for some of the most beautifully preserved marine life in the world. Abundant underwater life includes more than 300 species of tropical fish and over 120 different types of coral. Due to Bonaire's leeward location outside of the hurricane belt and consistently pleasant climate, crystal clear visibility prevails at any depth.

Choose to stay at The Harbour Village Resort just a few miles north of the main town with its own private beach and beach club. From numerous spa treatments to its own decked pool and private hammocks just built for two this hotel truly provides a romantic hideaway escape for those looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Essential Information

Weather

With an average temperature of 27 degrees Celsius, Bonaire is generally dry the whole year with some rain showers from October to January. It is also not in the typhoon belt and is thus very rarely visited by one.

With this in mind, the best time to visit is largely dependent on when the best time is for you.

Passports and Visas

Tourist entry is generally only for 14 days. Extensions are available at immigration. Immigration is handled on an island to island basis so your passport is needed even when travelling from one island to another.

The official requirement is that passports must have at least six months' validity on arrival.

Health

You should seek medical advice from your GP before travelling to the Bonaire and ensure that all appropriate vaccinations are up-to-date.

Insurance

We recommend that you obtain comprehensive travel insurance before travelling.  You should check any exclusions from the policy, and that your policy covers you for all the activities you want to undertake whilst on holiday. Medway Travel can provide you with a quote for this - please contact a member of the Leisure team or use our Online Insurance Quotation System