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Thousand Steps (16)

Thousand Steps is an iconic dive site in Bonaire, known for its breathtaking underwater scenery and diverse marine life. Situated atop a scenic cliff, divers can access the beach by descending 67 stairs while wearing their gear. The name "Thousand Steps" originates from the long staircase leading to the site, offering a unique diving experience.

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)

7.8
Good

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

beginner

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

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Thousand Steps (16)
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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.

Sunrise at Thousand Steps (16): 06:00
Sunset at Thousand Steps (16): 18:00

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.

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Best Overall
14:00

Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.88m (4.75s), Wind: 21.7 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 1.04m, Wind: 23.1 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Thousand Steps (16)
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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

Avg. Score: 9.4/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Thousand Steps (16)

January
Score: 9.4
February
Score: 9.4
December
Score: 9.3

Ideal Conditions for Thousand Steps (16)

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.9°C / 80.4°F

September

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.5m / 37.7ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

2.3m / 7.5ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 13, 2026

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