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Thanks to the emergence of a new company,
Bonaire East Coast Diving, dive
excursions on the windward side of the
island are now an option for just about any
diver.
They have increased the number of
dive sites they visit on Bonaire’s east
coast to a total of five.
Besides Funchie’s
Reef and the White Hole, they’re also
organizing trips to Black Rock, Spelonk, and
Ramon’s Reef.
The Bonaire East Coast Diving
boat was especially designed for the diving the
windward side of Bonaire. Their Zodiac
Hurricane 920 is an extremely sturdy and
stable RIB (rigid inflatable boat) powered
by two 225 hp Yamaha four stroke engines,
and equipped with all the necessary safety
gear.
It can accommodate 10 passengers in addition
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The
establishment of the Bonaire Marine Park in
the early 1980's and local
 dive operators
enthusiastic efforts to protect the reefs
has been essential in helping to keep the
islands marine ecosystem pristine. However
no where on the west coast or around Klein
Bonaire do the narrow fringing coral reefs
contain as much lush coral growth or
abundant fish and invertebrate populations
as on the rarely visited east coast.
Couple the
effects of less diver impact with the
differing nutrient mix that is brought in by
the clean oceanic water arriving on the east
coast, and it is little wonder that divers
see with regularity a number of species
rarely spotted on the leeward side. Most
notable is the "big stuff" such as rays and
sharks. Hawksbill turtles, although not an
unusual sighting on the west coast, and here
in numbers and joined by less commonly seen
green turtles and rarely seen leatherbacks.
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All dive trips
with Bonaire East Coast Diving depart from the fisherman's
pier at the south side of Lac Bay (the Sorobon side.)
While you are out diving, your non-diving companions can try
their hand at windsurfing with either
Jibe City or
Bonaire Wind
Surf Place or simply lie out on the beach in this
peaceful setting.
Lac
Bay is one of the most picturesque locations on the island
and a great place to spend time afternoon after your dive,
so we suggest you stay and enjoy the colorful atmosphere of
the area before heading home. The
Hang Out
Bar at Jibe City is one of the most relaxing bars on the
island (not to mention the view!) offering sandwiches, ice
creams, coffee and a well stocked bar. |
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East Coast dives are
available every day for morning two tank dives or
afternoon one tanks dives. Reservations are highly
recommended.
Morning 2 tank-dive: departure time is 8.00 AM
Price: $105.00
Afternoon 1 tank-dive: departure time is 1:00 PM
Price: $63.00
Reservations can be made on
line on the
Bonaire East Coast Diving web site.
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5% sales tax must be added to
the prices mentioned below.
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No refunds will be given for
cancellations less than 2 weeks before the reservation date.
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Based upon weather conditions, our captain may decide to
reschedule a dive.
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Please remember to bring your
dive gear, C Card and your Bonaire Marine Park Tag with you!
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Reservations: 1-800-382-1094
Email:
Denlaman@diveres.com |
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On Bonaire: 599-717-1700
Email: info@denlaman.com |
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