

Best for intermediate divers, 8-36m, shore entry, mild current.
Vista Blue is a reef and wall site located on the East Coast of Bonaire. Divers can explore depths ranging from 8 to 36 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. The topography features high densities of soft corals, including the purple sea fan. Marine life frequently recorded here includes rock beauty, wrasses, groupers, redband parrotfish, and stoplight parrotfish. Divers may also encounter Caribbean sharpnose puffer, foureye butterfly fish, and Pacific trumpetfish. Access is via a shore entry, and the site is suitable for intermediate divers. Conditions include mild currents and visibility between 15 and 40 metres. Hazards to be aware of include jellyfish, sharks, and surf. Parking is available at the site.
12.03831, -68.26514
Check if kitesurfers are active in the nearby Sorobon area before entering the water.
Drive south from Kralendijk toward Lac Bay. Look for the yellow STINAPA stone with number 58 as a landmark. Access is via beach or shore entry.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-36m
Visibility
15-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Common sightings include rock beauty, wrasses, groupers, redband parrotfish, stoplight parrotfish, Caribbean sharpnose puffer, foureye butterfly fish, and Pacific trumpetfish. Purple sea fans are also very common.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers.
The site ranges from 8 to 36 metres deep, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Vista Blue is a shore dive.
Due to the proximity of a kite surf area, it is recommended to avoid diving when surfers are present and to always carry a surface marker buoy.
Diving at Vista Blue in Kralendijk requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Vista Blue in Kralendijk. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
Vista Blue in Kralendijk typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Vista Blue in Kralendijk typically ranges from 15 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.