

Best for beginner divers, 10-13m, shore entry.
Reef Scientifico is a coral reef site located along the sheltered shore of Klein Bonaire. The site features a reef structure at depths between 10 and 13 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres, and water temperatures remain between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Divers should maintain awareness of depth changes along the wall and artificial reef, as well as potential down currents. Guided tours are available and recommended for navigating the area. The site is suitable for night diving, which allows for better observation of camouflaged marine life.
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Navigate using the larger concrete foundations as reference points since the artificial structures create a maze-like environment that can disorient divers.
Located 300 metres south of Bari Reef at Playa Lechi. Access via Kaya J.N.E. Craane. Parking is available along the road on the paved shoulder.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-13m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
None
Best Time
Jan, May, Jun
Divers can encounter spotted moray eels, Brazilian reef octopus, spotted scorpionfish, and French angelfish along the reef face and rubble zones.
Yes, Reef Scientifico is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The reef structure is located between 10 and 13 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Reef Scientifico is accessed via a shore entry.
Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres, and water temperatures are between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius. Divers should be prepared for mild currents and potential down currents.
Diving at Reef Scientifico in Kralendijk requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Reef Scientifico in Kralendijk. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Reef Scientifico in Kralendijk are January, May, and June. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.