Shore-diving access, beginner/advanced suitability, easy access, and marine life to 30 m+.
Easy Bonaire shore dive with reef life offshore.
Easy Bonaire shore dive with reef life offshore.
Windsock is an easy shore dive across from Bonaire's airport, with a shallow sandy start that opens onto a healthy reef and plenty of room to settle in before the reef edge. It suits relaxed scuba and snorkeling when you want a straightforward entry, moderate reef structure, and reliable Bonaire visibility. Plan for normal marine-park access rules and general wildlife awareness.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 30m
Depth Note
Starts with a shallow sandy plateau before reaching the reef.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Easy shore entry, shallow sandy plateau, healthy reef, and generally calm conditions with limited to medium current.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Sharks and rays may be present; maintain appropriate distance and situational awareness.
Access Restrictions
Bonaire Nature Tag required.
Legal Notes
Bonaire National Marine Park rules apply.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
An easy shore dive with a shallow start and plenty of reef structure for relaxed reef dives and buoyancy practice.
Snorkeling
Beginner-friendly snorkeling works well along the shallow reef edge on calm days.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Shore-diving access, beginner/advanced suitability, easy access, and marine life to 30 m+.
Across from the airport, shore/boat access, rays and turtles, and a 6-25 m depth range.
Easy shore entry, shallow sandy plateau, reef structure, visibility, current, and site depth.
Nearby dive-support infrastructure and direct ocean access.
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