Bonaire National Marine Park

Bonaire National Marine Park (BNMP), established in 1979, starts at the high water mark and extends to a depth of 200 ft, covering 6672 acres. Everything within the BNMP, living or dead, is protected.  While it is possible to access shore sites on the leeward side all year round, conditions on the windward side are unpredictable.

All users of the waters, must adhere to specific BNMP rules and regulations.  All SCUBA divers and other users are required, by law, to purchase a nature tag ($25 US for divers per calendar year/$10 US for other users).  Divers must attend an orientation and perform a check-out dive with a dive operator upon each visit.  

Additional rules and regulations are covered in the diver orientation.  For example, no spear fishing, glove wearing or anchoring is permitted.  The Marine Park has a complete brochure available.