Dive Friends Bonaire
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Dive Friends Bonaire

Kaya C.E.B. Hellmund 24, Kralendijk, Kralendijk, NLD

Years active2002 yrsLanguagesEN
Years active
2002 yrs
Languages
EN
Season
all year
Kid-friendly
No
Accessible
No

Über das Zentrum

Dive Friends Bonaire mit Sitz in Kralendijk, Curaçao, ist ein Tauchcenter mit mehreren Standorten auf der Insel. Von PADI, SSI und TDI zertifiziert, bietet es eine breite Palette von Kursen an, von Discover Scuba Diving bis zum Instructor Development Course, einschliesslich Spezialitäten wie Freediving und Nachttauchen. Sie bieten auch Schnorcheltouren an.

Die Einrichtungen umfassen Schliessfächer, Ausrüstungsverleih, einen Tauchshop und Luftfüllungen (inklusive Nitrox). Dive Friends Bonaire zeichnet sich durch das Angebot von Boots- und Riff-Tauchgängen sowie geführten Nachttauchgängen aus. Sie bieten auch einen Flughafentransfer an.

Mit Fokus auf den Komfort des Tauchers fördert Dive Friends Bonaire das Konzept 'Avelo Diving', ein innovatives System für ein verbessertes Schwebegefühl unter Wasser. Taucher können erfahrene Guides nutzen, um die vielfältigen Tauchplätze Bonaires zu erkunden, mit der Option auf unbegrenzte Tankfüllungen für Riff-Tauchgänge. Das Center organisiert auch Veranstaltungen und bietet spezielle Angebote.

Dive Friends Bonaire engagiert sich für den Meeresschutz, nimmt an Umweltprojekten und vierteljährlichen Säuberungsaktionen teil. Ihre Philosophie ist es, das Tauchen für alle zugänglich und angenehm zu gestalten, von Anfängern bis zu erfahrenen Profis, mit dem Ziel, die Unterwasserwelt Bonaires zu entdecken.

Verfügbare Kurse

7 cursos

Freediving

Curso de apnea para aprender técnicas de inmersión en apnea y respiración, explorando el mar sin equipo de buceo.

$400
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Enriched Air Nitrox

Especialidad Nitrox para bucear con mezclas de aire enriquecido, permitiendo tiempos de inmersión más largos.

$181
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Discover Scuba Diving

Bautismo de buceo para quienes desean tener su primera experiencia bajo el agua con la supervisión de un instructor profesional.

$109
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Open Water Diver

Curso de iniciación al buceo recreativo. Obtén tu certificación para bucear de forma autónoma hasta 18 metros de profundidad.

$565
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Advanced Open Water

Curso avanzado de buceo que amplía las habilidades del buceador con inmersiones de especialidad incluyendo profundidad y navegación.

$378
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Rescue Diver

**PADI Rescue Diver Course at Dive Friends Bonaire: Mastering Emergency Response** The PADI Rescue Diver course offered by Dive Friends Bonaire is designed to equip you with essential skills for accident prevention and emergency management in diving. This comprehensive program moves beyond self-preservation, focusing on how to anticipate, identify, and resolve potential problems underwater. You will learn critical techniques for assisting distressed divers, managing equipment failures, and executing effective rescue scenarios. The course structure typically involves in-depth theoretical knowledge, practical exercises in confined water, and realistic open-water simulations, ensuring you are well-prepared for unexpected situations. Dive Friends Bonaire leverages the exceptional underwater environment of Bonaire for this advanced training. Participants will engage in simulated emergencies on the vibrant local reefs, practicing vital skills such as diver assists, unconscious diver rescues, and surface rescues. The instructors emphasize a proactive approach to safety, honing your ability to remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure. Completing this course significantly boosts your confidence and competence, transforming you into a more capable and responsible dive buddy. This course is a pivotal step in a diver's education, significantly enhancing your ability to handle stressful situations and provide assistance to others. By mastering rescue techniques, you not only increase your own safety margin but also become a more valuable member of any dive group. The skills learned are directly applicable to all future diving activities, making you a more assured and prepared diver in any environment. It's a challenging yet immensely rewarding experience that builds upon your existing diving knowledge and practical skills. As a PADI-certified training center, Dive Friends Bonaire adheres to the highest standards of diver education. The course price of 435 USD covers the comprehensive training required to achieve this important certification. While specific dive site details for practical sessions are determined by conditions, Bonaire's renowned reefs offer an ideal backdrop for practicing these life-saving skills. The center's commitment to practical, real-world application ensures you gain hands-on experience that translates directly to improved safety and preparedness underwater.

$435
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Avelo Diver certification course

Dive Friends Bonaire introduces the revolutionary Recreational Avelo Diver (RAD) certification course, a significant advancement in scuba technology. This specialty course focuses on mastering the unique Avelo system, which replaces traditional air-filled BCDs with an innovative water-based buoyancy control mechanism. Participants will learn to achieve optimal buoyancy, reduce drag, and enhance underwater mobility for a more natural and efficient diving experience. The training prioritizes safety and confidence, enabling divers to fully leverage the system's benefits, including extended bottom times and reduced physical exertion. As the first international Avelo Dive Center, Dive Friends Bonaire offers this PADI-certified course with expert instructors. The curriculum integrates classroom theory, essential in-water practice sessions, and guided Avelo dives utilizing Bonaire's world-renowned dive sites. The objective is to make the Avelo method feel intuitive, allowing divers to experience a sensation akin to 'flying' underwater. Small class sizes ensure personalized attention, fostering proficiency and comfort with the Avelo system for every student. This certification is globally recognized at all Avelo Dive Centers, marking a new standard in recreational diving. The course structure is designed to make the transition to the Avelo system seamless, building upon fundamental diving skills. Upon completion, divers will be equipped to explore underwater environments with greater ease and efficiency, opening up new possibilities for their diving adventures. Dive Friends Bonaire is committed to providing a high-quality learning experience. The Avelo Diver certification course is a testament to their dedication to innovation and diver education. By embracing this new technology, divers can anticipate a more enjoyable and less physically demanding way to explore the underwater world, making each dive a truly remarkable experience.

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Services

Guided divesBoat divesShore divesNight divesEquipment rentalAir fillsNitrox fillsDiving clubcenterDetail.svc_transport

Facilities

Shop
Compressor
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Parking

Specialties

Wrecks🧪Nitrox📷Underwater photography🧒KidsTechnical divingcenterDetail.spc_rebreather

Brands they work with

GoProOlympusScubapro

Destinations & trips

Egipto
Mar Rojo
2 veces al año
Maldivas
Atolón Sur Malé
Anual
Indonesia
Komodo
Cada 18 meses
México
Cozumel
Anual

Recommended dive sites

The spots this centre offers its students

Klein Bonaire
Bari Reef
Cliff
Chachacha

Climate

Annual average

Monthly historical data to plan your dives

13°
Jan
14°
Feb
16°
Mär
18°
Apr
21°
Mai
25°
Jun
28°
Jul
29°
Aug
26°
Sep
22°
Okt
17°
Nov
14°
Dez
Air temp (°C) Sea temp (°C) Rain (mm)

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Frequently asked

What people ask before booking

If you are not certified yet, no problem. Dive Friends Bonaire offers PADI courses for every level from beginner to professional. You can complete your open water training with us and start exploring Bonaire’s amazing reefs right away.

Bonaire is known as the shore diving capital of the world. That means you can easily enter the water from the beach and dive incredible reefs without a boat. With our unlimited air or nitrox packages, you can dive as often as you want, right from shore.

You can exchange tanks and gear at any of our seven convenient locations across the island. Every shop is close to great dive sites, making it easy to refill, rinse, and get back in the water fast.

Yes. Our professional dive guides know Bonaire’s best sites and love sharing them with you. Join a guided shore dive, a boat dive to Klein Bonaire, or a special night dive for a truly unforgettable experience.

Absolutely. We provide high-quality, well-maintained rental gear including BCDs, regulators, wetsuits, and computers. You can rent a full set or just the items you need for your dive adventure.

Booking is easy. You can reserve your dives, courses, and packages online through our website or contact our friendly team by email or phone. We’ll help you plan every detail before you arrive on Bonaire.

Dive Friends Bonaire offers the Avelo Experience for certified divers, the Avelo Diver certification course, and the Avelo Pro training for instructors. Each course includes classroom learning, in-water practice, and guided dives to help you master the system safely and confidently.

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