Netherlands

Karpata

Karpata is a coastal area on Bonaire in the Caribbean, part of the larger Dutch Caribbean. While Bonaire is renowned for shore-diving and accessible reef sites, the city itself is not a primary diving hub. The proximity to the coast provides easy access to renowned underwater sites around Bonaire National Marine Park, including macro-friendly reefs and clear, calm conditions typical of Caribbean shores. Expect calm water and healthy reef life with abundant macro opportunities and a relaxed diving scene centered on shore entries and small boat trips from the island’s dive centers nearby. As a landmass with a focus on protected reef ecosystems, most divers visit Bonaire for site-rich shore diving rather than urban diving infrastructure.

Essential information for traveling in Netherlands

About Netherlands

Sea
North Sea, Caribbean Sea, La Manche and North A...
Timezone
America/Kralendijk
Languages
NL
Demonym
Dutch
Phone prefix
+31

Practicalities

Currency
EUR
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type C, Type F
Airports
AMS RTM EIN GRQ MAA

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Karpata

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Nearby cities for scuba diving around Karpata

The best time to dive in Karpata

The best months to dive in Karpata are from August to September. Temperatures are confortable (29-30°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
27 °C 28 °C 6/10
02 - Feb.
27 °C 27 °C 6/10
03 - Mar.
27 °C 27 °C 6/10
04 - Apr.
27 °C 27 °C 5/10
05 - May
28 °C 28 °C 5/10
06 - Jun.
28 °C 28 °C 4/10
07 - Jul.
28 °C 28 °C 6/10
08 - Aug.
29 °C 29 °C 6/10
09 - Sept.
30 °C 29 °C 6/10
10 - Oct.
29 °C 30 °C 6/10
11 - Nov.
28 °C 29 °C 5/10
12 - Dec.
27 °C 28 °C 6/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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