Bonaire

Just north of Venezuela lies one of the most beautiful eco-friendly destinations in the diver’s handbook – Bonaire, the smallest island of the Netherlands Antilles. It’s a perfect, all-year, family holiday destination, with little rainfall, a village feel and much to see and do.

Once is never enough to visit Bonaire, an unspoilt hideaway which prides itself on looking after its natural surroundings, for over 25 years it has been a designated marine sanctuary. Although it is the undisputed shore diving capital of the world, with superb visibility and a thriving underwater macro life, observing Bonaire’s wildlife above the water is equally rewarding - especially the island’s flamingos and iguanas. Windsurfing at Lac Bay, kayaking through the mangroves and mountain biking through Washington Slangbaai National Park, also provide enjoyable diversions, as do the island’s excellent restaurants and locally brewed beer.

Captain Don's Habitat is located on the waterfront amidst lush green gardens and landscaping.

Rooms: Varying in sizes and locations, nearly all rooms have ocean or pool views with air conditioning, bathrooms, tv, telephone, fridge, have either a balcony or a patio and are decorated in a light island style for a relaxing, breezy atmosphere. Some rooms have kitchen facilities.

Facilities: There is a large free form pool, Rum Runners bar & restaurant, gift shop, small sandy beach and is great for snorkelling as well as diving.

Bonaire is the home of 'diving freedom' with 24 hours unlimited shore diving, 365 days of the year. The dive centre is located within the resort where tanks are available 24 hours a day. The dive centre also operates three 1-tank boat departures daily to over 70 moored sights. Each mooring buoy is limited to 1 boat so you will have the reef all to yourself.

Shore diving is a must in Bonaire, rated as the top shore diving destination in the world, with clear, unspoilt waters! There are 86 dives sites accessible from the shore with pristine coral, over 250 species of fish, crustaceans, invertebtates, anemones, sponges, wrecks and the elusive seahorse provide this a great place for underwater photographers. Water temperatures range from a warm 25-29°C with visibility over 30 meters. Following accepted safe diving practices, you can grab a tank and go .... whenever you want!

Nitrox and rebreather diving is available and there are also photographic facitlities at the centre.

Whether you’ve been diving for years or are just qualified, diving on Bonaire is a most enjoyable, unique experience.