Bari Reef is one of the most visited reefs off the Bonaire coast, and for good reason. For starters, this dynamic reef can be found just offshore near the capital of Kralendijk, so it is relatively easy to access. A local dive operator is available for anyone who wants to enjoy a guided Bari Reef dive, though it's also possible to enter the water on your own. On solo dives, all you'll have to do is grab your gear and get down to the beach dock near the Sand Dollar Condominium Hotel. Coincidentally, this hotel is one of the best hotels in Bonaire, partly because of its proximity to the Bari Reef.

Whether you are spending a lot of time on the island of Bonaire or you have limited time to work with before you have to get back on the cruise ship, diving at Bari Reef is worth adding to the agenda. This reef is noted for its colorful array of marine life, and there are plenty of corals and sponges to admire. Types of fish range from trumpetfish and trunkfish to parrotfish and moray eels. Tarpon are also known to frequent the waters around Bari Reef Bonaire, as are seahorses and octopuses, among a variety of other fascinating creatures. Both beginners and advanced divers can have fun on a Bari Reef dive, and this lends to the site's popularity. Beginners will be especially happy to know that the currents and surges are usually weak or nonexistent. The inviting conditions also make the Bari Reef a popular snorkeling spot.

A Bari Reef Bonaire dive can be enjoyed at any time of year. It can also be enjoyed during the day or during the night. On a nighttime Bari Reef dive, you will most likely attract some curious fish with your lights, as the more courageous ones like to use the lights to help them hunt. As long as you have some good lights, you'll be able to admire the colorful marine life around the reef without much issue on a nighttime dive. Some divers choose to book an early morning dive, as it can be fun to watch the reef come alive with the rising of the warm, Caribbean sun.

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