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

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Key info

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

Free Cancellation - 24hrs notice
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Highlights

Scuba diving with ostracods, little bioluminescent crustaceans, is a surreal underwater adventure. During their courtship displays, these tropical fish mimic the behavior of underwater fireflies by emitted rhythmic blue-green lights. Designed specifi

Observing ostracod bioluminescence is a magical experience, which is the most apparent explanation.
Night dives provide scuba divers a new approach to feel one with the water. An intimate and serene setting is achieved when the bioluminescent critters' glow is combined with the blackness of the water.
Nighttime ostracod viewing is a once in a lifetime, surreal, and unique event. It's a once in a lifetime chance to see bioluminescence in action, and seeing it can be like stepping into a wonderful, secret part of the ocean.

Dive center

Dive Friends Bonaire @ Delfins

PADI 5 Star Dive Center

On-site PADI 5* IDC Dive Center operated by the award-winning Dive Friends Bonaire team, a well-established dive operation with years of experience and deep local expertise.

The resort is located on the waterfront, while the dive shop itself is situated at the back of the property.

A complete range of PADI courses is offered, from beginner to professional levels, including distinctive specialties such as Self Reliant Diver, Night Diver and Sea Turtle Awareness.

The resort’s warm, clear house reef provides excellent shore diving directly from the beach, with convenient rinse tanks and showers near the entry point.

All divers are required to complete an orientation dive at the Bonaire Marine Park to ensure proper buoyancy control and environmental awareness before exploring additional dive sites by shore or boat.

PADI 5 Star Dive Resort Wi-Fi (FREE) Dive shop 3 PADI Instructors Max. 10.0 divers / guide

Address: 4084 Km from your location
44 Punt Vierkant, Kralendijk, Caribisch Nederland, No State, Sint Eustatius

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Package description

Inclusive of

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

Not inclusive of

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

Requirements

Minimum age: 12+
Min. certification: Open Water Certification required
Min logged dives: 4 logged dives required

What to expect

To sum up, the dive will be peaceful, intimate, and hypnotic; it will call for expertise, patience, and awe at the ocean's secrets. Night diving, with its tranquility and the bioluminescence of ostracods, is an unforgettable and extraordinary experience.

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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: 44 Punt Vierkant, Kralendijk, Caribisch Nederland, 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