

Best for intermediate divers, 8-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Forest is a reef and wall dive site located off Klein Bonaire. Divers typically explore depths between 8 and 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Access is exclusively by boat, with the site situated 15 metres from the shore. Conditions feature mild currents and visibility ranging from 20 to 40 metres. Marine life recorded at the site includes wrasses, groupers, French and Queen angelfish, Indian lionfish, Black Durgeon, porcupinefish, various parrotfish, Foureye butterfly fish, Spanish hogfish, Smooth trunkfish, and Pacific trumpetfish. The site is suitable for intermediate divers and supports night diving, with typical dives lasting 40 minutes. Hazards include sea urchins, sharks, strong currents, and surf.
12.14870, -68.32740
The western shore can experience variable swells depending on the season, so check local wind and sea state forecasts before descent.
Access is straightforward from Klein Bonaire's beach entry points.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-30m
Visibility
20-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Year-round
Divers can encounter wrasses, groupers, French and Queen angelfish, Indian lionfish, Black Durgeon, porcupinefish, parrotfish, Foureye butterfly fish, Spanish hogfish, Smooth trunkfish, and Pacific trumpetfish.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers.
The site ranges from 8 to 30 metres deep, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Forest is a boat-only dive site located 15 metres from the shore.
Yes, night diving is permitted at Forest.
Diving at Forest 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 Forest in Kralendijk. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Forest in Kralendijk are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Forest in Kralendijk typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Forest in Kralendijk typically ranges from 20 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.