Solo but Never Alone: Wannadive’s Services for Single Divers on Bonaire
Traveling to Bonaire without a dive buddy? Perfect. Wannadive explicitly welcomes single divers and gives you the same full range of services, tanks, and staff support that groups receive. With two fully interchangeable shops, guided shore and boat dives, and tailored packages, you’ll find everything you need to dive confidently—solo but never alone.
Why single divers choose Wannadive
Bonaire is celebrated for its incredible shore diving, and Wannadive is built to help you enjoy it to the fullest. As a five-star PADI IDC dive center with more than twenty years of service-with-a-smile, we combine broad training options, convenient logistics, and a patient, multilingual crew who are experienced in teaching and guiding divers at every level.
Here’s what makes single divers feel at home from day one:
- Two full-service shops you can use interchangeably—north at Eden Beach Resort and south at Grand Windsock Resort.
- Guided shore and boat dives led by a multilingual crew, with boat departures from Eden Beach to Klein Bonaire’s reefs and drop-offs.
- Dive drive-ins at both shops so you can pull up, swap tanks, and go—fast.
- Extensive rental gear, expert repairs, and retail at both locations.
- Ample parking, storage rooms, rinse basins, and showers to make turnarounds easy.
- Daily hours: open from 8 AM to 5 PM.
What single divers can expect at Wannadive
Two interchangeable home bases
- Wannadive North (Eden Beach Resort): Oceanfront hub where boats depart, with a comprehensive drive-in, parking, storage, and showers. The shore dive site here is called Front Porch.
- Wannadive South (Grand Windsock Resort): Brand-new, fully solar-powered facility with a REC TEC gas-blending station, drive-in, and all core services. The shore dive site here is The Beach.
No matter where you sign up, you can freely use both shops—a big advantage for single divers who want flexibility throughout the week.
Guided dives: shore and boat
Prefer to join a group or follow a local pro underwater? Wannadive offers professionally guided shore and boat dives led by a multilingual crew. Boat trips depart from Eden Beach and regularly visit Klein Bonaire. Shore guiding is available from both shops, making it easy to explore different sites with expert support.
Turnkey logistics for effortless solo days
- Drive-in tank stations at both shops for quick exchanges.
- Large stock of tanks in many configurations, plus custom mixes from the south shop’s REC TEC station.
- Extensive rental gear and expert equipment repair to keep your dives on track.
- On-site retail for last-minute accessories and replacements.
Courses for every level
New to diving or ready to level up? Wannadive teaches the full range of PADI courses, from first-time beginner programs all the way up to professional instructor training (conducted at the south shop in cooperation with Scuba Connection). For single divers, that means you can join structured training and progress at your own pace.
Packages that fit single divers
Eden Beach: Weekly six-day air / six-boat dive package
At Eden Beach, a popular choice is the weekly six-day air / six-boat dive package. It combines six days of shore air tanks with six guided boat dives in the same week—a balanced way for single divers to mix independent shore entries with social, guided boat trips.
Grand Windsock: Dive & Drive
At Grand Windsock, Wannadive recommends the Dive & Drive package because all partner resorts there provide rental cars. That makes it exceptionally convenient to grab tanks from the drive-in and explore Bonaire’s shore sites at your own pace.
Partner accommodations
Wannadive builds tailored dive packages with Eden Beach Resort, Grand Windsock Resort, and several nearby boutique resorts. If you’re a single traveler, this simplifies planning—your lodging and diving can be arranged together.
Quick comparison: Which shop when?
| Need | Eden Beach (North) | Grand Windsock (South) |
|---|---|---|
| Boat departures | Yes — boats leave from Eden Beach, often to Klein Bonaire | No boat departures |
| Recommended package | Weekly six-day air / six-boat dive package | Dive & Drive (partner resorts provide cars) |
| On-site highlight | Oceanfront access to Front Porch | Fully solar-powered; REC TEC gas-blending |
| Shore site in front | Front Porch | The Beach |
| Drive-in tanks, rentals, retail, repair | Yes | Yes |
| Instructor development courses | — | Yes (with Scuba Connection) |
Frequently asked questions for single divers
Do you accommodate solo divers?
Yes. Wannadive explicitly welcomes single individual divers and offers the same full range of services, tanks, and staff support that groups receive.
Can I use both shops if I sign up at one?
Yes. You may freely use the services and facilities of both the north and south shops.
Where do boat dives depart from?
All boat trips leave from the Eden Beach (north) shop, with regular visits to Klein Bonaire.
What are the hours?
Both shops are open daily from 8 AM to 5 PM.
Is rental gear and tank exchange available?
Yes. Extensive rental gear is on site at both locations, and each shop has a dive drive-in for quick tank swaps.
Do you offer guided dives?
Yes. Wannadive runs professionally guided shore and boat dives led by a multilingual crew.
Can I get custom gas mixes?
Yes. The south shop features a REC TEC gas-blending station for custom mixes.
Are facilities like storage and rinse basins available?
Yes. Both sites provide gear storage rooms, fresh-water rinse basins, showers, and ample parking.
Practical tips for single divers
- Leverage guided dives early in your trip. Join a guided shore or boat dive to learn local entry points and conditions, then explore more confidently on your own.
- Use the drive-ins to keep momentum. Pull up, swap tanks, and continue your day with minimal downtime.
- Choose the right home base for the day. Heading for boat dives or Front Porch? Start at Eden Beach. Want custom gas and a south-shore day? Begin at Grand Windsock.
- Plan skills refreshers if it’s been a while. Entry-level and continuing education courses can quickly rebuild comfort and extend your diving range.
- Pack light, fill gaps on site. Both shops have extensive rental and retail options for gear and accessories.
- Schedule rinse, store, repeat. Take advantage of showers, rinse basins, and storage rooms to streamline multi-dive days.
Plan a smooth single-diver day with Wannadive
- Start at your nearest shop (north at Eden Beach or south at Grand Windsock). Park on site.
- Pick up tanks at the drive-in and check rental gear or grab accessories in the retail area if needed.
- Join a guided dive (shore or boat) to kick off the day, or head to the shore site in front of the shop for an easy first splash.
- Swap tanks quickly at the drive-in and hit a second shore site.
- Rinse and store gear on return, then review options for the next day—courses, guided dives, or a package upgrade.
Internal links to explore next
- Courses — from beginner to professional instructor levels
- Guided dives — shore and boat options with a multilingual crew
- Dive & Drive — unlimited shore diving plus a rental vehicle
- Where to stay — partner resorts north and south
- Pricelist — plan your week
- Dive sites — get inspired for your next splash
Conclusion: Dive solo with full support
Whether you’re taking your first underwater steps or stacking up shore entries all week, Wannadive makes single-diver travel easy and rewarding. With two interchangeable shops, guided dives, tailored packages, and thoughtful facilities, you’ll have everything you need to dive independently—while feeling fully supported.
Ready to plan? We’re open daily from 8 AM to 5 PM.
- Email: info@wannadive.com
- North (Eden Beach): +599 701 0882 — Kaya Gobernador N. Debrot 73, Kralendijk, Bonaire
- South (Grand Windsock): +599 717 8884 — EEG Boulevard 3, Belnem, Bonaire
- Instagram: @Wannadive | Facebook: @WannadiveBonaire
Bring back the fun—book your single-diver adventure with Wannadive today.