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Oct 30, 2025Dive Spot Guide•
1000 Steps
Iconic Bonaire shore dive with stairs, reef, and turtles.
ScubaSnorkelShore EntryBeginner
Reef
Roadside parking leads to a long stair carry and rocky beach entry, but underwater conditions are usually calm and clear on Bonaire's leeward coast.
About 1000 Steps
1000 Steps is Bonaire's classic leeward shore dive, reached by a limestone staircase that drops to a rocky coral beach and an easy swim over a shallow terrace into healthier reef. The site is known for clear water, broad star-coral formations, sea fans, and regular turtle encounters, making it a strong choice for both scuba divers and confident snorkelers who do not mind carrying gear back up the steps.
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Research Estimate At 1000 Steps
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VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
Coral HealthHealthy coral
Marine LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
CrowdedModerate
Current StrengthVery strong current
Where Is 1000 Steps?
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1000 Steps Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 30m
Depth Note
Public dive guides consistently place the site on a shallow terrace that continues to reef depths around 6-30 m.
Best Season
Year-round, with the easiest entries on calmer leeward-coast sea-state days.
Typical Conditions
Usually clear, calm water with little current, a shallow terrace, and a rocky beach entry below the staircase.
Safety & Access At 1000 Steps
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Sharp coral
Safety Notes
The limestone staircase and rocky coral shoreline are the main challenges here, especially on the return with full gear. Sturdy footwear, careful entries, and conservative vehicle security are worth planning for.
Access Restrictions
A current Bonaire Nature Fee is required for in-water use inside Bonaire National Marine Park.
Legal Notes
1000 Steps lies inside Bonaire National Marine Park, so standard marine-park protection rules apply alongside the required nature fee.
Local Intel For 1000 Steps
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
This is a straightforward shore dive once you are in the water, with the main effort being the long stair carry before and after the dive. A shallow terrace leads to richer reef structure and coral growth farther out.
Snorkel
Snorkelers can work the nearshore reef and turtle habitat close to the beach, but the staircase and rocky entry still make it better for confident water users.
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1000 Steps Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
bonaireisland.com · Official
Official tourism page covering access stairs, snorkeling suitability, and typical fish/coral life.
stinapa.bonairenaturefee.org · Official
Official nature-fee and marine-park rules reference.
www.dive-bunnies.co.uk · Dive Directory
Independent dive directory describing current and visibility.
www.infobonaire.com · Guide
Dive-site guide with access, coral, marine life, and depth details.
www.thebeautifulbonaire.com · Travel Guide
Updated Mar 9, 2026Recent local guide describing popularity, parking, facilities, and safety realities.
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