Scuba Diving in Bonaire, Netherlands

The license plates on all the cars in Bonaire readinternationally-known hot spot for windsurfers. Kayak
Diver's Paradise. Need any more be said? Perhaps -on the protected waters of Lac Bay or head for the
for those who have never been to paradise. Howmiles of flats and mangroves to the south where
about 84 degree water temperature and visibilitybaby fish and wildlife can be viewed.
over 100 feet? Bonaire is not only a "Diver's Paradise"Birdwatch Bonaire's 170+ species of birds (80 of
because of the awesome fact that its exceptionallywhich are indigenous to the Island!) Deep sea fish for
pristine waters are designated as an official marineWahoo, Tuna, Blue Marlin, Amber Jack, Sailfish, and
park, or because its calm, clear waters are the idealSnapper. (Bonaire is also one of the best kept
environment for underwater photographers, orsecrets of bone-fishing enthusiasts!) Sail out on the
because it is famous for its flamingos (which numberwater on one of Bonaire's charter yachts. Horseback
as many as 15,000 during the mating season!), butride at one of Bonaire's horse ranches. More low-key
also because Bonaire offers tons of wondrous otherthan its Latin-influenced big sisters, Aruba and
sites to behold and ventures to experience after aCuracao, it's really quite cool to see how Bonaire has
day of diving.gone to great lengths to preserve its natural
Hike through the terrain of the island's 13,500-acreresources. Need any more be said now?
National Park ~ a wildlife sanctuary where birds,Oh yeah, beach diving is available right out your back
lizards, goats, and iguanas are found in their naturaldoor 24/7! While there are lots of waters in the
habitat! Mountain bike on the 300+ kilometers ofworld in which to dive deep below the surface of the
trails, consisting of smooth coastal drives, unpavedsea, it's always great to select a spot that offers lots
back roads, and even goat paths! Windsurf on theof natural activities and goosebump-inflicting places to
shallow, calm waters of Lac Bay ~ anexplore on dry land as well.