Thousand Steps (16)
Underwater, divers can expect to encounter a variety of Caribbean marine species, including nurse sharks, reef sharks, eagle rays, turtles, stingrays, and an abundance of colorful fish such as snapper, angelfish, grunts, parrot fish, and grouper. The site offers a glimpse into the vibrant ecosystem that thrives in these waters, providing an unforgettable diving adventure.
Thousand Steps boasts excellent visibility of up to 24 meters, allowing divers to fully immerse themselves in the enchanting underwater world. With a maximum depth of 21 meters, this dive site is suitable for beginners and offers a fantastic opportunity for novice divers to explore the beauty of Bonaire's underwater realm.
Located along Queen's Highway, Thousand Steps is conveniently accessible and is situated in the Netherlands, specifically in Bonaire. Embrace the thrill of diving at this extraordinary site and embark on an unforgettable underwater journey in the waters of Bonaire, Netherlands.
Diving Conditions Score for Thousand Steps (16)
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Thousand Steps (16)
Depth
21m
Visibility
24m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Thousand Steps (16)
Wave Height
0.9m
Wind Speed
22.1 m/s
Water Temp
27.4°C
Visibility
17.98km
Cloud Cover
16%
Wave Period
5s
Air Temperature
25.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Thousand Steps (16)
Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 7.331166666666666/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.88m, Wind 21.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.7922666666666665/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Thousand Steps (16) are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.88m (4.75s), Wind: 21.7 m/s
Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 1.04m, Wind: 23.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Thousand Steps (16)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Thousand Steps (16)
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Thousand Steps (16)
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Thousand Steps (16)
Ideal Conditions for Thousand Steps (16)
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
September
Visibility
11.5m / 37.7ft
May
Wave Height
2.3m / 7.5ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Thousand Steps (16)
Thousand Steps (16) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.6°C) and January the coldest (22.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.3m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). January is usually the driest month with 0.6mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 13, 2026