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Primary shore-access, depth, visibility, and current context.
Dive Spot Guide•
White Slave
Bonaire shore dive with a long swim to a coral-and-sponge reef.
Shore dive on Bonaire with a long sand swim, a rocky entry, and a reef that rewards good current and air planning.
About White Slave
White Slave is a Bonaire shore dive marked by the historic slave huts and a long sandy swim out to the reef. The first stretch is open sand and rubble, then the site turns into a coral and sponge slope with a clear drop-off profile. It is a good fit for divers who are comfortable managing current, air, and a longer surface swim before the real dive begins. Expect rays on the sand and turtles, surgeonfish, butterflyfish, triggers, and angels on the reef.
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Research Estimate At White Slave
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
CurrentStrong current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is White Slave?
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Community sourced coordinates.
White Slave Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 33.5m
Depth Note
The reef begins about 200 meters from shore and starts around 10 meters depth.
Best Season
Year-round; calmer periods make the long swim easier.
Typical Conditions
Shore entry over coral rubble, a long swim over sand, and moderate-to-strong current on an exposed west-coast site.
Safety & Access At White Slave
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Sharp coralStrong currentWaves
Safety Notes
Plan for a long swim over the sand bank before reaching the reef and be ready for current and wave exposure on the point.
Access Restrictions
Dive boots are recommended for the rocky entry, and the nature fee is mandatory.
Legal Notes
Bonaire Marine Park nature fee is mandatory for divers and snorkelers.
Local Intel For White Slave
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Start from shore, swim across the sand plateau, and then work the reef slope and drop-off once you reach the underwater marker.
Freediving
Not ideal for casual freediving because the swim to the reef is long and current can build on the point.
Snorkeling
Capable snorkelers can use the sand plateau, but the long swim and current make this a stronger scuba site.
Wildlife at White Slave
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At White Slave
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Dive Spot Log Averages At White Slave
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
