Salt Pier

Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba Bonaire National Marine Park

4.0 (1 review)

all levels

Iconic pier dive with abundant fish and colorful pillars.

Shore Access
15m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site offers a convenient entry point for divers of all levels, thanks to its accessible shore access. Located around a pier, the site is particularly appealing due to the vibrant underwater ecosystem it supports. The piers’ pillars create intriguing structures covered in colorful sponges and corals – a truly captivating sight. A major draw is the abundant fish population that thrives within the sheltered areas beneath the pier. Exploring the nearby reef can lead to encounters with eels, juvenile drumfish, seahorses, or even frogfish. You'll frequently see schools of various fish inhabiting the area, alongside other marine life. Turtles are commonly observed feeding in the shallow waters near the shore on your way back. This site is suitable for both day and night dives. Please note that boat diving is prohibited here. Exercise caution when approaching the pillars to avoid sharp edges.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Famous

Plan Your Visit

pier diveturtlecoral reefbeginner friendlymacro photographynight diveshore dive

Marine Life

turtleseahorsefrogfishjuvenile drumfisheelschools of gruntstarponcolorful spongesorange cup coral

Things to Note

Difficulty:

all levels

Easy shore entry and shallow areas, with deeper options.

Hazards:
marine life
Current Strength:

Mild

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