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Official Bonaire dive-site page for Forest and its black-coral fields.
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Forest (N)
Forest (N): boat-access Klein Bonaire wall with black coral
Boat-access Klein Bonaire wall dive with black coral, gorgonians and a steep drop-off, best for experienced teams who want clear water and a strong coral showcase.
About Forest (N)
Forest (N) is a boat-access Klein Bonaire wall dive known for its black-coral forest, gorgonians and clear Caribbean water. It suits experienced divers who want a steep drop-off, a shallow start and the chance of turtles, angelfish, grouper and occasional nurse sharks. The deeper section rewards careful buoyancy and a slow look at the coral growth, so it is best treated as a current-aware advanced reef rather than a relaxed shore dive.
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Where Is Forest (N)?
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Forest (N) Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
8m - 50m
Depth Note
Black coral fields begin around 8 m and the reef continues to about 50 m, with a shallower start before the drop-off.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer wind windows preferred for the cleanest wall profile.
Typical Conditions
Clear Caribbean water, moderate current and a steep black-coral wall are the usual baseline.
Safety & Access At Forest (N)
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Restricted access
Safety Notes
Boat-only access; plan depth and gas management appropriately if exploring the deeper reef.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only.
Legal Notes
Klein Bonaire is part of the Bonaire National Marine Park, so follow park and operator rules.
Local Intel For Forest (N)
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Suitable for either a shallow scuba dive or a deeper reef dive down to about 50 m.
Freediving
Not a practical freedive site; the boat-only wall, current and depth make it scuba-first.
Snorkeling
Not a good snorkel target; the reef drops too quickly for a comfortable surface-only visit.
Wildlife at Forest (N)
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Forest (N)
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Forest (N)
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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