St Eustatius | Glow in the Dark – Discover Ostracods with Dive Friends Bonaire Ostracod Diver Specialty | Book online

Pricing

Key info

1 day (approx.)
Incl. 2 dives
Dive site(s) determined on the dive day
English, Dutch
Max. 6 students / instructor
Meet at the dive center

Free Cancellation - 24hrs notice
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Highlights

Ostracod diving offers a magical underwater experience, showcasing tiny bioluminescent crustaceans. Found in tropical waters, they emit rhythmic blue-green lights during mating displays, resembling underwater fireflies. Ideal for night dives,

The most obvious reason is the sheer magic of witnessing ostracods' bioluminescence.
Night dives allow divers to connect with the ocean in a completely different way. The darkness of the water, paired with the glow of bioluminescent creatures, creates an intimate and peaceful environment,
The overall experience of seeing ostracods at night is otherworldly and unforgettable. It’s a rare opportunity to witness the intricate beauty of bioluminescence in action, and it often feels like a glimpse into a hidden, magical side of the ocean.

Dive center

Dive Friends Bonaire @ Sand Dollar

PADI 5 Star Dive Center

Diving just doesn’t get any better, or easier, than when diving from Sand Dollar Dive Friends.

We are the gateway to Bari Reef, a sheltered reef that offers an incredible diversity of marine life. Guests at Sand Dollar enjoy exclusive access to the reef via several entries: giant stride / stairs from the dock, easy walk in from the sandy beach, and two convenient stairways at the sun decks.

Dive Friends provides all the services necessary, from 24 hour access to tanks on the dock and at the drive thru, a large airy gear room, and wagons to transport your gear. Boat dives, courses, and numerous tank pick up locations around the island ensure you’re getting the most out of your time on Bonaire.

All divers need to do the mandatory buoyancy check (Marine Park rules) on the house reef of the dive center before they can join the boat dives. This can not be done on the morning of the first boat dive, but needs to be done at least the day before that dive before 3:30pm.

PADI 5 Star Dive Resort Wi-Fi (FREE) Dive shop 40 PADI Instructors Max. 5.0 divers / guide

Address: 4080 Km from your location
Kaya Gobernador N Debrot #79, Kralendijk, No State, Sint Eustatius

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Package description

Inclusive of

2 open water dives
Training materials
Certification papers/card
Open water dives

Not inclusive of

Scuba equipment rental (full set) ( USD 55 ) - bookable in checkout
Nitrox ( USD 42 ) - bookable in checkout
Weights/Weight Belt/Tank(s) ( USD 42 ) - bookable in checkout
Fins (open heel) ( USD 14 ) - bookable in checkout
Mask/snorkel ( USD 9 ) - bookable in checkout
Wetsuit (shorty) ( USD 14 ) - bookable in checkout
BCD ( USD 14 ) - bookable in checkout
Dive computer ( USD 14 ) - bookable in checkout
Regulator ( USD 14 ) - bookable in checkout
Flashlight (torch) ( USD 13 ) - bookable in checkout

Requirements

Minimum age: 12+
Min. certification: Open Water Certification required
Min logged dives: 4 logged dives required
- The last logged dive must not exceed 1 year. - If the last log dive exceeds a year, please book a reactivate scuba refresher program before booking the trip.

What to expect

In summary, you can expect a quiet, intimate, and mesmerizing dive that requires patience, skill, and appreciation for the mysteries of the ocean. The bioluminescence of ostracods and the peacefulness of night diving combine to create a truly unique and awe-inspiring experience.

Other Information

Confirmation

We’ll send you a final Booking Confirmation Email on average within 24 hours. We advise you to not make any other travel arrangements before that
In the event that you do not receive an email from us, please check your Spam folder or notify us via email

Meet at the dive center

Make sure you ask for the best time to see ostracods. It usually occurs four days following a full moon.

Address: Kaya Gobernador N Debrot #79, Kralendijk, No State, Sint Eustatius

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Cancellation policy

Full refunds will be issued for cancellations made at least 24 hours prior to the activity

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Glow in the Dark – Discover Ostracods with Dive Friends Bonaire Ostracod Diver Specialty