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From Shore to Reef: Why Buddy Dive Bonaire Is a Must for Every Diver

  • Writer: The Scuba Holiday Blog Team
    The Scuba Holiday Blog Team
  • Jun 30
  • 3 min read

The Ultimate Diver’s Playground

Few dive destinations offer the freedom and flexibility that Buddy Dive Resort Bonaire does. Nestled on the leeward coast of Bonaire, this diver-designed property is famous for unlimited shore diving, a seamless drive-and-dive package, and one of the most tech-diver-friendly setups in the Caribbean.


Whether you're a beginner earning your first certification, a photo pro chasing macro life, or a rebreather diver needing a clean fill station, Buddy Dive has you covered — with warm hospitality and a relaxed vibe to match.


Dive When You Want, How You Want




The real magic of Buddy Dive is in its unmatched access. With over 60 marked dive sites accessible from shore, and tanks available 24/7, you can design your dive schedule around your coffee breaks — not a boat’s itinerary.

Here’s what makes the diving experience stand out:

  • Unlimited air or Nitrox shore diving

  • Multiple drive-up tank stations (air & Nitrox)

  • 24-hour gear room & rinse facilities

  • On-site dive shop, retail, and classroom

  • Guided boat dives also available daily


Bonaire’s crystal-clear waters, gentle conditions, and minimal currents make it ideal for night diving, macro photography, and long bottom times. House reefs like Buddy’s Reef and Bari Reef are teeming with life and right off the resort’s dock.


Tech & Training Hub

Buddy Dive isn’t just for recreational divers. It’s a recognized technical diving facility, offering support for:

  • Rebreather & trimix diving

  • Full-service tech gear rentals

  • Training & certification from intro to advanced levels

  • Clean fill stations for O2, Nitrox, and trimix


Whether you're taking your first tech course or a seasoned tech diver, Buddy Dive’s instructors and infrastructure make advanced diving accessible and safe.




Accommodations & Amenities

The resort’s layout is designed for convenience and comfort, with colorful apartment-style units that include:

  • Fully equipped kitchens

  • Air conditioning

  • Living areas and porches

  • Ocean or garden views

Larger units can accommodate families or dive groups, while couples will enjoy the cozy oceanfront suites.

Resort amenities include:

  • Two swimming pools

  • Dive bar & two restaurants (Blennies and Ingredients)

  • On-site car rental office

  • Snorkeling, kayaking, and paddleboard rentals

  • Free Wi-Fi throughout the property


Drive & Dive — the Bonaire Way

Every Scuba Holidays package at Buddy Dive includes a rental truck, making it easy to grab tanks and head out to dive sites like 1000 Steps, Salt Pier, or Karpata — all at your own pace. This is part of what makes Bonaire a bucket-list location for independent divers.


You can do a boat dive in the morning, a shore dive in the afternoon, and a night dive right off the dock. No crowds. No tight schedules. Just you, your buddy, and a truck full of tanks.




A Welcoming Vibe for Every Diver

What keeps divers coming back to Buddy Dive isn’t just the easy logistics — it’s the friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Staff are professional and approachable, with multilingual instructors ready to teach or guide.


Families, solo travelers, tech groups, and honeymooners all feel at home here. Weekly welcome parties and themed dinners make it easy to meet fellow divers, and the dive team goes the extra mile to accommodate special requests.


What’s Included in Your Scuba Holidays Package?

We’ve bundled everything you need for the perfect Bonaire dive trip:

Package Includes:

  • 7 nights’ accommodation in a studio or apartment

  • Daily breakfast buffet

  • 6 days unlimited air or Nitrox tanks for shore diving

  • 6 single-tank boat dives (optional upgrade available)

  • 7-day vehicle rental (truck with tank racks)

  • Airport transfers

  • Free Wi-Fi and full use of resort amenities

  • Resort taxes and service charges


Share Your Shore Diving Stories!

Have you done the drive & dive around Bonaire with us?

We’d love to see your underwater photos, GoPro footage, and surface interval selfies from your Buddy Dive experience. Whether it's your first dive trip or your tenth return, your stories help inspire other divers to go explore.



Let’s celebrate the freedom to dive on your schedule and make the most of every shore entry. Let's plan your Buddy Dive Bonaire Adventure!


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