

Best for intermediate divers, 9-40m, shore entry, mild current.
Bakadera is a shore-entry reef dive located on the west coast of Bonaire. The site features a reef structure that slopes from 9 metres down to 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Divers typically encounter mild currents and visibility ranging from 20 to 30 metres. Marine life includes common sightings of French Angelfish, various parrotfish species, groupers, and wrasses. Rarer encounters may include the Spotted Moray and Queen Angelfish. As facilities are unconfirmed, divers should arrive self-sufficient with all necessary equipment. This site is suited for intermediate divers looking to practice deeper profiles.
12.19517, -68.30083
Facilities at the site are unconfirmed, so arrive self-sufficient with a full tank and any surface marker buoys you need. Check locally before your dive for the latest access conditions and parking arrangements.
Exclusively accessible by boat, 10-15 minutes from Kralendijk harbor.
Recorded at this site
Depth
9-40m
Visibility
20-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Divers regularly encounter French Angelfish, Stoplight Parrotfish, Queen Parrotfish, Redband Parrotfish, Pacific Trumpetfish, and groupers. Wrasses are very common, particularly between May and September. Less frequent sightings include the Rock Beauty, Great Barracuda, Fairy Basslet, Spotted Moray, Queen Angelfish, Banded Coral Shrimp, and Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish.
Bakadera is rated for intermediate divers. The site requires comfort with deeper profiles as the reef extends to 40 metres.
The reef ranges from 9 metres to 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Bakadera is a shore-entry dive site.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow sections of the reef start at 9 metres.
Diving at Bakadera in Kralendijk requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Bakadera in Kralendijk. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Bakadera in Kralendijk are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Bakadera in Kralendijk typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Bakadera in Kralendijk typically ranges from 20 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.