Margate Bay Suggest edit

Netherlands Suggest · Bonaire Suggest

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

50 minAvg dive time

January to JuneBest months

26.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

24.0–28.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Margate Bay is a popular dive site located on the west coast of Bonaire, known for its vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life. The site features a variety of underwater landscapes, making it suitable for divers of different skill levels.

Diving at Margate Bay offers opportunities to explore coral formations, schools of tropical fish, and occasional sightings of larger marine species. The site is characterized by a gentle slope leading to deeper waters, with plenty of nooks and crannies to investigate.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 26.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 24.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand coral rock Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle for coral formations, macro for small critters.

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