Underwater Phantaseas


Trip Report Bonaire 2010



22 happy faces returned from Bonaire, and no smile bigger than mine after this incredible adventure! For those that have not been to Bonaire, put it on your must do list.

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 Relatively easy to get to, easy diving for the whole family, and a combination of good food and comfortable accommodations puts this destination on my list every year.


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bon3 (176K) Part of the Dutch Antilles, Bonaire boasts itself as the shore diving capital of the world.


I'll admit, I'm a lazy diver, and love the ease of boat diving, getting spoiled by the crew and having a guide point out all the critters, so don't discount this location as a great boat diving destination.
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bon2 (103K) We stayed at the Divi Flamingo Resort, located just on the south side of town, convenient walking distance to town for meals out or a quick dip in to shop. Dive Divi is the on site dive operation, and their service was impeccable.


Three boat dives a day spoiled us rotten with our great DMs, Orlando and Enrique, guiding along the way. Seahorse, frogfish, spotted eagle rays, turtles and more schooling fish than any other reef in the Caribbean make for some unbelievable diving! bon6 (203K)

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bon7 (172K) It's fair to say not a single one of our divers left Bonaire disappointed. Although not currently on my list to go back (I have been thee 5 times), I am sure a return trip will be in the not so distant future!


The Origional Trip Brochure



Underwater Phantaseas scuba travel


You are invited to join Underwater Phantaseas in the "divers paradise" of Bonaire. Bonaire's sea abounds with beautiful marine life and a fascinating variety of multi-colored tropical fish. The sea is remarkably clear and conditions are superb for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Bonaire has more than 80 dive sites listed by the Bonaire Marine Park! The islands implementation of marine conservation efforts more than 30 years ago have helped to keep Bonaire's reef system extremely healthy. Our fringing reef begins close to the shore, usually a short 30 foot swim or less, making Bonaire world renowned for its shore diving.


What's Included:
  • Roundtrip airfare from Den to Bonaire
       (departs DEN on Friday afternoon, 6/11)
  • 7 nights accommodations at DIVI Flamingo Beach Resort, based on double occupancy.
  • 6 days of 3-tank boat dives
  • Unlimited shore diving
  • Breakfast daily
  • Airport/Hotel transfers
  • Tanks, weights and belts
  • Govt. hotel taxes
  • Group Leaders/Instructors
What's not Included:
  • Meals not specified
  • Personal dive equipment
  • Continuing education
  • Departure tax (approx. $35)
  • Marine park fee (approx. $25)
  • Nitrox/EAN fills
  • Gratuities
  • Trip/Dive Insurance
bonaire travel We'll be spending 7 nights at the DIVI Flamingo Beach Resort, located right on the water! Our deluxe rooms feature air conditioning, private balconies, TV, refrigerator & coffee maker. The resort is excellent for shore diving and continuing education.

6 days of boat diving as well as unlimited shore diving will fully enable us to take advantage of Bonaire’s legendary diving. The water is warm and generally flat calm. This lack of surface turbulence and the fact that Bonaire's surrounding reef wall lies directly offshore make this one of the world's easiest and most enjoyable diving destinations. In addition, there are many opportunities for a variety of shore excursions.

Call or stop by the shop for more information or to see video on the diving in Bonaire. There is always a lot of interest in trips to Bonaire. A $300 deposit and a signed trip agreement are required to hold your spot with us in the shore diving capital.

Yes I'm Interested, please contact me!