

Best for advanced divers, 11m, shore & boat entry, strong current.
Outside Cai Channel is a dynamic site on the East Coast of Bonaire featuring a complex topography of reef, wall, and canyon structures. Located 50 metres from the shore, this site is suited for advanced divers and snorkellers due to strong currents and surf conditions. Visibility varies between 10 and 30 metres. Divers should be aware of hazards including rip currents, boat traffic, sea urchins, and lionfish. Access is available via both shore entry and boat charter, with guided tours offered. Water temperatures range from 27C to 30C throughout the year. Typical dives last approximately 60 minutes.
12.09550, -68.22690
Schedule your trip in the first half of your stay on Bonaire as many divers wish to return after a few days.
Located at Lac Bay. Follow signs to Sorobon. The last 2 kilometres are an unpaved route requiring a car with sufficient ground clearance. Parking is on coral gravel near shell mounds.
Recorded at this site
Depth
11m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the presence of strong currents and surf.
The average depth at Outside Cai Channel is 11 metres.
Yes, the site is accessible by both shore entry and boat charter.
Yes, both diving and snorkelling are permitted at this site.
Hazards include strong currents, rip currents, surf, boat traffic, sea urchins, and lionfish.
Diving at Outside Cai Channel East Coast in Kralendijk requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Outside Cai Channel East Coast in Kralendijk. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Outside Cai Channel East Coast in Kralendijk are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Outside Cai Channel East Coast in Kralendijk can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Outside Cai Channel East Coast in Kralendijk typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.